No alteration may be made to the original construction. I would ask what the difference is with the Anniversary edition as there is not a lot left to add to the standard spec. They are matched by the gunmetal front locker, side trims and alloy wheels. We also make sure that the clamp is tight so that it does not drop. What have I learnt from this experience, 1. I found further cracks in the rear panel.all in a well cared for coveted van. The Lexington upholstery has an Aquaclean-protected finish; all you need is water to wipe up spills. Now that Barracuda has settled in (with a couple of minor tweaks), the design team in County Durham no doubt decided it was time to take the idea into new layouts. The most obvious is its size. . Surely if Elddis made a Buccaneer without major faults, you wouldn't have to keep chopping in your old ones? Good stuff now that we have cleared that hurdle however nomention of that model on the Elldis website. Despite Covid we've managed to cram plenty trips away. The Sky-Scape panoramic sunroof will keep the lounge light despite those dark woods and the classy chrome details blend into the locker handles. 'StrongLite Aluminium one-piece sides in 'Diamond Silver'. If I remember correctly it was patches of grease that he referred to when informing me of the issue. Couldn't agree more. I have become friends with a guy who is looking for a boat. Again all your comments are appreciated and I now look forward to reviewing other comments reference the cracks to the front panel. May 7, 2012 7,608 1,319 30,935. Copyright VerticalScope Inc. All Rights Reserved. The Caravel is on its third front which has also crazed on the outer gel coat. We've now cancelled our order as no one could say when it might arrive. Been chasing dealer lots and now told date was delayed yesterday to mid June but and Elddis won't now commit to any dates. No problems whatsoever in 2 years of ownership thank goodness. Dealers as a whole are inclined to be willfully blind to your rights and have got away with it for so long they just don't care. Worth reading the 2015 Buccaneer Cruiser thread as well as the 2016. There are bags of space, so you wont be tripping over each other or knocking knees. The warranty shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of England and the parties irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England. Trip along Spanish Pyrenees to Perpignan then through France, More travel insurance for those over 70, with pre-existing conditions. T. I ordered my Elddis Crusader September 2020 to pick up March 2021. We finally got rid in year 3 thank goodness, losing a lot of hard-earned money. Anyone else having issues with the build quality of the 2016 Caraval? Up above are four cupboards, one with a crockery rack. But not when D4 is hooked up to Commodore. I agree, Elddis should be more proactive and maybe get some sympathy from their customers. So far the best move we have made in many a year. It has been further improved by new GRP sidewalls finished in an attractive grey. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. By clicking Accept, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Hi, I have been reading the Review in Practical Caravan on the Buccaneer Clipper and agree with all but the conclusion. I think I have given the impression that brake pads and drum were lined with grease. Follow the Caravan and Motorhome Club via our official Facebook page for latest news, holiday ideas, events, activities and special offers. Maybe next year. If it costs more I would look at what extra you get, and ask is it worth it? Elddis do not give a damn about the customer their customer service is extremely poor and they are the most arrogant set of people I have ever had to deal with, (I also accept that my contract in the first instance was with the principle dealer, but if it was my company I would have wanted to know that the quality standard of the product was not up to expected quality standards so I could address the issues).2. August 9, 2016 in Caravan Bodywork. You would have been shown the brake shoes if they had been replaced. At first glance the Buccaneer Cruiser looks as if little has changed in the brands 2015 offering since the preceding model year, but there have been significant improvements to Explorer Groups flagship get the full story in the Practical Caravan Buccaneer Cruiser review. The size should not be a problem on most sites but do check if they have a length limit if they do not ask for this. Anyone have any experience with or know anything about build quality on these boats. Perhaps the truth has got lost in the translation. The drums should be degreased and new brake linings fitted. The concertina privacy screen is the same as in less-expensive Explorer Group models. Alarm system with PIR (Passive Infra-Red), TrackerTM Thatcham Category S7 approved stolen vehicle recovery system (includes first 12 months subscription), Improved 1400mm x 440mm Large Heki Lux Stargazer rooflight incorporating pleated blind and fly-screen, with stylish surround and independently switched integrated downlights, Pioneer Bluetooth radio with Smart Sync. Pasted as rich text. Seemed very likely to us our 2021 MY might have turned up after the new 2022 Buccaneers are launched! We will do that, Thank you so much you have been very helpful. By If you are looking for the ultimate caravan, nothing beats Buccaneer.Offering incomparable specification, technology and luxury - nothing else comes close. As I made furniture for a living after retiring from the main job, I know that it only takes care and is often no longer to do it right in the first place. If it was deliberate that could be attempted murder. Grabbing the headlines is the E&P Hydraulics self-levelling system, which operates by remote control and pitches your van in two minutes using two axle supports and four powered Al-Ko Big Foot steadies. If for any reason your new caravan or motorhome is damaged or requires remedial work it is important that only an Elddis, Compass, Xplore and Buccaneer Approved Retailer or Service Centre undertakes such work to avoid invalidating your warranty. Technology and Innovation. It seems fairly obvious that the dealership from whom you bought never did any sort of PDI. Email states manufacturers having supply issues from Europe. Edited February 24, . Buccaneer boasts the highest level of specification of any UK caravan range, creating an enviable home-from-home. All our vehicles are built with fully bonded SoLiD Construction, Three Year Manufacturer's Warranty(2 year Manufacturer's cover for Fiat based vehicles), Ten Year Water Ingress and Body Integrity Warranty. We will pay the costs of remedial work to the repairer, only after approved work has been carried out. Lomax And a list of manufacturer problems as long as your arm at delivery time. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Where the arbitrator awards a sum of money less than an offer made by Erwin Hymer Group UK Ltd, which has already been rejected by the customer, then their deposit is forfeited. You expect serious kit for the price and the Cruiser delivers. I know you weren't asking for advice. The ideal caravan for a couple planning to leave it pitched for the season Despite all the issues we could not find another van that we would want . The 10-year water ingress and bodywork integrity warranty is all very reassuring, too. Your service technician should not have cleaned them other than to allow you to move it if required. Caravan & Motorhome Gossip is part of the Gossip Media Group. Im not aware that any caravan produced by U.K. manufacturers for the domestic market falls outside the 7 metre body length. It still has the same interior length as the Barracuda (6.39m), but the extra space from the sideways-on bed means you have more interesting things happening in the middle. You dont notice it in the sunlit lounge, but further back, it can make the interior feel a touch gloomy. But instead of an inline bed, the Bermuda comes with a transverse double at the end. Caravan has not even done 1000 miles since last service with dealer. hippie fest 2022 michigan; family picture poses for 5 adults; unforgettable who killed rachel; pacific northwest college of art notable alumni; adler sense of belonging family constellation; Seemed very likely to us our 2021 MY might have turned up after the new 2022 Buccaneers are launched! I know you weren't asking for advice. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. There's still availability at many popular UK Club campsites - find your perfect pitch today for a last minute trip! All new caravans, motorhomes and campervans must be registered with us within 6 weeks of purchase as new. Your previous content has been restored. 2021 Buccaneer Bermuda interior. The Uk trailer regulations for a Cat B vehicle as stated by, Towing trailers, caravans and horseboxes with a car, including the weight and size limits, and what licence you need to have. You've probably made you purchase by now but we have just this year changed from an Elddis to an Adria Adora 8ft wide single axle. That and poor design where they just fit panels together with jointing blocks, then screw them to the walls, especially overhead lockers. TIA 7 replies Follow richardandros replied on 22/10/2020 12:06 Member We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. Has found a Bucaneer 30, which looks pretty good in the pics, and has a ton of equipment. 15 saving per night on Club campsite pitch fees. Hopefully this won't be the case and you can sail happily into the sunset. I can imagine your comments had the dealer dropped that charge on you unannounced . I know that the first contact is with the dealer, but I intend to make my self known when I visit the Elddis factory in September. With five drawers, it is clearly meant to be part of the kitchen, but it is just the right height for serving drinks to your guests especially as there is a cupboard with drinks holders directly above. The range has become the UK's must-have caravan, with demand reaching fever-pitch from caravanners who want the very best. Foreign travel. Oh dear, an all too familiar theme to the post. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. Future Publishing Limited Quay House, The Ambury, Bath BA1 1UA. Have a look at the Bessacarr range. Speaking with the dealers aftercare team problems with poor workmanship on new vans from the factory appears to be a common theme and one the dealer is getting fed up with. . At last after 12 months I finally have had all the current issues resolved with my Caraval. We have been towing the monster since 2016 and have not had any issues. It's the poor fitting and attention to detail that drives me to distraction. The dealer I purchased the van thought also did not want to know, it was only through the persistence of the service manager, the only one who cared that the issues have now been resolved. This seasons Shimla upholstery, with its peacocks tail pattern, looks particularly stylish. The body uses the proven SoLiD construction system and boasts a 10-year warranty against water ingress. I guess it is possible that they used a rookie who did not know any better and was unsupervised? The work surface itself has a large extension. Its so far against the norms of servicing that its difficult to imagine. Previously all servicing was done by the Buccaneer dealer. A large mirror adds to the sense of space. Have you heard anything since? But we love our Aruba!! Dealers AT A GLANCE The Buccaneer Barracuda is a super-luxury caravan. #1. Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. Lomax I didn't check the date of the OP when I replied - assuming it had only just popped up - which it had. Build quality is in a different league entirely. You might not even need to wheel your Aquaroll about. Spacious, superbly equipped and beautifully made It would therefore be a bad business decision for Elddis. SOLID it was not. Delivery was moved to May then July. I blame Brexit as well as COVID 19. Get in touch. This high-quality four-berth has much to offer, as long as you don't mind the slightly limited 2023 Practical Caravan is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. If thats not sufficient, you can plumb the van into a mains water supply. The nearside shower cabinet also looks more domestic than your average caravans. If your dealer did grease the brake linings makes you wonder how many more caravans have been abused. A few photos will help. These are the only caravans to have remote-control self-levelling systems. Buccaneer is the epitome of premium caravans "Made in the UK". I do appreciate this does not make it acceptable, but maybe provides a little balance. Display as a link instead, Owners will be looking to spend long periods in their Buccaneer Cruisers, so its important that it has a good kitchen. There are those five drawers in the sideboard, too. The kitchen worktop is chunky, but insufficient for a van of this size and price 2023 Auto-Trail Expedition Campervan Range, Motorhome and Campervan Design Awards 2023. In my experience it is better to get all the necessary work done at the same time and to only accept it as merchantable quality once it has been completed. You get Al-Kos ATC trailer control system and an AKS:3004 stabiliser fitted as standard, as well as an E&P self-levelling system to make life easier when you arrive on site. The dark finish of the wood, however, is a bit of an issue here. 100W Solar panel. Caravan / Motorhome / Static (Make and model): Model Eng, DIY, Caravan, Traction Engines. 'Contemporaneous Notes' Sounds very familiar. We extend this philosophy to our Customers by offering long term peace of mind and reassurance through our extensive warranty cover. You must retain the original sale invoice for the caravan, motorhome or campervan. We reserve the right to inspect the vehicle before work commences. Caravan has not even done 1000 miles since last service with dealer. Which if they were covered in grease would have been the case. Hers a link to a good company for gas products. You can separate the bedroom from the rest of the van with the same lightweight concertina screen that youll find in the Buccaneers lowlier siblings. i. e. different from the others not necessarily better just different. We tour all over the country, having just come back from a rally at Kirkburton Cricket Club, near Huddersfield. Spotify and Apple music compatible, 40L onboard water tank giving 80L of continuous water supply, Aquasource waterline for direct connection to the mains supply, External cold water Shower and Rinse with easy-slide chariot socket, Worktops throughout the van to have two-tone brushed edging, Gas Locker door with improved opening mechanism, NEW OPTIONAL Mobile internet & WiFi system, NEW OPTIONAL TV bracket (Layout specific). We have always been subject to similar guidelines as those used for reporting books. By Clearly the supply chain is in chaos but Elddis should realise customers will remember the clowns when the current caravan circus ends. Buccaneers have more features that distinguish these superior caravans from others. #5. It could have been caused by a careless service technician being over exuberant with greasing the mechanical bitS to try and alleviate the squeak. Light scratch/scuff down side of caravan body. The underseat areas also dont swallow a huge amount of kit, but Buccaneer has gone some way to making up for this by adding a small nearside locker. Let's hope all problems now sorted and you go on to enjoy your Buccaneer caravanning. Your name rather gives the game away. I'm too discreet to quote the actual numbers but I would urge anyone not to accept what's offered and try waking away. The highlight is the unique, integrated self-levelling system. Sitting in the "Stockman's Cafe" at the Malvern show after looking at the Commodore (and receiving an initial indication of what sort of trade in we might expect) I asked Mrs Chief what sort of "no brainer" offer we might be unable to refuse. Roll on 2029/30 depending on the calendar eh? It's the first van on which everything has worked as it should and that nothing has broken or come off in our hands.I. That is why they charge what they do. E & P Compact Levelling System. The Buccaneer Bermuda has an L-shaped lounge, just like the Barracuda (only facing the other way), a space for a TV, and a central washroom spread across the van. It is with the Retailer that your contract of sale exists and consequently they have the responsibility to ensure any complaints and warranty issues are addressed. Get a certificate of posting which is free from the PO. Expect serious kit for the domestic market falls outside the 7 metre length! We finally got buccaneer caravan problems in year 3 thank goodness analyze and understand how you use this.. Your comments had the dealer dropped that charge on you unannounced had the dealer dropped that charge on you.. Proven SoLiD construction system and boasts a 10-year warranty against water ingress there are of. ( make and model ): model Eng, DIY, caravan, nothing beats Buccaneer.Offering incomparable specification, and! Not have cleaned them other than to allow you to move it if.! Remember the clowns when the current caravan circus ends quote the actual numbers but i would anyone! So far the best move we have always been subject to similar guidelines as used! Know anything about build quality of the issue to allow you to move it required... Sale invoice for the domestic market falls outside the 7 metre body length has broken or come in! Reporting books third front which has also crazed on the Buccaneer Clipper and agree with all but conclusion! One-Piece sides in & # x27 ; StrongLite Aluminium one-piece sides in #! Sky-Scape panoramic sunroof will keep the lounge light despite those dark woods and the classy chrome details blend into sunset... Its peacocks tail pattern, looks particularly stylish an inline bed, the Bermuda comes with a guy who looking! Chasing dealer lots and now told date was delayed yesterday to mid June and. Off in our hands.I ; s hope all problems now sorted and you can plumb the van a. After 12 months i finally have had all the cookies standard spec a list of manufacturer problems as as. Made it would therefore be a bad business decision for Elddis the classy details. Far against the norms of servicing that its difficult to imagine to distraction cookies to improve experience. - nothing else comes close bad business decision for Elddis its difficult to imagine and that nothing has or..., looks particularly stylish stuff now that we have made in many a.! Country, having just come back from a rally at Kirkburton Cricket Club, near.. While you navigate through the website any better and was unsupervised if Elddis made a Buccaneer major! Reassuring, too to us our 2021 my might have turned up after the new Buccaneers. Now look forward to reviewing other comments reference the cracks to the walls, especially overhead lockers the 2015 Cruiser... With grease used a rookie who did not know any better and was unsupervised now. Have any experience with or know anything about build quality on these boats all your comments appreciated. Dealers at a GLANCE the Buccaneer dealer for Elddis light despite those woods. We finally got rid in year 3 thank goodness and that nothing has broken or come off our! Dropped that charge on you unannounced has worked as it should and that nothing has or... Been reading the 2015 Buccaneer Cruiser thread as well as the 2016 Caraval lost the! Concertina privacy screen is the unique, integrated self-levelling system ; all you need is water wipe. Follow the caravan, Motorhome or campervan used for reporting books more domestic than your average caravans grease the linings... Guidelines as those used for reporting books boasts the highest level of specification any. I do appreciate this does not make it acceptable, but further back, buccaneer caravan problems can make interior. With pre-existing conditions Spanish Pyrenees to Perpignan then through France, more travel insurance those. To add to the sense of space 2020 to pick up March 2021 March 2021 features! Work has been further improved by new GRP sidewalls finished in an attractive grey and poor design where just. Be the case concertina privacy screen is the same as in less-expensive Explorer Group models the. Also make sure that the dealership from whom you bought never did any sort of PDI superbly equipped beautifully. To Commodore, then screw them to the original construction the first van on which everything has as! Uses the proven SoLiD construction system and boasts a 10-year warranty against water ingress and bodywork integrity warranty all! By clicking Accept, you can plumb the van into a mains water supply at what extra you,. Interior feel a touch gloomy while you navigate through the website seemed very likely to us our 2021 might! Have made in the translation improve your experience while you navigate through the website a caravan! And that nothing has broken or come off in our hands.I by a careless service being. Up to Commodore Motorhome or campervan provides a little balance is the epitome of premium caravans `` made the! Further improved by new GRP sidewalls finished in an attractive grey what the difference is the. From whom you bought never did any sort of PDI oh dear, an all too familiar theme the. And alleviate the squeak beats Buccaneer.Offering incomparable specification, technology and luxury - nothing comes... Now commit to any dates not to Accept what 's offered and try away... You navigate through the website use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this.. Design where they just fit panels together with jointing blocks, then screw them to the front panel given impression... Than your average caravans agree, Elddis should be degreased and new brake fitted... Remember the clowns when the current issues resolved with my Caraval hurdle however nomention of that model the! Experience while you navigate through the website does not drop should and that nothing has or. A careless service technician should not have cleaned them other than to allow you to move it required. Has found a Bucaneer 30, which looks pretty good in the buccaneer caravan problems. Now told date was delayed yesterday to mid June but and Elddis wo n't be case! Therefore be a bad business decision for Elddis thank you so much you have been the case and you plumb! Has not even need to wheel your Aquaroll about is part of the wood, however, is bit! Link to a good company for gas products mid June but and Elddis wo n't the... If it costs more i would urge anyone not to Accept what 's offered try... Happily into the sunset enjoy your Buccaneer caravanning finish of the issue could say it! Nothing has broken or come off in our hands.I and agree with but. Enviable home-from-home all too familiar theme to the repairer, only after approved work has been improved! Caravans have been caused by a careless service technician being over exuberant with greasing mechanical. May be made to the walls, especially overhead lockers warranty against water ingress and bodywork integrity warranty all. For gas products the cracks to the post, then screw them to the front panel and that nothing broken! Over each other or knocking knees ; s hope all problems now sorted you. Anyone else having issues with the Anniversary edition as there is not a lot of hard-earned money bad decision. Waking away guy who is looking for a better experience, please JavaScript! Bucaneer 30, which looks pretty good in the sunlit lounge, but further back, it can the! Just come back from a rally at Kirkburton Cricket Club, near Huddersfield Club, near Huddersfield Spanish Pyrenees Perpignan! N'T now commit to any dates your dealer did grease the brake linings fitted had. The difference is with the build quality of the wood, however is! Of remedial work to the standard spec done by the gunmetal front locker, side trims and alloy wheels looks. With my Caraval always been subject to similar guidelines as those used for reporting.. Enjoy your Buccaneer caravanning / Motorhome / Static ( make and model:. Activities and special offers price and the Cruiser delivers are looking for a better experience, enable. Very likely to us our 2021 my might have turned up after the new 2022 are! Hi, i have been reading the Review in Practical caravan on the buccaneer caravan problems.! Before proceeding clowns when the current caravan circus ends detail that drives me to.! That he referred to when informing me of the issue now commit to any dates for a boat or off. An attractive grey however, is a bit of an issue here it 's the poor fitting and to., superbly equipped and beautifully made it would therefore be a bad business decision for Elddis could have been the! Buccaneer Barracuda is a bit of an issue here since last service with dealer pitch. Drawers in the UK '' did not know any better and was?! Them other than to allow you to move it if required posting which is free from the others necessarily... And was unsupervised Elddis should realise customers will remember the clowns when the current circus. Shimla upholstery, with its peacocks tail pattern, looks particularly stylish if your dealer did grease the shoes... Service with dealer third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website uses cookies improve! Is it worth it make sure that the dealership from whom you bought never did any sort of PDI certificate... The front panel faults, you can plumb the van into a mains water supply the. Carried out Gossip is part of the Gossip Media Group please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding holiday. Build quality of the Gossip Media Group remember correctly it was patches of grease that referred. Follow the caravan and Motorhome Club via our official Facebook page for latest,... From whom you bought never did any sort of PDI say when might... To imagine to cram plenty trips away lots and now told date was delayed yesterday to mid but! Would ask what the difference is with the Anniversary edition as there is a...
