Swift BaseCamp

It's addressing a section of the market that has been missed.

From our point of view the Knaus does what we want it to do better but if you want or need something closer to uk spec then this is a very good option.

The Basecamp seems quite a bit lighter than the Knaus, it would tow behind a car with a 1000kg towing limit whereas the Knaus, or most Eribas wouldn't. Lunar Ariva is also in this weight - price - size segment too.

We're getting the BaseCamp sometime in November and plan to get away in it asap. Looking forward to trying out all the gadgets and the awning.

Will keep you posted.

Did it arrive on time? Have you usedit? If not why not? Update please 

It's addressing a section of the market that has been missed.

From our point of view the Knaus does what we want it to do better but if you want or need something closer to uk spec then this is a very good option.

The Basecamp seems quite a bit lighter than the Knaus, it would tow behind a car with a 1000kg towing limit whereas the Knaus, or most Eribas wouldn't. Lunar Ariva is also in this weight - price - size segment too.

Weight isn't an issue for us hence me saying the knaus would be better for us. Potential 450kg payload in the Knaus. Four times the payload of the basecamp. 

If we move to a crossover then payload will be critical. We want a toy tugger.

I really like the basecamp and would consider one for solo trips but having two vans may be a luxury too far 

It's addressing a section of the market that has been missed.

From our point of view the Knaus does what we want it to do better but if you want or need something closer to uk spec then this is a very good option.

The Basecamp seems quite a bit lighter than the Knaus, it would tow behind a car with a 1000kg towing limit whereas the Knaus, or most Eribas wouldn't. Lunar Ariva is also in this weight - price - size segment too.

Weight isn't an issue for us hence me saying the knaus would be better for us. Potential 450kg payload in the Knaus. Four times the payload of the basecamp. 

If we move to a crossover then payload will be critical. We want a toy tugger.

I really like the basecamp and would consider one for solo trips but having two vans may be a luxury too far 

We have two!  One in France, and one here!  Our French caravan is a year 2000 Swift, and the one here is a 2007 Adria.  Luxury indeed!

We're getting the BaseCamp sometime in November and plan to get away in it asap. Looking forward to trying out all the gadgets and the awning.

Will keep you posted.

Hope all goes well and we get the facts on living with it.

Just seen this on the Swift website

https://www.swiftbasecamp.co.uk

No doubt the naysayer dinosaurs will be along to rubbish the very thought. There will be no where to fit the mattress topper and 32" TV & Sat Dish for goodness sake.
 

 But I think Swift should be applauded for recognising the change that will be upon us before we know it. And the need to engage a younger clientele with ever smaller, lighter tow cars.

 Whether we like it or not, this is the future, not getting bigger
8ft wide indeed !

Well done Swift.  

Now, where did I leave my surfboard and bike ?

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Write your comments here...dont like to be a damp squib here BUT over the last 10 years or so there have been several FUN Caravans like this bought out, are they still being made ?? NO, because the target customer in most cases dont have the spare cash to buy them, rent them perhaps.I dont expect it to be around in 5 years or so.....any bets ?

These trendy vans will have to compete with Eriba  Tab and Knaus....all superbly built evolved over several decades....I agree with rayjsj..they will not be in fashion for long..Nothing Swift build will come close in terms of durability altho I note they have adopted their own version of the Hymer pual type of construction for these fashion items. 

Tj

I don't see them as fashion items 

They are aimed squarely at a particular market that is not catered for very well. Toy tuggers are available but not common in the uk  

Where the basecamp falls down is the load carrying ability but I guess it could be replated. 

Watched the advert and it's aimed as a lifestyle choice mainly for younger outdoorsy people.  Even if I was alone and wanted a smaller van I don't think I would consider it

These trendy vans will have to compete with Eriba  Tab and Knaus....all superbly built evolved over several decades....I agree with rayjsj..they will not be in fashion for long..Nothing Swift build will come close in terms of durability altho I note they have adopted their own version of the Hymer pual type of construction for these fashion items. 

Tj

Not sure you are correct. The Base Camp is aimed at the Surf and Fun which seems to be a new market and many of the people involved do have the money. The people involved are unlikaly to go for the Eriba which does not have the style they want. It is largely aimed at a market that values style above all else and quality is a very poor second to appearance and ease of purchase. My feeling is the style and far larger dealer availability will work in its favour over the immediate competitors.