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Well we've gone and done it! The Coral has turned in to an Izola SPG.
Yep I know, but the exercise getting in and out of bed will keep us supple! My precious bikes will be hidden from view and we still get to enjoy an Adria for a lot less money.
When the dealer rang and said we have an Automatic Izola with a garage coming in we were happy to go for it as it didn't clean us out and it had various bits added which we would have liked.
Best of all the Swivel seats stay put as I have no Clutch pedal to try and reach. My stumpy legs will do.
The test drive went well.
We feel much better having spent a whole lot less for a first van, so I didn't shake quiet so much when I signed our life's savings away.
We don't get to collect until the 17th Nov but have already planned to head off the next day once we've loaded up for a short trail run.
Took your advice and have just taken delivery of a Paragon Silver Screen so we should be snug enough.
Any other advice for a first trip will be gratefully received.
Does anyone carry a portable waste container to save moving the van to empty and do you do the same for fresh water and pump it into the tank if you don't want to move?
If so what are you all using?
Also on our caravan's we had plate racks pre fitted, there is nothing in the Izola. What did you all get to fit the cupboards to stop the lot shifting about?
Also thinking of fitting extra security. I'd love to know what you've all done. I like the idea of a full alarm system. What's your take on going this way.
The caravan was well secured with Alko Wheel n Hitch locks, but we never left valuables in it, they always got put in to the car. Can't carry everything around with you when your out and about.
This Izola is only fitted with the Renault factory fit.
Lastly I'd just like to thank you all and especially Uncle Norman for all the advice prior to putting down our deposit. Your info was really useful and helped build our confidence to come and join you all in the
Motor home world.
This site is fantastic for us newbies.
Many thanks
Jks
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Well done and congrats.
We have owned 5 Adria's and think they are a very well build motorhome with all kinds if little extra's and can take the cold. !!
Hi and welcome, as you live nearby I wonder if you know where all the accessory shops are, no I do not mean A22 Marquis,
on the A21 at Hurst green and also lower down the same road at Johns cross.
We got our plate and cup racks etc at those two places and tables waste and fresh water 25ltr containers.
Our van has similar to a caravan, to pump water into the fresh water tank using a submersible pump.
We also use a bucket outside the van door to empty teapot and any washing up water, this stops food bite etc going down the sink waste and eventually smelling.
enjoy yourselves. by the way which dealer have you bought from and tell us how the handover goes.
A little tip, check that all the extras promised are fitted and that the van has been cleaned before you pay the balance due, it will make them more keen to rectify any faults quickly.
I forgot about Hurst Green, We used them years ago for our first caravan services. Thanks for the memory jog. I remember their shop being well stocked. Not Maquis!
Looked at vans at both John Cross and Marquis.
Then we found Premier Motor homes nr Chichester. What made us stick with them? It was the really tidy forecourt, shop and Peter the salesman allowed me into the workshop. It was immaculate as were all the vehicles new and old that were up for sale. All the previously owned vans were well looked after. The staff are really helpful and so far we have been impressed.
We were the first to look at the Izola when it came in. Peter phoned to say it was coming in, knew that this layout and price better suited us than the Coral which we loved but found hard to justify, but nearly went for. He was right. Although we whizzed down to check it out and caught them on the hop a bit, NEC week, skeleton staff! The van had not been cleaned up but at least we could see how the previous owners treated it (very well). It was immaculate inside, but needed a good polish up outside, and the full services etc, hence waiting for a few weeks for a handover.
We will let you know how the hand over goes following your tips.
Love the slops bucket idea, will take that one up and thought small containers would be good for waste and water.
Hi Jackie. A BIG well done from me. I'm very happy with your choice of the Izola and the fact that you found a decent dealership!! If you enjoy your new MH half as much as we enjoy ours, you'll be doing fine.
I sincerely hope that everything keeps working out in your favour. If you have any more queries, you know where to come!!
Crockery... I bought one of those plastic moulded things that takes plates, cups, dishes... I had to cut the length down a bit and reglue it to fit but it works well. It's held in place by some velcro, and the anti-rattle device consists of tea-towels and bubble-wrap!!
And although I may be accused of advertising, on someone else's behalf, I would seriously consider a proper motorhome alarm. A cheap car alarm is just not good enough. Sandra and I travelled 580 miles, round trip, to Taunton, to have the Strikeback alarm fitted by one of our senior MHF members, Eddie Vanbitz. It cost us about 1.5% more on top of what we paid for the MH. But we feel safe when we park up anywhere. We feel it is an effective deterent. It's all very well folk suggesting steering wheel locks, but they do not stop the little towrags who can remove door locks and quietly wonder round a MH whilst its occupants are asleep!! In our case, the alarm would sound but the flashing LEDs outside should warn them off before they try to enter. Talk to Eddie's team. Caravan style wheel n hitch locks do not deter thieves from trying to enter your MH. On one hot evening, on a large site with mobile security (!) 9 caravans had the fly screens, which covered open windows, quietly sliced and everything removed from the tables beneath the windows!!
Well done with the external insulation silver screen. You really will reap the benefits throughout the year...
Going now, Man U v Spurs about to kick-off!!
______________________________________________________________ ........... Best wishes from UncleNorm x
........... Yesterday is history; tomorrow is a mystery; today is a gift!
Letīs keep fighting with Mavis, Ray and all those in need!!
.......... http://rayandmave.wordpress.com/
Yep I figured on a Strike back having read about it on Outdoor Bits site.
Glad you've mentioned it.
Takes a bit to persuade my Yorkshire blooded husband (love em really) to part with 'extra's' cash but I'd rather do that than part with my precious gear and if I was surprised in the night I'd have a job to nod off again, wondering what I'd left out!! I hate loosing sleep!
I'm booking Eddie up asap.
I have a feeling we'll be hanging onto this 'Bling Mobil' for a a while as once the gardens 'drived up' the dosh will be gone so I consider it a worthy investment.
Did you go direct to Eddie vanbitz?
Hi again! The ref had to allow the second goal as he had NOT stopped play but decided to allow Spurs an advantage. The goalie is to blame for putting the ball down!! Nani saw his chance and hey presto! It's about time that players, especially professional, were made to learn The Laws of Association Football. One of the oldest sayings in soccer has been "play to the whistle!" Whoops, the goalie got it wrong, not the ref. But why the assistant got involved, I don't know...
Anyhow, back on topic... if you order the Strikeback through OutdoorBits, you should get a Battery Master fitted for free, normally around Ģ80. The BM takes excess charging from your leisure batteries and keeps your engine starter battery topped up to avoid non-starts.
Back to the Strikeback... among its many features is one which involves a loop of wire which can be threaded through bikes, loungers, things left out. If the loop is cut, broken, disconnected, the alarm is activated.
So get that Yorkshire blooded husband to sort his finances!
Good luck from another Yorkshire blooded husband!!
______________________________________________________________ ........... Best wishes from UncleNorm x
........... Yesterday is history; tomorrow is a mystery; today is a gift!
Letīs keep fighting with Mavis, Ray and all those in need!!
.......... http://rayandmave.wordpress.com/
Well that's it. We are off to Taunton for a bit of security and a Hot chocolate or two. Straight from a weekend try out when we pick the van up.
Anyone know if the Izola carpets included the cab?
Do you find Mudflaps are required?
We know the original carpets are in the van unused but may want cab carpets for soaking up the feet wet etc.
Thanks
to all in advance.
P.s Uncle Norman. Is it true Ref's are not supposed to wear specs!! Well' they needed a bit of luck after shelling out all that money for a dodgy ankle!
Finally found some time to get back to you all. Wanted to wish you all a very happy Mobile Xmas, Snow permitting and thank you all for all your input which led us to jump ship and ditch the caravan for a motorised version. Love it. Should have jumped years ago!
Loving the Adria Izola. 640 miles done. I'm now thinking I better up the Insurance Mileage!!
The Drive is now finished and it's sat outside for the quick 'Get Away'.
Most of the mileage to be honest was done during a trip to have the Vanbitz Alarm Strikeback fitted.
Just done in the nick of time. 8 inches of snow came down the day we got back! Brilliant service, managed to get it all done despite loosing one fitter to the bugs of winter. Can't thank you all enough for your recommendations. I feel safer now!
Sadly we are off out tomorrow, back to the dealers. Nothing too onerous, The loo thinks there's no cassette! Seals are really poor and the dealer has said that a fault was logged with the previous owners so they are going to swap it out or similar.
Going to have an external 12v Whale superfil pump fitted. Already got caught out with two overnight stops. Fields not accessible. Hard standings offered no where near the field water supply! 6ltr Watering can just doesn't do it for me in -2 degree's!
Oh and we've sprung a leak!! Drained down according to manual and dealers advice but still Adria suffering from incontinence!
Dealers think due to huge pressure noted on last fill up that a seal has been dislodged. Lets hope so.
Apart from that the van is a dream. Nicked named Elvis only because it's a real Bling Mobil and the previous owners had left an Elvis CD in the radio, now returned!! Elvis works for me! My husbands favourite. A lucky omen I hope.
Anyway safe pitching, stay warm and enjoy the festive's.
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Adria Izola 687SPG !
In our case, the alarm would sound but the flashing LEDs outside should warn them off before they try to enter. Talk to Eddie's team. Caravan style wheel n hitch locks do not deter thieves from trying to enter your MH. On one hot evening, on a large site with mobile security (!) 9 caravans had the fly screens, which covered open windows, quietly sliced and everything removed from the tables beneath the windows!!
Letīs keep fighting with Mavis, Ray and all those in need!! 
