Better than a VW California? Ford's Campervan now comes with a toilet

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The new Ford Nugget Plus takes all the best features of the original Nugget - Ford’s own in-house campervan - and gains extra space and a built-in cassette toilet. It also has twin sliding doors, a hot water system and outdoor shower. Is that enough to make it a better buy than VW’s best-selling California?
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@EmileVoyer Жыл бұрын

Drive 4 people… Will also sleep 4 people With the kitchen and toilet still usable ! What an amazingly designed camper !! I want it in Canada 😅

@diabeticguy 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciating the leisurely tour where the viewer has the opportunity to see all of the vehicle. So many guides rush us through the vehicle and are left with questions.

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

We try to be comprehensive. Hope you've subscribed, so you'll see all our future reviews

@paulshuter6807 Жыл бұрын

A very comprehensive review, delivered in an easy to watch style. Thanks

@MotorhomeCampervan Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated!

@jerrycarter1928 4 ай бұрын

I love it! Great packaging: I want one in USA!

3 ай бұрын

Your video is very complete and I thank you very much for it!!

@MotorhomeCampervan 3 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Lots more on the channel if you're buying a campervan!

@Christopher-sj2sc 9 ай бұрын

Just discovered your channel, what an amazing chap you are! Your knowledge of leisure vehicles seems encyclopedic... Also you seem to reply to most messages even though you have 75k followers. Well done that man keep up the excellent work!!!!!!

@MotorhomeCampervan 9 ай бұрын

Thanks and welcome. I've been writing about motorhomes for over 40 years, so hopefully picked up a few ideas along the way!

@Mysterygamer Жыл бұрын

Thank you a descent review at last that shows everything, all so far I found did not show the awning , Outdoor seats, Shower set up. Thanks so much.

@MotorhomeCampervan Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@youngbairn 2 жыл бұрын

The nugget has had me intrigued for a while. Not sure about some of the equipment installed but the layout would work well for a couple or small family. Sperate sleeping area and kitchen is still useable. For me this set up is very all about your circumstances. There are always compromises with camper vans.

@PETERFRITZPHOTO 2 жыл бұрын

What an absolutely thorough review!

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Faz-86 Ай бұрын

@8.55 nice little authentic sound effect

@tooyoungtobeold8756 2 жыл бұрын

I've stayed on that site. Very nice it is too and the suurrounding areas is excellent.

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

It really is! We filmed the Chausson X550 there, too. Lovely walks from the site.

@themountainwanderer Жыл бұрын

Fantastic! Which is why we never get these things in the U.S.

@petecoventry6858 Жыл бұрын

8:54 sounded like you needed the tailgate open for that one 🤣

@conniewaite1371 Жыл бұрын

About time! I want one!dont like the inside setup,just the van roof and double sliding doors

@travelling_stephen 2 жыл бұрын

Another great review, I found the layout of this van much better than the usual side kitchen I've never been a fan of those. The price is a little high but what isn't nowadays. Thanks for Another great review Peter 👍

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@corinneperegrini6003 2 жыл бұрын

So good, I like it very much, specially that it seats 5, and the kitchen at the back. Love the toilet too! What I like most is that it can be used as a daily vehicle to get around having the five seats, there for no need to have a car and a van. I am in the market for something like that as I need a new car and wanted a small van as well, so this is perfect! Is it available in Australia?

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

You'd need to check with Ford Australia

@corinneperegrini6003 2 жыл бұрын

@@MotorhomeCampervan Thanks👍

@HollyandSandy Жыл бұрын

Definitely liking the look of the Nugget Extra (LWB) We're off to the NEC Birmingham soon, so hopefully they will have one there. A Lottery win between now and then would definitely be helpful LOL. Fingers crossed.

@MotorhomeCampervan Жыл бұрын

Ford don't usually take a stand at the NEC. You might need to visit your local Transit centre. There will be lots of new campervans to see, though.

@nickfraser422 Жыл бұрын

should have rear view camera fuel cosumption, very good

@andy5786 2 жыл бұрын

Really like ford nugget plus got layout thanks 👍

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like it

@graphguy 2 жыл бұрын

I have yet to hear an exaplanation... What is it with car companies making great camper options and NOT selling them in America?

@Harleyglide03 Жыл бұрын

Hey!!! You stole my question……

@stuartcraigon2003 Жыл бұрын

Demand presumably.

@graphguy Жыл бұрын

@@stuartcraigon2003 cost is what VW told me... too expensive for the demand the project. I disagree :)

@stuartcraigon2003 Жыл бұрын

@@graphguy Vw aren't interested in the US market anymore. Its too expensive to ship and maintain a shop network. They will eventually pull out. Chevtolet withdrew entirely from Europe.

@rolandsuch Жыл бұрын

Chicken Tax!!!

@jenniferbringman9054 7 ай бұрын

Looks great for one person.

@krimke881 2 жыл бұрын

that you don't have to do the lower bed for sleeping and resting, because you have an upper bunk, makes this nugget a catch. it's actually better than all the cityvans built on fiat chassi, all the sprintevans and hymermobiles. the compromizes are bang on. What makes it a need of 2nd though, is the value. The electronic gadgets should be standard, and you should be able to choose if you want a table that hangs of the wall or delivered as a stand in the middle oft the floor, if you want a banging stereo or just a regular radio thingy. They seriously need to add value to these products, all suppliers.

@sailingsolo5290 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice. My first new car at 19 years old was a westfalia vw in1983 pop top. 14,000usd

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

Bet you wish you'd kept that Westfalia!

@Objectification Жыл бұрын

I want it. Immediately 🥰

@rightright6582 Жыл бұрын

How to get the hot air in the upper bed?

@RollingwithTheRobsons 2 жыл бұрын

Good video. Peter you said you wouldn't buy it as a family van. If you wanted something you could use day to day and have a camper what would you buy?

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

I did buy a CMC HemBil Urban on VW T6. Suits us perfectly as it has a wider seat/bed that most VWs and the Reimo sliding seat is excellent

@santiago3685 Жыл бұрын

Great review! It seems like you could just sleep in the top, and then not have to rearrange everthing which is very nice! Does it have an air condition that you can run while sleeping? Thanks :)

@MotorhomeCampervan Жыл бұрын

Yes, you could but no a/c, although lots of ventilation in the roof so not really a problem

@TheJbsportstech Жыл бұрын

You don’t by the vw camper because it’s the best you buy it as it’s trendy and to impress others. What they have don with this layout is very clever

@MotorhomeCampervan Жыл бұрын

The classic VW layout still works really well for a lot of buyers, but only if done properly.

@Paul-kp1tu Жыл бұрын

Had to laugh with Nugget's focus on the toilet!

@moran68 2 жыл бұрын

Sit on the toilet and peel the potatoes at the same time !

@fraser5896 2 жыл бұрын

Yep, "how do want your steak cooked?" says your partner as you look across from the toilet! Nuggets indeed.

@tonysutton6559 2 жыл бұрын

A long as you don't accidentally chop your nuts.

@liudizzle 2 жыл бұрын

If you have explosive diarrhea will the flush cover up the sound?

@moran68 2 жыл бұрын

@@liudizzle It might cover up the sound but nothing will cover up the smell 🤢.

@steveh6373 10 ай бұрын

Doesn't everyone

@Kevin-xz4jq 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome review. So many negative nancy's in these comments. Sure wish we could buy one in the states. Excellent design!

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Love the "negative nancy" comment!

@iasciateognisperanza3267 Жыл бұрын

Its a camper, but its also a truck/van . These are medium/long term purchases and need to be evaluated a bit different. Buy whatever model suits you, but avoid super complicated engines that are expensive to repair. The more electronics, bells and whistles, the higher the repair bill. If the van becomes unusable then so does the camper. Talk to a mechanic before you purchase.

@richardcope3850 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome van, had ours for six months now and we managed to get a 185ps auto! A rarity now! Brilliant for us with three small children.

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear you love yours!

@pezpengy9308 Жыл бұрын

i used to have a vw westfalia camper van. loved that thing! but the tires... oh my lord the tires... trying to find high load rated tires in 14" was the bane of my existence.

@MotorhomeCampervan Жыл бұрын

I spend rather a lot on heavy-rated tyres for the 18in alloys on my T6, too!

@pezpengy9308 Жыл бұрын

@@MotorhomeCampervan at the time there was only one manufacturer on earth that made them and sold them in hawaii. it was awful!

@lawrencefoster2120 2 жыл бұрын

I always thought that I was so smart because I put a rv toilet in a van. The mark up Is rediculos.

@christophermcrae3756 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Peter just wandering when your giving us a review of the Consort campervan range?

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

Would love to but Scot needs to come up with a 'van for me to test. His new MWB model with the super-sized lounge looks interesting!

@christophermcrae3756 2 жыл бұрын

@@MotorhomeCampervan One to definetely look out for then 👍

@tooyoungtobeold8756 2 жыл бұрын

The roof looks flimsy. We have a California and it has very strong side support. We can leave the roof up in winds up to 60mph. And can you cook with the roof down, ie is the roof to close to the cooker, when it is stormy?

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

I'd have no worries at all about the roof. Westfalia have been making pop-tops for 60 years + so I think they know what they're doing. But, yes, you do need to put the top up to cook - but then you probably should in the Cali, for ventilation reasons.

@kevtop351 Жыл бұрын

Try living in close quarters during a prolonged rainy storm. Been there, done that.

@MotorhomeCampervan Жыл бұрын

So, have we. My kids love the campervan and we've just had a great week in Wales, even on the wet days

@paulsingh9043 2 жыл бұрын

Holy sh1t!, 70k ?, my lwb Benz cost me 8k and 3k to convert with all the trimmings , worlds gone mad!!!!🤮

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

That's the price of a camper like this in 2022 - and they're still going up - and they're all sold out

@Zalley 2 жыл бұрын

How get food from the kitchen to the inside table? Do you have to go out of the kitchen to the outside with the food and then into the inside table section? Toilet too near to kitchen.

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

No, there's an aisle around the side of the kitchen to the seating area. No need to go outside

@contorta960 Жыл бұрын

Should cover the heating. Heating is super important in the uk. So heating and insulation. Covered noise insulation a little but need to know how it sounds on the motorway.

@MotorhomeCampervan Жыл бұрын

It has diesel heating but remember that the roof is part canvas, so not ideal in really cold weather. Motorway cruising is fine, quieter than most larger campervans.

@contorta960 Жыл бұрын

@MotorhomeCampervan thank you, good to know!

@IverKnackerov 2 жыл бұрын

Seems a really good alternative to VW …. Two doors and a WC are real benefits. I like it

@vecernicek2 9 ай бұрын

The toilet in the plus version really is a game changer

@MotorhomeCampervan 8 ай бұрын

Totally agree!

@vecernicek2 8 ай бұрын

@@MotorhomeCampervan Do you know if they plan on making the plus version in the new generation they just unveiled?

@nickyboy. 2 жыл бұрын

My 16yr old daughter wears the same style of jeans as you. Very fashionable....

@MotorhomeCampervan Жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you. In 55 years on this planet that's the first time I've been called fashionable!

@Hansen3111 Жыл бұрын

Hi Can you please tell me how tall-hight of your Van .. I got a Ford Tourneo Custom L2 but my parking is only 205 cm

@MotorhomeCampervan Жыл бұрын

Ford says the Nugget Plus is 2.06m high

@MRBraveheartscot 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you great content as usual ! :)

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@bailric 2 жыл бұрын

Ridiculous cost. I bought a Transt Custom Limited SWB 130PS in 2018, fitted a much better low profile Hilo pop top and have a removable layout including kitchen, bed, furniture, toilet and portable power so I can convert back into cargo van within 1 hour. Total cost £32K. And very relevant these days, it’s totally stealth - no signs from the outside it’s a camper van. No extra windows, pop roof not visible due to low profile, floor ventilation and front cab windows cracked open most of the time and hidden by wind deflectors. Never had any regrets the way I did it and it can sleep 4 at a push. And I can park everywhere including underground car parks and even sleep there if I have to without anyone being the wiser

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

Factor in your labour, though, and it wouldn't be so cheap. And your camper won't have Type Approval or be safety tested? Consider the resale value of a camper like this and long-term ownership cost is less than an SUV

@bailric 2 жыл бұрын

@@MotorhomeCampervan as I said my camper materials can be removed and ported to a new base vehicle. Then I can sell my vehicle as a cargo van or base vehicle for someone who wants to do a conversion. What you describe is how marketing guys trick us all into spending far too much and lining the pockets of many. It’s a game and I am not playing it!

@Burghbhoy1 Жыл бұрын

under the new DVLA rules would vans like the nugget no longer be classed as campervans as they are not high tops ?

@MotorhomeCampervan Жыл бұрын

As a Ford product with Whole Vehicle Type Approval, it should be registered as a motor caravan

@dimitristsagdis7340 2 жыл бұрын

How much is the equivalent OEM model i.e. to figure the premium paid for the Westfalia conversion

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

This is an OEM model from Ford

@dimitristsagdis7340 2 жыл бұрын

@@MotorhomeCampervan Yes and my question is what is its price before Westfalia adds all the bits to turn it into a camper and sell it for 77K

@davidsqvbcn 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome review 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻, excellent campervan 🚐😀👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@QazaqtynUly Жыл бұрын

When using the toilet just don't forget to close the back door.

@LisaMarli 2 жыл бұрын

Get the rear view camera, they are very helpful. I love mine, backing up and parking at so much easier, and I'm just driving a car.

@Norristheforest 2 жыл бұрын

I've had two Nuggets over the 15 years. All high- top. They used to be substantially cheaper than VW offerings and then represented great value - if you could cope with LHD. They served me very well on multiple trips in all seasons in many countries.. However, my latest van in the Westy Amundsen. The fixed bed and the amazing storage space was a deal maker. Still, there are elements of the Nugget I miss. Top down fridge especially but what happened to the old style pop up table that was great?

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

I think you still get the pop-up table with LHD. Ford took the decision to fit the RHD version with twin sliding doors, which I think gives it a big advantage over the California and Marco Polo, but that rather precludes the pop-up table. Enjoy your Amundsen!

@Boss-zo4lw Жыл бұрын

Not bad, would make a great solo camper or for a couple, that back seat that splits it all up would have to go though and for me ruins it slightly, well more than slightly lol

@MotorhomeCampervan Жыл бұрын

It's the back seat - making it a five-seater car in the week - that will be the USP for many buyers. There are plenty of other options if you want a true solo camper

@bephremb Жыл бұрын

Would the chassis take a motorbike carrier? 150-200kg?

@MotorhomeCampervan Жыл бұрын

That might be possible but you could run out of payload

@bobby350z 2 жыл бұрын

Not sure why something like this is not available in US.

@stuartcraigon2003 Жыл бұрын

Demand presumably.

@rolandsuch Жыл бұрын

Chicken Tax!

@seanfallon4580 2 жыл бұрын

you sound very anti vw california ? lovely van though and a great review as usual 👌, thank you

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

Not at all. I used to own one and would definitely consider another if we ever change our T6 HemBil Urban. Have you seen my review of the California Ocean? kzfaq.info/get/bejne/adWae6-Wmtq0eqM.html The Cali has better storage than the Nugget and I prefer the VW to drive, but the Nugget Plus is completely different and has advantages.

@Adam-tn8yh 2 жыл бұрын

What puts me off the California is the number of complaints about corrosion where the roof meets the van. That and the horror stories about VW’s poor customer service in resolving the issues definitely means I’m in the market for an alternative, and this could be it.

@greycats99 2 жыл бұрын

70 Grand! :D

@moran68 2 жыл бұрын

Are these pop up tops prone to mildew on the canvas sides ? And I suppose eventually they will need to be replaced ?

@TimFurlong 2 жыл бұрын

Mine are now officially eleven years old and the only issue are minor holes appearing where they've snagged on the strut hinges. Certainly no mildew and it's been through all weathers 🌦️

@moran68 2 жыл бұрын

@@TimFurlong So I suppose it’s important to make sure they are dry before folding down ?

@moran68 2 жыл бұрын

@@TimFurlong Thanks for replying . Can they be replaced quite easily if needed ?

@TimFurlong 2 жыл бұрын

@@moran68 I am quite sure mine are sealed into the roof, to be honest though I've never given it a good look, I imagine they can be replaced by the right people. But as I say, eleven years and counting, so not something you need to worry about. The engine needs more maintenance than the rest of it.

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

Our California was sold at 10 yrs old and the canvas still perfect. Some roofs are designed for easy replacement of the material

@JrangeyV8 Жыл бұрын

A great vehicle for sure, if they weren’t so easily stolen because of such bad security, it would certainly be a brilliant contender.

@MotorhomeCampervan Жыл бұрын

Latest reports from the motorhome insurers say that Fords are no longer a particular theft target.

@williamchanning9055 2 жыл бұрын

Great review but would be a great buy at 60k or thereabouts, certainly not worth 70k.

@TimmysFavs 2 жыл бұрын

Even 40K seems way to much for a transit van!

@richardcope3850 2 жыл бұрын

A top of the range VW will cost you much more and it's actually a smaller van. The only advantage being you can get 4 wheel drive. Yes our van was expensive but it's good value. 5 of us even in a Premier Inn is £150 a night minimum. We use our van a lot and it will more than pay for itself in less than two years and still be worth something. Don't knock it until you've tried it!

@TimmysFavs 2 жыл бұрын

@@richardcope3850 I'm entitled to my opinion. I say it's way overpriced & the VW campervan is dearer still. My original comment was a motorhome could be purchased for a lot less & give so much more space. If you're happy with it that's great, good for you but I'm going to knock it all I want because it's rediculously expensive!

@richardcope3850 2 жыл бұрын

@@TimmysFavs of course you're entitled to your opinion. My apologies if any offence caused. We all have a different view and perception of value. There are many things my friends spend a fortune on that I wouldn't touch. That's life. I was just highlighting what works for us. Yes a bigger motorhome would cost much less but with our Transit we can go anywhere, anytime.

@TimmysFavs 2 жыл бұрын

@@richardcope3850 Great reply!

@ag1382 2 жыл бұрын

No privacy curtains for front window and doors?

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

Silver screens for the cab windows

@leonienolan511 Жыл бұрын

I wanted a VW so bad till I saw the nugget ,, I adore this camper and layout ,, it's perfect for a large dog which other models are not suitable

@MotorhomeCampervan Жыл бұрын

It's a great campervan but you'll need to check out the space for a large dog. You might be better off with something like a Bilbo's Celex LWB or HemBil Escape LWB for maximum floorspace.

@vanzeit2300 2 жыл бұрын

The California is available as Beach Tour including two sliding doors for three years now ...

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

But the Beach Tour cannot be registered as a Motor Caravan - it doesn't have a kitchen at all

@vanzeit2300 2 жыл бұрын

... and it can't drive sideways.

@JD-vh1qd 2 жыл бұрын

I like it

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

So do we! What Motorhome magazine's Campervan of the Year

@markm49 2 жыл бұрын

70k. The worlds gone mad.

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

You can easily pay 50k just for an empty panel van in 2022

@andymushlarky7819 2 жыл бұрын

Peter a good review, as usual. Do you know if the leisure battery system can be added to? and is the addition of a solar panel an option or would you need to go aftermarket?

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

Ford doesn't seem to list a solar panel as an option, so I guess you'd be looking to an aftermarket supplier for this. Maybe upgrade the leisure battery to lithium at the same time?

@IverKnackerov 2 жыл бұрын

To all those complaining about the price …compared to what ? Just because you can’t afford it doesn’t make it poor value … have you seen the number of VW vans out there …. Value is relative !

@davidlawton6226 Жыл бұрын

Corado V132 bigger and better and only £61450

@IverKnackerov 7 ай бұрын

@@davidlawton6226 That’s a Motorhome. This is a campervan. Completely different - Corado has no sliding doors/rear tailgate and cannot be parked in a standard car park space and is 2.7m high so won’t fit under barriers.

@TimFurlong 2 жыл бұрын

I managed 16 minutes. I think you could have covered it in 10. I note a distinct lack of storage space for more than one person, where do you store your clothes, bedding and food for a week? Wine, condiments and croquery? Then there's the loo, while spacious, unless you are wild camping, you'd be loathed to stink out the kitchen and as for the shower, I wonder how many people would actually use that, you'd need to fill with water first (adding weight) and you can't really consider heating the water from your leisure battery. Hot water sounds useful but you'd really only use it for washing up, which you can't do in a small sink very well. The table was a joke, imagine more than two people in there while it's pouring outside. Personally, I think anyone paying 70k for that would be using a full facility site, rendering most of those 'features' pointless. Having camped in a van for more than ten years, I know how many features, that sound great, are very quickly redundant.

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

I've been reviewing motorhomes and campervans for over 40 years - most people like the greater detail. I've used campers like this for two weeks and you just compromise on what you take. There's plenty here for a couple. Hot water works well from 12V and saves boiling a kettle for washing up, which is easy in the sink here. Table is fine, too, for two. The shower will probably be used for muddy boots, dogs, etc. The loo is very useful when you don't want to traipse across the campsite in the rain or the middle of the night.

@louisehollyhead6807 Жыл бұрын

I'd always like a loo. Compromises on storage for sure but you would just get a system going

@annamric6597 2 ай бұрын

Only negative seems to be getting agreement between Ford and Westfalia over who covers any warranty repair problems. The Cali Camper Family had a leisure battery problem which was difficult to fix, both F & W passing the buck.

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 ай бұрын

The California is built by VW with no input from Westfalia

@andrewbeale2585 2 жыл бұрын

Another excellent review, thank you Peter. As a California Coast owner (my only vehicle), I think the big pluses with the Nugget are the twin sliding doors and the five seats. The offside sliding door in the VW is a right pain. The worry for me as a daily user would be the 2.06m height, as the Cali fits snugly under all car park barriers at 1.98m, but many are 2m and this Nugget wouldn't get under. The Cali has such cool storage for the two tables and two chairs, and benefits too from a big boot which soon gets filled up with clobber when you go away. And benefits from a 7 speed auto box as standard. On balance I will stick with the Coast, but I understand the appeal of the Nugget to some too.

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

Love the California Coast. I used to have a T5 California SE. There are plenty of great VW campervans if you want a nearside sliding door - we have a CMC HemBil Urban now (with five seats).

@rolandsuch Жыл бұрын

In Germany there is an air suspension available which allows you to drop the height to 2.00m

@griefer5846 Жыл бұрын

california ocean is really good, but no toilet

@bourdon845 2 жыл бұрын

Joli !

@johnsayer116 2 жыл бұрын

Far better layout than the standard VWs

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

It has less storage than the best side kitchen VWs but there's a lot to like here

@billyray323 2 жыл бұрын

How Much ! They're Van's with a bed & a few cabinets 🤪

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

It's a bit more than - and have you seen the price of vans! The cost of the seat/bed system and the elevating roof (with another bed) runs into thousands before you factor in the labour cost and the investment for relatively small production runs.

@mclucky7086 2 жыл бұрын

I think it is a beauty.

@zonacrs 2 жыл бұрын

I really don't understand why this, and campers like it, are not available in the U.S. Westfalia used to have a footprint here, perhaps they still do. It just boggles my mind which probably boils down to profit margins. Would love one of these.

@rolandsuch Жыл бұрын

Chicken Tax!

@Sharon-jz4ri 2 жыл бұрын

Is this sold in the US? If not why not?

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

I'm afraid not. I think the factory struggles to meet European demand

@LB-W 3 ай бұрын

Really don’t like the curtains. Why are they not thermal to help condensation and have magnets instead of silly poppers. Must do better

@tonysutton6559 2 жыл бұрын

I would rather have a Fiat or Citroen 6m hi-top for £20k less and have a washroom, oven, grill, double glazed windows and insulation so that it can be used by 4 people whatever the weather.

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

The Transit Custom works better as a car, though. And most of the Fiats are pushing close to this price now - some are a lot more

@jimmyk7137 Жыл бұрын

Not sure having a toilet in the same space as the kitchen is such a good idea. I suppose it could come in handy if you’ve had a particularly spicy curry for your dinner!

@MotorhomeCampervan Жыл бұрын

It's a matter of fitting everything into a small space. Quite a few VW campers have a similar arrangement

@andrea0307 2 жыл бұрын

Peter what have you done! My husband and I have been watching your reviews on You Tube for over a year, trying to decide whether we go Camper van or under 6.0m Motorhome and what was really missing from the Camper vans, the said fitted convenience, so almost made our mind up to definitely get a Motorhome! However now look what has been presented to us! I was a little unsure at first about the toilet placement, kitchen area and all that, but yeah the fact this vehicle looks super good quality in every other respect, it would work. The partition across was a great touch. However what the manufacture could have done is fitted a half moon shaped rail into the floor, in front of the toilet, so the partition came fully around, kind of blocking off the kitchen view whilst using the facility. Anyway now ummming and arrrhhing yet again following watching your many fantastic reviews about “what to do”. It does seem quite a lot of money, but at the end of the day I still believe you get what you pay for! This looks a “cracker” for sure! Love it! Thanks for your time in doing all the reviews you do, they are so helpful. 🙏 PS is there a PowerPoint to plug the Lavazza A Modo Mio or a small Microwave? 😌

@mindhealthworks1751 2 жыл бұрын

Worth looking at the Autohaus Camelot - integral loo too!

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, there's a 230V socket on the top of the counter, near the fridge. If you don't mind the canvas sides of the pop-top (not as warm in winter!), then this could be a good option for you. The quality is superb. Otherwise, you could go up a size to something like the Dreamer D51 that I reviewed. Thanks for your comments. Really appreciated.

@andrea0307 2 жыл бұрын

@@mindhealthworks1751 Thanks

@andrea0307 2 жыл бұрын

@@MotorhomeCampervan Thanks. We did enquire about a D51 but the Dealership advised it was a L/H drive so not available in the UK market and suggested the D55 as an alternative. Anyway thanks again.

@anncantle4489 Жыл бұрын

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@ghost70 2 жыл бұрын

Nice one ford great platfrom but its not worth a gold nugget which is what you willneed to be able to purchase one :(

@gordonross7638 2 жыл бұрын

Midge or mosquito mesh in pop-up?

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

It'll keep out mosquitos, not sure about midges

@richardhirst5798 2 жыл бұрын

We collected this van new in March. Loving it so far. Family of 4 with another potentially on the way so needed the 5 belted seats. Small enough to use as secondary vehicle for commuting to work and comfortable parking in most car parks when away. Note that the newer version has a few extra features to this van… new control console and can open the tailgate from inside for example. Mine is the 185ps auto with a few options and was discounted so less that £70k. Plus 0% finance for 3years saving ~£5k in interest. Couldn’t find a van within 2 years old with these features for the price we paid. With it being OEM I hope it will be reasonable with depreciation too - provided diesel doesn’t die off!! Defo not as cool as the VW and ride isn’t as smooth. The load flexibility of the sliding bench seat in the California is better but I’ve found our van is big enough - the space under the bench seat and under the kitchen is bigger than it appears in this video. Plus when it’s raining you can get everywhere in this van… was great to pack up in the dry on the last morning of our last trip out… Kids still up top and being able to make a brew stood up. Would have loved a VW but this layout works best for us.

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear from you and that you love your Nugget. I don't think you'll have an issue with depreciation as it's a great OEM camper with super build quality.

@richardhirst5798 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the comment. I forgot to mention that this is a great review of the camper. I struggled to find information about it before I ordered so it was nice to see this video and the good praise!

@allthingsnu4673 2 жыл бұрын

This is a really nice van... I wish they'd found a way to hide a shower inside.

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

I think that might be stretching the design too far and you'd need a bigger boiler and larger fresh water tank

@mikehart5496 Жыл бұрын

See the AutoSleeper Topaz! VW LWB Transporter with full bathroom. Sadly no longer made. It's hightop though and not really usable as anything other than a camper. Swings n roundabouts as always.

@louisehollyhead6807 Жыл бұрын

@@MotorhomeCampervan water tank at 40l is the same as a touring caravan barrel. We'll 45l for the barrel and a full shower doesn't use a full barrel but the difficulty would definitely be the 3l boiler. 8l and you get a decent shower but couldn't rinse my hair and wash with 8l. 3l would get you wet and not much more.

@markcreed9745 2 жыл бұрын

Starts at 70k!!! For that!! The world has gone mad!

@DAZSAVENTURESINWONDERLAND 2 жыл бұрын

yer i was looking and thinking REALLY ,what did it have, that was worth £70k, ive seen better designed self builds ,for a fraction of the money

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

Compare it with rivals. That's what a good campervan costs. Cheap compared with a Land Rover or many other SUVs!

@annamric6597 2 ай бұрын

Want one please, with hard high top = lovely.

@nagnag01 Жыл бұрын

The Connect is far superior, quality, reliability, drivability, interior feel, comfort everything. I own a 360,000 mile 2017 connect, and if you are spending a lot of time in your van, then there really is only 1 choice, Transit Connect

@MotorhomeCampervan Жыл бұрын

But none of the campervan converters use the Connect and Ford doesn't offer a Connect campervan. You can find a few VW Caddy campers if you want something that small, or Wheelhome's electric Vikenze

@barbaragalbreth4429 2 жыл бұрын

Why not in the USA?

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

Ask Ford!

@sil8127 Жыл бұрын

Trying to do too much imo. The toilet on show in the kitchen all the time is a bit strange. And two separate parts of the van seems strange if the weather isn’t so good. Smartly done though

@MotorhomeCampervan Жыл бұрын

If the weather isn't good, surely keeping the kitchen separate is better? - kids well away from hot pans...

@paulhornsey-pennell1931 10 ай бұрын

what is the appeal of getting something as small as this with less comfort comparing to a motorhome of similar price? i don't understand.

@MotorhomeCampervan 10 ай бұрын

It'll fit on roads where a bigger 'van won't, park easily in towns and could even replace a car as a daily driver

@revanslacey Жыл бұрын

No solar panels on the roof?

@MotorhomeCampervan Жыл бұрын

You could get them fitted by your dealer. Few campers like this have them as standard

@russellsmith6476 2 жыл бұрын

I'll stick to my vw 5.1 campervan and vw summer festivals

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

If you love the VW scene you won't want a Ford, I guess...

@beatonthedonis Жыл бұрын

You can have a sh*t and cook your breakfast at the same time.

@MotorhomeCampervan Жыл бұрын

If you must!

@peterhobbs7609 2 жыл бұрын

Very innovative and well made van Peter, very good review

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@studiosys 10 ай бұрын

Dont wish to be rude but how tall is the presenter ? He just seems very small against the van ? " The Ford Transit Custom has a height of 2m as standard. " So he is prob about 5ft 6ins ? Also its showing only an av mpg of 37 mpg ,, my " massive " 2010 , 2.3 litre, 6m "chausson lounge " was getting av 34 mpg , why is this brand new ford custom so poor mpg ?

@MotorhomeCampervan 10 ай бұрын

The presenter is 5ft 10in. MPG - brand-new van (Diesels perform better after 20k or so), lots of manoeuvring for photos/filming, also probably driven harder (working, not on hols!)

@howardmarkert8150 2 жыл бұрын

Hopefully next year they will have the eTransit version of this available; then no more need for a gas bottle simply put in an induction hob.

@MotorhomeCampervan 2 жыл бұрын

No confirmation from Ford yet. My gut feeling is you'll be looking more like a couple of years away

@davemacgregor8785 Жыл бұрын

Nice van but if it’s only got storage for one 😢

@MotorhomeCampervan Жыл бұрын

It's OK for a couple, I reckon, but a family would need to add a back box or something to increase storage

@brianiswrong 2 жыл бұрын

I would have liked soft close for the tailgate, and heck ford spoil me,for the sliding side doors aswell. And £70'000 but satnav as a cost option on a camper van seems a bit mean,when it comes as standard on a £20'000 ford fiesta.

@travelling_stephen 2 жыл бұрын

If you have a smartphone which most people do now days you don't need a built-in satnav

@BsYtHandle 2 жыл бұрын

It's because it's a campervan. Check out anything for sale in the campervan after market. Massively overpriced.

@dimitristsagdis7340 2 жыл бұрын

@@travelling_stephen mobs only work where you have mob signal. Sat have much more coverage. Of course you can download maps but that means memory and it is not uptodate,. And using your phone as a sat nav for prolonged periods is causing excessive wear to it (e.g. mob lens aperture, mob battery, overheating, etc.)

@travelling_stephen 2 жыл бұрын

@@dimitristsagdis7340 I used my mobile phone for years as a sat nav and never had any problems. I only ever used them for the last few miles they were always better to look on Google earth to see the property I was delivering to. And I always replaced my phone every 2 / 3 year's and i traveled between 1,500 and 2,500 thousand miles a week.

@N.California Жыл бұрын

My 5 bedroom, 3 bath, house in California, cost me $200,000k. So, Ford wants almost half the cost of a family house, for a van? And, oh boy, 2 sliding doors, well why didn't you say so in the beginning? Insane

@MotorhomeCampervan Жыл бұрын

Not sure what's insane about two sliding doors! Price is comparable with other campervans and a lot less than some "luxury" SUVs. Maybe things are cheaper in California?