Possibly my favourite motorhome. Hymer MLT560

The Hymer MLT560 is possibly my favourite motorhome although there are plenty of other motorhomes which come close. Find out why in the video!
I live in my motorhome full time and travel around Europe in it. I spend most of my time in Poland, Germany and Italy. Vanlife is my life.
In my KZbin channel, I present reviews of recreational vehicles. Here you will find campervans and motorhomes from the cheapest camper vans to the most expensive luxury liners, from various companies including Hobby, Hymer, Carthago, Westfalia, Wingamm, La Strada, Clever Vans, Pössl, Bürstner, Niesmann Bischoff, Action Mobil, Reisemobil Manufaktur, Robeta, Trigano, Challenger, EuraMobil, Laika, Forster, Mobilvetta Design, Affinity, Globe Traveller, Benimar, Roller Team, Adria, Tourne, Megamobil, VW, Mercedes, CS, Renault, Ford, Fiat, Carado, Sunlight, Baileys, Chausson, Balcamp, Knaus, Weinsberg and others.
I cover equipment, including 12v electrical equipment and talk a lot about lithium batteries.
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[@Chefm4477]

I couldn't agree more! In my opinion the Hymer 560/580 (Twin Beds) run circles around their USA counterparts. The basic innovative design of the "Elevated Sleeping Area," we like the Twin beds version, makes it possible for a tremendous Garage area underneath for Bikes etc. The German quality/engineering is another reason these models are separated from other models! When I first saw these models a year ago, I contacted Hymer and tried to buy one for our use. The plan was to take delivery, in Europe, building on one of the last run of US Spec Sprinters built in Germany and then travel around Europe for an extended period of time documening the experience in the RV magazines and KZbin Videos. Obviously, the RV would have to be adapted to USA standard/Specs but the Chassis would have been a US Sprinter. Sadly, Hymer wasn't interested. LTV now make a version of using this idea, but unfortunately forgot to add the quality and Sprinter chassis.

[@frankmordechai1728]

instaBlaster...

[@chrisborgmotorhome]

This Hymer motorhome will clearly end up on the favorite list. Only 674 cm long and 222 cm wide but still a large wardrobe, large shower and a large garage. Thanks Alan.

[@VanlifewithAlan]

Thanks for watching Chris!

[@jss4082]

Adria twin 40k less!

[@barbara0509123]

Ok so I have decided this is my favourite van. I Love it. That garage is amazing, all that room for bikes etc. and all the shelves. Wow.

[@marinusscholtz9342]

Stunning. I agree with you.!

[@Coins_4_Flip]

I loved it. The only change I would make is get rid of that (what looked to be) uncomfortable seat behind the drivers seat, and table. Put in much nicer driver and passenger seats, much more padding, something more of recliner comfort when you have them spun around. Just have a pole table that both those seats can share, much smaller, maybe 3x2 rectangle, or round.

[@colleenkaralee2280]

I saw this and the trailer at an RV show and I loved the color of the wood work.

[@brianschott8162]

Sure, the Europeans get these quality RV vehicles, while we still deal with the same ole crap here in the USA.

[@LoctusX2]

Leisure has really great rv's. They have cool videos on YT check them out

[@IMP3TIGO]

Oh man, totally agree brother! So sick of the same old S___ in the U.S. where you have to pay exorbitant prices to get a lame MB Sprinter Class B like an Airstream or other (worse) brand conversion like Pleasure Way, Winnebago, etc. that all have the same silly layout with the same lame folding sofabed, microwaves, wet bath, two TVs, etc., while in Europe you pay less and get so much more. I thought Hymer was getting into the NA market when they bought RoadTrek (I can't remember exactly what went down)... hope they do and hope they bring this and the Grand Canyon S with them!

[@gasgas2689]

Once at a show I looked at a new US hugemobile. I lifted a bed cushion and a 12' long splinter in the wooden bed frame sticking out nearly pierced the artery in my leg. The tassels over the side window were falling off. I ran away to get my safety equipment before I dared venture into another one.

[@LMCdaSilva]

Fantastic motorhome

[@wendythompson1529]

I like this one. Great for my dog and I

[@familygofast2058]

Super Alan 👍👌👌👌 Le 560 LT Avec le lit transversale est vraiment super bien agencé, les équipements et les rangements, il y a tout ce qu’il faut là où il faut et franchement, je suis d’accord avec toi, certainement l’un des meilleurs camping-car compact que j’ai vu 👀 😉👌

[@foxmulder6674]

Nice set up thanks for the tour

[@xavier9oct]

Niiiiice !!!I am just starting to seriously thinking about the whole idea of travelling around like that the last 2 weeks. After my (litle) reseach I've been thinking that a sprinter 4x4 hymer could be the best option to me... And here it comes this video :-) Great! :-)

[@flyontop]

Alan saludos! Another great video. I do hope you get it!

[@duncanwallace7760]

Ive been eyeing off this beautiful one for a while now... but so exe!

[@lizchukwu2626]

LMAO 😂 the best comment so far👍🏽

[@joev2553]

Very nice van liked it because it has a large refrigerator and large bathroom very nice haven’t seen one like it here in the U.S

[@MISSIONRIDERMOTOVLOG]

beautiful camper van

[@pbawake6866]

Love it!

[@SteadyShadow]

cool stuff dude, straight forward and some joke there too, good stuff to watch.

[@mtbgo7860]

Nice!

[@JCZ2601NL]

🇳🇱NL. for me it remains a great camper nice and compact.👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🍀❤️

[@florence2712]

I find these ‘German layout’ vans all the same. Not a bad lounge (Strangely the TV bracket usually behind you by the door. Minute kitchen and pointless oven, yet a large fridge. Ridiculously massive high bed, just to give you an enormous garage. I’d rather have a lower, better sized bed. And that gap to get through in to the bed, heck! Not easy to access at all.

[@G-ra-ha-m]

"a lower, better sized bed" The 'Clever 540' has a low bed. As for TV - I think you really just need a van with a large pocket above the cab - store it in there on something soft and then pull it out and hook it on the ledge with a good DIY bracket for watching from the dinette and kitchen.. I think a 32" would fit in there OK.

[@magnoliabranca5149]

Steve Chandler loose some weight

[@Max-Bliss]

Nice van !

[@briancurran1140]

Nice

[@pohanahawaii]

❤ the curved cabinets and bathroom!

[@ellenkellett6529]

This is my favourite motorhome this Hymer

[@ugurbagci777]

Emeğinize, bilginize, birikiminize ve yüreğinize sağlık...

[@shughalonly4724]

Thanks a lot for the review ...indeed amazing ...can you guide about any with 02 bed options along with off roading

[@krs4976]

Gotta be the 570 crossover for me 😎

[@bstr-ey6wl]

normally I hate wood in RV , but this one is gorgeous.

[@nickjury5198]

My favourite wagon also Alan👍 However I was told last year that Hymer would not be continuing the 4x4 AND they would not be doing any more Mercedes 560's😧😩... So I bought the new Mercedes sprinter van which I am converting myself... Had I not paid the slightest notice of what the Hymer dealer was saying OR just knew it was a means of them trying to sell me one of there last seasons vehicles I would have waited and got this one👍... if I was thinking of getting a Hymer now I would have gone to this show and seen what they have for sale, their new line up, then order it there NOT go to the UK dealers first, big mistake. However that is one pricey model😧 BUT it is a Hymer AND a Mercedes 4x4 so it's not really really expensive just a little expensive👍😂

[@aaronwalderslade]

I've always loved the Hymermobiles. But I like the classic class A ones. Massive seating area at the back and bed over the cab.

[@FrankiesFancy]

Quite expensive for a van that only sleeps two. Nice and cozy tho. I like how the front seats are incorporated into the dining area. Nice.

[@rrain3375]

Price CDN $100,000. Few things I would change. Dining bench did not show under bench storage by pulling up the bench cushion access was a little cubby.

[@catherinesegovia3255]

This is a beautiful van with a nice price. There’s nothing in America that’s this nice for that price or any price in a class b. This is only around $79,000 and I haven’t found anything in America for less than $100,000. I love the storage and that a spare tire is included. I haven’t found a USA class b model with a spare tire. I don’t like cassette toilet but I would put up with it for this model. I’m going to wait for the Panoramic class b van that’s suppose to come to America in 2020 although I haven’t figured out how to carry a spare tire.

[@bosvigos9165]

Very nice indeed. I think the table has an extension tucked underneath that will swivel out...?

[@PerfDayToday]

AGREED (ALL CAPS) 😎

[@johnwright1753]

I'd have the MLT 580 4x4 Alan specially for Europe with the Snow they get in Winter ;)

[@tomprevost2477]

Thanks Alan, Isn't there a swing out leaf under the main table to make it a little bigger? You would prefer a one level bigger table? Maybe eventually us here in the US of A will finally be able to purchase a layout such as this.

[@VanlifewithAlan]

It does swing out a bit - but it looks as though it is bigger than it really is!

[@johnbarclay88]

Great vid. Very clear, as always. Does this van have solar?

[@DaveBerryQualityFireplaces]

Keep it up, they may gift you the van. Cheers

[@VanlifewithAlan]

I think I have a better chance of winning the lottery. Without buying a ticket!!!

[@xavier9oct]

Alan Heath 😂😂😂

[@czigmont]

Nice. Another amazing camper from Hymer. It sad that they ran their North American operation into the ground. Nobody inNorth America is making RV's this nicely. Wish we could get that here.

[@rodbtelenetbe]

What about Winnebago and leisure travel van?

[@catherinesegovia3255]

This is a beautiful van with a nice price. There’s nothing in America that’s this nice for that price or any price in a class b. I love the storage and that a spare tire is included. I haven’t found a USA class b model with a spare tire. I don’t like cassette toilet but I would put up with it for this model. I’m going to wait for the Panoramic class b van that’s suppose to come to America in 2020 although I haven’t figured out how to carry a spare tire.

[@paulystp]

Never buy a van that has a manufactured outside,always buy a van that is a van on the outside,reasons why, if you have a crash it can’t be fixed at a panel beater , it is all waterproofed with silicone which will eventually fail and the damage is mould and mildew ,and again can’t be fixed at a panel beater shop , your welcome

[@Jabber-ig3iw]

Or don’t have a crash. You must be fun at parties.

[@nikemac84]

HOLY SHIT!!!! Thanks for showing this bro. This vehicle is nothing short of enginius!!!! That bathroom was PERFECT!!!!! How did it fit in this vehicle???? I wish we could have this in U.S. INFUCKINGCREDIBLE!!!

[@dianee7778]

Van life= absolutely no sleepover guests! Who would want to intrude on someone like that??? Love this van too, except for grandma’s curtains in the bedroom.

[@DaveBerryQualityFireplaces]

Recently watched your video on the Malibu van. I was very impressed, and you also said it’s your favourite. If I went with your suggestions I would end up with lots of vans and even more bins...

[@AKgalStamps-Donnamarshall]

Nice and tidy but really lacking storage in the kitchen area but ton of storage in the very back. I’m wondering how much it tows?

[@VanlifewithAlan]

2 tonnes I think, but I might be wrong!

[@brightondude9327]

You are getting an e-bike! I think that is a great idea. You should do a few videos about that when you get it.

[@VanlifewithAlan]

I have not decided which one yet. However I have put together the film of the automatic bike which I thought was original but you told me was not!

[@G-ra-ha-m]

@@VanlifewithAlan Always get a loud smoke alarm and keep it near the battery pack. Problems are very very rare, but alarms are very very cheap too...

[@Simon67316]

@@VanlifewithAlan They're great, I got a relatively cheap chinese kit and converted my folding mountain bike. I can easily do 50 miles or probably double that using less assistance. I'm in the opposite situation to you as I've got the e-bike but not the campervan (Yet!)

[@janellevans878]

Open spices for salt and pepper. The small bin could be used for garbage scraps. Sky lights can be problematic for cooling an heating.

[@blurayffan66]

Nice van- I wouldn't bother with 4x4 tho. Do wish it was all one color- don't like it being black at front of vehicle and all white in rear. The shower is gorgeous tho!!

[@veritasvalere88]

The shower is good

[@fraserhardmetal7143]

A practical layout - much the same as your old Hymer transit. What I can't rationalise is the 60,000 euro cost of fit out on the basic Mercedes vehicle. Having looked at this vehicle the quality of materials and build standard is definitely more "caravan" than motorhome - faux veneers, iron-on edging and plastic screw caps - not the Hymer quality of old. Expect a noisy driving experience as all the fixtures start flexing and rattling.

[@VanlifewithAlan]

I don't know what it will be like in a couple of years but the new ones don't rattle at all! At least not the ones I have driven. Or maybe I did not hear as the passenger was screaming!

[@tonks1968]

Thanks Alan. Coming from owning a caravan, I still shudder at the prices of motor homes. But what continually surprises me is that Alde heating isn’t available unless you’re splashing out on the top end vans? So on these European vans, even a £70k spend can see with a Truma blown air system?

[@VanlifewithAlan]

There are increasingly more with Alde Tony - although a start price is around EUR70k, for example in Rapido vans.

[@RCBGMK]

How are you feeling now? Hopefully much better.

[@DanKingImages]

I wish these were sold in the US!!

[@myozone]

Interesting to know any details of the 4x4 system. Low range ? diff locks ? etc

[@user-zj7ds4cg3l]

myozone no diff locks but low range is available for 400€ more...

[@IMP3TIGO]

I really love the ML-T but that dual color is hideous. Can the bench seat be adjusted to seat two people? It needs a folding mattress to go over the bench seat and the front seat(s) to add some more sleeping arrangement for two more and it can be a family camper.

[@VanlifewithAlan]

The table will go down but the bench seat is not adjustable.

[@5amH45lam]

You've thought about it! 🤔👍🏻 Edit: me too! 😊

[@murilovasconcelos7137]

Hi Alan, Very nice camper! Do you know if it is legally possible to import this or any other german made motorhome into the USA? I would like to purchase a motorhome in Germany to tour Europe for 2 months then export it to Texas where I live. Thanks for the very informative videos!

[@VanlifewithAlan]

I don't know Murilo. One of the problems is standardisation which is a paperwork exercise. The next is the cost of the import, not only the freight (around USD2k) but also the import duties and purchase tax. I think the best people to speak to would be a customs agency which deals with vehicles.

[@SuperQdaddy]

Beautiful but expensive...I would rather rent one for a couple weeks...you can custom build these now for half the price

[@darrenwilson8042]

what did you leave in the MLT 560? As soon as you'd left some lass was in there cleaning up lol !!

[@G-ra-ha-m]

6:50 - like the Malibu those folding doors are way too faffy, fit a Tambour door already!! It's a nice van, but I'm struggling to reconcile the price against the quality and features...

[@zebedeezip1898]

Hello Alan. Does this come in a 3 or 4 berth option?

[@VanlifewithAlan]

Not as far as I can see. There is nowhere to put the second bed.

[@gieltimmermans]

There is a semi integrated Hymer motorhome on Mercedes chassis with a lifting bed above the table/seating area. The roof of the motorhome will be lifted at the place where the bed sits so it doesn’t have a completely flat roof

[@petraolsen2397]

When are US manufacturers/van converters going to start using the "false" shower doors? The kind that swings around and reveals the hidden shower. They're great!!

[@sim6699]

You appear to love the Mercedes Brand, but wouldn't you rather an 80's Mercedes van?

[@VanlifewithAlan]

I was driving a 1980s Mercedes car until I bought my first campervan in 2011! kzbin.info/www/bejne/nImpoWd9iMucjrM

[@AarontheGreatXCII-kn4gj]

*2020 Unity Rear Lounge*

[@TEA-fj3ut]

Well made like an English muffin, with lots of nooks and crannies.

[@mike.garnham]

You seemed to find lots of negatives in your favourite van. Quote 'I must point out the bad things'. I didn't hear too many (if any), positives. I wonder what your most disliked van would sound like?

[@VanlifewithAlan]

In that case, I will be looking for the positive things. If any.

[@jolenemiller5560]

Alan, why don’t European vans have a oven and/or microwave/convection oven? By the way I enjoy your videos and your sense of humor.

[@lynnebarkas6906]

I would look at an Adria.

[@ahalbisikletgezgin8592]

👍

[@ianrkav]

Are these auto only or can you get it in manual?

[@rawatfurn]

You have any vdo for six people B type moter home

[@2002honda954]

That's less quid then here in the US mate. Well done. Right.

[@ianjames1179]

You guys won't be interested in my VW Caravanette then ?

[@VanlifewithAlan]

That sounds all right to me!

[@wearemilesfromnowhere4630]

Nice layout but the choice of finish looks cluttered and dated and cheap.

[@Moondoggy1941]

If we bought it for the US market do we have the pay the tax?

[@beverlybalius9303]

I would want a Solid roof, no skylight s

[@todddegiovanni206]

Is there solar on theses Hymers?

[@kentuckylady2990]

Cute but I am claustrophobic. I am getting that smothering feeling watching this.

[@veizour]

Come for the water, stay for the RV

[@mhpjii]

Why is this van different and better than most others?

[@carlyndolphin]

Hi Alan Do you prefer Motorhomes or a Sprinter camper van?

[@VanlifewithAlan]

I would prefer a motorhome - if only for the extra bit of width it gives!

[@geoben1810]

Hmmm...... Seems more a matter of personal preference. Also one's personal financial status doesnt always equate to making smart choices.

[@veritasvalere88]

4 x 4 is good

[@tguthrie1121]

Is there a freezer?

[@VanlifewithAlan]

Yes but it is not very big.

[@sabejreid2072]

one twin bed looks very short...otherwise I like it

[@bettylou3709]

No fans Or moisture extractors?

[@VanlifewithAlan]

I think there is one over the kitchen.

[@toddy505]

you’re dream van and all you do is criticise it lol, now we see what van manufacturers are up against.

[@ECCENTRICERIC69]

He just pointed out what he didn't like about it while still saying it was his favourite van you pedantic troll!

[@veritasvalere88]

I would rather not have a garage and have for example the garage under the bed where the bed lifts up hydraulically or to the ceiling and have more room lounge in the van

[@devanii]

Such as the mc louis fusion 330

[@Frankiez220]

Electric bikes don’t work that way. They are all pedal assist and heavy. So you would be using the electric motor always as it’s too heavy to ride without it. You could however use it in Eco mode to get a work out and then speed home in turbo mode. But I always use turbo mode as it’s such great fun. They are a different beast to a normal bike. I got myself a Tern Gsd Cargo bike so I can carry shopping,kids, passengers etc. This is my main form of transport in the city now and I don’t drive very much at all. I just need the campervan now.

[@goththicus]

Europe builds RV like they build their homes, small and compact. And look at the price. 😳

[@peterbaader334]

Some better preps for this video would have helped a lot. Sounds very improvised.

[@VanlifewithAlan]

And just how do you expect me to do that given the time restraints?

[@bigtrigger8491]

I like that one too I need a brochure

[@nickcartwright6976]

How many favourites does Alan have? And please can he stop making comments about A Class front cab beds. Every video he says he doesnt like them. We know Alan!!!

[@loveu2222]

Exactly same as my 2003 hymer swing,(6.99) except everything is smaller,another world;Not livable 🚙🚙🚙🚙🚙

[@cynthiataylor2279]

Is this on gasoline or diesel?

[@VanlifewithAlan]

Almost everything is diesel!

[@libertecampingcaraliasmarg9424]

I am a bit disappointed because I own the Hymer T414 Crossover which is slightly smaller (5.99 m) but apart from the "separated" shower/toilets nothing really much better . Worse, I have the TV option which slides up and down at the entrance of the RV, a must, because it can be seen from anywhere ! Thanks for the video.

[@bigjohn67jf]

That would be a dry bath not a wet bath.

[@lcaceci43]

How in the hell are you supposed to make the bed?

[@VanlifewithAlan]

If I ever find out, I shall do a video about it.

[@philippuglisi9800]

I have 25 k i would like one

[@VanlifewithAlan]

That will do for the deposit.