Lunar Ariva - good choice?

I don't know much about the lunar ariva although I did consider one like your selves having a small tow car. We went for a Freedom Jetstream. We loved it and sometimes wished we still had it but moved onto  a much bigger van for the grandson's.

Had an Ariva 2012 model for the last four years and had no problems at all,great little van that tows really well.

Thank you Jayvee, that's encouraging 

Thank you Frank Gill.  I hadn't come across the Freedom vans. I think it might be a bit too small for us but will definitely take a look at the NEC show as a possible option.

 

Many thanks for taking the time to reply.

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Perhaps you might want to consider one of the smaller Eriba's. They certainly are well-built and will allay your fears about damp. They hold their price though and cost more than your average UK van although equally you could look at an older one knowing it is a quality build.

There aren't many around but one of the first incarnation Adria Action vans is worth a look. It's just been relaunched for this year. I was really amazed by how well the layout worked. 

However there are plenty of good vans around in the second hand market. Damp isn't inevitable. 

We met a couple who had an Ariva and swore by it. They considered it well constructed, comfortable and ideal for there needs.  They also had a lightweight awning.  They towed it with a 1.6 Ford Focus and travelled all over the continent.  Hope it all works out for you.

We had an Ariva for three years and the its still fhe ONLY caravan or motorhome we have never had a problem with!  

Thank you so much everyone for the comments. I'm pleased withe positive comments about the Ariva, and will definitely look at the other suggestions as well. Really appreciate you a!l taking the time to reply.

I hate to burst your bubble and it may be models later than the one you are looking at but a friend and someone I met on a site had terrible trouble with a Leaky Luna (Ariva) so do make sure you get it well checked out for damp.  Have you thought of a folding caravan or trailer tent - although I think these could be difficult solo.