Colin Hollywood
Active Member
My "hello" is a bit late, having already asked other members for some advice (and received great answers, thanks).
My wife and I decided we wanted a campervan sized vehicle rather than a full sized motorhome as we could use it for more everyday tasks as well as trips away.
After looking at the VW offerings, by chance we saw a MP in a Mercedes showroom nearby. We were impressed by the quality of the vehicle and that many features we wanted e.g. auto gearbox, were standard rather than an extra cost option.
After some shopping around for a decent price, we decided a new vehicle would cost little more than an "ex-demo" one. Responses from salesmen varied - from "we don't really discount because we are selling so many; more than all the other dealers in the south combined"...!, to those willing to see we were serious customers and keen to be the dealer we chose.
After extensive further research... and on Friday 13th!... we took the plunge, placing an order for a silver 250, with Comand, night heater, 360 camera, awning and retractable tow kit. We also liked the chunkier look of the 19" twin 5-spoke wheels and decided the black leather seats would be more practical. We achieved an <>8% discount. The only shock on the Order Form was the £830 first year Road Fund Licence!
With an estimated 3 months wait for delivery, we are now starting to compile the extras we need - a gas bottle has already been purchased, soon to be joined by hook-up cable, crockery, cutlery etc.
As newbies to the camping/caravanning world, we are looking forward to the adventure of our first trip in the MP and no doubt in the meantime will be asking members for further advice!
Colin and Mimi
My wife and I decided we wanted a campervan sized vehicle rather than a full sized motorhome as we could use it for more everyday tasks as well as trips away.
After looking at the VW offerings, by chance we saw a MP in a Mercedes showroom nearby. We were impressed by the quality of the vehicle and that many features we wanted e.g. auto gearbox, were standard rather than an extra cost option.
After some shopping around for a decent price, we decided a new vehicle would cost little more than an "ex-demo" one. Responses from salesmen varied - from "we don't really discount because we are selling so many; more than all the other dealers in the south combined"...!, to those willing to see we were serious customers and keen to be the dealer we chose.
After extensive further research... and on Friday 13th!... we took the plunge, placing an order for a silver 250, with Comand, night heater, 360 camera, awning and retractable tow kit. We also liked the chunkier look of the 19" twin 5-spoke wheels and decided the black leather seats would be more practical. We achieved an <>8% discount. The only shock on the Order Form was the £830 first year Road Fund Licence!
With an estimated 3 months wait for delivery, we are now starting to compile the extras we need - a gas bottle has already been purchased, soon to be joined by hook-up cable, crockery, cutlery etc.
As newbies to the camping/caravanning world, we are looking forward to the adventure of our first trip in the MP and no doubt in the meantime will be asking members for further advice!
Colin and Mimi
The literature and information from MB detailing the differences between the auxiliary heater and the NIGHT auxiliary heater seem pretty thin on the ground TBH. What made you decide for the night version out of interest? Many thanks, Graham
