young thomas replied on 03/09/2017 07:32
Posted on 03/09/2017 07:32
for 2018, Swift have lumped all their Bolero and Bessacarr models together in one range....Bessacarr.
some have been stretched (again) to produce a 'cheaper' version of the Kon Tiki, with some layouts at 8.11m.....now, thats a lot of van...
incredibly, they are marketing this lump with a std 3500kg chassis, which, with the obvious option of the 150bhp engine and auto box, leaves a 'payload' (i use the term loosely) of under 200kg.
now, some caravanners might think thats a decent amount BUT this does not include ANY other juicy options (satellite, twin batteries, bike rack, tow bar etc) NOR ANY water, nor passenger, not camping gear nor ANYTHING....
not only that, looking at the huge rear overhang and the rear water tank, its likely the rear axle limit will be close to being exceeded before the first passenger sets foot in the van.
certainly adding anything at the rear (water, 'stuff'', bikes/rack etc) will render this van useless before its turned a wheel....
its not good Swift offering a chassis upgrade (which they dont, youd have to do it yourself.....) if the 3.5t carrot has cost someone £60k+ for a van they dont have the license to drive....
this seems to me to be wholly irresponsible marketing which will end in heartbreak for the unwary.
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