
chockswahay
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We called in to the dealer yesterday to have a look at the T7. Once past that initial 'showroom fever' we started to realise the limitations (for us)
It does look to be well suited for a 'weekender' but less so for longer periods. There is (well documented) considerably less storage than the T6.1. The single hob might be an issue but certainly the sink is tiny (and that is compared to the already small T6.1 sink). We like the fridge but it needs a clearway to use, so nowhere practical for the loo. The separate rear seats look good and are very comfy for the rear seat passengers on a long drive I should imagine, but they don't offer the 'lounging feel' of the double bench seat. The mini table is useable but very small and needs to be removed for storage down the side. The big table is stored in the boot and not very practical by way of always having to go outside to get it. The fridge is not as practical as the current top loader.
On a plus note the pop top internal slide cover is much easier and nicer to use than the T6.1. The lack of handbrake makes spinning the driver seat around an easy task. The window blinds have a nicer feel and the storage in the rear righthand side window is great.
Overall the vehicle seemed a nice place to be but to be honest we were left wondering how well we would cope with the limitations compared to our current 5 year old Coast.
We really really wanted to like the vehicle and the Hybrid would at least be a step in the right direction for us, but that is the problem, it would only be a step and a big compromise at that. Looks like we will just have to 'sit this out' until a more suitable electric only camper comes along (lwb Buzz?).
I hope this post does not appear too negative and does not upset those of you that have just bought one, My comments are based on our own needs and opinions and of course we are all different. I think the T7 is lovely....... just not suitable for us (we do like to travel far and wide in our van and this can be for up to 8 to 12 weeks at a time.
It does look to be well suited for a 'weekender' but less so for longer periods. There is (well documented) considerably less storage than the T6.1. The single hob might be an issue but certainly the sink is tiny (and that is compared to the already small T6.1 sink). We like the fridge but it needs a clearway to use, so nowhere practical for the loo. The separate rear seats look good and are very comfy for the rear seat passengers on a long drive I should imagine, but they don't offer the 'lounging feel' of the double bench seat. The mini table is useable but very small and needs to be removed for storage down the side. The big table is stored in the boot and not very practical by way of always having to go outside to get it. The fridge is not as practical as the current top loader.
On a plus note the pop top internal slide cover is much easier and nicer to use than the T6.1. The lack of handbrake makes spinning the driver seat around an easy task. The window blinds have a nicer feel and the storage in the rear righthand side window is great.
Overall the vehicle seemed a nice place to be but to be honest we were left wondering how well we would cope with the limitations compared to our current 5 year old Coast.
We really really wanted to like the vehicle and the Hybrid would at least be a step in the right direction for us, but that is the problem, it would only be a step and a big compromise at that. Looks like we will just have to 'sit this out' until a more suitable electric only camper comes along (lwb Buzz?).
I hope this post does not appear too negative and does not upset those of you that have just bought one, My comments are based on our own needs and opinions and of course we are all different. I think the T7 is lovely....... just not suitable for us (we do like to travel far and wide in our van and this can be for up to 8 to 12 weeks at a time.