Beautiful motorhome, but those lithium batteries underneath the coach are going to get stolen and they are going to get very cold or very hot.
@truthseeker94542 жыл бұрын
You are so right. People here are stealing catalytic converters from under cars IN THE OWNERS DRIVEWAYS, and they are worth much less for the risk than those batteries.
@brianbarton52682 жыл бұрын
Yes, those batteries will not last due to cold & heat if they are not stolen.
@nickkatknight2 жыл бұрын
It looks good from the outside, period. No van is worth a quarter million.
@aca28552 жыл бұрын
Truth
@JennRazo2 жыл бұрын
I was going to make a meaningful comparison to the Ekko, but the price kills that. I can't see any logistic reason to pay 70000 more, other than maybe the 4 wheel drive. But honestly, the younger crowd who is looking for the most intense off-road experience is not looking for this at this price. As a 47 year old, looking for something small and versatile, I am looking at the Ekko or the Leisure Travel Van.
@angela149620022 жыл бұрын
Well...it's nice, but as far as the best Class B, I still haven't seen one that compares to the Leasure travel vans, other than some custom vans. ...But I do love all the bells and whistles that come with that Class B.
@BhaaskarDesai2 жыл бұрын
Yes I agree. Leisure Travel Vans are great.
@debbieyoung22912 жыл бұрын
would also rather have the twin beds or murphy bed
@csmith91892 жыл бұрын
Pricey!! I drive a MWAD Legend L4 21 ft. no shower but I'm a day tripper to my grandkids tournaments or only overnight for 1 night. I wish I had an awning and screen with electric door. I'm looking for a Mercedes 19' 4x4, but must have a rear bath for ease of washing with a hose each time I empty the black tank. #1- I love the electric side door with screen. #2 I love the awning. #3 the lithium batteries. #1 dislike is the dark inside. #2 is the bathroom placement. #3 is the sofa beds always need a mattress topper which means you always have the sofa in the bed position. Great review
@tparvpro9832 жыл бұрын
Are you still looking for a Mercedes Sprinter 19ft 4x4?
@christucker76882 жыл бұрын
Grech Starda-ion with Lithionics Lithium Batteries (12V) 1,260 Amp Hour / 16,128 Watt Hour is the best B van in the world hands down
@Lostcause19742 жыл бұрын
Love the sliding screen door.
@DavidMontgomery12 жыл бұрын
Expensive, but nice. A great van for solo driver who want to be incognito. The interior is too dark even for me - and I’m okay with dark for most interiors. I prefer the model on the extended chassis with the longer wheelbase. The lithium batteries need to be kept inside so they can be kept warm secure. This model is definitely not suited for winter. But the fit and finish is excellent. A quality rig for sure.
@bryanbreeden18022 жыл бұрын
Matt , I disagree with you. the best floor plan is when the bathroom is in the back. Way more room to shower and do your business. Everyone has there likes though, to each there own. Love your channel. Keep up the great work.
@stevez3402 жыл бұрын
I’m sorry, but if the best $250,000😳Class B in the world has a 1 burner cooktop, a mini sink and fridge, a bed that you have to make every night with no place to store your bedding during the day and completely exposed very expensive lithium ion batteries then I’m going to have to pass in a BIG way🙄
@mateocafe452 жыл бұрын
I agree with your comment! Also, lithium-ion batteries are notorious for catching fire and even blowing up! Very dangerous technology in an RV, in my view!
@robertott26312 жыл бұрын
Yeah this should at least have 2 burners and a bigger sink., what the heck.
@arisdaddy20012 жыл бұрын
@@mateocafe45 check your chemistry. These lithium batteries are different from Tesla batteries. Fire risk is essentially zero. They belong inside the coach for protection.
@verneashqproductions2 жыл бұрын
NOT for me. Batteries are exposed, hope it's not raining or puddles on highway. Bathroom could be couple inches wider so you can fit your butt in there. Is that leather on the seats and bed? If so, even with A/C on and sheets on bed, you're gonna sweat, making uncomfortable sleep, in my opinion. If it's vinyl then that would be worse. Sorry, I will have to pass on this one. But, good job reviewing.
@dalydegagne18392 жыл бұрын
@@arisdaddy2001 There's a reason airlines want your electronics in your carryon and not in checked baggage, and that reason is fire risk, albeit a small risk.
@dgnewlito2 жыл бұрын
Hey Matt. It's lumbar support NOT Lombard
@classyhoodrat34112 жыл бұрын
This.is.it! I have been looking for exactly this! I like the dark interior bc I suffer from a few illnesses that make me sensitive to light. Normally I would scoff at a wet bath, but that one is nice - with a porcelain toilet?! I’m only 5’3, so this is soooo perfect for me and my pibble to see the country! Now I just gotta find 3 jobs to pay for it.
@pennylynch44712 жыл бұрын
Not for me, but I sure hope those massage seats become a norm for all RV's! Matt, you have got to get microphones. It is hard to hear you when you turn away, add the traffic noise and if you aren't within 2' facing the camera, you've lost a lot of us. Oh, and I don't need to text directly right away 😉
@pennylynch44712 жыл бұрын
Well, at least it's a different comment
@RoadArtAdventure2 жыл бұрын
Andrea! Love the dress!
@tjjump63432 жыл бұрын
Love ya Matt, but no Mercedes-Benz van is the best class b. Most luxurious sure, but does luxury make it the best? Many Promasters are half that price. Ford's have close to the same amenities and can get fixed at most garages.
@classyhoodrat34112 жыл бұрын
But….Ford. Lol I personally prefer the luxury , unfortunately I have champagne taste and tap water money.
@arisdaddy20012 жыл бұрын
Mercedes Sprinters are notorious for DEF fails that cut off the engine, leaving you stranded to avoid pollution.
@jamnee Жыл бұрын
This van is very tight, especially in the bathroom. I like the longer versions better. However the quality is superb in this unit.
@nancyadamson67552 жыл бұрын
It's a great looking rig and I'm glad you are showing how small it is inside. I think I would buy a class b+ or a class c. I appreciate your reviews
@gailsfoodandstuff2 жыл бұрын
i would switch out the tires with mich, vs bf, as bf (per my experience) are slippery but mich grab the road better in rain, etc.
@machine_learning_engineering2 жыл бұрын
Been contemplating between Leisure Travel Vans Unity (Class B+), which is ~25ft v.s. Wingamm Oasi 540 (17.75ft), Wingamm Oasi 610 (20ft). Oasi is pricey in the USA compared to the European models, but there's some benefits of a camper that is smaller than a standard parking spot in the US (19ft). It would be great if Matt did a review for the Wingamm Oasi 540 & 610 GL. By far the most spacious 17 footer I've seen.
@iglapsu882 жыл бұрын
Don't like the auto side door. Something else to break. Agree that batteries should be inside not hanging beneath the chassis.
@judgetoogood1033 Жыл бұрын
Oh my god they can count to there. Simply amazing..
@51ghostrecon2 жыл бұрын
This RV is Jus Rite for everyday commute. I ❤️ It 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
@TwiffaWV2 жыл бұрын
Love your bird of paradise dress!
@TeacherTonya742 жыл бұрын
So excited to see you showing an American Coach. I really like the D4/D6 models, but this one is really cool too!!!
@sherriweber71052 жыл бұрын
My dislikes are when you get up from the bed you could bump your head on the storage ceiling unit. Toilet not porcelain. The back door not having storage space. Love the large sink the bed looks comfortable. The heated seats up front and the big sink. This is a great class B. Bathroom is nice size. Thank you Matt and Andrea!
@truthseeker94542 жыл бұрын
14:45 - It IS a porcelain toilet.
@sherriweber71052 жыл бұрын
@@truthseeker9454 So sorry I was wrong! I thought I wasn’t!
@truthseeker94542 жыл бұрын
@@sherriweber7105 No worries! I just didn't want you or others to miss Matt's comment. 😀
@cherjohnson58072 жыл бұрын
Thank you👍
@Darrellsrelm2 жыл бұрын
The grech van is much nicer. The outside is more streamlined than the patriot or airstream vans. You should review the Gretch coach in your near future.
@mshinrockford12 жыл бұрын
I agree. Grech seems to going after this same "luxury" Class B buyer, and their Strada Ion seems a tad nicer than both the American Patriot and the Airsteam Interstate.
@bekindtopets2 жыл бұрын
Dislike the battery pack under the rig vs. Inside. Reason is it will get easily hit. A similar problem with the winnebago Travado
@LALew8502 жыл бұрын
Thanks Matt and Andrea for another great RV review! Dislike #1 19’ is too small, dark and all for 249K. Like ac that can run off solar? Wow, maybe it works because it is such a small space? Mercedes chassis is a great drive. I can not even begin to comprehend spending $249,000.00 on this tiny, dark class B.
@flyingfree34222 жыл бұрын
Love the videos, but y'all really should consider investing in a remote mic setup for your camera. In addition to helping in the noise here, it would be useful for all the times you complain about not being able to record in the wind.
@dfwvtxman2 жыл бұрын
For rich people it might be ok, but for us normal folk, it's wayyyyy to $$.
@silverback35212 жыл бұрын
This feels like a touring coach for someone who doesn’t like to fly but will be using this to spend nights at the 4 Seasons while they travel on the road. I would purchase strictly for a business expense
@scottdupertuis19112 жыл бұрын
Hey Matt & Andrea, we’re looking at RV’s again. It’s weird, but we are looking at B vans. I am still hung up about the small wet baths. That’s one of the reasons why we like the Tiffin Wayfarer with the rear bath. If you have recommendations for a class C in the 25’ size with a larger bath room, we would be very interested. Some of the B’s have small slides so would like your opinion on a B with a slide…. Thanks for all ya’ll do.
@draigwolf36272 жыл бұрын
like it overall but the openness of where the batteries are would not be good for dirt gravel roads. imagine tho if they ever put a slide-out in these units it might make the price tag worth it .
@wilddog92 жыл бұрын
I'm not even a huge fan of Class Bs, but I still gotta watch for Matt and Andrea's energy!
@cherjohnson58072 жыл бұрын
It’s nice it’s 4X4👍
@RalphSanabria2 жыл бұрын
Matt and Ondrea you guys work really hard I like the way you get around the RVs and explained everything really cool😄
@NerdyFamily2 жыл бұрын
Love this class b. Looks like something great for my family of 5 for cross state trips when we are not going to be sleeping in the rv but as a long driving rig.
@ftkinsella2 жыл бұрын
I love this van but I don’t think it’s built for the Canadian climate. Cheers 🍻
@souettequinn46632 жыл бұрын
Okay class...let's say this together now...."One quarter of a million dollars."
@derekh39782 жыл бұрын
For that price, I'd take the Grech Strada-ion. More upscale with a bigger fridge.
@brianlawliss10802 жыл бұрын
I like it for Weekend Trips!
@brendagrothier9672 жыл бұрын
Prefer the twin bed model class b motor homes.
@sisken122 жыл бұрын
Love the van idea, but just not enough room in there.
@robin65642 жыл бұрын
Price is insane. These manufacturers need to stop being so ridiculous and stop price gouging. This is exactly why many people build out there own. I have to say I am disgusted.😡
@lindabarbeau71352 жыл бұрын
I agree to dark, love your dress Andrea
@aca28552 жыл бұрын
Please, do a full review on 2023 Ford tranquillity 19PT, SPECIAL ON THE QUALITY IF WORK!!!!! THANKS
@shauncronin39612 жыл бұрын
Those batteries need protection the ladder needs to be removable and all these units need better security features
@truthseeker94542 жыл бұрын
19:43 - MSRP. You're welcome.
@curtiscrump71532 жыл бұрын
A great day trip van to the hotel. Cramped but expected. Having an emergency toilet and the ability to make quick meal at a rest stop is great. The price however is outrageous. You are in mid to hitch class c with some smaller class a that you can actually move around in and not want to throw the passenger out the auto side door.
@dp5232 жыл бұрын
What is the cargo carrying capacity?
@BamaTraveller2 жыл бұрын
I like the elevated ground clearance, the front end appearance, and the roof rack. I dislike that Andrea bumped her head!🤕 I did notice rear storage is greatly reduced when the bed is deployed. Lastly, I think this set-up would look much better with a black tubular step, like the one on that RV behind it.
@ladysphenoid76852 жыл бұрын
MSRP is crazy for that!
@nabeelkhalid15052 жыл бұрын
dear American coach. if you are making it 4x4 please don't put these lower body kits so no one can use it off-road tension free while off roading
@arisdaddy20012 жыл бұрын
Looks good but Coach House Arriva is better. True shower, not a Wet Bath!
@navajasrs24022 жыл бұрын
I don't know Matt. I'm not seeing how this is markedly better than a Roadtrek. Or even, at al better than a Roadtrek.
@marilyndsmith53872 жыл бұрын
Beautiful but tight. I dislike the cabinet that holds the TV because you lose the use of the seat that is there, all of the units made like this needs to be thought out and redesigned.
@lkayh2 жыл бұрын
I guess there are squabbles about whether the Leisure Travel vans are Class B or C, but in terms of layout/floor space and use of that space, it looks and feels like a Class B, and I still prefer their Wonder Rear Twin to any other option I’ve seen. It even comes in a bit less at $188k, but you’ll have to wait for one. Oh, and the 2023 models are going to get rid of the step down into the cab-it’s all the same level, which is going to be a lot nicer.
@sweater01152 жыл бұрын
Those batteries being outside is a bad idea. I would swap out any batteries on a motorhome with lithium (although I wish manufacturers would do this to start, since they're not much more expensive and since they can run down to 20% rather than 50%, you don't need as many for the same amount of power) but they need a small space inside to be usable outside the small market that wants to stay in the south all year. We need a bigger cue taken from the #vanlife community and how they streamline their designs and make them beautiful cottages on wheels.
@debbietaylor80912 жыл бұрын
ALMOST 200k subs. Keep up the good work ❤️sliding screen door ❤️tires and rims ❤️inside color ❤️very nice, but to small for me right now 😡agree about storage 😡no were to prepare food
@debbietaylor80912 жыл бұрын
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@truthseeker94542 жыл бұрын
@@debbietaylor8091 It's a scam, Debbie. Don't fall for it. I'm seeing more of these the last few days and I'm reporting them as often as I see them.
@DavidPanda4172 жыл бұрын
"Just like driving a van" That is because it is a van! 🤣
@DivaEsquire2 жыл бұрын
I think we should start a drinking game and take a shot every time he says “Andrea!” Lol. I’d be smashed in 5 minutes lmao
@Robert_Preston2 жыл бұрын
Would you guys buy some mics already...
@terryrosendahl31732 жыл бұрын
Likes: 1) solar 2) size 3) onboard bathroom Dislikes: 1) too dark inside 2) MSRP 3) Not an actual full bed
@ibdaffy2 жыл бұрын
$175,000 grand??? Given the price of diesel and the cost of parts and to service a MB, you can keep it! Give me an AWD Ford with the dual turbo V-6, now.
@robertott26312 жыл бұрын
I would pay 300,000 for this, it’s great
@anthonysilva81832 жыл бұрын
Matt, what is the best number to reach you at. I have some qurstions for you, and rather speak to you offline. Thanks Tony
@capnkrik12 жыл бұрын
Beautiful!
@TwiffaWV2 жыл бұрын
Wow! Expensive!
@Schaefman20092 жыл бұрын
Love B's, B+ and small C.... but at $249k...... nope.
@cherjohnson58072 жыл бұрын
Bigger than a car👍
@quickeagle73082 жыл бұрын
WY too expensive for a dark small unit with no storage
@shirleygorre60032 жыл бұрын
Class B's are so crazy expensive. Can you get the price down to $190k? Wait until you have your Diesel Mercedes serviced $$$ or worked on $$$$.
@kat5kan2 жыл бұрын
Matt and Andrea thank you for the awesome video! I just have one comment. For a man who is Big and tall most RV'S simply put JUST DOESN'T CUT IT! At 6'2 I ALWAYS look at the drivers seat. In this video, the drivers seat was a MAJOR FAIL. That wall behind dthe drivers seat allowed of zero compensation! Shame ON MERCEDES for charging such an amount and NOT allowing the Driver the option to slide back the seat. I am a professional driver, and to ME THIS IS ALWAYS A FAIL, just like your porcelain toilet! Koodos to you both for the great content you are producing.
@KPD0172 жыл бұрын
I watched a video of a converted school bus the other day and it was a taller one, the owner was 6’2” also. He converted it for $45k and he has a full size kitchen, two beds, so much more. This van is way too pricey.
@DavidMontgomery12 жыл бұрын
A school bus ain’t no Mercedes. 😀
@Gladiator2020 Жыл бұрын
I like everything but the price!
@littlerascal61122 жыл бұрын
Why don’t you use the RV ladder anymore?
@travellingslim2 жыл бұрын
Said many times with these things, I can't believe there's a market for these luxury B's with body kits. It's a rolling contradiction! Those K02 tires are good but with the body kit you're not going much further off the beaten path than your local KOA's potentially-maybe-gravel-flat-road. So cramped inside and so expensive. They chose the short chassis but I guarantee pretty much all of these will be at RV Parks/KOA sites that can fit 40ft'ers anyway (plus hookups, making the lithium a waste) or the parking lot of a hotel. The lithium batteries outside are a big no-no if you ever plan to be in weather outside of 40f-90f. Doesn't even look like there's heating pads on them.
@danieltaylor33962 жыл бұрын
The van doesn't have a body kit but does have a front spoiler/lip.
@travellingslim2 жыл бұрын
@@danieltaylor3396 Just semantics really. Front spoiler, massive steps on passenger side hanging down which is molded for visuals and below chassis level as opposed to a standard running board flush with the chassis and bolted in, and on drivers side there's extra trim pieces added as well. Instead of all those words, I just say body kit =-) Either way, they all hurt approach angle, ground clearance, and turn any owner into a timid mouse on anything other than flat pavement.
@judgetoogood1033 Жыл бұрын
I will take two, at 12,000 dollars apiece.
@larrygalario54572 жыл бұрын
Aloha 👫❤. Been Following you both in the Beinging of the Pendemic World ! Love the Videos and in the Future I'll Contacted You as My Sales Representative ! Wanna Travel on the Mainland on my Early Retirement ! But got my Home Base On Hawaii !!! Mahalo 🤙🤙❤
@manimalworks74242 жыл бұрын
5 inch ground clearance?!
@Lostcause19742 жыл бұрын
I don't like the back. It looks like the full back isn't open as high as the doors.
@sarahj.83722 жыл бұрын
You two are so cute
@tweedyfeng12462 жыл бұрын
Hey, you miss one part: You can call, you can email....HAHA
@JohnnyC100719592 жыл бұрын
Seriously, at 00:22 you say it is 2023 and the text on screen indicates 2022. Which? Damn nice B-van, love to see it in a long wheel-base version Likes 1. Love the front and side cameras 2. 3. Dislikes: 1. 2. 3.
@kdub22242 жыл бұрын
Matt, Not even an argument? I would like to poke a bit and throw Leisure Travel Vans (LTV) into the argument. LTV is a far better unit in every imaginable way. The only argument is throwing out the “Ya but the LTV is a Class B+”.
@kathleenkendrick90342 жыл бұрын
I love you and your reviews but I don't care much for the class B's....
@melvinchamberlin8232 жыл бұрын
Now you just lost a copilot see everybody she going to fall asleep in that chair have a good one Matt
@lindakurman86422 жыл бұрын
Nope. I’d be claustrophobic in there. I like the rear bath better although I’m not a fan of class B. Nope
@marydrueke60342 жыл бұрын
the price the price price
@djmpj41662 жыл бұрын
I just don't know why anyone would spend that kind of money on this. You know what a nice A or C you could get in the same price range. This is just slightly better than a pop up...lol
@capnkrik12 жыл бұрын
Matt, she has a dress on!
@blairkinsman34772 жыл бұрын
HEATED MASSAGE SEATS 🇺🇸 AMERICA !!! .:. great 👍🏽 cockpit; great chassis features 👍🏽 4x4 combo roof rack with ladder; batteries / electrical 👍🏽good setup .:. I’m 6’ tall 👎🏽 I would smack my head; it’s tight 👎🏽 I did prefer the B’s with a bunk (pop tent) on the roof; and I’d option the 👎🏽lightest colour interior that they had .:. THe MSRP would pull me into a really nice (and bigger) class C - sorry AC
@RS5DAN2 жыл бұрын
Show America WHAT ? 🙈😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
@norskyg2 жыл бұрын
$250k for a class b is ridiculous
@mateocafe452 жыл бұрын
I know! The price is insane! Way to small too! Apparently, the Cass B is popular! I don't get it. Smh!
@capnkrik12 жыл бұрын
$250K, wow
@robertott26312 жыл бұрын
That’s cheap., I’m gonna buy 3 of them
@milanmali90132 жыл бұрын
I don't think this is even close to being the best B.
@jerrybloemendaal87612 жыл бұрын
Not enuff cabinets
@richardsmith41872 жыл бұрын
Matt You have to get a lapel microphone for your videos, the wind and traffic noise makes it very difficult to hear at times. The van looks very nice and being on a Mercedes Sprinter makes it even better. I like the layout. Also it would be nice if you mention the location of the dealership you are reviewing the units at.
@larryhudson39302 жыл бұрын
Class V. Wouldn't ever consider one regardless of price. foflmao at price.
@sevagapkarian46992 жыл бұрын
The Winnebago Travato K much better class b than this.
@snowlosh44012 жыл бұрын
I have a very stupid question...what the heck is a stinky slinky