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Eterniti Caravans are new kids on the block and we saw two of the new models for the first time at the 2012 Motorhome, Caravan and Camping Show held at London’s fabulous ExCel exhibition centre in February.
There will be four models in the range, two twin axle versions and two single axle models which will all be built on BPW chassis. All feature keyless entry, air-conditioning, electric powered slide-out side, power awning and even a small bathtub, it’s more a hip bath really, with a shower over it. The exterior has laminated fibreglass sides. Extra wide entry doors with fly screens are standard features.
The philosophy behind the range is to produce a high specification caravan, light enough to tow, but with unrivalled living space and hassle free set-up on site, according to the company’s Director, a keen caravanner.
The models on show were pre-production prototypes made in America but production models will be built in Widnes, Cheshire, beginning as we understand it, in April. NCC approval is pending, we were told. Some components will be imported from the USA and these include air conditioning, power awning, slide-out side and the keyless entry system.
At a push of a button the slide-out side extends the living space in around 16 seconds and the awning with an 8ft span takes 24 seconds to extend. The hot water tank holds 37.8 litres and the on-board cold water tank holds 75.7 litres, so enough for that small bath, that has a capacity of 44.5 litres.
The EC2-26-IB4 is a four berth model with an island king-size bed in the slide-out section. Unique to this model are two entrance doors; one to the living space and one to the end bathroom, which is also accessed internally.
The EC2-26-BB6 is a six-berth model, with transverse triple bunks at the rear; the model we saw had wrap-around seating at the front and an L shape kitchen.
Both models tip the scales at 1900kgs MTPLM; the MRO for the island bed version is estimated at 1690kgs. The actual MRO for the triple bunk model is 1587kgs.
Both sport an overall length of 8.44m and are 2.33m wide with a price tag of £24,995 including VAT.
Optional security and safety features include BPW iDC trailer (£895) and a tracker device (£450). We’d certainly suggest investing in both to lower the cost of caravan insurance for this high end outfit. Eterniti told us they are yet to decide which tracking device to offer their customers; as big insurance discounts can apply make sure its an insurer approved caravan tracking device.
The company will sell direct from its UK showroom, without a dealer network and servicing will be done at the customer’s choice of location by company approved mobile service agents.
Verdict
They are very different from caravans as we know them; they are a niche market product, indeed the company aspire to make between 300 and 400 units this year and we were told that design and finish tweaks will be made during the production phase after listening to feedback from visitors to the stand. You’ll need a hefty 4×4 to tow with. The company plans to exhibit at The Motorhome and Caravan Show to be held at NEC Birmingham, in October; we’ll catch up with it at that time.
Cost to insure: £543*
* Caravan insurance cost based on Eterniti EC2-26-BB6 £24,995 (both caravans cost the same to insure). Fitted with hitchlock, two wheelclamps, and a Caravan Guard approved tracking device. Kept on drive at HX4 0BE. Caravanners over 30 years old, claim free for 3 years and a member of a caravanning club. Quote includes 10% online discount and 6% Insurance Premium Tax and is correct as of 20.03.12.
Looking at purchasing a Large slide out type caravan but for 2 people. The EC2-26-IB4 would be ideal if the lounge area was more like a sitting room area and not made for turning into a bed area. Can this be done?? (ie settee & two luxury chairs etc ?/)
We went touring in Western Australia this year in a Jayco sterling which had an east west bed that slid out, the space it made was brill. I have looked at different 2013 models with east west beds but because they don’t slide out its difficult for people to get through. Why do they design east west aisle beds where only the person,the one who sleeps on the right can access the toilet, it doesn’t make sense. We look forward with interest at seeing your caravans at the NEC hopefully,having experienced using a caravan with slide out side.
Hi Alex, Practical Caravan recommend a Toyota Land Cruiser, I have one and it’s brilliant or a Landrover Discovery.
Saw these at NEC IB4 great caravan love the wide doors my s-i-l has learning difficulties and is on the large side so wider doors fab, also great big end washroom with outside entrance great,slide out is out of this world, a bit short on cupboard space, we where going to by Motorhome to have gap year ( one to two years traveling around europe, we are both 60 in April ) now we are having a very big re think, do not know what towing vehicle we will have to go for, anyone any ideas? we thinking ML 320 (not new)
Hi Alex, you probably will need a pretty big car to pull one of these.
You could visit Towsure for a bit of help finding an ideal tow car match.
Kind regards
Craig
Caravan Guard
As to the previous post,we were told this was a model that was put together in a rush for the show.
On the strength of the caravan alone we ordered a BB5,there were caravans at the show that were more money and not as well spec’d
Even the MD came over to thank us for the purchase,now that’s service,please keep it up and these caravans will take off!
What a breath of FRESH AIR “The new kid on the block” has got it right first time…Would love one but the P/X price for mine was so low I could not believe it……Would have bought at the show if the P/X had been better…
The (FREE AWNING) was soaked up by bad P/X…
Should I win the lottery they have a customer…
We saw these at the NEC and were very impressed and were looking to purchase. The interiors were superb, the best at the show, however what put us off was the finish to the exterior. Where the body panels were joined, in some places there was an inch gap filled with silicone, (not even applied neatly) not good! We all know how filth silicone can get when the caravan has been on the road. Even where the awning was attached there were globs of silicone. Sort this out and you have another buyer!
These look AMAZING! Me and my husband are definatley looking at buying one – so worth the price.. Theyre new on the market – the caravaning world hasnt seen anything like this and i think this will seriously take off.. They look amazing!!
cant wait to see one of these in the flesh would use it as a seasonal set up looks favorable when compared to a fith wheeler
What shows will you be at pleas
Look’s good I would love a caravan with both tripple bunds and a fixed bed but at the end of the day, you can oly fit so much into a space.
Hi Mr Craven,
I’m not sure if the 6 berth has bunk beds in the slideout, but I do know that Eterniti give customers the option of having a triple or double bunk behind the bathroom at no extra cost.
Neil
Caravan Guard
Hope the 6 berth has the slide out with bunk bed, and only two fixed behind the bathroom, As triple bunks just don’t work when kids grow over seven years old !
Or do two bunks in the slide out end to end and larger kitchen area, with end wardrobe at side of bathroom.
Air-con should also be an option…