I like watching the winter videos in summer and the heat is on this summer for sure. I agree no need to have a second bed . how well did it hold in the heat. Your Euro designs look great.
Dear Mr Heath, thank you for your videos. I have been watching your videos and I really like it. I would like to buy one day a motorhome and I hear from you in this video that you do not like to have a bed above the driving place. Please can you write me why? Because Iam looking for motorhome probably with the sleeping space above the driving place as well. Thanks for your answer.
The problem with a bed under the driving space is that it reduces headroom. For people under 180cm, a better bet is under the table as in this motorhome!
Hi Alan. Older video i know, but only just seen. There’s a lot of good info. in here. It would be great if you could try to incorporate comments about build quality in your reviews. As a potential first time buyer, many brands look alike on the usual walkaround. I have seen some videos with owners commenting on things like gaps, poor sealant, level of rattles whilst driving etc. I would guess that most loan or exhibition models will have been carefully prepared, so perhaps less to say, but I have seen examples even at shows. Your comments about the factory for this one were very useful. Maybe just worth following that line a bit further?
Stuart it is a bit difficult to comment too much on build quality as that is normally something that only begins to tell after a bit of time in action and I am usually driving relatively new vehicles. However where I know of things which are bad, I say so! I am neutral - not in the pay of anyone (unfortunately)!
Hard question. I don't know yet. This one has plenty of room but is harder to park. The Hymer is really warm but has not got internal room for my bike or much in the way of hanging space. It is a very hard question.
Alan, good video thank you. How would you rate the Sunlight for winter use? We are in the market and intend a lot of winter use. The Sunlight is a real contender and being from the Hymer group would suggest it works well. It seems that you were warm enough at minus 4 degrees. Did this particular model have any special options fitted?
Steve, this has no special options fitted for the winter. I have been warm enough, the temperature fell to -4C however it is not as warm as the Hymer you may have seen me in a couple of weeks ago. As my temperature tolerance means I take lower temperatures than many people I would suggest you had a go. Last night it was below freezing yet I only waited for a few minutes for it to get really nice and warm inside. However it is not specially equipped for the winter and I would suggest you rent one first and then take it somewhere cold. In two weeks use in the winter, I am still on the same gas tank.
This comment is on the wrong video but...in one of them you said you always leave the kettle on the floor so it doesn't slide off the the glass cover for the gas rings on the cooker, well on mine i have some of the anti-slip stuff, its thin and world perfectly, i can honestly say my kettle has never fell off the glass cover...have you tried or ever thought of trying it...
those small sinks are a joke ,,build my own RV out of 196 metro van..put a large kitch sink in it /// too much $ 59 ,000 boo what I could do with that much cash...lol
Excellent in-depth review from someone who knows what he is talking about. Thank you for all your hard work.
Thanks Albert!
Thanks, I’m getting the 540 and can’t wait.
Lovely video. My whole living space fits in the garage as I am living in a Transit Connect. I enjoyed this longer length video. ☺
It....was....a....great....review!
Now your talking Alan informative practical great review
Thanks John!
love that bathroom
Thank you Alan another informative video! Keep it up buddy!!!
Thank you!!
I like watching the winter videos in summer and the heat is on this summer for sure. I agree no need to have a second bed . how well did it hold in the heat. Your Euro designs look great.
It was OK in the cold but it never got really cold. The previous week I had been in a Hymer and that held up really well!
Dear Mr Heath, thank you for your videos. I have been watching your videos and I really like it. I would like to buy one day a motorhome and I hear from you in this video that you do not like to have a bed above the driving place. Please can you write me why? Because Iam looking for motorhome probably with the sleeping space above the driving place as well. Thanks for your answer.
The problem with a bed under the driving space is that it reduces headroom. For people under 180cm, a better bet is under the table as in this motorhome!
Super fain .
Cool review Alan.
Thanks Dougie. Did the second part today!
Hi Alan. Older video i know, but only just seen. There’s a lot of good info. in here. It would be great if you could try to incorporate comments about build quality in your reviews. As a potential first time buyer, many brands look alike on the usual walkaround. I have seen some videos with owners commenting on things like gaps, poor sealant, level of rattles whilst driving etc. I would guess that most loan or exhibition models will have been carefully prepared, so perhaps less to say, but I have seen examples even at shows. Your comments about the factory for this one were very useful. Maybe just worth following that line a bit further?
Stuart it is a bit difficult to comment too much on build quality as that is normally something that only begins to tell after a bit of time in action and I am usually driving relatively new vehicles. However where I know of things which are bad, I say so! I am neutral - not in the pay of anyone (unfortunately)!
Alan Heath thanks. I do understand it can be difficult and I’m sure we all value your independent view.
Hello Alan! Which one you love more, this or the Hymer s500?
Hard question. I don't know yet. This one has plenty of room but is harder to park. The Hymer is really warm but has not got internal room for my bike or much in the way of hanging space. It is a very hard question.
Is there a separate AC in the coach during the summer when you sleep?
No but you can get it if you want.
Alan, good video thank you. How would you rate the Sunlight for winter use? We are in the market and intend a lot of winter use. The Sunlight is a real contender and being from the Hymer group would suggest it works well. It seems that you were warm enough at minus 4 degrees. Did this particular model have any special options fitted?
Steve, this has no special options fitted for the winter. I have been warm enough, the temperature fell to -4C however it is not as warm as the Hymer you may have seen me in a couple of weeks ago. As my temperature tolerance means I take lower temperatures than many people I would suggest you had a go. Last night it was below freezing yet I only waited for a few minutes for it to get really nice and warm inside. However it is not specially equipped for the winter and I would suggest you rent one first and then take it somewhere cold. In two weeks use in the winter, I am still on the same gas tank.
Alan, thank you and will look forward to your postings, Steve
This comment is on the wrong video but...in one of them you said you always leave the kettle on the floor so it doesn't slide off the the glass cover for the gas rings on the cooker, well on mine i have some of the anti-slip stuff, its thin and world perfectly, i can honestly say my kettle has never fell off the glass cover...have you tried or ever thought of trying it...
Here I don't have to put the kettle on the floor as there is plenty of room for it in the cupboard!
2017 van.1980s "pressure cooker". why change""" nice real world review". do you think you need a double floor ""
A double floor definitely helps when it is really cold!
Sick!
y do u sound like a robot
cool motor home!
those small sinks are a joke ,,build my own RV out of 196 metro van..put a large kitch sink in it /// too much $ 59 ,000 boo what I could do with that much cash...lol
the sink in the bathroom is dumb idea.
I think most people would prefer a sink in the bathroom!
So wher do you brush your teath when you wake up in the morning and do basic hygine ?
So much commercial!!!
What pays for it to be here?
Lovely video. My whole living space fits in the garage as I am living in a Transit Connect. I enjoyed this longer length video. ☺