Come on in and take a look at our Elddis Accordo 125, 6m motorhome. Perfect moho for a couple who want a fixed bed and an easily manoeuvrable van to get around most roads.
Lovely and cosy 😊 perfect for adventure days, holidays and short breaks.. we’ve got a Bailey alliance 76-4T which is huge for just the two of us.. ( thought the children would like to join us but they prefer camping 😊)
Really nice to watch your video with a lot of useful information. I'm thinking of getting a motorhome and its really interesting to hear about practical issues etc. Have a lovely summer.
We have the same layout as your van, but the Accordo 125. Could you tell me the dimensions of the lounge table you have made, as it looks so practical within you van, compared to the little think that's installed. Great Vids - keep em coming
Isn't it great when you find the perfect layout? We spent ages looking at vans and when we bought our current one (Marquis 255) we couldn't imagine managing any other layout.I am pleased that you have found the perfect van for you too.
That's a good looking van. I like the fixed bed and garage. There is a few out there with that layout that I've been looking at. I hadn't heard of this one before I saw this video so I will add it to my list. Good video:-)
Hi Tony. Apparently a lot of people who show dogs (small ones) like the van as the garage area can be used for their living/sleeping space, as it has easy access from garage to hab area.
Nice tour of your motor home.Surprised that there wasn’t any spotlights in the cab and bed area.we have a swift Rio 310 6 metre motor home.No fixed bed but rear bathroom and separate shower.Its all a compromise and we still love it with big front lounge.
There was one in bed area. I've now fitted an extra one there and two reading lights in the cab. Thanks for your feedback :) the Rio range is nice. Yes, there is always a compromise somewhere.
lovely informative video and what a brilliant van, we are hoping to get some sort of motorhome/campervan shortly and that layout would definately suit us.
@@KissisAdventures we are thinking of the the Elddis CV40 or Autotrail 636 sport, my wife prefers the 636 Sport as that does have a garage but is a few grand more
@@KissisAdventures I am in Stockton on Tees, so its not to far away, is it still on??? Loads of events been cancelled because of this bloody virus !!!!! This year is a write offf lol
Great video. I have the Majestic 135 (Jan 2017) which is almost the same but no fixed bed, two bench seats and table instead but make it up to a double bed. Can leave bed made up and use seats and table at front. Good idea about making a bigger table for front half dinette, mine is a little round table which is too small. I am glad to hear you use it off grid and the solar panel keeps battery charged, never tried it myself but want to try more CL sites. A good review that covers everything inside and out.
Thanks Robert. We looked at the 135 and thought we could probably leave the bed made up. Once we saw the 125 thought we were set on it. Fortunately, when we started looking seriously, we found one on a private sale with quite a lot of extras. Happy travels!! :)
@@KissisAdventures I meant to say that I had a bike rack fitted above rear hatch. It is a little high but if I take my kitchen folding step it is no trouble. Well worth having.
@@KissisAdventures I bought a Fiamma Carry-Bike Pro from Marquis Tewkesbury in March 2019. It cost (fitted) £385.20. I do use a folding kitchen step to lift the bike onto rack which is 155cm . Since buying mine Fiamma have bought out a manual or electric lift bike rack, from about £650 to £750. I think I'll be sicking to my kitchen step! www.leisureoutlet.com/motorhome-cycle-carriers/cycle-carriers/caravans-and-motorhomes/79344-thule-lift-v16-manual-bicycle-carrier?surface=active&gclid=Cj0KCQiA48j9BRC-ARIsAMQu3WS-WzihOtU_c1tZZX_1alo6uiNG0lWOKL4ElB5J1dyboOl-2Xx7O-MaAkulEALw_wcB
shocked.....didn't see a ledge in the bedroom for my morning tea. we're just about to get a van converted with a fixed bed and a brew ledge is up near the top of the list. aircon going in as well. nice van though
Hi Michael. I did put in a brew shelf but the wife made me take it out after a while, she said it looked a bit kitsch!! What??? I said. But as you may know 'happy wife, happy life'. Lol
I would really like you to demonstrate the extra bed where it could be. I assume that where the dining areas that can be made into a bed it look like it anyway. I'd really like to see you demonstrate it
Hi Janice. The extra bed is made up with a filler cushion that goes on a small section that pulls out from the bench seat. The reversed driver's seat makes up the remainder of the bed length. Not ideal, probably only suitable for a child. Max length 5 feet.
@@KissisAdventures Thant you, 👍🙂 I can see me purchasing something similar In the next couple of years, Retirement, fishing & travelling is looming Fast.....LoL Thanks for the reply Stay Safe Jim 🚐🚐🚐
Love the video bought an evolution version but haven't picked up yet , thanks for the video nailed it for us. Can anyone tell me the dimensions of the boot opening? Getting folding bikes want to ensure they will fit ok
I love it! But... I'm concerned about the All in One bathroom arrangement. 1. Where do you stand to dry yourself off? Do you have to come out and stand butt nekkid in the kitchen?! Ha ha 2. When you've showered and dried yourself and got dressed, how do you dry the room down? Extra towels? Kitchen roll? etc. Thanks for a great tour!
we've put a big shower curtain in now which stops room getting too wet. can get mostly dried in shower room but we also have a vanity curtain by the hab door which gives you a private changing/drying area by the kitchen. :)
Great review. I've been looking at this model. Is it cam belt or cam chain? Can you check the health of your batteries? I can't see a battery checker on the control panel. If we go ahead with this van, can I please bombard you with questions? Thanks in advance, Paul
Great video, we are starting to look at vans ourselves. Can I ask, is that A.C in the roof midships and we have been wondering how you get on with a transverse bed. What happens if the one nearest the back wants the loo in the night?
Hi Geoff. That is AC on the roof but needs repairing. On it when we bought and never found a need for it. It needs 240v and we tend to avoid EHU. transverse bed ok, I have to do the climbing over in the middle of night for loo but having a fixed bed in such a compact van easily outweighs that issue. Hope this helps.
Just found your channel, well done, enjoying catching up on your past videos. We also have a 125 for the past 6 years, and really love it. Think I will add the Fiamm extra security on the habitation door, have you any photo taken from the inside? Presume you through bolted it? Thanks. Malcolm
Hi there. Nice to talk to fellow 125 owners. Although we've had problems with the van, we havent found a better layout yet. Somewhere I have the model number of the lock. It screws into the door post.
@@KissisAdventures In some places the build quality and layout design are a bit dodgy, but for the price we can't find anything that we would chnge her for. Have used her a lot recently in UL of course, but also all throughrance Spain and Germany. looking forward to your next episode.
hi can i ask if you have had any probs with water leaks ie wet carpets or leaking from the fresh water fill ? also damp around the internal wheel arch covers ? i just happen to see a forum on this model and some one had massive probs regarding this water, apparently in 2014 they didnt use sealer around the wheel arches ..i hope you havent had any probs im in love with this van lol ,many thanks
I recently bought a second hand one of this model and thoroughly enjoyed your video. I am interested to know whether you managed to fit a second leisure battery and where / how? Yesterday I visited my dealer and asked about it. He said that it was problematic to fit it in the long cupboard in the garage because after you put the battery into one of the boxes that he says are necessary it becomes too high to go in. I suspect with a little ingenuity a different box could be made to fit, or perhaps line the cupboard... His suggested solution was to put it in the garage behind the present battery, but I want to avoid that. Liked your DIY table!
Hi Geoff. Havent got around to the battery thing yet but when I researched it I remember finding batteries of all different dimensions that would fit that space. We are just about to set off on an 8 week trip to Spain, so a good opportunity to see how well one battery lasts. Good luck with your new van. Happy travels.
We’ve just bought the same van,I noticed in the video you have a lock on your drivers seat,I like that idea,we have a wheel clamp for when it’s parked on the drive at home (very heavy)and a Disklok and a clutch claw for when we are out and about....a bit over the top I know,but like you said,they are very desirable. Could you tell me,how you have fixed the lock to the seat, I’ll try that one as well 😂 nice video by the way.
Hi Mike. Thanks for the comments. I put a thick chain through the big hole under the seat and an even bigger lock. You're right, can't have enough security. We love the 125. We've had a few warranty issues but can't blame the van for that. Bad service from marquis regarding a faulty water heater.
I’ll be doing that and also adding a second battery,we have solar panels and by all accounts are great,haven’t been out in it yet....... chomping at the bit!!!
@@grumpy55 we're just moving house as you may have seen from one of the vids, in order to have the van at home. Think the first job will be a two-battery bank in the long cupboard in the garage. I'm hoping our 100w solar panel will still be enough to keep the two batts topped up. Will have to take some advice on that. Solar is great btw.
@@grumpy55 another thing Mike, there is an Elddis accordo owners facebook page which is good. About 200 members and no bitching :) it's call Elddis Accordo Motorhomes if you're interested.
Hi there, we have the same problem with a large dining table that gets in the way. Really interested in the one you made which I feel would suit us better. Did you buy the table top separately to the swivel base?
Hi, made the table top out of MDF and covered it with a map of Europe then see through fablon. Screwed it onto the existing table post. :) thanks for the feedback.
Nice video, and nice camper! May I ask a couple of questions? 1. I'm 6'5" tall--how would I do in that crossways bed? How long is it? 2. I'm considering a 6.4m Chausson--how much would that extra 0.4m affect ease of parking a driving in your experience?
I will measure length of bed/space for you when it stops raining. 6.4m is a good length, it would just give you that extra bit of room without going to long. They've stopped making ours now so I guess used ones would be harder to find. Watch the width of the van too, ours is a slimmer width than most. Good luck
Hey guys..love your van..were trying to work out the best van layout for us at the mo..do you have any regrets about the layout you chose..and if so what are they ?
Pretty happy with our layout. For 6m vans you do have to compromise on a few things. A separate shower would have been good as ours is a combined toilet/shower. One definate for us would always be to have a garage and a fixed bed. Hope this helps. :)
Just stumbled across your review. We bought a 16 reg accordo 125 during the first lockdown to compensate for the cancelled foreign holidays. Then the wife slipped a disk, then she got covid, now were in lockdown 2 with the mohome stuck on the drive in west yorkshire, wondering if were ever going to get away in it. Looking forward to seeing your adventures and maybe following in your footsteps....particularly to sleights
Hi Bernard, sorry to hear about your setbacks. Hope your wife makes a speedy recovery. It's so frustrating staring out at the van and not being able top use it. We live it's and can't wait for more adventures. Are you in the Elddis Accordo Motorhomes facebook group? Nice little group. Take care :)
Hi, we have a 125 and I’m going to upgrade the table like you have done, but to save me time in research can I be cheeky and ask what length and width of table you have made, and is the new top planted onto the original or does it replace it?
Do you think you have enough power to keep the aircon working for how many hours? I'd love to have an aircon, not only for the hottest nights, but also for more more silent and secure nights (windows closed). And the microwave? Is it really a a power sucker?
Hi Josė. I'm assuming you mean running off the batteries. I only have one battery. I'm no expert but would imagine two batteries totaling at least 200ah would be better. Our solar panel is only 100w so probably at least 200w would be better to top the batteries up. With a suitable inverter there is no reason you couldn't run those items. Check out Greg Virgo or Gadget John for great tips on electrics :)
@@KissisAdventures A single 4D glass mat will give you 200AH. I have 4 of the 4Ds and a 3,000 watt inverter (+1,000W dedicated inverter for the fridge), but I still need the the generator on to run any of the A/C units.
@@KissisAdventures no issues in two years use but on some foreign sites they have very low amperage available so be careful what you hook up to. Your van is not old so I doubt much is wrong.
Hi Gary. We use mostly refillable gas and solar for 12v. Rarely use EHU. 2-3 week trip usually needs one fill of the gas, which costs about £11. Fridge runs quite efficiently on gas.
Hi guys, loving the content and the both of you, really enjoying your adventures. We're looking for a motorhome and just starting out, what made you go for a 6m van? I note a 3.5kg weight limit for standard driver's license, but am looking for as much space as possible under this limit. A few vans come in at around 7.5m so wondered what your reasons were for 6m? Cheers
We wanted something we could take down most roads, get parked easy .. .. ish and be reasonable on fuel. Ours is also a narrow profile. If you are happy driving something bigger then go for it, you'll be glad of the extra comfort. Ours is a bit cramped sometimes especially if you are away in colder times of the year when there's no outside living. Thanks for watching, hope you get sorted :)
@@KissisAdventures Great tips thanks, I hadn't really considered too much about width. How would a 2.32m wide van fair when travelling to south spain through france/Europe and UK etc? Cheers.
@@MrFrobbo roads are great in France and Spain so size is not an issue. Scotland and France a different story. Depends how confident you are and what you've driven before. I wouldn't let it put you off your ideal van just make sure you're confident with the size. You thought of hiring one? :)
@@KissisAdventures thanks again guys. Yes I have pondered a hire, although I'm reasonably confident as used to tow a 29ft tourer caravan so have some experience. Nightmare when I ignored the road closed signs (as you do) and had to turn around 🤣, parking not particular easy without a motor mover too! The MH has dual purpose, emergency 'home' and travel. Thinking UK summer pitch to provide a base and Spain 4 months a year for warmth as parks generally close (if redundancy etc, tough times during a recession too). Any other advice more than welcome. Cheers.
@@KissisAdventures ah :) They were really thin and i couldn't make out the LED's . A really nice van and an enjoyable video . Keep up the great work and thanks for sharing
Absolutely great van this is what we want when we retire. Perfect layout as well .so glad I came across this channel I'm now subs to it lol ....what is the width minus mirrors please ?
Does this make and model, have thermal pane windows? My friend told me, that their camper will take hours to cool down and it's hard, to keep heat in and coolness inside... Are the cabinets, real wood?
Can you expand a bit on what you're asking? We had a warranty claim on the water heater which went on a long time. Eventually after many trips it was diagnosed as a wiring fault which was only under warranty for the first year. Ended up sorting it myself which was a good learning experience.
Hi. Really nice... But 3 Years warranty... That's terrible considering people do less in 3 years than they do in 1 year in a car, and a lot of cars have 5 or even 7 years warranty and cost half the price.. £60k...i only paid £180k for my house and that came with 15 year warranty.. This needs addressing...
I prefer less windows on a motorhome especially for full time living. 6 meters is just a little short and really not much difference in handling compared to a 7.5 meter rig.
@@doglifehub We bought a 7.5 Rapido and full timed in it around 20 plus countries in Europe for over a year. I was a bit nervous at first but very quickly got the detentions of it. In my opinion it’s the minimum and perfect size for full timing and many nights we spent in supermarket car parks here and there. Even being able to stop at Aldi etc to grab our supplies on the way to a campground was great. Anything smaller for full timing would be a real challenge I think. Good luck so jealous that you’re doing that because it was the best time of my life and will do it again… in Australia now 🙂
@@ruairijoseph Thanks for thatI I have experience of driving large vehicles but not for a while. We are really looking forward to it. I can work from the van so it makes it very doable for us. We are beginning to downsize and sell stuff in readiness for it. I'd love to visit Australia. It's on my list lol
@@doglifehub just a few things I’d mention on passing from my experience… I’m guessing you guys are in the UK or Ireland as you mentioned Tesco. If you’re going to spend most of your time in Europe I’d absolutely buy a left-hand drive van. Also, we read lots on forums with lots of handy tips about security etc, like leaving a battery radio on in the van if we were gone out etc. Also we were always so careful where we wild camped (Norway anywhere Eastern Europe nowhere) For full-timing I’m glad we decided on a fixed bed for a more homely feel instead of having to pack a bed away every morning. Also glad we insisted on a separate shower instead of a shower-toilet together as this is just so impractical for full timers. Anyway I could talk about it all night lol. Hope you get round to Australia one day it’s a special place. 🙂
My friends have had 2 motorhomes stolen in a 2 year period and have now bought a holiday home instead. Their last one was a very expensive Kontiki which was stolen by "travellers" and captured on CTV but the police showed very little interest as they tend to do when dealing with certain lawless communities!!
I think so, as it is 3.3 tonnes. I'm old enough to have the old style C1 allowance on my licence. I think on the newer licences you can drive up to 3.5 tonnes.
Great video, I could live in a van like that all year round, so cosy, got everything you need, awesome
Lovely van, and love your modifications, they look fantastic! You've inspired me!
I've been looking for a motor home for a while and I think your van is perfect, thank you for your help, great video, 👍
What a lovely family. Happy motoring x
Lovely Motorhome.
I’ve looked at many vans and I have to say that this layout is the best! We hope to buy one soon 😊
We love the layout and can't honestly say we've seen anything else so far that has what ours has for the price. Good luck
Thank you so much . I really enjoyed this video 🌻.
I enjoyed watching the Video Review 😄
Lovely and cosy 😊 perfect for adventure days, holidays and short breaks.. we’ve got a Bailey alliance 76-4T which is huge for just the two of us.. ( thought the children would like to join us but they prefer camping 😊)
It looks so nice and modern on the outside, I expected more on the inside.
Very nice ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
nice little van 😀😊
Really nice to watch your video with a lot of useful information. I'm thinking of getting a motorhome and its really interesting to hear about practical issues etc. Have a lovely summer.
Wow what a gorgeous little motorhome ,really enjoyed your tour and interesting information ,thank you 😀
No probs, glad you enjoyed :)
Very cosey, and the way your wife has personalised it with the bunting etc is lovely 👏👏
Many thanks, we like it:)
Looks very good. I am thinking of getting something like this 😃
Love the kettle!! X
Lovely motor home 🚐 I'd say it's better suited to a single person as it's rather small for two.
Yep, small but beautifully formed.👍
Thats fab. Great to know thanku
Love the van
Thanks :)
Love the table! Very useful for planning your next adventure
Still enjoy looking at it. :) thanks for watching
We have the same layout as your van, but the Accordo 125. Could you tell me the dimensions of the lounge table you have made, as it looks so practical within you van, compared to the little think that's installed. Great Vids - keep em coming
@@huggie0007 50cm x 61cm, folds over well under window too at that size.
I love it 👍
Isn't it great when you find the perfect layout? We spent ages looking at vans and when we bought our current one (Marquis 255) we couldn't imagine managing any other layout.I am pleased that you have found the perfect van for you too.
Thanks Bob, suits us fine. Will check out the 255 :) happy travels
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That's a good looking van. I like the fixed bed and garage. There is a few out there with that layout that I've been looking at. I hadn't heard of this one before I saw this video so I will add it to my list. Good video:-)
Unfortunately they don't make our model anymore but there are 2nd hand ones out there. Good luck.
Thank you so much for a very well made video!
No probs, glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching :)
It's a nice van , would be an ideal size for me and the dog .
Hi Tony. Apparently a lot of people who show dogs (small ones) like the van as the garage area can be used for their living/sleeping space, as it has easy access from garage to hab area.
Nice video thanks very informative and a few good ideas 👍👍👍
No probs, glad you enjoyed :)
Perfect for myself ❤❤
A very nice camper van. I would love it for myself.👍💕🌼
Love from California.🌸
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Good tour of your van, we have an Accordo 105. 6m long and not much more than panel van width suits us fine.
We nearly bought the 105 but decided in the end to go for the fixed bed. Thanks for the feedback.
Really nice real world walk through. You also seem to be very nice people. Best summer wishes from Sweden :)
Thanks Swedish friends, what's the motorhoming like up there?
This was a great review of your van, thanks.
Thanks, it's got everything we want and suits our needs :)
Nice design.... I wish the RV companies in the US had the same good taste as they have in Europe
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I didn't spot any L-plates, most 125's you see have L-plates :) Nice van. no idea why anyone would give you a thumbs down.
great vid loveyourhumility
Nice tour of your motor home.Surprised that there wasn’t any spotlights in the cab and bed area.we have a swift Rio 310 6 metre motor home.No fixed bed but rear bathroom and separate shower.Its all a compromise and we still love it with big front lounge.
There was one in bed area. I've now fitted an extra one there and two reading lights in the cab. Thanks for your feedback :) the Rio range is nice. Yes, there is always a compromise somewhere.
lovely informative video and what a brilliant van, we are hoping to get some sort of motorhome/campervan shortly and that layout would definately suit us.
Thanks Trevor. A 6m, slimline van was definitely a bonus in Cornwall last week. This model isn't much wider than the peugeot boxer van it's based on.
Not sure where you're based but next weekend is the Lincoln motorhome show. Great for getting around all the dealers and exploring lots of vans
@@KissisAdventures we are thinking of the the Elddis CV40 or Autotrail 636 sport, my wife prefers the 636 Sport as that does have a garage but is a few grand more
@@KissisAdventures I am in Stockton on Tees, so its not to far away, is it still on??? Loads of events been cancelled because of this bloody virus !!!!! This year is a write offf lol
@@trevlocke1962 not heard anything to the contrary yet
Great video. I have the Majestic 135 (Jan 2017) which is almost the same but no fixed bed, two bench seats and table instead but make it up to a double bed. Can leave bed made up and use seats and table at front. Good idea about making a bigger table for front half dinette, mine is a little round table which is too small. I am glad to hear you use it off grid and the solar panel keeps battery charged, never tried it myself but want to try more CL sites. A good review that covers everything inside and out.
Thanks Robert. We looked at the 135 and thought we could probably leave the bed made up. Once we saw the 125 thought we were set on it. Fortunately, when we started looking seriously, we found one on a private sale with quite a lot of extras. Happy travels!! :)
@@KissisAdventures I meant to say that I had a bike rack fitted above rear hatch. It is a little high but if I take my kitchen folding step it is no trouble. Well worth having.
@@robertcrouch4664 be interested to know which model you got. Been looking at the fiamma ones and there's loads of them. Thanks
@@KissisAdventures I bought a Fiamma Carry-Bike Pro from Marquis Tewkesbury in March 2019. It cost (fitted) £385.20. I do use a folding kitchen step to lift the bike onto rack which is 155cm . Since buying mine Fiamma have bought out a manual or electric lift bike rack, from about £650 to £750. I think I'll be sicking to my kitchen step! www.leisureoutlet.com/motorhome-cycle-carriers/cycle-carriers/caravans-and-motorhomes/79344-thule-lift-v16-manual-bicycle-carrier?surface=active&gclid=Cj0KCQiA48j9BRC-ARIsAMQu3WS-WzihOtU_c1tZZX_1alo6uiNG0lWOKL4ElB5J1dyboOl-2Xx7O-MaAkulEALw_wcB
shocked.....didn't see a ledge in the bedroom for my morning tea. we're just about to get a van converted with a fixed bed and a brew ledge is up near the top of the list. aircon going in as well. nice van though
Hi Michael. I did put in a brew shelf but the wife made me take it out after a while, she said it looked a bit kitsch!! What??? I said. But as you may know 'happy wife, happy life'. Lol
I would really like you to demonstrate the extra bed where it could be. I assume that where the dining areas that can be made into a bed it look like it anyway. I'd really like to see you demonstrate it
Hi Janice. The extra bed is made up with a filler cushion that goes on a small section that pulls out from the bench seat. The reversed driver's seat makes up the remainder of the bed length. Not ideal, probably only suitable for a child. Max length 5 feet.
I think the engine in the Euro 6 motorhome is a 2.0 diesel with AdBlue and is 160BHP. Mine is a 2017 135 and is 2.0 ltr.
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Very Nice, insurance would've been good to hear about & also MPG
MPG About 31mpg. Insurance about £250/year
@@KissisAdventures Thant you, 👍🙂 I can see me purchasing something similar In the next couple of years, Retirement, fishing & travelling is looming Fast.....LoL
Thanks for the reply Stay Safe Jim 🚐🚐🚐
I'm single and this looks to be the right fit.
Perfect for that!! Lol
Love the video bought an evolution version but haven't picked up yet , thanks for the video nailed it for us. Can anyone tell me the dimensions of the boot opening? Getting folding bikes want to ensure they will fit ok
I love it! But...
I'm concerned about the All in One bathroom arrangement.
1. Where do you stand to dry yourself off? Do you have to come out and stand butt nekkid in the kitchen?! Ha ha
2. When you've showered and dried yourself and got dressed, how do you dry the room down? Extra towels? Kitchen roll? etc.
Thanks for a great tour!
we've put a big shower curtain in now which stops room getting too wet. can get mostly dried in shower room but we also have a vanity curtain by the hab door which gives you a private changing/drying area by the kitchen. :)
@@KissisAdventures Thank you for that. I guessed that was the solution. I also guess it minimises the amount of "towelling down" of the room?
Great review. I've been looking at this model. Is it cam belt or cam chain? Can you check the health of your batteries? I can't see a battery checker on the control panel. If we go ahead with this van, can I please bombard you with questions?
Thanks in advance, Paul
Great video, we are starting to look at vans ourselves. Can I ask, is that A.C in the roof midships and we have been wondering how you get on with a transverse bed. What happens if the one nearest the back wants the loo in the night?
Hi Geoff. That is AC on the roof but needs repairing. On it when we bought and never found a need for it. It needs 240v and we tend to avoid EHU. transverse bed ok, I have to do the climbing over in the middle of night for loo but having a fixed bed in such a compact van easily outweighs that issue. Hope this helps.
Just found your channel, well done, enjoying catching up on your past videos. We also have a 125 for the past 6 years, and really love it. Think I will add the Fiamm extra security on the habitation door, have you any photo taken from the inside? Presume you through bolted it? Thanks. Malcolm
Hi there. Nice to talk to fellow 125 owners. Although we've had problems with the van, we havent found a better layout yet. Somewhere I have the model number of the lock. It screws into the door post.
@@KissisAdventures In some places the build quality and layout design are a bit dodgy, but for the price we can't find anything that we would chnge her for. Have used her a lot recently in UL of course, but also all throughrance Spain and Germany. looking forward to your next episode.
hi can i ask if you have had any probs with water leaks ie wet carpets or leaking from the fresh water fill ? also damp around the internal wheel arch covers ? i just happen to see a forum on this model and some one had massive probs regarding this water, apparently in 2014 they didnt use sealer around the wheel arches ..i hope you havent had any probs im in love with this van lol ,many thanks
I recently bought a second hand one of this model and thoroughly enjoyed your video. I am interested to know whether you managed to fit a second leisure battery and where / how? Yesterday I visited my dealer and asked about it. He said that it was problematic to fit it in the long cupboard in the garage because after you put the battery into one of the boxes that he says are necessary it becomes too high to go in. I suspect with a little ingenuity a different box could be made to fit, or perhaps line the cupboard... His suggested solution was to put it in the garage behind the present battery, but I want to avoid that. Liked your DIY table!
Hi Geoff. Havent got around to the battery thing yet but when I researched it I remember finding batteries of all different dimensions that would fit that space. We are just about to set off on an 8 week trip to Spain, so a good opportunity to see how well one battery lasts. Good luck with your new van. Happy travels.
@@KissisAdventures Enjoy your Spanish adventure!
Hi i have the 135 which i prefer? Same as yours but got the lounge at the back - on site i leave the bed nade up n use the front lounge .
We’ve just bought the same van,I noticed in the video you have a lock on your drivers seat,I like that idea,we have a wheel clamp for when it’s parked on the drive at home (very heavy)and a Disklok and a clutch claw for when we are out and about....a bit over the top I know,but like you said,they are very desirable.
Could you tell me,how you have fixed the lock to the seat, I’ll try that one as well 😂 nice video by the way.
Hi Mike. Thanks for the comments. I put a thick chain through the big hole under the seat and an even bigger lock. You're right, can't have enough security. We love the 125. We've had a few warranty issues but can't blame the van for that. Bad service from marquis regarding a faulty water heater.
I’ll be doing that and also adding a second battery,we have solar panels and by all accounts are great,haven’t been out in it yet....... chomping at the bit!!!
@@grumpy55 we're just moving house as you may have seen from one of the vids, in order to have the van at home. Think the first job will be a two-battery bank in the long cupboard in the garage. I'm hoping our 100w solar panel will still be enough to keep the two batts topped up. Will have to take some advice on that. Solar is great btw.
@@grumpy55 another thing Mike, there is an Elddis accordo owners facebook page which is good. About 200 members and no bitching :) it's call Elddis Accordo Motorhomes if you're interested.
@@KissisAdventures Thanks for that,I’ll have a look on.
😍😍💕👌🏼wow...
I like it.. This caravan.. How much indian money
Hi there, we have the same problem with a large dining table that gets in the way. Really interested in the one you made which I feel would suit us better. Did you buy the table top separately to the swivel base?
Hi, made the table top out of MDF and covered it with a map of Europe then see through fablon. Screwed it onto the existing table post. :) thanks for the feedback.
Nice video, and nice camper! May I ask a couple of questions?
1. I'm 6'5" tall--how would I do in that crossways bed? How long is it?
2. I'm considering a 6.4m Chausson--how much would that extra 0.4m affect ease of parking a driving in your experience?
I will measure length of bed/space for you when it stops raining. 6.4m is a good length, it would just give you that extra bit of room without going to long. They've stopped making ours now so I guess used ones would be harder to find. Watch the width of the van too, ours is a slimmer width than most. Good luck
Bed/mattress length 6'. Internal bedroom length 6'6"". So a 6"" overlap to dangle your feet over. :) hope that's useful
Hey guys..love your van..were trying to work out the best van layout for us at the mo..do you have any regrets about the layout you chose..and if so what are they ?
Pretty happy with our layout. For 6m vans you do have to compromise on a few things. A separate shower would have been good as ours is a combined toilet/shower. One definate for us would always be to have a garage and a fixed bed. Hope this helps. :)
Just stumbled across your review. We bought a 16 reg accordo 125 during the first lockdown to compensate for the cancelled foreign holidays. Then the wife slipped a disk, then she got covid, now were in lockdown 2 with the mohome stuck on the drive in west yorkshire, wondering if were ever going to get away in it. Looking forward to seeing your adventures and maybe following in your footsteps....particularly to sleights
Hi Bernard, sorry to hear about your setbacks. Hope your wife makes a speedy recovery. It's so frustrating staring out at the van and not being able top use it. We live it's and can't wait for more adventures. Are you in the Elddis Accordo Motorhomes facebook group? Nice little group. Take care :)
Hi, we have a 125 and I’m going to upgrade the table like you have done, but to save me time in research can I be cheeky and ask what length and width of table you have made, and is the new top planted onto the original or does it replace it?
Do you think you have enough power to keep the aircon working for how many hours?
I'd love to have an aircon, not only for the hottest nights, but also for more more silent and secure nights (windows closed).
And the microwave? Is it really a a power sucker?
Hi Josė. I'm assuming you mean running off the batteries. I only have one battery. I'm no expert but would imagine two batteries totaling at least 200ah would be better. Our solar panel is only 100w so probably at least 200w would be better to top the batteries up. With a suitable inverter there is no reason you couldn't run those items. Check out Greg Virgo or Gadget John for great tips on electrics :)
@@KissisAdventures A single 4D glass mat will give you 200AH. I have 4 of the 4Ds and a 3,000 watt inverter (+1,000W dedicated inverter for the fridge), but I still need the the generator on to run any of the A/C units.
@@rich7447 thanks Rich
I think your air conditioner only works on 240volt hookup, I have one in my van and they are worth having..
Thanks John. Yes it is 240v and does blow. It just doesn't blow cold. I do need to get it looked at. Have you had any issues with yours?
@@KissisAdventures no issues in two years use but on some foreign sites they have very low amperage available so be careful what you hook up to. Your van is not old so I doubt much is wrong.
A/C doesn't work off of the generator too?
andy is your van the same model as the elddis acordo 125 ? getting confused here lol
Yes Elddis make them for Marquis too. Who are supposedly the biggest Motorhome seller in the UK. They are branded the Majestic 125.
Nice size with fixed bed do u run it on the lpg gas or both its mostly wot worry me is cost
Hi Gary. We use mostly refillable gas and solar for 12v. Rarely use EHU. 2-3 week trip usually needs one fill of the gas, which costs about £11. Fridge runs quite efficiently on gas.
Hi guys, loving the content and the both of you, really enjoying your adventures. We're looking for a motorhome and just starting out, what made you go for a 6m van? I note a 3.5kg weight limit for standard driver's license, but am looking for as much space as possible under this limit. A few vans come in at around 7.5m so wondered what your reasons were for 6m?
Cheers
We wanted something we could take down most roads, get parked easy .. .. ish and be reasonable on fuel. Ours is also a narrow profile. If you are happy driving something bigger then go for it, you'll be glad of the extra comfort. Ours is a bit cramped sometimes especially if you are away in colder times of the year when there's no outside living. Thanks for watching, hope you get sorted :)
@@KissisAdventures Great tips thanks, I hadn't really considered too much about width. How would a 2.32m wide van fair when travelling to south spain through france/Europe and UK etc? Cheers.
@@MrFrobbo roads are great in France and Spain so size is not an issue. Scotland and France a different story. Depends how confident you are and what you've driven before. I wouldn't let it put you off your ideal van just make sure you're confident with the size. You thought of hiring one? :)
@@KissisAdventures thanks again guys. Yes I have pondered a hire, although I'm reasonably confident as used to tow a 29ft tourer caravan so have some experience. Nightmare when I ignored the road closed signs (as you do) and had to turn around 🤣, parking not particular easy without a motor mover too! The MH has dual purpose, emergency 'home' and travel. Thinking UK summer pitch to provide a base and Spain 4 months a year for warmth as parks generally close (if redundancy etc, tough times during a recession too). Any other advice more than welcome. Cheers.
Whats the copper wire you have going around the perimeter . Is it an induction loop ?
Hi. No, they're fairy lights or were. We've took them down. Although they look lovely at night, they look messy during the day. :)
@@KissisAdventures ah :) They were really thin and i couldn't make out the LED's . A really nice van and an enjoyable video . Keep up the great work and thanks for sharing
Andy have you had any probs with this van ie damp ? Cheers
No damp problems although have had issues with water heater but now solved. You'll never get a perfect van, there'll always be something.
hi, i have the 125 as well. what was the fiamma door safe lock model number, as i need to get one
Absolutely great van this is what we want when we retire. Perfect layout as well .so glad I came across this channel I'm now subs to it lol ....what is the width minus mirrors please ?
it's 2.14m, 2.6m with mirrors out. That's narrow. We have the shorter mirrors. Thanks for lovely feedback.
@@KissisAdventures sorry can i ask whats that in old school feet and inches please..cheers
Does this make and model, have thermal pane windows? My friend told me, that their camper will take hours to cool down and it's hard, to keep heat in and coolness inside... Are the cabinets, real wood?
it has double glazed windows. cabinets are compressed wood/mdf style
Sorry guys
Just seen Hyundai have come out with a cracking motor home starting at 42k dollars!! (see CZcams) if that has 7 year warranty!!!!
Yyyaaaaawwwnnnn!!
You need a ione battery 🔋 everyone says they are great 👍
Would love one when the price comes down a bit :)
you mentioned an issue with your warranty?
Can you expand a bit on what you're asking? We had a warranty claim on the water heater which went on a long time. Eventually after many trips it was diagnosed as a wiring fault which was only under warranty for the first year. Ended up sorting it myself which was a good learning experience.
Hi. Really nice... But 3 Years warranty... That's terrible considering people do less in 3 years than they do in 1 year in a car, and a lot of cars have 5 or even 7 years warranty and cost half the price.. £60k...i only paid £180k for my house and that came with 15 year warranty.. This needs addressing...
My anxiety in there would be immense. I wouldnt be able to breathe
do you need a c1 for that
No, under 3.5 tonnes
I prefer less windows on a motorhome especially for full time living. 6 meters is just a little short and really not much difference in handling compared to a 7.5 meter rig.
We're thinking of going full-time. Are 7.5 metres okay for tecso car parks etc?
@@doglifehub We bought a 7.5 Rapido and full timed in it around 20 plus countries in Europe for over a year. I was a bit nervous at first but very quickly got the detentions of it. In my opinion it’s the minimum and perfect size for full timing and many nights we spent in supermarket car parks here and there. Even being able to stop at Aldi etc to grab our supplies on the way to a campground was great. Anything smaller for full timing would be a real challenge I think. Good luck so jealous that you’re doing that because it was the best time of my life and will do it again… in Australia now 🙂
@@ruairijoseph Thanks for thatI I have experience of driving large vehicles but not for a while. We are really looking forward to it. I can work from the van so it makes it very doable for us. We are beginning to downsize and sell stuff in readiness for it. I'd love to visit Australia. It's on my list lol
@@doglifehub just a few things I’d mention on passing from my experience… I’m guessing you guys are in the UK or Ireland as you mentioned Tesco. If you’re going to spend most of your time in Europe I’d absolutely buy a left-hand drive van. Also, we read lots on forums with lots of handy tips about security etc, like leaving a battery radio on in the van if we were gone out etc. Also we were always so careful where we wild camped (Norway anywhere Eastern Europe nowhere) For full-timing I’m glad we decided on a fixed bed for a more homely feel instead of having to pack a bed away every morning. Also glad we insisted on a separate shower instead of a shower-toilet together as this is just so impractical for full timers. Anyway I could talk about it all night lol. Hope you get round to Australia one day it’s a special place. 🙂
Is it that unsafe in U.K. & Europe that extra locks needed?
Theft of motorhomes and campervans is quite common. Some people spend a lot of money on their pride and joy so worth the extra security investment :)
You can’t have enough locks on as far as I’m concerned,there’s some horrible people out there.
My friends have had 2 motorhomes stolen in a 2 year period and have now bought a holiday home instead.
Their last one was a very expensive Kontiki which was stolen by "travellers" and captured on CTV but the police showed very little interest as they tend to do when dealing with certain lawless communities!!
How much
Hi are you sure that’s only 6m long?
Sure am. Well it's 5.99m
Could u tell me How much to buy one like this? Thnk u.
You're probs looking at 50k new. Not a cheap pastime. Maybe 30k, 4-5 years old
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How tall are you?
5' 10""
Bed size?
About the size of a regular double, queen size. We use fitted sheets for a queen anyway
Can you drive it on a normal car license thanks .
I think so, as it is 3.3 tonnes. I'm old enough to have the old style C1 allowance on my licence. I think on the newer licences you can drive up to 3.5 tonnes.
Hi. How much is it
New they are about £45k
@@KissisAdventures Thanks 😊
@@KissisAdventures 45 grand!! Are you insane? Its a van with a bed and a couple of cupboards.
@@mrdeafa25 😂
@@KissisAdventures thatz chep çirvert
No TV
How much was it ??
Hello. i need a motor home to travel around the world for "Global Peace Mission" on FOC basis plz. Regards. M.Aslam Khan..
Has plenty of space for a dry bath. Unimpressive design overall.
what are u doin?
it's a waste of time totally bad review not informative