Member Since: 28 Jul 2017
Location: Lincoln
Posts: 208
We’re going to be selling our 2006 Elddis Avante 556 6 berth,I think, our 2 kids are now too big for the end bunks!
We’ve found it a great open layout with plenty of space in the daytime.
2 end bunks, side dinette which makes into 2 bunks and front bunks make into a double bed.
It would be worth checking the floor plan out it may suit your needs.
We’re probably too far away but you may find one closer, note-the floor plans do change depending on model year!
Member Since: 01 Mar 2012
Location: County Durham
Posts: 412
Mikeyb wrote:
This is great discussion chaps, and very informative. Thanks for taking time to post.
Russell, your comments are absolutely spot on. Although at 4 and 7 the kids are perhaps a little too you for an awning extension, I too have thought that to be a great way forwards in the not too distant future. The biggest key for us is the end bunks. I was just thinking bigger van to get more living/storage space.
Mr Brain, I'm loving the van in your second link, from the point of looks, space and layout it would be ideal, albeit maybe it blows the budget out of the water completely!
Batfink, I'll look up the spec on your cousin's one. I'm actually going to Lakeside later this morning!
My kids are 4 and 6 and love the fixed bunks
We have a Coachman Amara Lux 640/6. Twin Axle so a big lump, but the Disco makes light work of it. Fixed bunks, side dinette making two additional bunks if required, big end bathroom with corner shower. Having tried 4 or so layouts over the last 10 years (granted two were pre kids...we moved back from a fixed bed to fixed bunks to give them their own space)...this has been far the best in terms of layout and quality.
Cheers
3rd Sep 2018 10:25 am
DiscoRoyal
Member Since: 04 Apr 2017
Location: Cornwall
Posts: 108
Mikeyb,
SWMBO and I are thinking about selling our Cameo 625 GL (same as detailed in the eBay add but with gold/beige colour soft furnishings)
Owned for 2 years and sites in Cornwall so never towed.
We’re just negotiating the purchase of a newer/different layout van so our trusty & bone dry Bailey Ranger 550/6 (2003) may soon be up for sale.
Currently located nr Newcastle upon Tyne.
I’ll be heading South to Surrey to collect the replacement if all goes well.
Happy to PM more details if required.
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Paul.
06 Java Black HSE - gone
12 Baltic Blue HSE - gone
15 Fuji HSE Lux
Club Biscuits, mmmm nice!
Traxide/Luna hybrid & Yellow top
Some Prospeed bits
+ some other stuff
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17th Nov 2018 11:51 pm
Mogwyth
Member Since: 03 Oct 2014
Location: Pwllheli
Posts: 3976
Our Swift Charisma 620 will be up for sale very shortly, we are changing to a motorhome.
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18th Nov 2018 12:09 am
Hot Tub
Member Since: 15 Aug 2017
Location: Milton Keynes
Posts: 1071
Worth going to local dealers to get a feel for what would work for you all different then if someone is selling something on here you know is suitable. I'd recommend getting a survey done so know if it's a good one especially from damp point of view. Good time to buy and not having one to sell yourself puts you in good bargaining position. Like a Disco worth looking on forum to see any potential issues Good luck with your search hope you find what your looking for Welsh Collie Chauffeur Service To Barney & Rooney.
18th Nov 2018 5:40 am
Mikeyb
Member Since: 08 Nov 2016
Location: Maldon, Essex
Posts: 516
Thanks for all the replies guys. The advice to have a look around a few dealers was indeed sound and helped us work out what we wanted.
I'm pleased to say I've just picked up a Dethleffs DL520 5 berth.. It has heaps more storage than our old van, a better layout and twin bunks at the rear which will be perfect for the kids!
Appreciate all the offers and advice.
Anyone want a cheap, tidy starter caravan as our trusty old Sprite Major now needs to go!
Come to think of it, so does the trailer tent....... Not such a Disco Newbie now!
IID BT
19th Nov 2018 9:58 am
MrBrain
Member Since: 12 Mar 2014
Location: bucks
Posts: 472
Can you PM details of the Sprite? I need an additional van for race weekends, so would be pleased to hear about it.
19th Nov 2018 10:17 am
Mikeyb
Member Since: 08 Nov 2016
Location: Maldon, Essex
Posts: 516
pm on its wayNot such a Disco Newbie now!
IID BT
19th Nov 2018 10:05 pm
Russell
Member Since: 23 Aug 2007
Location: Kent
Posts: 10564
Mikeyb wrote:
Thanks for all the replies guys. The advice to have a look around a few dealers was indeed sound and helped us work out what we wanted.
I'm pleased to say I've just picked up a Dethleffs DL520 5 berth.. It has heaps more storage than our old van, a better layout and twin bunks at the rear which will be perfect for the kids!
Appreciate all the offers and advice.
Anyone want a cheap, tidy starter caravan as our trusty old Sprite Major now needs to go!
Come to think of it, so does the trailer tent.......
Had a Dethleffs a few years ago and it was a good van, would have had another if they still made them fro the UKMY17 D5 1st Edition Namib Orange
MY15 D4 HSE Kaikoura Stone
MY12 D4 HSE Nara Bronze Sold and gone
MY11 D4 HSE Stornaway Grey Sold and gone
D3 S spec Silver Sold and gone
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19th Nov 2018 10:41 pm
Hot Tub
Member Since: 15 Aug 2017
Location: Milton Keynes
Posts: 1071
Glad to be able to help what is so good about this site people able to share advice & knowledge whatever the subject. It looks like you will be able to kill two birds with one stone MrBrain interested in the old one Welsh Collie Chauffeur Service To Barney & Rooney.
20th Nov 2018 7:55 am
Mikeyb
Member Since: 08 Nov 2016
Location: Maldon, Essex
Posts: 516
More than just a car forum!
Luckily the new van (albeit secondhand) is a UK spec.Not such a Disco Newbie now!
IID BT
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