Reviewing and TEST DRIVING The Coachmen Beyond!

[@MattsRVReviews]

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[@franciscocastillo8953]

Becareful thats my door !!! Easy please

[@peggyconway2900]

We have a Coachman Nova 20C and love it! We do camp in it and love the versatility of it. Right now we are in the category of “camp to travel” and it is perfect. If we ever get in the category of “travel to camp” then we might look for something bigger. Great review, thank you! PS. I think the nova has more storage we have the big fridge but also have a pull out pantry next to the wardrobe and we have a little cabinet in the entry way that is great for storing bug spray, sun screen, clothesline, picnic table stuff etc.

[@dannidunn9302]

Have you had any problems with it? Looking at a few FB groups it seems like there are always problems with the batteries and the heating system.

[@gethecar]

That TV sticking out triggers my OCD. I'd end ripping it out of the wall in frustration.

[@emmitt5443]

I just love these point A to point B vans. I'll never set foot on an air plane so this is the way to sight see / stop for a night / hit the road / visits friends & fam/ hit the road. the bathroom is only for that occasion when it's 30 miles to a gas station to pee and you've filled up on soda. I can really see myself sitting back there watching TV while my husband is up front driving. I just with it had suitcase storage.

[@vincecarluccio5018]

Are you sure this is the best selling B van? I thought it was the Winnebago Travato. It’s my understanding that the Ford Transit AWD van has been in short supply so very few dealers have these Beyonds available. I think Becky alluded to that.

[@allthingsnu4673]

Thanks Matt & Becky for showing us this beautiful van. In addition to going out of town in this, I can drive it to my grandsons' baseball tournaments where they have games back-to-back... we can chill out in the van in between games. Or, if I go to a concert/event and traffic leaving the arena is horrible, I can relax in the van, eat, watch a show/movie, and then head home once the traffic has died down. As Becky said, the possibilities are endless.

[@pamelagoodwind7574]

I really like the driving you did. It helped me to get a better understanding of the Beyond!

[@Becky_Milarch]

Thanks for watching Pamela, maybe we should drive all the Class B's! 😊

[@travellingslim]

18:17 That is the button from Ford to turn the built-in cargo lights in the back on or off. If you pressed it and they did nothing, then most likely Coachmen disabled that as part of the RV upfitting process so it's probably useless now.

[@kaylasoma]

If they are not going to make the bathroom usable, why put it in?? for emergencies?? you can stop at a gas station. I hate a toilet right in front of the kitchen area. Hope you guys reviewed some B's with a bath in the back.

[@sherriweber7105]

Hi Matt and Becky! My dislikes are Becky I like what you about the table part to the lagoon doesn’t match the countertop. The swivel seat looks hard to swivel. That’s all my dislikes my likes are the storage the screen door. The refrigerator with a freezer. I like the shade you up around in the back that Becky put with the power cords. Very nice! I think this is a very nice van. Thank you Matt and Becky for showing this! Great job Matt and Becky.

[@stevemurray2737]

Great Van. Freezer on the Bottom.. Knee Saver!.. Coachmen Quality is the Bomb now.. Can’t wait for their new Adventure Vehicle!

[@Becky_Milarch]

I do love the freezer on the bottom! Coachmen does an amazing job with the Class B Vans! Thanks for watching!

[@richardkoch8752]

There's nothing not to love about this van....especially Becky! She is awesome!

[@Becky_Milarch]

Thank you Richard, I really appreciate your positivity!

[@richardkoch8752]

@@Becky_Milarch You'll get Matt into a Van yet Becky.....almost had him on this one! Keep smiling....it's like sunshine!

[@Becky_Milarch]

@@richardkoch8752 I hope I do! Matt is a Van guy, he’s finally coming to the Class B side! Thanks again for watching, I appreciate the positivity!

[@sarahj.8372]

Wonderful Matt and Becky. Just WONDERFUL.

[@Becky_Milarch]

Thank you Sarah! Much appreciated!

[@xToddmcx]

Since Matt always points out the cornering lights on the Sprinter, I'll point out that the Transit does it too. When you're going slow and turn the wheel at night, those bottom corner lights come on. Which is a bit unsettling at first when you're not expecting it. The sumo springs might help. The Transit suspension is fine, but it's really soft. Sort of wallows along. The overhead 360 camera is great, I don't think I can buy a car without it after having it.

[@Becky_Milarch]

Thanks for the info!

[@susanblack7782]

Love it! Impressed by the back lounging/bed. Easy, breezy auto transform from seating to bed.

[@Becky_Milarch]

It sure it! Super simple to convert to a bed!

[@farmerdeb2863]

I really like this travel van! Only ONE thing i would like to change, have a separate shower, toilet/sink instead of a wet bath!😏 I would probably use the cabinet, next to the fridge, as a pantry instead of a wardrobe. When it is time to decide which B (travel) van i want, i will let Becky know. Thanks, Matt, Thanks, Becky!!😊

[@RealScottPowers]

That MSRP gave me a heart attack.

[@Lucy_Bayard_John]

Canadian have to add from 25 to 30% for the exchange rate!

[@dlg5485]

Just give it time. The class B buying bonanza is pretty much over and these ridiculous prices will start coming down in the coming months. I'm planning on purchasing a class B in the next 2-3 years, but I'm waiting for inventories to build up which will lead to much better pricing.

[@DavidHuffTexas]

Well, note that this is the Beyond with the upgraded Lithium battery system. That DOES add cost. Coachmen also sells the Beyond with regular old AGM batteries AFAIK.

[@barbarafarrington7146]

Becky should have studied firs and every car I have owned has had lighted mirrors on both visors.

[@barbarafarrington7146]

Show the van already. We can learn later.

[@daydreamer0923]

When Becky explained what use the truck design was made for it opened up my mind. Its perfect. I'm not in that income bracket, but brovo. And i so wish. 😅

[@2588lucy]

My dream is to live in one of these.

[@BL-cp7eq]

I have a question, are the rear seat belts 3 point? I'm assuming not because I don't see the connection on the rear columns.

[@Becky_Milarch]

No, they are not 3-point seat belts, only lap belts.

[@robertlematta6657]

Best review yet! I like the actual diving and comparing it to Matt's bad ride. You two have great chemistry. Nice truck Bro!

[@gj6209]

When my time comes to buy, I’m calling Becky for this van. I LOVE IT! ❤️👍🌹

[@bigg5208]

They should paint all of the black connection stuff white

[@Becky_Milarch]

I agree, it would make this look a lot more sleek and stealth mode on the outside! 😊

[@eskieguy9355]

I especially like what they did with the side door, and the screen. If I didn't need more storage space, this van would be right up my alley.

[@Lostcause1974]

I love this specific model and layout. My dream Class B is the Airstream 24 GT, which starts around $234K. This starting around $217 gives me a little hope and $163K, while still outside my price range, gives me a lot of hope.

[@jamestreanor182]

These vans eliminate the bad roadside hotels on a trip

[@RockerRed]

Very nice! 👍🤘Thank you! Thank you!🔶️🔸️🤍🧡🧡🤎🧡🧡🤍🔸️🔶️

[@larryhudson3930]

Still don't get the $217k msrp for a van.

[@bunnieleigh]

Where is a good place to find a list of RV shows?

[@chrisgrover507]

Love these vans. I think the 22D would be the best floor plan for me.

[@blessedveteran]

I would like to have a convection since there is no oven. 👍

[@Studiovette]

I wish a B van RV maker would make the Transit with the pop top. I know it’s available on the Winnebago Ecko but that’s not a true B.

[@tinaredington3445]

how about doing a review on the new chinook maverick AWD ?

[@tinaredington3445]

2023 Mavrick AWD Ford Transite Van ( Chinook) would love to see you do that one i have seen Nick Schmidt do one but your more through then any other person thanks

[@HenryCalderonJr]

Pretty good use of space, I like it. I wonder if other colors are available for exterior

[@greggroth7815]

Henry, you get a choice of white and the color I got, Ingot Silver.

[@HenryCalderonJr]

@@greggroth7815 I prefer the silver a little more. Thanks 😊

[@captainpaddy1524]

I looked at a Beyond. Good quality, much better than a Coachmen Nova but certainly not in the same class as a Pleasure Way. The Lithionics lithium system is high end unlike the systems installed on many other B vans. Design? Good, but like the Airstream Rangeline (also promoted as a "high end" B Van), there are irritating compromises to cut costs. So, is it worth the price? That's the problem. I think that it is FAR more expensive than its actual value.

[@chrisehmen1289]

you can use the tv that is there either through wireless connection to your laptop or with HDMI. so you don't need a different monitor.

[@thevagabondonwheels4918]

Two points. I have the Ford 360 on my newer F-150 and it is absolutely amazing. This van is about three feet longer than my truck so I cannot imagine buying a van of this size without it. If it is like my truck, you can also turn on 360 view manually when you are in drive and not just reverse, which is also helpful. You can also manually cycle through all the exterior cameras one at a time as well. Second point. Why on earth did they not add three-point harnesses to the outside seating positions in the rear. There are columns right there they could have attached them to. It is 2023 for crying out loud. This loophole that RV manufacturers get to jump through by creating seating positions that are sideways and/or do not have three-point seatbelts needs to be closed. None of this would even be legal passenger seating in the EU and this is one instance where the EU has it right.

[@samanthalucas8070]

LIKE THE CABINETRY THE CABINETRY COLORS THE LAGOON TABLE THE WET BATH THE SCREEN DOOR DON’T LIKE NO ELECTRIC DOORS NO POWER SEATS THE COOKTOP IT NEEDS THREE BURNERS NO CONVECTION MICROWAVE MATT QUESTION DO YOU HAVE PICTURES OF BIG MIKE

[@brandyramos9372]

Love it..

[@phatgringo2.0]

Needs shoulder belts in the rear bench.

[@johnjun3336]

If I were to consider a B RV, my purpose would to provide essentials for stop and view and not camping. (Maybe emergency overnight at a camp facility) Mostly staying at resorts and hotels when traveling domestically.

[@Becky_Milarch]

That's exactly what Class B life is all about, stop and enjoy the view! 😍

[@dlg5485]

Why spend all this money on an RV if you're not going to use its accommodations? Doesn't make a lot of sense to me, but ti's your money.

[@IAmWithinEverything]

I dislike the Chemtrails in the sky😑

[@sarahann530]

How have been affected by the chemtrails , does it hurt your cognitive abilities?

[@ericalampley480]

If the government is poisoning us with "chemtrails," why aren't they wearing protective gear 24/7? I mean, you do realize they're exposed to the same air, correct? 🙄

[@Shoebutie]

It would be helpful when reviewing class B vans to comment on the height in the bathroom as the ceilings tend to be very low

[@olafpamela]

Matt #vanlife🤔😂❤👍 What a amazing van😮❤👍 Thanks for sharing 🤗❤️👍

[@Lucy_Bayard_John]

Dear Matt: Ford, RAM or Mercedes, besides the cost, what are the difference between them to help chose between them!

[@BamaBoy_Davis]

Would like to 👀A B Van with slideouts that would be🔥💪🏾👊🏾

[@pamelachappell1089]

My husband and I camped for 6 weeks out west in a van and LOVED it. I have been sorry ever since we traded it. The B+ and C we have had since then have paled in comparison to the van.

[@modelmanjohn]

Don't like these class B vans with the bench seat that becomes the bed. Would rather have a real mattress in a Murphy bed or fold up.

[@BamaBoy_Davis]

That's why it's made for folks who does😂

[@stevez340]

@@BamaBoy_Davis 👍Who would want a real bed and mattress that you could leave made when you can sleep on a sofa and make, unmake and store your bedding every day😂

[@thomasczyz1279]

Nice van…😊

[@jennifergraham9679]

I like the cabinets look like real wood and not that plastic looking one.

[@vikkibair1546]

Love this! Becky is spot on! Sorry Matt 😂

[@katherinebuterbaugh8470]

I really love it but like you said it's more of a travel slash maybe over night thing. If you have kids it would be hard to camp in but with just a day trip or long drive with kids it would be nice because you have the TV and kids love that you could stop and make something to eat instead of eating at a restaurant and just with kids no stopping for bathroom breaks everytime you turn around. But if you are by yourself or a companion it may be nice for a night. If it were just a little wider and easier to walk around I could probably do it. But it is one of the best ones I have seen. It's beautiful inside and out and I love the sliding door that has the screen I have not seen that on any other one very nice. Anyway great video and I hope you made your plane.

[@theintersectionofinsanity7111]

Great job Matt and Becky.

[@bertoabibi6610]

the button in the front is an emergency ejection button =)

[@Becky_Milarch]

🤣😂😅

[@caroltn793]

Are power seats an option

[@jonmccormick8683]

Dislike #3. =Those magazine racks take up a bunch of walking room and doubt anyone will even use them. Maybe those racks can fit inside a cabinet door.

[@Kikujirosan]

I'm still scared of cartoon Becky. 😧😧

[@Becky_Milarch]

LOL! Me too!!!!!!! 🤣😂

[@dawnmccann-tz2ht]

Too small for the price. Becky you did a fantastic job.

[@Becky_Milarch]

Hello Dawn, thank you for watching!

[@dlg5485]

I really like the Beyond with Li3 system. It's the best mass production class B out right now, but it definitely needs larger tanks. It should have at least 40 gal fresh, 25 gal gray, 15 gal black. Other than that, it's a fairly solid unit, but the MSRP of $217k is utterly absurd and, even the sale price too high. The MOST anyone should pay for this van is $150k, only if it's loaded with all the options.

[@thestooges333]

The nova 20C, 20D have 27-23-19 F,G,B and it’s $125,000 msrp ( on their website)so it should be around $85-$95 k

[@dlg5485]

@@thestooges333 The Nova is cheap because the Promaster is not a desirable chassis. The limitations of FWD alone rule that one out for me, not to mention the many reliability issues documented online with that chassis. I'm only interested in the Transit at this point. While it's not perfect, it's certainly a better platform than the Ram.

[@thestooges333]

@@dlg5485 that explains why it’s the cheapest chassis

[@Curb71]

There's probably a 20-$30,000 upcharge for the solar and battery setup but you never mentioned the capacity of either. That should be included on the specs.

[@gary.joseph]

YAY Becky!! You're awesome!

[@Becky_Milarch]

Thank you so much Gary! 😀

[@AngelFire48]

Is there any way to get better service after you purchase from General RV in Elizabethtown, PA?!!! My husband ended up fixing our van's issues after the incompetent service staff there!!! He had to keep calling Winnebego to help solve issues! It's been a disaster dealing with your company after purchasing our 2022 Travato GL.

[@lanav9679]

Not worth the price Dude. Nice Van but these things are way out of line.

[@bobsummers6647]

Is Dish or other satellite an option? Is there an antenna? Can you upgrade the TV?

[@fattie2550]

220K you gotta be kidding me.

[@caroltn793]

Is a retractable running board available

[@daydreamer0923]

Lol. I did the same. Blows my mind how the cost of all things have sky rocket way out there.😅

[@Rock-Bottem1982]

Im sorry, but lithium batteries do NOT replace a generator. Why, because that battery bank will only run that A/C unit for 4 hours. This van is not an off grid RV, its shore power dependant

[@sgardner4156]

@ford that knob to adjust the seat is terrible ! Go to a lever if not power. Thats a huge PITA to adjust when you need to turn the seat from to back to front. Our old B had levers and the adjustment was a chore already... That turning knob makes that process 300% worse.

[@CarpeDiemTravelerMel]

Appreciate all you do Matt, but I gotta say that Leisure Travel Vans has the Transit models beat by a mile! No comparison in the quality, or the fit and finish.

[@sitchad]

This has a big advantage; you can poop and shower at the same time which should make it "prime pooping position".

[@Becky_Milarch]

Makes taking care of business a lot easier! 🚽🚿

[@bigjayusmc]

Becky B could sell me anything

[@vikkibair1546]

Buying one soon as Wayfarer sells 🎉

[@Brigand231]

Did Becky miss her flight? If it was in 45 minutes from the start of the video and the video was 35 minutes (which doesn't include all the travel time to 7-11 or time spent eating that was edited out), that would mean she'd have to get to the airport and through security in 10 minutes or less.

[@Becky_Milarch]

I was close, very close!!! PSA Pre-check is a life saver! ✈

[@Brigand231]

@@Becky_Milarch Whew, glad to hear it!

[@shannonburke7346]

chinook has a dry bath. I would like to see a dry bath and only one door to access the back

[@jonmclane5928]

The sale price of this small (but nice) van is roughly the same or even lower than the MSRP of most of the Class C’s we’re looking at!

[@gregmarzett2978]

Did Matt buy one?

[@stevez340]

Matt and Becky, you accidentally let the truth slip out about this $217,000 van😳”NOBODY CAMPS IN THESE”😂but I do have to say that this is one of the nicest Class Bs that you have reviewed, and that fridge should have definitely been a like👍

[@Becky_Milarch]

I agree the fridge should have been on our list of likes!!! 🙂

[@Metalrogue]

Welcome to another episode of Matt's B class review....😅

[@MrDommino1]

For the price point it is cheap. For twenty thousand more and four wheel drive and automatic shads . Id buy a Mercedes.

[@Lostcause1974]

Matt, I would love to take this to Disney Wilderness Resort. It's a great size for me. I know You wanted to say You like this Class B so badly! 😂

[@besweeeet2]

Sounds like a very quiet ride, especially compared to a class A gas where everything is rattling.

[@Becky_Milarch]

Very much so!

[@livelongprosper940]

Look at all the chemtrails in the sky 😮 Where are you taping this 🤔

[@auroranite]

We’d all like one of these But price is out of the park expen$ive. This is being promoted as “luxury driver” to destinations then book a hotel. At $200K I’d plan to sleep, eat, shower, recline, etc.. Time to mod the minivan.

[@margiecallahan3009]

Did Transit solve their coupler problem?

[@loumadonna2262]

7-11 wings? You went right by The King. Whopper

[@d.e.little5387]

They said RED BULL WINGS

[@towgod3096]

Have no need for AWD on an R.V. ( Road Vehicle! )

[@farmerdeb2863]

If you're "on the road" in snow, you do.

[@towgod3096]

@@farmerdeb2863 I live in Canada, no I don't need AWD.

[@ericalampley480]

Recreation Vehicle. You're welcome.

[@dbcooper69]

If you do use the loo, you have to close the sliding van door with the bathroom door being see-through.

[@YasserAlhamri]

You didn’t say ya out the stove

[@malindagatzke7959]

nice van but not the price

[@shortandcut]

You can park anywhere damn

[@dannidunn9302]

With that price tag, one would hope the usual problems with the components won’t be happening within days and months of acquisition.

[@Lostcause1974]

And this is Lithium for a sale price of $163K??? Wow!!!

[@dpl2617]

Many people do camp in a B-van ! Some even full-time. And that awning looks STUPID !!

[@dlg5485]

You guys don't know what you're talking about. Tons of people travel full-time in B vans and use ALL of the features. It makes a helluva lot more sense than a huge class A that can't fit anywhere.

[@Lostcause1974]

Becky I want this (at or below $163K would be great!)

[@GothDogs]

I will never call Becky mom

[@144steveg]

Please don't skip/jump