Hopefully this won't be the case and you can sail happily into the sunset. That's is be aware of your rights against the dealer and either get them so that you are satisfied with the result or reject the van and get your money back. Previously all servicing was done by the Buccaneer dealer. It has plenty of sockets and a top-spec separate oven and grill. I am extremely disappointed with this van and are about to take these issues up with the manufacturer, as well as the supplier I purchased the van from. The caravan levels itself within 2 minutes at the push of a button whether camped on a steep coast or hillside. Caravan & Motorhome Gossip is part of the Gossip Media Group. Time and again, Buccaneer convinces customers with technical innovations that make camping life easier. . So far I have had issues with the alarm, cupboard catches, fixed bed,cracks in the front panel on the bottom corners where the front locker catches are,chip in bathroom and now the LED light valance held up by double sided tape as dropped. Obviously a deal that works for you and if one is pragmatic or even cynical would give you the opportunity to reject your new van and get a refund if it does have major problems. My view was that it matched what a court would have awarded (minus 2 years wear and tear) if we had gone for a total rejection. Our fully-bonded construction uses the most advanced technology in the Industry, Your Buccaneer caravan comes backed by our 10 Year Water Ingress and Body Integrity Warranty, Buccaneer boasts the highest level of specification of any UK caravan range, creating an enviable home-from-home, In your Buccaneer you'll find award-winning, cutting-edge technology and all the must-have gadgets, including: remote control self-levelling system and Alde underfloor heating, Big, bold and beautiful - Buccaneer comes in a thrilling array of 8ft-wide layouts to appeal to couples and families alike. Buccaneer is the epitome of premium caravans "Made in the UK". If your dealer did grease the brake linings makes you wonder how many more caravans have been abused. Mending caravan. Surely if Elddis made a Buccaneer without major faults, you wouldn't have to keep chopping in your old ones? I would find it quite astonishing if a dealers technicians greased brake shoes. The Practical Caravan Buccaneer Barracuda review 191,784 views Oct 26, 2017 845 Dislike Share Practical Caravan 29K subscribers Luxury touring gets an interesting newcomer with the 2018. Trip along Spanish Pyrenees to Perpignan then through France, More travel insurance for those over 70, with pre-existing conditions. I dought that any mechanic would grease a brake shoe, even an apprentice, the wording could be wrong. Alarm system with PIR (Passive Infra-Red), TrackerTM Thatcham Category S7 approved stolen vehicle recovery system (includes first 12 months subscription), Improved 1400mm x 440mm Large Heki Lux Stargazer rooflight incorporating pleated blind and fly-screen, with stylish surround and independently switched integrated downlights, Pioneer Bluetooth radio with Smart Sync. My July delivery is no longer possible. I blame Brexit as well as COVID 19. Elddis Customer Service sound exasperated and say even they can't get information internally and only dealer can help. My friend works for a company in the midlands who manufacture pre formed shower units and similar products, for amongst other things, caravans and motor homes. People's blogs and photos and travels in there buccaneer caravans. Reactions: Kerry&Michael. JVB66 replied on 18/06/2021 08:10 Member JVB66 Campervanner from Hertfordshire Posted on 18/06/2021 08:10 Quote All new caravans, motorhomes and campervans must be registered with us within 6 weeks of purchase as new. To answer your question directly and probably upset a lot of owners. It may make the van more comfortable or give more toys to play with but that is not 'quality'. Its kitchen is kitted-out with top-spec appliances and fittings, Its weight and price will put some potential buyers off Try and keep everything in writing and any letter reagrding a rejection should be sent snail mail rather than email. This was after a myriad of issues. Above that is the microwave, and above that, a small locker. co. uk/community/topic/103217-2015-buccaneer-caravans/page-2?hl=buccanner. Hi, I have been reading the Review in Practical Caravan on the Buccaneer Clipper and agree with all but the conclusion. Does anyone this year know of any other person who has received there preorder caravan. Clear editor. i. e. different from the others not necessarily better just different. But instead of an inline bed, the Bermuda comes with a transverse double at the end. Built by Swift so they do have issues, but the supplying dealership, Couplands of Louth go the extra mile to put things right. I wasn't asking for advice Fred, just offering some experience. It's an expensive product, made slightly wider, with lots of extras,and what is described as high end finish. She says that they are very busy but there are problems getting the raw materials so if they are having problems, perhaps other manufacturers are having similar problems. Has found a Bucaneer 30, which looks pretty good in the pics, and has a ton of equipment. Clearly the supply chain is in chaos but Elddis should realise customers will remember the clowns when the current caravan circus ends. We have never had an issue with any site here in the UK or on the continent. 2023 Buccaneer Barracuda Caravan - Pre Order Now! http://www. What year is the caravan? A few photos will help. At first glance the Buccaneer Cruiser looks as if little has changed in the brands 2015 offering since the preceding model year, but there have been significant improvements to Explorer Groups flagship get the full story in the Practical Caravan Buccaneer Cruiser review. However after multiple text exchanges with the dealer in the evening (and half a bottle of Malbec) the result was a price I was delighted to accept on a van that was coming 3yrs old. Original VAT invoices and damp reports must be retained as proof that the annual services have been carried out in accordance with our warranty terms. SOLID it was not. #1. At 8ft, its 6in broader than the outgoing model, making it the widest UK-built tourer on sale. Just received email from dealer now delayed to end of August. I have become friends with a guy who is looking for a boat. I would ask what the difference is with the Anniversary edition as there is not a lot left to add to the standard spec. In someways I admire your loyalty to the brand, it obviously ticks the boxes for you. 15 saving per night on Club campsite pitch fees. Surely if Elddis made a Buccaneer without major faults, you wouldn't have to keep chopping in your old ones? It will soon be on its 4th front window and 4th set of upholstery. Have you heard anything since? Update your browser to view this website correctly. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. The Buccaneer Cruiser 50th anniversary edition is 2019. The dark finish of the wood, however, is a bit of an issue here. I was really shocked about the comments on the problems and poor build quality particularly as the price is very high..has anyone got any ideas of similar Caravans to look at 8 wide, thin wheel etc.. but does not have the major problems that it seems the Buccaneer range does. Let the premium holiday begin. Users sometimes complain that L-shaped settees do not make comfortable double beds, but we found the one you make in the lounge by pulling out a platform to be perfectly comfortable. It is a bit skimpy on storage because of that design, but it partly makes up for this with a high spec. Powered by Invision Community. (Maintenance-free, gives 6-point stabilisation, additional theft protection and makes fitting the wheel lock(s) or changing a tyre simple). 'Contemporaneous Notes' Sounds very familiar. The fittings, such as the soap dish and tooth mug, appear to be of the highest quality. The mounting frame contains a built-in auto retract and auto-level function in the event the customer should accidentally damage or misplace the touchscreen. Getting any on the drum or linings is very poor. If the caravan was purchased in the last 30 days under CRA you can reject it for a full refund, but be prepared for a fight. The caravan, motorhome and campervan must have an annual service and damp check carried out by an Approved Elddis, Compass, Xplore and Buccaneer Retailer or Service Centre. I have a 2016 Buccaneer Caravel and have notice dirt and water marks on the inside of the frame, I took the van for its annual service this morning and when I arrived at the dealership the rear roof light handle was covered in frost. You must log in or register to reply here. We reserve the right to inspect the vehicle before work commences. Oh dear, an all too familiar theme to the post. . We ordered our Affinity 550 September 2020. we have had several delivery dates since last being July. All rights reserved. That would be a very serious matter, becasue of how dangerously it left the caravan which could easily have caused injury or death. Never ask a man if he comes from Yorkshire. It is possible the dealer spread some copper slip grease on the rear metal part of the shoes where they sit on the mechanism?Something often done on disc brake pads to stop squealing. Im not aware that any caravan produced by U.K. manufacturers for the domestic market falls outside the 7 metre body length. Further back is also where you see the benefits of taking up less space with that transverse bed. Couldn't agree more. The cost of transporting, towing or moving the caravan by any means to or from the place of repair is the responsibility of the owner. By clicking Accept, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Our 2018 Buccaneer Cruiser went for its 4th service yesterday with AWS technician who is fanatically thorough. How were these fastened? Unique, class-leading and exclusive to our flagship Buccaneer range, all interior walls are engineered with an entirely seam-free finish. Foreign travel. The Buccaneer range boasts class-leading features and technology in every detail, including E&P Level C Touchscreen auto-levelling (which works in just 2 minutes!). It is with the Retailer that your contract of sale exists and consequently they have the responsibility to ensure any complaints and warranty issues are addressed. No service interval should exceed 14 months. An upmarket Affinity 550, this was to be our retirement caravan. The warranty shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of England and the parties irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England. 30,000 Buccaneer caravan tour, including how it works, we look at this Buccaneer luxury caravan tour and see how it all works, the Buccaneer Galera is a 6 b. Grabbing the headlines is the E&P Hydraulics self-levelling system, which operates by remote control and pitches your van in two minutes using two axle supports and four powered Al-Ko Big Foot steadies. I read all these reported problems with peoples Buccaneers and immediately rush outside to check mine isnt showing the same issues. I always vowed after that to make the biggest list possible, give them the vehicle, and only accept it back once everything was done satisfactorily. Have a look at the Bessacarr range. Elddis are saying a caravan with my name on it will be delivered on the 14th September. You expect serious kit for the price and the Cruiser delivers. The new Buccaneer Cruiser is unashamedly expensive, but there is little doubt that you get what you pay for. If the arbitrator finds in favour of the customer, then the deposit will be returned. #1. In years 1, 2, and 4 through to 9 the service must be completed no more than 60 days either side of the anniversary of the date of purchase. The highlight is the unique, integrated self-levelling system. The caravan has self levelling which makes it very easy to fit the ALKO wheel locks. Caravan has not even done 1000 miles since last service with dealer. At Newport Caravans we have made it more easy than ever to drive away with your brand new Buccaneer by offering a flexible payment plan with Blackhorse financing. Maybe next year. Search on here for Buccaneer. The benefits of a Buccaneer for towing remain as ever for the 2021 season. Upload or insert images from URL. Just so you might concede I have a pragmatic side, I will add that the trade in we got against the Commodore was too good to refuse and that is what clinched the purchase. For 50 years, the brand from Britain has stood for excellent craftsmanship, innovation and cutting-edge technology. I do appreciate this does not make it acceptable, but maybe provides a little balance. Please complete the Notification of Change of Ownership form in your handbook. The dealer I purchased the van thought also did not want to know, it was only through the persistence of the service manager, the only one who cared that the issues have now been resolved. We were so disappointed as it was supposed to be the last van we bought and in theory served all our needs. No problems whatsoever in 2 years of ownership thank goodness. Copyright VerticalScope Inc. All Rights Reserved. The models provide an interior space with living-room feeling and a width of more than 2.4 metres. Perhaps the truth has got lost in the translation. This warranty does not affect the purchaser's statutory rights. Your contract is with your dealer. Good for you. Let's hope that your next Buccaneer is a "keeper". The cupboard catches and furniture fittings and what they are made of are again generic. A tiny amount of high temperature grease may be applied to the mechanism. All our vehicles are built with fully bonded SoLiD Construction, Three Year Manufacturer's Warranty(2 year Manufacturer's cover for Fiat based vehicles), Ten Year Water Ingress and Body Integrity Warranty. The length they will need is the overall one including the drawbar. Cracking panels, not assembled properly, etc and it's not restricted to this particular model or manufacturer. JavaScript is disabled. We are confident that all of our new caravans, motorhomes and campervans are engineered using the latest manufacturing techniques and advanced materials technology ensuring that, when buying one of our products, you are buying the very best. Rather than the dealer repalcing the front panel which normally seems to involve a trip tpo the factory, we have opted for the hairline cracks to be repaired by a professional company. ..and won. Hope yours is as successful. It's all too familiar I am afraid. Display as a link instead, You've probably made you purchase by now but we have just this year changed from an Elddis to an Adria Adora 8ft wide single axle. All rights reserved. Email states manufacturers having supply issues from Europe. Been chasing dealer lots and now told date was delayed yesterday to mid June but and Elddis won't now commit to any dates. It was a good idea to extend the L-shaped settee format into other layouts generally, the Buccaneer Bermuda works well. Your Retailer can forward this information to us. Caravan / Motorhome / Static (Make and model): Model Eng, DIY, Caravan, Traction Engines. Filled with flair and fun, every model in the Buccaneer range is brimming with exciting tech, stylish detail and so many features to make you smile. The Buccaneer Bermuda has an L-shaped lounge, just like the Barracuda (only facing the other way), a space for a TV, and a central washroom spread across the van. Ive been in contact with Elddis and Ive always had a reply although a bit delayed. Previous van was a Sterling which had similar issues but excellent support from the Swift in the first 3 years. Then heat from the journey. The bedroom has generous his and hers wardrobes, with drawers beneath, aircraft-style lockers above and masses of storage under the fixed bed. The work surface itself has a large extension. we have owned a caravan since 1978, and the only brands we have not had a problem with were Thompson, and Abbey (Cossalt), both now not in existence, we have tried Lunar, Bailey, Explorer (now Elddis) and Coachman caravans and each brand had warranty issues on collection, all have had damp problems, we tried swift which was the least problematic Step inside the palatial Buccaneer Cruiser with Practical Caravan's Group Editor Alastair Clements - Copyright: Practical Caravan Productions. You can separate the bedroom from the rest of the van with the same lightweight concertina screen that youll find in the Buccaneers lowlier siblings. The drums should be degreased and new brake linings fitted. Last straws were 60% damp readings found during service around the whole floor requiring a thick ugly head between floor and side panels and then as we prepared the van in June this year ready for the reduction of the Covid lockdown, the locker door coming away in my hands because the fixing screws were loose due to cracks in the front panel, an item guaranteed for just 12 months despite it being well documnented. Anyone else having issues getting any reliable news out of Elddis at the moment? Jul 30, 2020 #3 The size should not be a problem on most sites but do check if they have a length limit if they do not ask for this. Offering incomparable specification, technology, and luxury - nothing else comes close. It seems the biggest issue is serious water leaking and the scariest bit is I found out that even though Eldis say it has a 10 yr water ingress guarantee in the small print the front and back is only a one year warranty . Copyright 2016 2023 Caravan & Motorhome Gossip. Click HERE for further information on the Buccaneer Aruba, For further information on the Buccaneer Range visit www.elddis.co.uk. There are those five drawers in the sideboard, too. But we love our Aruba!! Roll on 2029/30 depending on the calendar eh? Technology and Innovation. We have been towing the monster since 2016 and have not had any issues. Spotify and Apple music compatible, 40L onboard water tank giving 80L of continuous water supply, Aquasource waterline for direct connection to the mains supply, External cold water Shower and Rinse with easy-slide chariot socket, Worktops throughout the van to have two-tone brushed edging, Gas Locker door with improved opening mechanism, NEW OPTIONAL Mobile internet & WiFi system, NEW OPTIONAL TV bracket (Layout specific). Highest quality tourer on sale beneath, aircraft-style lockers above and masses of storage under buccaneer caravan problems fixed.! 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