Well the planning for the big lap has resulted in us purchasing a new van, and despite giving Mr Jayco as much chance as possible to meet our needs/budgets/wants/prerequisites it seems we'll be leaving the fold and heading across into a new age of caravanning (see what I did there?)....
Walking around the show on the weekend, we came across the brand new 19ft Gecko layout unexpectedly and were mightily impressed. After a fair bit of too-ing and fro-ing, crunching numbers, a LOT of complimentary coffees, and even a return trip to the show on the Sunday we came to a deal and agreement.
Options/Key Features include:
Here's a couple of pics from the show, which gives an idea of the van layout, although the bed/bunk arrangement will be different obviously.
Hopefully I'll still be welcome... technically it still has a "expanda" style bed...
Walking around the show on the weekend, we came across the brand new 19ft Gecko layout unexpectedly and were mightily impressed. After a fair bit of too-ing and fro-ing, crunching numbers, a LOT of complimentary coffees, and even a return trip to the show on the Sunday we came to a deal and agreement.
Options/Key Features include:
- Ibis 3 Aircon
- Full length awning
- Battery
- 120W solar and regulator
- Wineguard aerial
- ESC
- 12V sockets to all bunks
- 2" raiser
- Upgrade to 500kg payload
- Upgraded rear bumper support (for bike rack/jerries etc)
- External gas bayonet
- Upgraded water tanks to 80L
- External table
- 2 year full warranty
- 2 year nationwide roadside assist
- Custom made loft style bed with cupboards underneath, and converting triple bunks to double with storage underneath
- Decor pack
Here's a couple of pics from the show, which gives an idea of the van layout, although the bed/bunk arrangement will be different obviously.
Hopefully I'll still be welcome... technically it still has a "expanda" style bed...
