I wouldn't advise for or against any particular vehicle ,Mine is an "A" Class based on a MAN Tuck/Bus Chassis and apart from having the engine in the front. I would prefer a rear engine vehicle in retrospect. Wouldn't be so warm in Summer.
The CMCA website has a Member's Market you can Visit without being a member and there are lots on there for sale. All types from Whizbangs to 40' Coach conversions.
There is also a company in Brisbane that import vehicles and convert them Bus Conversions in Springwood. Carsales.com.au Motorhome sales are also worth a look and Trucktraders au as well.
Try rental companies like Appolo, http://www.apollorvsales.com.au/
Had a quick look at their sales site and they have quite a few ranging in price from 40k to 98k with most around the 60k mark.
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Steve, Di & Ziggy We named our Motorhome "Roadworx" because on the road works "On The Road Again" Ford Transit with 302 Windsor V8 conversion, C4 Auto, 9 Inch Ford Diff All Lighting L.E.D., 260 Amp/h AGM, 530 Watt Solar + Kipor Backup Gen.
Make sure parts like windscreen can be bought . Then things like engine is used here so parts can be bought local .i would assume your looking at Jap ? Check rust .Also treat for future rust if building one . In most cases busses with chassis ? Rust is on outer body .Not strictly an issue if treated and fixed early . The steel in these is good . In most cases it's the insulation holding moisture causing corrosion . Pusher is better as it's far quieter up front . Nice and warm old cold nights . Hmm ? Hot nights .. Just pull up early to let trans, engine cool . The commercial type engines there's hardly any weak points . Just good servicing etc .
Most buses (modern) are pushers for a reason. Earlier Albions. AEC. Blistols, etc were pullers derived from trucks.
Never had a motorhome as such But spoke with a few on the rounds, No matter where. they all seem to agree over a lot of yrs..
That 27ft seems to be the COMFORT Minimum, to LIVE in.
A few I've met with 24\25 fters. were in the motions of going up in size.
Similar in caravans. 17ft 6. to 18 ft6 seems to be a comfortable sized tourer without having to go big tug.
and 19ft6 inside, seems to be ideal for full time living in all round comfort. While being legal and comfortable with Patrols and Landcruisers.
I won't say anything about these modern Utes with 21 and plus foot vans on back.
No ute. Specially NOT loaded in tray with at least 1\2 ton. should have much more than 2.5ton hanging off the back. The van will control the ute in any slide.
SUNLINER. Seem to have a good reputation as a MFG
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Ok......toying with buying one, any particular brand/model to stear clear of.( 2nd hand / must have toilet shower ) <$95k........thanks guys,
Cant advise what not to buy, however can certainly recommend the Kea Endeavour if you can find a good one, solid build, well insulated, ideal size for 2 people, plenty of good size windows, particularly in the rear (allows use of inside rear view mirror while driving) built on a 2.4 litre Transit diesel.
They claim sleeps 6 people, would be very crowded, perhaps mum, dad, and couple of kids max.
Duel rear wheel drive gives excellent stability on road and added benefit of being able to move if you experience a flat on the rear, have heard many reports of tyre failure on vehicles with only 2 wheels on rear.
All up a very reliable and comfortable MH.
Regardless of what you hear the Transit is a very reliable vehicle, easy to get parts and economical to run, we use on average 13 L of diesel per 100 K.
Have provided link to give an idea of the layout, I have no personal or commercial interest in this MH.
Have a 5th wheeler so no experience but what I have read would suggest a rear wheel drive over a front wheel drive
Iveco have a good reputation just my two bobs worth
Woody
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When the power of Love becomes greater than the love of power the World will see peace ! 24ft Trailblazer 5th wheeler n 05 Patrol ute and Black Series Dominator camper trailer ( for the rough stuff)
Agree with Woody. Iveco is a good vehicle. We have a Mercedes sprinter with a Jayco Conquest back. Its been great. Love it. Reliable and the rear wheel drive keeps us out of trouble. For the money you have, you probably could pick up a Jayco or a Avida around the 2011 or 2012 age I think. We dont sleep in the luton as its too hot and difficult to climb into and out of but great for storage though. Good luck.
