Another excellent video, my sentiments and thoughts are the same as yours. We both love our van and any downsides are negligible, I've adjusted the way i sit when driving and just loving it now. Not much more I can say apart from, keep up the good work and I'll be watching your latest video later on or tomorrow. Good luck and lots more happy camping.
Really great to see how you enjoyed your van over the last year. Have followed you from the beginning. Had a brand new van for a few months over summer which got returned due to some issues now waiting on a new Consort van. Your channel helps us keep us keen and happy while we wait👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻. So thanks! All the best to you both.
A brilliant vlog as ever from you both, and love the way you do "his" and "hers" sections. I remember watching your vlog of collection day and can't believe it's been a year already!
Number one on my top ten was the HUD. Spot on that seems the only problem to me. Except for the SatNav. I won’t use that anymore. Nice review. Thanks for sharing. 🙏👍🧙♂️
We always fill our ad blue a garage pump it's a lot easier and also price per litre is less. Thanks for all the videos over the last 12 month and looking forward to 2022 output
Great video, love the honesty, warts and all review which is how it should be 👍 You’ve obviously had a great time in Pearl and thats what counts. Keep up the good work 👍
Great to see your 1 year on review. We bought our identical van, Olive, from Brownhills on 1st Sept. Followed all your videos from the dark days of lockdown when we were considering buying a CV in December. Can honestly say you were instrumental in me choosing the CV20. You note the 'me'! Hubby not so convinced but I absolutely love it and I've done several modifications myself having watched your videos!
Love your vlogs, you help newbies with your advise and I think subscribers will also appreciate tour honesty. Your van is gorgeous and it works for you both and poochie 🐾🐾😊 the versatility in your van gives ie: more comfort/room than a VDub, parking, stealthy parking and they are a van that can changed internally and personalised so much better than a motorhome. Keep up the good work 👍 best wishes
Thanks Lindsay we love Pearl, we miss the VW but not the motorhome, we wish we’d gone straight to this really, glad the vlogs entertain, we just say how it is 😂
Thanks David we’re already planning next year but we haven’t finished this one yet! We too hope Covid behaves although 3 jabs in it’s difficult to see how he can lock us in again?
Hi Heather and Rick. Very interesting and useful vlog, with detailed and balanced observations on the van. Looks to have been an encouraging first year - long may that continue. Thank you for sharing it with us. George and Trish - CaravanningMacs
A great honest review of the van, you both seem to love it. Here's to many more miles in Pearl. I managed to catch a CV40 the yesterday and managed to add it into my latest video due to upload later in the week....
You are 100% correct about the fitted speedo , it was the same on the previous van which was a Peugeot , unusable practically. I had a HUD fitted on the current van, it’s much better. Poppy has a cute face, nice looking van guys , I have always said so.
Well done Heather and Rick a great anniversary review Pearl is fantastic love the colour and all you have done has enhanced her and made her even better and make things easier for you I agree Rick about the instrument panel on the ducato I thought the same when I drove one but they are good vans and reliable and the cv20 is a good layout I think Heather you are right you do compromise on areas same in anything houses cars but if it suits you even better keep the adventures and videos coming
Everyone must have that problem with the Ducato instrument. I'm only 5-7 and I did on my CV40, I changed to an AT 615 and still have that problem. I think (not sure) that it still exists on the new model ducatos too!
I like Pearl in particular the length of the sofa/beds. I love Madge she is an Elddis, our sofas are short and we have a transverse bed, Steve is 6 foot, but our essential was 4 belted seats which Madge has and under 6 m. I have enjoyed every video you have put out. Thank you. Take care Gill
Excellent video, love our cv20 , we have done some mods, copying you, as regards the ad blue , I made a gadget , basically a plastic funnel, with a small length of hose pipe attached ,that I use if necessary to pour in the ad blue. Our awning has had the same problem with end caps coming off regularly . Our front blind, drivers side track, came off and needed repair , also agree that a heads up display is a must
nice one guys , talking about the seating position i can’t see the dash properly either and i’m only 5.10 , it’s definitely a strange set up & was no different in the coachbuilt either , but as you say once you find your ideal position it’s fine 👍
Great vlog, I love your van. With regards to the adblue use a thin bottom funnel or the filler pipe off another bottle saving spilling it down the van. How do you manage with storage as we have chairs and table for out as well as other bits ?
After doing this 30 years I’ve learned take as little as possible 😂 one chair and a small table under the one side bed the other on the floor in between until we arrive then in the footwell of the cab, cheers for the ad blue tip 👍
Thanks for a great summary. We just picked up our van (CV60) from Browhills this weekend😊 and have been following you for a while in the run up. Its very reassuring to hear your '12months in and all good' thoughts. We loved our first weekend. We are new to owning but have rented before so there is still lots for us to learn. I did have a shower on the first night, just as a test- it worked, but it's TINY! I'm still catching up on some of your vlogs, and you may have covered this, but if not, did you suffer 'wobbly sliding door moulding' and if so what did you do about it? Ian (travelling from scratch) screwed his in. Did you do the same? Looking forward to more vlogs. 😊
Hi thanks for watching, glad you’re enjoying the CV, no our door has stayed stuck on at the moment although I’m tempted to copy Ian’s idea of putting a pull handle to help shut it easier. Hopefully you’ll enjoy the rest of our vlogs and maybe we’ll see you on the road somewhere 🏴☠️
Really enjoyed your videos and have learnt a lot. Picking up my CV20 next week from Brownhills.Very excited. One question where did you get your windscreen cover and what is your view on inside or outside protector. Which is better?
I can't see the speedo and I'm 5'10 and a third. I need the seat pulled forward because I only have little legs. I have used my shower but I wish it had a tambour door and I struggle to wipe my ass with the door closed. I only have entry level money but there are definitely compromises as you say. Thanks for your thoughts. See you again soon. 👍👍
Hi, loving your vlog . How are you finding the compressor fridge ? . I am seriously considering buying a cv20 but I am worrying about the power consumption of the fridge , how are you finding it ? . Is the fridge quiet enough . These are my only real concerns . Many thanks Dean
Excellent video just letting you know you can buy a seat height reducer frame I’m 6ft tall and fitted one myself and made a world of difference seen to remember it was about £160 off eBay.
Rick would a plastic funnel help with the ad blue I use one on my Evoque, inlet is fitted up against bulkhead area at rear of engine bay, so yes awkward.
Another excellent video, my sentiments and thoughts are the same as yours. We both love our van and any downsides are negligible, I've adjusted the way i sit when driving and just loving it now. Not much more I can say apart from, keep up the good work and I'll be watching your latest video later on or tomorrow. Good luck and lots more happy camping.
Thanks Tom or as I’m going to call you now “super commenting Tom” 😊🏴☠️🖤
Really great to see how you enjoyed your van over the last year. Have followed you from the beginning. Had a brand new van for a few months over summer which got returned due to some issues now waiting on a new Consort van. Your channel helps us keep us keen and happy while we wait👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻. So thanks! All the best to you both.
Aww thanks Ruth appreciate that lovely comment, we’re still enjoying doing the vlogs too which is a bonus 👍
A brilliant vlog as ever from you both, and love the way you do "his" and "hers" sections.
I remember watching your vlog of collection day and can't believe it's been a year already!
Yep, time marches on! Have to make the most of it, now we just need to get this pesky work out of the way!
Number one on my top ten was the HUD. Spot on that seems the only problem to me. Except for the SatNav. I won’t use that anymore. Nice review. Thanks for sharing. 🙏👍🧙♂️
I’ve fitted one now but the vlog keeps getting pushed back 😂
We always fill our ad blue a garage pump it's a lot easier and also price per litre is less. Thanks for all the videos over the last 12 month and looking forward to 2022 output
Thanks buddy I haven’t tried a garage for ad blue, glad you enjoy the channel, more to come until and beyond the new year 👍
Great video, love the honesty, warts and all review which is how it should be 👍
You’ve obviously had a great time in Pearl and thats what counts.
Keep up the good work 👍
Thanks David, yep we’re honest, we paid for Pearl so we can say what we like! (Probably why we haven’t been offered a freebie from anyone 😂)
Great to see your 1 year on review. We bought our identical van, Olive, from Brownhills on 1st Sept. Followed all your videos from the dark days of lockdown when we were considering buying a CV in December. Can honestly say you were instrumental in me choosing the CV20. You note the 'me'! Hubby not so convinced but I absolutely love it and I've done several modifications myself having watched your videos!
Thanks Jill, Heather’s on your side… hubby knows nothing 😂
Love your vlogs, you help newbies with your advise and I think subscribers will also appreciate tour honesty. Your van is gorgeous and it works for you both and poochie 🐾🐾😊 the versatility in your van gives ie: more comfort/room than a VDub, parking, stealthy parking and they are a van that can changed internally and personalised so much better than a motorhome. Keep up the good work 👍 best wishes
Thanks Lindsay we love Pearl, we miss the VW but not the motorhome, we wish we’d gone straight to this really, glad the vlogs entertain, we just say how it is 😂
Another great video and very practical and useful summary - happy vanniversary - can’t believe it’s been a year now 👍 David
Yep although she did sit for 4 months waiting for lockdown to end!
Enjoyed watching your escapes over the year looking forward to the next year,hope covid doesn’t take over again all the best,Dave x
Thanks David we’re already planning next year but we haven’t finished this one yet! We too hope Covid behaves although 3 jabs in it’s difficult to see how he can lock us in again?
@@RickandHeather Thanks for your reply hope all goes well xx
Hi Heather and Rick. Very interesting and useful vlog, with detailed and balanced observations on the van. Looks to have been an encouraging first year - long may that continue. Thank you for sharing it with us. George and Trish - CaravanningMacs
Thanks both, yeah initial teething issues all good touch wood! 1st service and hab check next weekend as I type this! Rick & H 🏴☠️
A great honest review of the van, you both seem to love it. Here's to many more miles in Pearl. I managed to catch a CV40 the yesterday and managed to add it into my latest video due to upload later in the week....
I’ll look out for it 👍
You are 100% correct about the fitted speedo , it was the same on the previous van which was a Peugeot , unusable practically. I had a HUD fitted on the current van, it’s much better. Poppy has a cute face, nice looking van guys , I have always said so.
I’ve fitted a HUD since this video thanks for watching 👍
Another good vlog and nice summary of 12 months ownership
Thanks Tim we feel we can give a fair review after nearly 60 nights and 7000 miles 👍
@@RickandHeather have some catching up then - 1 week 1 day of ownership🤣 and couldn't make our first trip with the van to EK.
@@timw2973 I’m sure you’ll get there eventually 👍 hope to see you on the road.
Well done Heather and Rick a great anniversary review Pearl is fantastic love the colour and all you have done has enhanced her and made her even better and make things easier for you
I agree Rick about the instrument panel on the ducato I thought the same when I drove one but they are good vans and reliable and the cv20 is a good layout I think Heather you are right you do compromise on areas same in anything houses cars but if it suits you even better keep the adventures and videos coming
Everyone must have that problem with the Ducato instrument. I'm only 5-7 and I did on my CV40, I changed to an AT 615 and still have that problem. I think (not sure) that it still exists on the new model ducatos too!
Thanks Daniel appreciate your support as always glad you enjoy our content
I’ve added a hud now!
I like Pearl in particular the length of the sofa/beds. I love Madge she is an Elddis, our sofas are short and we have a transverse bed, Steve is 6 foot, but our essential was 4 belted seats which Madge has and under 6 m. I have enjoyed every video you have put out. Thank you. Take care Gill
Thanks as always Gill! We love Pearl too, I don’t think the perfect van exists (but on 20th December we get close)
@@RickandHeather I look forward to seeing this. Take care
Excellent video, love our cv20 , we have done some mods, copying you, as regards the ad blue , I made a gadget , basically a plastic funnel, with a small length of hose pipe attached ,that I use if necessary to pour in the ad blue. Our awning has had the same problem with end caps coming off regularly . Our front blind, drivers side track, came off and needed repair , also agree that a heads up display is a must
I think the funnel idea sounds a winner! Cheers Colin 👍
I did something similar to top up
fresh water tank on my last van, when I didn't want to move vehicle and didn't have electric pump
nice one guys , talking about the seating position i can’t see the dash properly either and i’m only 5.10 , it’s definitely a strange set up & was no different in the coachbuilt either , but as you say once you find your ideal position it’s fine 👍
I’ve added a head up display now, video in a few weeks it’s a game changer 👍
Great vlog, I love your van. With regards to the adblue use a thin bottom funnel or the filler pipe off another bottle saving spilling it down the van. How do you manage with storage as we have chairs and table for out as well as other bits ?
After doing this 30 years I’ve learned take as little as possible 😂 one chair and a small table under the one side bed the other on the floor in between until we arrive then in the footwell of the cab, cheers for the ad blue tip 👍
Thanks for a great summary. We just picked up our van (CV60) from Browhills this weekend😊 and have been following you for a while in the run up. Its very reassuring to hear your '12months in and all good' thoughts. We loved our first weekend. We are new to owning but have rented before so there is still lots for us to learn. I did have a shower on the first night, just as a test- it worked, but it's TINY! I'm still catching up on some of your vlogs, and you may have covered this, but if not, did you suffer 'wobbly sliding door moulding' and if so what did you do about it? Ian (travelling from scratch) screwed his in. Did you do the same? Looking forward to more vlogs. 😊
Hi thanks for watching, glad you’re enjoying the CV, no our door has stayed stuck on at the moment although I’m tempted to copy Ian’s idea of putting a pull handle to help shut it easier. Hopefully you’ll enjoy the rest of our vlogs and maybe we’ll see you on the road somewhere 🏴☠️
Really enjoyed your videos and have learnt a lot. Picking up my CV20 next week from Brownhills.Very excited. One question where did you get your windscreen cover and what is your view on inside or outside protector. Which is better?
Thanks Colin 👍 it’s from Minster Products, external is better in winter the condensation is crazy with the interior blinds
@@RickandHeather Many thanks. I have looked at their website. What is your view on the style with a n extended vent cover?
@@colinmackenzie7322 that’s what we have, don’t forget if you order to get one with Remis blinds fitment (the edges are wider)
I can't see the speedo and I'm 5'10 and a third. I need the seat pulled forward because I only have little legs. I have used my shower but I wish it had a tambour door and I struggle to wipe my ass with the door closed. I only have entry level money but there are definitely compromises as you say. Thanks for your thoughts. See you again soon. 👍👍
I’ve fitted a HUD now, game changer enough of the wiping talk 😂💩💩💩
Hi, loving your vlog .
How are you finding the compressor fridge ? .
I am seriously considering buying a cv20 but I am worrying about the power consumption of the fridge , how are you finding it ? .
Is the fridge quiet enough .
These are my only real concerns .
Many thanks Dean
Not an issue at all, pre cool it on the drive and we leave it on night mode and never have an issue at all, great fridges, thanks for watching 🖤
@@RickandHeather brilliant , thank you .
Looking forward to putting my order in 😊
@@01bogwoppit a long wait I’m hearing!
@@RickandHeather , they can't say but maybe march 2023 !!
Excellent video just letting you know you can buy a seat height reducer frame I’m 6ft tall and fitted one myself and made a world of difference seen to remember it was about £160 off eBay.
Thanks John I’ll look into it, although I’ve just fitted a head up display which has helped no end 👍
Hi, try decanting the add blue into a more manageable container it works for me. Keep up the good work👍🏻
Thanks for the tip I think I’ll try that.
Does it not void the warranty if you do it yourself? I know second hand traders can’t do anything themselves whilst under warranty.
What part? Sorry I’m not sure which bit you refer to?
Thanks, nice and honest
Thanks for watching 👍 we can be honest we’re not sponsored or anything we say it how we see it 😂
Rick would a plastic funnel help with the ad blue I use one on my Evoque, inlet is fitted up against bulkhead area at rear of engine bay, so yes awkward.
Yes I think so Colin, someone in the comments suggested it, I’m going to have a think on it 👍
It is a great looking van. £45k does seem a lot to be described as entry level but of course I know how much these things cost new.
The one we really want is 67k…..😂
@@RickandHeather Cripes!