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frenchy

Member Since: 05 Dec 2007
Location: Liverpool
Posts: 1040

Elddis Superstorm - to buy or not

the time may be upon us to upgrade the tent for a caravan.

after a quick look around the Elddis Superstorm (circa2006/7) seems to be ticking the boxes.

Any thoughts appreciated

2000 D2 TD5 - big red tractor (2004-2007)
2006 D3 - sadly missed (2007-2012)
2010 D4 - lovely colour Nara Bronze (2012-2018)
2016 D4 - best of the bunch (2018-2024)
2022 DiscoSport 45mpg, but its not a D4 (2024.......)
1997 Def 90 - softtop (2011.........)

11th May 2014 1:05 pm

Cellerdweller

Member Since: 05 Oct 2012
Location: Macclesfield
Posts: 1315

Hi bought one of these new in 2006 . I can only say it was really good we had no problems with it and it towed really well . Very solid stood up to child usage a great six berth van

You're not afraid of the dark are you ?

11th May 2014 3:11 pm

Clubber

Member Since: 11 Aug 2008
Location: Teesside
Posts: 372

2014 Discovery 4 3.0 TDV6 HSE Lux Auto Loire Blue

We bought a 2007 one in September last year. We've been out a few times and love it. It tows well and there is plenty of room and storage inside. You cannot move it by hand so i would recommend a motor mover. Also, apparently the rear, nearside locker that opens to the outside with a power socket in can be a place where water can get in so make sure it is nice and dry in there.

I'm really pleased with ours. We're taking it to Devon in the summer. Can't wait!

Bri

D4 HSE Luxury

11th May 2014 3:39 pm

mal_NW

Member Since: 04 Mar 2008
Location: Garstang, Lancs
Posts: 937

I had one before I bought a fifth wheeler, my friend has it now, a 2007 model.
I bought a proper memory foam mattes for mine and had it set up at the back all the time, not that much headroom under the bunks but much comfier for extended holidays.
Check for the floor area around the front end where the TV goes as they can start to move around there. Also a member of avforums.com
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15th May 2014 2:00 pm

frenchy

Member Since: 05 Dec 2007
Location: Liverpool
Posts: 1040

mal,
what can move around

??? 2000 D2 TD5 - big red tractor (2004-2007)
2006 D3 - sadly missed (2007-2012)
2010 D4 - lovely colour Nara Bronze (2012-2018)
2016 D4 - best of the bunch (2018-2024)
2022 DiscoSport 45mpg, but its not a D4 (2024.......)
1997 Def 90 - softtop (2011.........)

15th May 2014 10:43 pm

dubbs

Member Since: 18 Apr 2012
Location: Gloucestershire
Posts: 3626

2015 Discovery 4 3.0 SDV6 HSE Lux Auto Causeway Grey

That's interesting.... I replied on here about a week ago and the post seems to have been removed, very odd. MY15 DIY Black Pack (Better than factory and half the price!)
Prospeed rock/tree sliders w/steps
HSE Winter wheels
TransK9 B24
Travall Cargo Guard
Hatchbag

16th May 2014 7:59 pm

frenchy

Member Since: 05 Dec 2007
Location: Liverpool
Posts: 1040

dubbs,
what was your original reply

2000 D2 TD5 - big red tractor (2004-2007)
2006 D3 - sadly missed (2007-2012)
2010 D4 - lovely colour Nara Bronze (2012-2018)
2016 D4 - best of the bunch (2018-2024)
2022 DiscoSport 45mpg, but its not a D4 (2024.......)
1997 Def 90 - softtop (2011.........)

17th May 2014 9:09 am

dubbs

Member Since: 18 Apr 2012
Location: Gloucestershire
Posts: 3626

I was recommending also looking at a Sterling as the 6 berth I have is a really nice layout.

I was looking at an Eldiss as well at the time MY15 DIY Black Pack (Better than factory and half the price!)
Prospeed rock/tree sliders w/steps
HSE Winter wheels
TransK9 B24
Travall Cargo Guard
Hatchbag

18th May 2014 7:11 am

DWH

Member Since: 24 Aug 2013
Location: Cornwall
Posts: 12

2005 Discovery 3 4.4 V8 HSE Auto Buckingham Blue

Another

for the Superstorm We've have a 2008 model and like the other posts before for a tin top that weights in at 1900kg loaded it tows like a dream.

19th May 2014 10:35 pm

dunton10

Member Since: 23 Dec 2006
Location: SUTTON COLDFIELD, WEST MIDS
Posts: 213

2015 Discovery 4 3.0 SDV6 SE Tech Auto Corris Grey

Ive got a 2005 Superstorm with the fixed rear bed and central shower/washroom.
Tows excellent behind the Disco but you need it as its a very heavy van.. had it from 6 months old and its the longest I have kept a van. been looking to change and visited the shows a couple of times but cant find anything that I like better.
The only issue I had with mine was cracks at the corner of the nearside front side window. Was repaired locally and the repair guy said he had seen a few of these. apparantly it was a build issue where slightly different sized wood frame was used around the window which was allowing flex and stress to the aluminium. anyway repaired four years ago and no problems since and no damp anywhere.
In summary a heavy van but because of that, solid build quality, loads of space and storage and quality fittings.

20th May 2014 9:20 am

frenchy

Member Since: 05 Dec 2007
Location: Liverpool
Posts: 1040

Thanks for the replies

Not a fan of fixed beds - which rules out lots of new vans

I like the fact that the rear area can be beds or bunks or settees and it can be segregated to allow the little people their own space.

'L' shaped lounge area is ideal for us.

I take it four wheel movers are a must if trying to park it down the side of the house
.........and these cost HOW MUCH

2000 D2 TD5 - big red tractor (2004-2007)
2006 D3 - sadly missed (2007-2012)
2010 D4 - lovely colour Nara Bronze (2012-2018)
2016 D4 - best of the bunch (2018-2024)
2022 DiscoSport 45mpg, but its not a D4 (2024.......)
1997 Def 90 - softtop (2011.........)

20th May 2014 7:16 pm