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The Swift Conqueror 530 caravan is four berth model with an end washroom, nearside kitchen, an offside dinette which becomes two bunk beds and parallel seating at the front.
The kitchen has a dual fuel hob with 800w electric hotplate and three gas burners, a grill, oven and microwave. The matt cream coloured lockers contrast with the black appliances and the granite look sink and work tops are a light colour. Is there enough storage for groceries, crockery and pans for four people? Yes, we believe so thanks to generously sized upper lockers and cupboards below worktops.
The end shower room is spacious and has green credentials thanks to the Ecocamel shower head which injects air into the water supply, thus saving water yet still gives a good shower.
The shower is rectangular with a bi-fold door. The heated towel rail is against the side wall, and the wardrobe has the Alde heating system reservoir in it.
Living space is flexible; many people use this layout just for two people leaving the front lounge area made up as a bed, or beds, and use the side dinette for sitting and dining; others convert the dinette at night to sleeping accommodation for children.
Please note the inlay panel in the door leading to the shower room; we liked it and thought it adds an extra touch of pizzazz.
The upholstery is a tweed look (which appears to be the “in” scheme for 2014) with heavily patterned curtains; they are grey with swirls details that co-ordinate well with the company’s long used Mali Acacia wood grain cabinets with cream infills. Other fabric options are available.
LED lighting is standard and for extra energy maximisation a 40W solar panel is fitted as standard.
Security features fitted as standard include AL-KO AKS stabiliser, AL-KO ATC trailer control anti snaking system, Al-KO shock absorbers, a receiver for AL-KO Secure wheel lock, and a Thatcham approved TRACKER retrieve system.
There are great insurance savings to be claimed for the ATC and Tracker system, check out the insurance discounts page for details.
For 2014 models Swift Group launched its new SMART intelligent construction system. The company describes the system as SMART as, “Proven technology that provides a Strong timber-less body frame with Modern desirable looks and a leading Aerodynamic shape that is Resilient to moisture, all wrapped up in a caravan that has undergone the most comprehensive Testing. ”
It adds further information that, “The new Strong timberless body frame uses ‘PURe’, a tough, hard polyurethane based product that is totally impervious to water and has been proven through use. The construction method prevents the transfer of moisture from the 5000 Series marine grade aluminium sidewalls to the wall board inside, making the caravan highly Resilient to moisture.”
Verdict: It’s a very comfortable caravan, with a specification level that many people aspire too. The easy to fill 30L in-board water tank will appeal to many caravanners, especially those who tour all year round.
Cost to insure: £262*
In summary:
- Berths; 4
- Length including tow bar; 7.22m
- Internal length; 5.50m
- Overall width; 2.31m
- Headroom; 1.95m
- MRO; 1535kgs
- MTPLM; 1688kgs
- Overall height; 2.67m
- Awning size; 9.88m
Visit the Swift website for more information.
Recommended Retail Price £22,045.00**
*Caravan insurance is based on 2014 Swift Conqueror 530 caravan retailing at £22,045. Fitted with hitchlock, wheel clamp, AL-KO ATC anti-snaking device and TRACKER Retrieve. Kept on drive at HX4 0BE. Caravanners over 30 years old, claim free for 3 years and a member of a caravanning club. £100 excess. 180 days European cover and up to £75 per day for up to 15 days emergency accommodation cover included. Legal expenses cover, extended European cover and other emergency accommodation expenses cover options are available at extra cost. Quote includes 10% online discount and 6% Insurance Premium Tax and is correct as of 06/04/2014
**Price is ex-works and includes VAT @ 20% but excludes a recommended retailer delivery charge of £545.00 including VAT which includes delivery and preparing your caravan for collection by you.
I read with interest the above comments on the swift conqueror. We had a
540 which was a nice van till we found out that there is water egress and dry rot in a lot of the swift models. We have since got rid and have bought a different make. Other people and friend we have talked to with swift vans have the same water problems and rot. Its about time we the purchasers complained to the NCC to get this sorted manufactures are getting away with our hard earned money and are caravans for using not being in the work shop for repairs.
Hi Lucie,
It’s back to the south of France again this year. All in, we’ve clocked up more than 8000 miles in our wee 480 so far. Any problems encountered have in the main been self-inflicted. We can’t wait to hit the continent again in a matter of weeks. Our dealer in Northern Ireland is most helpful and a joy to deal with. Great caravan to live with and to look at. The new Elegance has a lo to live up to!
I have a 2011 Conqueror 480 which I have owned from new. This caravan has given me immense pleasure as it has proved extremely reliable and is a comfort to live in. My journeys have taken me from home in N Ireland across Europe to Italy, France and Spain and the caravan has proven extremely reliable throughout. The Alde heating is great boon. It took me a while to get used to the water system, but I have now mastered it. I have the old Alde control panel and am considering updating to the new much more user friendly version. This caravan replaced my old 1998 Corniche 17/3, again and extremely enjoyable and unique caravan. Kep up the good work Swift.
Hi Edwin, thanks for getting inn touch. It’s really good to hear that you’re happy with your Conqueror – do you plan on going anywhere in it over the summer?
Lucie
Caravan Guard
once again the seats have those dreadfully uncomfotable knee-rolls. When will caravan manufacturers learn that most small people find them downright painful. Add a total knee replacement to the equation and the result is extremely painful. The extra height of the knee-roll prevents my feet from touching the floor, hence the weight of my lower leg dangles from the knee. Ouch! The pronounced knee-roll spoils any use of the front seating area as two single bunks. Which is the way we tend to use our caravan. No, I would avoid purchasing any caravan with knee-rolls in the main sitting area.
I know its a we bit late, but purchased our new 2014 conqueror 565 back in December we have finally spent a couple of nights in it and found that we are both very pleased with it and happy too. We were happy with the company(Brayford lesuire of Lincoln) that we bought it from and took our old one away(12 years old). Finally happy with the insurance too.
That’s great to hear, thanks for sharing!
Just on my second outing in my 2014 model caravan, love the layout and finish, sadly disappointed that I have experienced a number of issues which should have been checked before leaving the factory, or picked up on PDI, eg Microwave not working, this was not broke it was a simple plug behind the microwave not connected, top corner locker, different to all the rest (not a shiny finish), low level floor light not working, then most disappointing the awning rail would not take our Fiamma Canopy or our light weight awning, obviously the van has to go back to a dealer for repair, SO so disappointing not enough time spent on quality control.
Sorry to hear that Glyn. Fingers crossed you get these issues resolved in time for a season of summer touring.
Lucie
Caravan Guard
We have a 2011 model 530 and are extremely happy with it, looking over the updated unit theres not really much change however I don’t like the new shiny finish on the interior woodwork or the chrome handles? and I have to say I do prefer my Silver Sided edition, it makes it stand out and adds to the
image of the top of the range models, “although I know this is no longer the case” so No I would not change at this time. Keep trying .
My wife and I have recently purchased the new 530 and on the whole are very pleased with it. We are on our second outing with it, but unfortunately have had a water pump problem in that water is not being lifted from the Aquaroll. Back to the dealer at the weekend!!
My wife is also disappointed that there is no electric socket near to a mirror, so for hair-drying purposes, a short extension lead is having to be employed.
We have the 2008 Swift 530 and love it except for the poor lighting over the sink. The 2014 model is very nice but I do not like the electrical points on the top of the lounge dresser, I hate to see plugs and wires showing when sitting in the lounge. The new top window is nice but I prefer the two cupboards without the window. There was no need for more light in the van it is bright enough. We have been away in our ven for 6 months at a time and storage is important. The solar panel is excellent, we have just had on installed. But overall the van is a delight.
Hi Eileen,
Thanks for getting in touch, it’s great to hear such a thorough review from a customer! It sounds a though you’ve got a very bright, efficient and environmentally-friendly ‘van there!
Lucie
Caravan Guard