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    Home › Reviews›Bailey›Pageant›S7 Monarch

    Bailey Pageant S7 Monarch 2009

    £11,995
    Dark wood and deep cushions give modern, luxury feel
    Dark wood and deep cushions give modern, luxury feel
    The kitchen, like the washroom, is high spec
    The kitchen, like the washroom, is high spec
    The main feature of this van is its washroom
    The main feature of this van is its washroom
    Dark wood and deep cushions give modern, luxury feel
    The kitchen, like the washroom, is high spec
    The main feature of this van is its washroom

    By Claudia Dowell
    Published: June 25, 2010

    First look, September 2008

    Verdict

    There’s really not much missing from this new Pageant. For buyers wanting to tour or rally in contemporary comfort, the Pageant Series 7 Monarch is perfect

    Pros

    Bailey’s new Pageant Series 7 range has only just been launched, but promises strong sales
    This is because despite the pinch of the credit crunch, the boys in Bristol have listened to their customers and responded

    Cons

    At just shy of £12,000 for a two-berth caravan, it’s not cheap.

    Pitching & Setting-up

    In answer to caravanners’ concerns about stability, ATC Trailer Control and shock absorbers are standard.

    Living

    Rather than playing it safe with pale cabinetwork, the new Pageants sport a more contemporary continental look. The Monarch’s level of luxury and finish are evident.

    Dark wood ‘Bailey Teak’ cabinetry and black sockets lend a touch of class, while the large rooflight and abundant spotlights help lift the interior. The upholstery in the photos is the optional ‘Savoy’ treatment, but the more traditional ‘Hilton’ fabric is standard.

    Kitchen

    The kitchen, like the washroom, is high-spec, with an oven, grill, four-burner hob, 115-litre Dometic 8-series fridge and a microwave oven. There’s plenty of work surface beside the sink and a well-placed 240V socket.

    Washroom

    The main feature of this van is its end washroom. And what a washroom it is. On the offside there’s a huge walk-in shower cubicle, which has anti-slip matting and plenty of space for a scrub.

    The large plastic door is easier to keep clean than a shower curtain and is nice and solid. Alongside is the new Thetford C-250 toilet, while a sink plus toothbrush and towel holders complete the specification.

    Fitted drop-in carpets keep your feet warm on a winter’s morning, and the chunky washroom door adds to the homely feel.

    Beds

    In the daytime, the two facing sofas are perfect for lounging or listening to the stereo system that’s fitted as standard. Come bedtime, they make up into a big double that’s over six feet long.

    Storage

    Storage for two people’s clothes is ample, too, and the wardrobe has enough shelves to section your socks from your shirts.

    Technical Specifications

    Berth2
    MiRO1118 kg
    Payload176 kg
    MTPLM1295 kg
    Shipping Length6.42 m
    Width2.28 m

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