If he doesn't, why humiliate him? When selecting a towing vehicle, it is recommended that you consult the Caravan Towing Guide which is available from the NCC. While the rest of its Explorer Group stablemates have made the switch to the ubiquitous Al-Ko chassis, the Buccaneer Cruiser is sticking to the BPW Swing V-Tec with the iDC stability system. Our hope is that the new fronts will be more robust as they have finally dispensed with the UK manufacture used hitherto. 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). Charge to remove bunk seats Are yours fixed? I always vowed after that to make the biggest list possible, give them the vehicle, and only accept it back once everything was done satisfactorily. You must log in or register to reply here. Then in our 2nd year of ownership we found to our cost that we were on our own with the front and rear panels which were already out of warranty. If your dealer did grease the brake linings makes you wonder how many more caravans have been abused, It is possible the dealer spread some copper slip grease on the metal part of the shoes where they sit on the mechanism?Something often done on disc brake pads to stop squealing. I wasn't asking for advice Fred, just offering some experience. Clearly the supply chain is in chaos but Elddis should realise customers will remember the clowns when the current caravan circus ends. We also had a 2016 Elddis from new. Crazing in the gel coat are cracks in the surface coat although only small hairline cracks also called cobwebbing . Hopefully this won't be the case and you can sail happily into the sunset. Ive been in contact with Elddis and Ive always had a reply although a bit delayed. They just would not comment and referred me back to my dealer. Where an annual service identifies that repairs are necessary the caravan, motorhome and campervan must be made available for repair within six weeks of the date of inspection for the purpose of carrying out the repair work. Our fully-bonded construction uses the most advanced technology in the Industry, Your Buccaneer caravan comes backed by our 10 Year Water Ingress and Body Integrity Warranty, Buccaneer boasts the highest level of specification of any UK caravan range, creating an enviable home-from-home, In your Buccaneer you'll find award-winning, cutting-edge technology and all the must-have gadgets, including: remote control self-levelling system and Alde underfloor heating, Big, bold and beautiful - Buccaneer comes in a thrilling array of 8ft-wide layouts to appeal to couples and families alike. The caravan, motorhome and campervan must have an annual service and damp check carried out by an Approved Elddis, Compass, Xplore and Buccaneer Retailer or Service Centre. Build quality is in a different league entirely. Follow the Caravan and Motorhome Club via our official Facebook page for latest news, holiday ideas, events, activities and special offers. All rights reserved. Oh dear, an all too familiar theme to the post. I'm just chopping in our Caravel for a Commodore. Your name rather gives the game away. The benefit of having an onboard water tank pales slightly when you consider storage that tank takes up a fair amount of space. The benefits of a Buccaneer for towing remain as ever for the 2021 season. It will soon be on its 4th front window and 4th set of upholstery. As youd expect in a seasonal-pitch van, a cocktail cabinet is included in this case, a tinted, glazed, drum-fronted item with a television mount below. An upmarket Affinity 550, this was to be our retirement caravan. Buccaneers have more features that distinguish these superior caravans from others. 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. Copyright VerticalScope Inc. All Rights Reserved. It's the poor fitting and attention to detail that drives me to distraction. Exactly what we did with the Unicorn 2. against the 3. Take advantage of our brilliant Practical Caravan magazineSUBSCRIBERS OFFERandSIGN UP TO OUR NEWSLETTERfor regular weekly updates on all things caravan related. Looking forward to a trouble free 2017 caravanning. Now told it's not even in build and there will be an additional 4 weeks wait for the DVLA. In years 1, 2, and 4 through to 9 the service must be completed no more than 60 days either side of the anniversary of the date of purchase. You would have been shown the brake shoes if they had been replaced. In all cases the arbitrator's decision is final and both parties must agree to abide by the decision. ..still feel like that some days. Good for you. Improved access with in night-time position (transverse bed layouts), Thetford K1520 MK2 black gloss oven, grill and dual fuel hob with spark ignition and 800W electric hotplate, Abstract Blush feature kitchen splashback in 3D effect acrylic, Craftsman-built removable chest of drawers with dove-tailed joints, pull-out table extension, plus an additional free-standing table with dedicated storage (excl. What have I learnt from this experience, 1. The length they will need is the . But not when D4 is hooked up to Commodore. England and Wales company registration number 2008885. 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. By In addition we have never lost a day of holiday due to van faults and that is largely due to having a good relationship with the dealer who has put himself out to turn things around for us when problems have arisen. Previously all servicing was done by the Buccaneer dealer. I appreciate that the contract lies with the dealer and I will be taking this up with then tomorrow when the van goes back for repair on it 3rd occasion. May 7, 2012 7,608 1,319 30,935. You can post now and register later. co. uk/community/topic/103217-2015-buccaneer-caravans/page-2?hl=buccanner. 'StrongLite Aluminium one-piece sides in 'Diamond Silver'. There's still availability at many popular UK Club campsites - find your perfect pitch today for a last minute trip! Copyright 2016 2023 Caravan & Motorhome Gossip. Why you think it exceeds 2.55m or the 7m body length as both Ray and myself were referring to shipping length which is over 8m? Aruba) creating a comfortable daybed and 400mm additional floorspace during the day. All rights reserved. AL-KO Chassis with AKS 3004 stabiliser and ATC. But you are prepared to bend every sinew to flame anyone that dares to suggest that maybe your beloved Buccaneer's are less than perfect. I have a 2016 Buccaneer Caravel and have notice dirt and water marks on the inside of the frame, I took the van for its annual service this morning and when I arrived at the dealership the rear roof light handle was covered in frost. Elddis Caravans ; Buccaneer Barracuda Buccaneer Barracuda. While Tom Brady and the Buccaneers won the NFC South, they limped to the title with an 8-9 record. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. But 1 would be bad luck. Theres also excellent kitchen storage, with four large drawers, a big cupboard and a bank of shallower cupboards overhead. Well, I'm biased - but having looked at the Buccaneer range, I'm pleased we bought our Knaus Starclass. At the end of the Buccaneer Cruiser, behind a sliding door, is the superb end washroom. Well we didn't get that. The best example is the hydraulic remote-controlled self-levelling system. But may indicates the level of training and quality control the company employ. That and poor design where they just fit panels together with jointing blocks, then screw them to the walls, especially overhead lockers. Caravanning. Your name rather gives the game away. The right call it seems as the last date Elddis gave the dealer passed this time we believe because they don't have worktops. Cracking panels, not assembled properly, etc and it's not restricted to this particular model or manufacturer. . Ray123, Proudly powered by WordPress | Theme: Newsup by Themeansar. Soon 2022 vans will be spilling off the production line and I will have waited almost a year for my 2021 Crusader. This warranty does not affect the purchaser's statutory rights. Hope yours is as successful. The front lounge is also well lit, with a sunroof, a huge Stargazer roof light, ambient lighting and three spotlights. ..and won. 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. When I went to a large Bailey and Coachman dealership they had not one new c/van for sale ,and said there was no dates for delivery from either maker for most models the staff advised most of the holdup was a result of covid in the Uk and Europe where a lot of fittings are bought from. T. Just had its service this week and all clear. All of the 2019 caravans from Erwin Hymer from Xplore to Buccaneer are fitted with tyres fred. Roll on 2029/30 depending on the calendar eh? 4 of them considerably improbable in the extreme. We've been told Brexit, Suez Canal and Covid are to blame but no specifics. You may also have to adjust your driving style over rough terrain and particular attention should be given to the height of the tow ball in relation to the caravan coupling. It's complemented by a new upholstery for all 2021 Buccaneers - its ActivCare finish is particularly easy to wipe clean. We are confident that all of our new caravans, motorhomes and campervans are engineered using the latest manufacturing techniques and advanced materials technology ensuring that, when buying one of our products, you are buying the very best. We have a 2016 Buccaneer cruiser and no issue with the handbrake which holds well on a slope. The transverse beds of narrower Explorer Group vans use a slide-out system for day and night modes. There is enough room for a sideboard, which also houses the table. The nearside shower cabinet also looks more domestic than your average caravans. The area is flooded in light from another Stargazer rooflight. I am extremely disappointed with this van and are about to take these issues up with the manufacturer, as well as the supplier I purchased the van from. Retractable bed (excl. Update your browser to view this website correctly. Technology and Innovation. Follow us or alternatively, you can register with our online communityClub Together. We agreed on 5k and walked away laughing. Buccaneer is the epitome of premium caravans "Made in the UK". Our 2018 Buccaneer Cruiser went for its 4th service yesterday with AWS technician who is fanatically thorough. The furniture, fridge, cooker, heating etc is not worse or better quality than those fitted to any other van, just more of them. But yes, I am going for a 4th. I do appreciate this does not make it acceptable, but maybe provides a little balance. Being retired. Offering incomparable specification, technology, and luxury nothing else comes close. N'T have worktops account, sign in now to post with your account on 4th. Believe because they do n't have worktops Proudly powered by WordPress | theme: Newsup Themeansar... Updates on all things Caravan buccaneer caravan problems towing vehicle, it is recommended that you consult Caravan. 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