faraway saint Posted August 27, 2023 Report Share Posted August 27, 2023 Has anybody got, or had experience of using a motorhome? Mrs Faraway has decided we'd love one. Me, I'm slightly on the side of "NAW"". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DougJamie Posted August 27, 2023 Report Share Posted August 27, 2023 31 minutes ago, faraway saint said: Has anybody got, or had experience of using a motorhome? Mrs Faraway has decided we'd love one. Me, I'm slightly on the side of "NAW"". Nicola's got one going cheap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linwood buddie Posted August 27, 2023 Report Share Posted August 27, 2023 44 minutes ago, DougJamie said: Nicola's got one going cheap That’s not a motorhome it’s a campaign bus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StanleySaint Posted August 28, 2023 Report Share Posted August 28, 2023 11 hours ago, faraway saint said: Has anybody got, or had experience of using a motorhome? Mrs Faraway has decided we'd love one. Me, I'm slightly on the side of "NAW"". I'm assuming you are looking at a proper motorhome rather than a converted long wheel base van. My mate has just taken delivery of his second converted van and they have two dogs like yourself. They like it because it is easy to park up and get around in but still need an awning to give some space that you naturally get in a proper motorhome, depends on whether you like camping or not I guess. Not for me though mainly because MrsS nickname at work is 5 star, because she won't stay in anything less (slightly exaggerated but not too far from the truth). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilbur Posted August 28, 2023 Report Share Posted August 28, 2023 Motor homes are just big cars that people shit in. Not for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callum Gilhooley Posted August 28, 2023 Report Share Posted August 28, 2023 20 hours ago, faraway saint said: Has anybody got, or had experience of using a motorhome? Mrs Faraway has decided we'd love one. Me, I'm slightly on the side of "NAW"". We hired one the year before covid hit & done 8 days across the western isles & West coast . Amazing adventure , the freedom to roam & explore is great . There are as with everything, a few down sides. Remember, everywhere you go you have to take your Holiday / break accommodation with you. Not brilliant if you just wanted to pop somewhere a few miles away for a quick visit. Unless you’ve got experience of driving something transit size & up , maybe a wee test drive to see if it suits. watch your mirrors on the narrow C roads ( from experience 😫) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeeBud Posted August 28, 2023 Report Share Posted August 28, 2023 1 hour ago, Callum Gilhooley said: We hired one the year before covid hit & done 8 days across the western isles & West coast . Amazing adventure , the freedom to roam & explore is great . There are as with everything, a few down sides. Remember, everywhere you go you have to take your Holiday / break accommodation with you. Not brilliant if you just wanted to pop somewhere a few miles away for a quick visit. Unless you’ve got experience of driving something transit size & up , maybe a wee test drive to see if it suits. watch your mirrors on the narrow C roads ( from experience 😫) And roof height, bridges and tunnels are signposted, over-hanging tree branches aren’t !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALBIONSAINT Posted August 28, 2023 Report Share Posted August 28, 2023 (edited) 23 hours ago, faraway saint said: Has anybody got, or had experience of using a motorhome? Mrs Faraway has decided we'd love one. Me, I'm slightly on the side of "NAW"". This guy is a good place to start. Since lockdown the prices have rocketed, might be best waiting a while until the market calms down. Edited August 28, 2023 by ALBIONSAINT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faraway saint Posted August 30, 2023 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2023 On 8/28/2023 at 8:43 AM, StanleySaint said: I'm assuming you are looking at a proper motorhome rather than a converted long wheel base van. My mate has just taken delivery of his second converted van and they have two dogs like yourself. They like it because it is easy to park up and get around in but still need an awning to give some space that you naturally get in a proper motorhome, depends on whether you like camping or not I guess. Not for me though mainly because MrsS nickname at work is 5 star, because she won't stay in anything less (slightly exaggerated but not too far from the truth). Something similar to this, we can park it on our driveway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StanleySaint Posted August 30, 2023 Report Share Posted August 30, 2023 Yeah, that's a proper one, I think Callum said remember you need to take it wherever you go unless you've got bikes or a teeny Smart car to tow along behind it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilbur Posted August 30, 2023 Report Share Posted August 30, 2023 59 minutes ago, faraway saint said: Something similar to this, we can park it on our driveway. A shitehouse on wheels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faraway saint Posted August 30, 2023 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2023 8 minutes ago, Wilbur said: A shitehouse on wheels. Aye, you've said. Thanks for your enthralling input. 😴 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faraway saint Posted August 30, 2023 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2023 13 minutes ago, StanleySaint said: Yeah, that's a proper one, I think Callum said remember you need to take it wherever you go unless you've got bikes or a teeny Smart car to tow along behind it. Aye, while I've still to be convinced a bike would be my choice. Ach, going to meet up with a mate who's had one for a few years and get the inside info from him. 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
portmahomack saint Posted August 30, 2023 Report Share Posted August 30, 2023 1 hour ago, faraway saint said: Aye, while I've still to be convinced a bike would be my choice. Ach, going to meet up with a mate who's had one for a few years and get the inside info from him. 👍 Who's all going in the motorhome ? if it's just you and your mates something like this will do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faraway saint Posted August 31, 2023 Author Report Share Posted August 31, 2023 (edited) 6 hours ago, portmahomack saint said: Who's all going in the motorhome ? if it's just you and your mates something like this will do And this would do for you and your mates.............. You look quite pleased, an upgrade was it? Edited August 31, 2023 by faraway saint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faraway saint Posted November 12, 2023 Author Report Share Posted November 12, 2023 Just back from visiting a mate and his wife who've had a motorhome for about 3 years. Very worthwhile visit, plenty of reassurance and realistic experiences. We;ll head out in a couple of weeks and have a look at a few as they suggested it's best to see/go inside and have a good look as everyone's got different preferences for layout etc. They've already made plans to go to Germany next year for the Euros. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott-Leeds Posted November 12, 2023 Report Share Posted November 12, 2023 Just back from visiting a mate and his wife who've had a motorhome for about 3 years. Very worthwhile visit, plenty of reassurance and realistic experiences. We;ll head out in a couple of weeks and have a look at a few as they suggested it's best to see/go inside and have a good look as everyone's got different preferences for layout etc. They've already made plans to go to Germany next year for the Euros. Is it your intention to buy or hire one?Just wondering if maybe a wee weekend hire might help you make your mind upGies a wee update if you decide to try one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faraway saint Posted November 12, 2023 Author Report Share Posted November 12, 2023 (edited) 29 minutes ago, Scott-Leeds said: Is it your intention to buy or hire one? Just wondering if maybe a wee weekend hire might help you make your mind up Gies a wee update if you decide to try one Think we're a good way down the road to buying. They seem to hold their value so the way I see it if we're not mad on it we'll, hopefully, not have lost much if we sell it on after a couple of years. Edited November 12, 2023 by faraway saint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W6er Posted November 12, 2023 Report Share Posted November 12, 2023 (edited) I haven't gone one, but I think you should go for it. Not sure how close you are to retirement, but maybe that would be the best time? You could go on a six month tour of Europe in it. Edited November 12, 2023 by W6er Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cookie Monster Posted November 13, 2023 Report Share Posted November 13, 2023 Not sure how close you are to retirement, but maybe that would be the best time? [emoji4] I'm sure i read September once or a thousand times. [emoji6] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faraway saint Posted November 13, 2023 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2023 2 hours ago, Cookie Monster said: I'm sure i read September once or a thousand times. I like facts...................and a thousand isn't a fact. I might retire at the end of August, or if I take the huff anytime soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faraway saint Posted November 13, 2023 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2023 (edited) 9 hours ago, W6er said: I haven't gone one, but I think you should go for it. Not sure how close you are to retirement, but maybe that would be the best time? You could go on a six month tour of Europe in it. As my retirement date is sometime in the Autumn next year a tour of Europe at that time of the year wouldn't really be my cup of tea. Also if I don't buy soon I won't have any money left as Mrs Faraway is mirroring a certain Viv Nicholson. Edited November 13, 2023 by faraway saint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W6er Posted November 13, 2023 Report Share Posted November 13, 2023 6 hours ago, Cookie Monster said: I'm sure i read September once or a thousand times. That's great! Just think, he will have more time to spend on here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faraway saint Posted November 26, 2023 Author Report Share Posted November 26, 2023 Not long back from first shopping trip for a motorhome. Seen a couple of likely candidates at a dealer down in Perth direction. Before we had a viewing I had a slight favourite but after the viewing, I'm pretty mixed. Probably the nicer of the two is the slightly smaller. 90% of the time it'll be Mrs Faraway, myself and the dogs so it#s more than suitable for us. On the other hand the other model is larger and more suitable if we take some of the family away with us. Currently doing some research on the make/model. The dealer is offering a full-years warranty and MOT so that gives us some breathing space if there's any issues in that period. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slarti Posted November 26, 2023 Report Share Posted November 26, 2023 Not long back from first shopping trip for a motorhome. Seen a couple of likely candidates at a dealer down in Perth direction. Before we had a viewing I had a slight favourite but after the viewing, I'm pretty mixed. Probably the nicer of the two is the slightly smaller. 90% of the time it'll be Mrs Faraway, myself and the dogs so it#s more than suitable for us. On the other hand the other model is larger and more suitable if we take some of the family away with us. Currently doing some research on the make/model. The dealer is offering a full-years warranty and MOT so that gives us some breathing space if there's any issues in that period. On the other hand, if you get the smaller one ot gives you an excuse not to take anyone else. Depends on your preference I suppose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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