ultimate campers

If you have the money i don't think you could go wrong but check out the yahoo groupsforum on camper trailers im sure at leats 25% of them have one from what i hear.
im so jealous .
try the link
or cut and paste in your browser and sign up its free(unpaid advert lol)

http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/campertrailers

CHEERS1999 NISSAN NAVARA DUALCAB
DIESEL 3.2 & SPRINGY CARLTON TOY

some one just sold one on this site b4 easter in about 2 weeks. he should respond to you soon. Ps they look greatAround Oz 06/2004

Hi

My wife and I pick up our Ultimate on Monday. Can't wait.

We did some extensive research into off road trailers before we settled on the Ultimate.

If money is not too much of an issue then all I can say is you pay for what you get.

The three front runners that we settled on were the Kimberly Camper, The Tvan and the Ultimate.

Each had there pros and cons. Weight, height, kitchen inside/outside.

In all Off road they are very similar in performance.

For us, the ultimate offered just a bit more in the options and comfort, but at a price!!!

All the top of the price range, eg $25K and up, are excellent quality.

Good luck in your choice.

Oh yeah the other downside to the Ultimate, a 6 month+ waiting list.

Cheers

Ivan and Deb, am I right to assume you don't have kids?

BTW, a recent 4x4 magazine (can't remember which one, can anyone else) ran a story comparing the Ultimate with the Kimberly.Be good, or be quick.
Rohan (Sydney)

Ivan & Deb,

No, I'm not the poor bloke that wants to bag the rich people camper stuff but I've looked at them and would never buy one. In all honesty they're perfect for the DINKS (double income no kids) and those that can't hack a few days up on the mitchell plateau in a tent (location for example purposes) well, maybe they're from Fawlty Towers. Everyone's got their preferences but a Jayco camper trailer(offroad version) is all above aground, double beds at each end, kitchen/dining area. Alot more room and the best model, I think is the eagle or similar is about $20,000 new.
They will do any beach run compared to the 'ultimate' plus more luxury.
Here's a scenario; the ultimate will put up with more punishment from Derby to the Mitchell plateau and back. There's more wear and tear on the vehicle that's towing and for the sake of what? ie. I would park the caravan/campertrailer whatever at the Derby caravan park and do a short tour with a quick erect tent and save on the good old vehicle's health. If the Ultimate is the best offroad trailer on the market how often do you actually access areas that are more extreme than what any camper trailer can handle? I suppose somebody's been to the moon and back.
I mention these points as you seem to be targeting the easiest to set up type of camper trailers and after being to a few Camping & Caravanning shows, Jayco have convinced us over any other brands ie my personal needs are beach, large living areas, luxury and easiest setup - are probably 60 seconds longer than the ultimate vans. You may be critical but just take five to look at the Jayco offroad range and consider it. My wife's opinion without the price in front of her surprised me ie leaning towards the Jaycos. No folding stuff.
Regards

Hi Ivan,

We're onto our 2nd off-road campertrailer so I've been around them for awhile. Also pretty active on various campertrailer forums. Got to admit I reckon $30K for an Ultimate (or any off-road campertrailer for that matter) is way up there.

BUT, a freind has an Ultimate (prior to that he had a Kimberely Kamper and a Jayco). After seeing it in the flesh I've got to admit it is pretty impressive but best suited to couples IMHO. As a family, we would not consider buying one.

We have a Camprite TL8 offroad camper which provides a double bed, 2 singles and interior living space all off the ground.Water tank, kitchen, storage etc etc are all standard and I reckon these are excellent value at under $19K on the road. You would look far and wide for a true family designed offroad camper that sleeps everyone off the ground (TrackShak only other one I can think of). Camprite's website is:
http://www.campritecampers.com.au

At the risk of stepping on some toes...re comments made above, I don't think you can compare a Jayco type off-road trailer with an Ultimate. The Ult is designed and built to go anywhere, Jayco's on the other hand are a soft offroad trailer...more of an "unsealed" road type. This is fine if you don't mind leaving it behind and tenting in more challenging regions. Personally, if I'm gonna pay $20K+ for an off-road camper, then I expect it to be just that.

:o) MelissaPetrol 4.5L GU Patrol &
Camprite TL8 offroad camper

Hi Melissa
Thanks for your feedback, we'd love to here back from you regarding your freinds ultimate camper when you get more imformation. We are only new to the game, but threw experience I'v learned you get what you pay for and if it means a bit more time and cash to get the better van so be it , we'd rather do it right the first time.

Had the Ultimate for just over a week now and just returned from the pickup trip and a little test run down south.

The camper is the "Ultimate" It's better than advertised. If you have the cash to spare and you want a off road camper, this is the machine. So easy to tow set up and use you would not belive.

I caught up with a mate who has just bought a Kimberly and we spent the last two days together in Jervis Bay. Itbleepdown rain on the Sunday. We stayed completely dry, but old mate in the Kimberly was soaked. When it cam time to pack up, we were on the road in less than 1/2 and hour and that was from breaking camp with all the canvas out, underben annex, awning and sunroom. My mate in the Kimberly was only half done at this stage and all he had out was the camper and the large annex.

The Team at ulimate are top class they love their product and at the end of the day, you feel like part of the Ultimate family.

I'm a firm believer in you get what you you pay for. Well the Ultimate camper is definitely top class.

Up the Cape in 10 days. Can't wait. ;)