The Best Luxury Class A Gas Motorhome?
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- Опубликовано: 8 сен 2024
- Hey everyone welcome back to another video! I am super excited because today were looking at what might be the HIGHEST End Gas Motorhome you can buy for 2020. This is the Fleetwood Southwind 35k. It is the same thing as the 2020 Fleetwood Bounder 35k and 2020 Holiday Rambler Vacationer 35k but its a little bit more fancier. And the best analogy is that the Holiday Rambler and Bounder 35K is a GMC SIERRA SLT and the Southwind 35K is a GMC SIERRA DENALI. Same Quality and Construction. But the Southwind has a couple more bells and whistles.
If you have any questions about this motorhome or any other motorhome here is my contact information.
Matt Foxcroft (301)906-0962 - Personal Cell
MattsRVReviews@gmail.com
#Fleetwood #Southwind35k
Here are some specs
Sleeps 5
Slides 2
Length 36 ft 3 in
Ext Width 8 ft 6 in
Ext Height 12 ft 10 in
Int Height 7 ft
Hitch Weight 5000 lbs
Gross Weight 22000 lbs
Fresh Water Capacity 100 gals
Grey Water Capacity 58 gals
Black Water Capacity 42 gals
Generator Onan 5500
Fuel Type Gasoline
Engine 6.8L Triton V10
Chassis Ford F-53
Horsepower 320 hp
Fuel Capacity 80 gals
Wheelbase 228 in
Available Beds King
Torque 460 ft-lb
Refrigerator Type Residential
Convection Cooking Yes
Number of Awnings 1
Axle Weight Front 8000 lbs
Axle Weight Rear 15000 lbs
LP Tank Capacity 25 gals
Water Heater Capacity 10 gal
Basement Storage 180 cu. ft.
TV Info LR 40" LED TV, BR 32" LED TV, Exterior 40" TV
Awning Info 18' Legless Power
Gross Combined Weight 26000 lbs
Shower Type Standard
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What other RV salesman is also gonna climb up the roof AND hit you with a cartwheel? MY MAN MATT!
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Hi Guys,
Yes, I feel as you do Matt about the half bath, but here is something about that you haven’t thought of, probably because you are driving all the time....when I walk back to the bathroom while my husband drives, it’s a drunk walk to get there and sometimes impossible not to be thrown off the pot as you are sitting there. To that point, at least you will not be thrown off the pot in that coach’s half bath. You are snug, as a bug, in a rug!
LOL YOu got that right!
Great point!
I agree with you, Matt, put that dang tp holder higher, give us a stackable washer dryer and don't like flat stove tops. I love the night stands, the shower and the simplistic elegance of the cockpit and living area!
On this unit they use a combo washer dryer because the bed needs to fit under it when the slide-out is in. The mattress does not fold. On the plus side the mattress is fully usable for quick overnight with the slides out.
Hi Matt and Andrea! Another terrific guided tour of a great motorhome! Now, here are the 3 things I love and the 3 things I dislike…
1. I love that it has a 1/2 bath.
2. I love TV placement across from seating area.
3. I love the “non-- cluttered“ design of the cockpit!
1. I dislike the induction cooktop as you have to buy special pots/pans for this type of cooking.
2. I dislike the lack of counter space & oven in this motorhome.
3. I dislike… No, I HATE The distressed paint that adorns this otherwise beautifully painted motorhome! 😳🤮
But on the bright side… I absolutely adore the two of you and thanks so much for all that you do for us!! When I am ready to purchase it’s your number that I will call! Thanks to you both! 🥰
Hahaha 😂 Hands Down you both are the BEST SALES Representatives 👍 When I’m ready to buy I’m planning trip Florida to purchase RV. Cheers from Napa Valley Ca 🍷
You guys have the best RV reviews. And... Andrea has room in the half bath (Andrea for President!)... and so that you'll be able to keep doing these excellent reviews AND still get on the roofs in 20 years - DO NOT DO A BACK FLIP ON THE ROOF!!!!!
Thanks Matt and Andrea. It's purple shirt Gary and Kathy from the Tampa Bay RV show. That's the big bathroom we've been looking for. If only they would put them in a 34 footer. LOVE LOVE your videos. You guys are the best.
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Switch the half bath. Position of the sink and the toilet. Fixes problems. Make use of the space.
Thats a great idea
Matt and Andrea’s RV review comments are authentic knowledge of the unit being reviewed.
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Would be better with a stackable washer and dryer : we have used a combination washer /dryer and they aren’t worth putting in ! Also would be nice if they had a cover to go over the steps as your riding down the road ! Mainly for our pets !
As an RV enthusiast, I have always been bothered on how un-informed most sales guys were. Most of them simply did not own an RV, and just were not knowledgeable about the products they are selling. Matt RV reviews gives prospective buyers a huge wealth of knowledge about potential RV's, and Matt finds a way to make it entertaining to boot. Always enjoy your stuff man, keep it up!!
Three likes: The cockpit (everything), the king bed, THAT SHOWER! (Bonus like: fireplace)
Three dislikes: Color of the furniture, no stackables, lack of self-closing drawers.
One more vote for "Andrea Approved" t-shirts. Cheers!
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I love the large couch, the full backsplash, the fireplace, and the king bed.
Likes,
1.most important everything especially the bathroom accessible with slide
2. Daytime roller Shades especially for the front windshield is a must or it's a deal-breaker.
3. Big generator I would go with the upgrade to the bigger generator cuz if I buy it it's probably for full-time living or long time living.
Love your reviews. Could you also show the engine compartment of the RV'S so we can see how acessable things are there also.
Thanks so much! Ill look into doing that
Couple of likes: the master bathroom lots of storage and very nice shower stall. If you do have to sleep overnight with slides in, you don't have to crawl over someone to get to a bathroom.
Only one true dislike...the monitors for the driver seem really small.
Great video guys...have a great day 🤗
Thanks so much Angela! I hope you also have a great day
Must haves or deal breaker,
Fully accessible with slides in.
Daytime shades especially in front windshield. A must.
Tv in front of couch or recliner. A must.
Washer dryer prep. A must.
Solar prep.
Daytime shades a must.
Dislikes: Carpet, No theater seating, Combo w/d. Likes: induction cooktop with storage drawers, full width and height backsplash, cpap cabinet. We have the HR Vacationer which is very similar but no half bath or bunk over seats. Will keep looking for the perfect RV for when we upgrade!! Keep up the good work on the reviews!!
I'm not a huge Class A fan, but this is nicely done. Likes: drop-down bed, comfy dinette, huge fridge. Dislikes: too much brown, half bath seems tight, NKCS (I'm gonna have to start abbreviating this I use it so often...No Kitchen Counterspace).
Great review Matt and I'm so glad Andrea is back!
The rambling is who you are. Never change brother. I'm a huge fan.
This is my favorite class A gas on this channel.
Likes: exterior color scheme & wheels, kitchen backsplash, & the overall floor plan
Dislikes: the wardrobes extend over the drawers in the bedroom, no washer/dryer at this price point, & no soft closing drawers
Hey Andrea. Luv the comments.
Dis:
No rear bumper for sewer hose,
Propane tank could have been bigger,
No slide on passenger side at living area.
Likes:
Reel for the power cord,
Cabinet volume and outside storage,
Keeping the reviews real.
You and Andrea are awesome. The impromptu cartwheel to prove a point was on point!
Excellent video and coach Matt! Mrs Andrea starting to school us on the features 👍😂🤣🕺
Love the convection cooktop in a gas model
OMG THAT'S THE DREAM DESIGN I EVER WANTED.
The "egg" smell from the drain is Ocala's way of saying "Welcome".
LOL Thank you Ocala!
It is quite a nice gas class A no doubt. Though it's not the best of them, it's definitely up there.... For that you'd have to go to Entegra, Tiffin, or Newmar and pay that premium price for them too.
Now to what I like.
1. The layout. It's a very functional and comfortable one. Particularly where the main TV is.
2. The passenger workstation and drawer.
3. Price for the quality you get in it.
Dislikes!
1. That midbath. I'm a bigger guy too and I'd likely never use it.
2. Where it was parked by that sewer grate.
3. Yeah, that wet bay could have been a lot better.
Thanks so much Bill! I appreciate hearing your likes and dislikes
Likes: bath and 1/2, option for table and chair, space on roof for solar and space for more batteries. Dislikes: No gas oven, bed over cab (unless its an option not to get), not a diesel (sorry, couldn't think of a third dislike). Great Video!
Thank you so much! I appreciate you!
Overall, nice Class A. A lot of space for “stuff”. One can have extra space if you take out the mattress of the bunk over the cab. Like the “junk” drawer in the cab. Half bath works for guests.
Hey Matt, you mastered the cartwheel - congrats! Now you can master a back flip off the ladder!
Great review Andrea! You too Matt.
Thanks so much Don!
Back flip off ladder...
HOLD MY BEER! LOL
This is just fabulous!!! I, like Matt and Andrea, wish it could hold a stackable washer/dryer. The only other thing is I wish it had an oven. Call me old fashioned but I just like having an oven. Love, love, love everything else.
It’s nice that you give GVWR and GCWR, but would be better if you can also give the actual dry weight of the unit because I have found most motor homes like this are a very close to the GVWR before loading them up with cargo and water
Not sure how I found your channel, but I subbed to you because of your non bs approach.
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As a Tiffin lover and owner I like a lot of features that come on this. When we bought ours it came down to the Southwind or Allegro.
Likes: Solar Panel, automatic frameless awning, and propane grill hookup!
Dislikes: bunk over cab, no window in kitchen, exposed A/c instead of ducts inside.
Awesome thanks so much for your feed back I appreciaye you!
Matt. You make RVs cooler than I thought possible
LOL Thanks so much!
I'd get rid of the half bath and put a pantry there and outside kitchen. Love the swivel around chairs, fireplace, and L shape seating or theatre seat option.
And the only thing this 100% disabled vet doesn't like is the Price! I am using your videos to study up on coaches to help me make the move to the RV life. I am taking my Veteran ass & podcast show live to America as I travel and talk to every day Americans and every politician that will give me the time, about everything & anything. Thank you soooo much for what you are doing! I WAS worried about making the wrong desition on my coach. But you two have made me feel much better with the info you are sharing!! I live in Ca. right now. I plan on trying to buy as soon as I am recovered from my 3rd L knee replacement that I am scheduled to get Feb 28th. so, about May. I would LOVE to buy from you! If you reach out with the info as to how I can do that, I will happily go through you! Btw, I plan on setting domicile in Fort Worth Tx area to get away from Ca. If it saves money, I will do that before purchase if possible. Syk... I really look forward to hearing from you! God Bless you both!! Dean P
Love the subway tile in the kitchen area.lots of storage. Love the locks on the fridge for safety. I think the outside look is too busy, but okay.
IDEA & SUGGESTION: Matt, that sofa cushion dinette is a real winner. Plant a bug in their ear to make the table easily removable. You would have two opposing small sofas. Winner idea Matt??
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@@MattsRVReviews That's strange Matt, been one for a year or so now. Can't wait to get notice when you do a new vid...just like Christmas morning :)
Great review as always Matt! After a year of research and RV shopping we narrowed it down to a Fleetwood Southwind, Newmar Canyon Star and a Tiffin Allegro Open Road before we ultimately bought our 2020 Tiffin Allegro Open Road. All 3 are great rigs! Great seeing you in Tampa at the Florida Super Show. Awesome job on the dismount and cartwheel after climbing down from that ladder. FYI... You will be making a couple of appearances in our video titled "Awesome People 2020 Florida RV Show" posting at 8:30 EST tonight (02/02/2020). Look forward to seeing you again the next time we are in the Ocala area. 👍😎🚍
Awesome! Ill be there tonight to watch!
Its just awesome! Do agree it needs a stackable washer dryer option.
I realize that real estate on the roof is important, but if I were to sleep in that front bunk, I would want a skylight to be able to look at the stars. That would be a real nice addition! The one and only thing we truly don't like about most of these higher-end motorhomes are the gaudy light embellishment they put on the ceilings. Something more simple and classy would be like the trim work they put under the front bunk. It's more sleek and in our opinion, it doesn't look dated as it seems to already look. These RV's are so nice, but they cost more than I paid for my nice Ranch style duplex! It sure does help with that house payment to have a renter! We live in the midwest though and everything is cheaper here. We hate the hot humid summers though, and the bitterly cold winters. Can hardly wait to sell this and hit the road. Turned 55 yesterday and the plan is to buy the RV within the next 2 yrs and hopefully have it paid off by the time I'm 62 and retire. We will have to buy used to make that happen. I hope you sell used Matt! We really would like to buy from you!
I love the setup. Colors are great! Love how you can still get to fridge and bathroom with sides in. My husband wants diesel. So gas is a downfall.
Ok well check out a Pace Arrow :)
I wish it had an oven, I don't like there is no window over the sink. But really like the motorhome. Love Matt & Andrea!
Matt and Andrea, I don’t know what you got going on here but I’m glad that I have been a part of it from the start. Beautiful coach for sure. As always; Matt, you are the man. Cheers!!!
Thanks so much f&t I always appreciate your support
OK ill do that
Omg that’s is awesome. Beautiful RV. I’m still shopping for one. Gotta have one to pull my 2HBP Trailer. I plan on traveling with my profession next year. So if I buy before I can travel NOW. So I’m definitely interested in shopping your videos and when you put them out. You are one busy man !! Thank you Andrea for the excellent video and no motion sickness 🗽 happy trails Tallahassee
Ok. Three things I love.
First, Washer/Dryer combo
Second, light Fixtures
Third, Design. I always wanted a fireplace and tv in that style only theater seats.
Three things I dislike
Price
Price
Price
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I'm always checking to see how far the windows open for air flow. You could add that to your reviews. Really appreciate the toilet reviews too. You're vertically challenged but a big guy. I don't have the height issue but still take up some room. Helps me cuz I HATE tight bathrooms.
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3 things we like: 1) Backsplash 2) washer/dryer prep! 3) Great shower 3 things we don’t like: 1) needs more wardrobe space 2) needs to be able to out stackable washer and dryer not just combo 3) needs oven
You are the Best and Andrea of course......I want one
3 things we Love ... large ceiling light inside coach, induction cooktop and awning (no arms)
3 things we don’t like ... 1/2 bath too small, dog house seemed too big to climb over, storage underneath seemed to be mostly on drivers side and not big enough for us
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The thing that stands out for me is how quite the motors are on the slides are. Most sound like like they struggling to work.
DANG IT MATT!! Now this is in SERIOUS consideration vs the Thor Omni XG32!
well just so you know... You get a good deal if you buy 1 but you get a better deal if you buy 2 :)
I like the Cordova leather and the articulated garlic storage options best!
Absolutely love this one, only thing I would say they should add is an outdoor sink and hose hookup by the door
Yup cuz u keep it real and honest!! And yall adorable!! Like this back splash in the gray not brown.
Great review Matt and Andrea! you know me I am a big REV Group and GRV fan. Also, the Holiday Rambler Vacationer 35K is very similar to the Southwind 35K and Bounder 35K but has a long and low kitchen window design. BTW the main TV swivels and pivots out for an even better viewing angle from the dinette and cockpit area. We love our 2020 Holiday Rambler Vacationer 35K.
Thanks so much John! I always appreciate you watching and commenting
Hopefully the 2021 will have the stackable washer and dryer and maybe a fiberglass roof ☝️
The wet bay could definitely be upgraded
Love the power cord reel
The awning is very nice 👍
Love you guys!!! I’m not going to post the “three things” though. Too much like homework! 😂
I’m very happy with my current RV but I’m coming to see you when it’s time to upgrade. Carry on! 😁
Awesome thanks so much Carolynne! We appreciate you :)
Wow! I'm watching and typing. This unit now is my top choice.
Nice rig, price point is not bad at all. Awesome cartwheel too!!
Thanks so much Kevin
Likes:
1. The dash cameras and dashboard in general.
2. The TV, fireplace, couch setup.
3. Andrea getting into prime-pooping position! Lol.
Sorry, Andrea! It was too easy!
Nice review!
LOL Andrea sitting on the toilet! I love that!
Thank you we luv this camper and are purchasing a 2020 one your video helped us decide to purchase.
Very nice coach. Love the kitchen and the tile backsplash. Love the fact that they’re using inner coil springs on the furniture. Awesome rear bath with a superb shower. Dislike is that I don’t understand why a coach of this caliber does not have a fiberglass roof and I’d love to have you explain the differences between fiberglass and TPO. Being a bit older the splashy paint job is A little loud for my taste. Overall, this rig is really nice. I could easily live in it. Thanks so much for the reviews. It was great talking to you the other day on the phone.
Thanks so much King David I appreciate you!
I am not into RV’s I have to admit it’s interesting.. I do love watching you guys .. makes my day .. thank you guys .. you guys are awesome
Andrea approved is the only way to go! Did someone say "back flip?"
LOL ok hold my beer LOL
Likes...1. 22.5 tires...2.Ford Triton Engine...3. Nice cockpit layout.
Dislikes...1. TPO roof...prefer fiberglass...2. 25 gal propane tank...would like some more capacity...3. Limited storage space with the raised rail frame.
Overall a really nice gas motor home but it is pricey.
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You both are awesome!!!!❤ I love everything about this coach!!!
Thank you so so much! I appreciate you!
Thanks Matt and Andrea! I wish the sofa and dinette had added neck and head support.
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I love Fleetwood MH's! It's why our latest one is a Fleetwood.
The pantry behind the driver seat would have been nice with siding drawers all the way down. Also not a fan of the attachable latter outside or the half bath. Not a fan of the one cabinet over fireplace being a different color. For the price it should’ve had a tankless water heater and more solar panels. Now with that out of the way there are a LOT of likes. But what I liked the most was that cartwheel!!!! Impressive!
Love the channel. My family just bought a Winnebago Horizon and you don’t have a review on one. I know they are hard to come by but you should definitely review one.
Awesome did they buy it from General?
Matt's RV Reviews yes general rv in Huntley Illinois
It's a Beauty. I love the closable glove box and most of all how much light the windows let in. You didn't mention what kind of windows they were. One of the nicest gas Motor homes. Nice huge front windshield.
Sorry about that! They were frameless windows :)
WOW, this is super nice guys.. Awesome review Matt & Andrea.. i have one dislike.. the roof. Should’ve been a fiberglass roof. Everything else is gorgeous
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Matt's RV Reviews umm, I always hit the button.. I’ve been subscribe to this channel almost since the beginning.. when u use to be a man show..
love the half bath, combo washer prep and wet bay. dislike the driver area, dinette and trim package
Idk I don’t dislike anything on that motor home. The only thing I may dislike is they only made room for a combo washer dryer unit. But I could live with it.
Thanks so much! I appreciate you commenting as always
Hi Matt my fiancé and I love to watch your videos. We are hoping maybe you will do a video on a small class B RV ( van)
Thanks so much Carol! I make a class B video for you!
Good call... That transition from one room to another is NICE!
I love seeing you guys talk to each other. So here’s my 3 like and 3 dislikes.
I love the chairs all of them look really comfortable.
I like color scheme.
I like the appliance package.
I dislike the washer/dryer combo.
I dislike the number designated sleep areas.
I dislike the lack of pass thru in the storage.
Matt are you coming to the Greater Philadelphia Expo RV show? February 27 thru March 1. Thanks Phil
Ok, you can do a cartwheel "kinda" LOL....but can you do a somersault?????? LOL!!!! Love you guys! We do need "Andrea Approved" apparel. Go make your bed Matt!!!
Somersault... hold my beer
@Matt's RV Reviews What do you think the next major (game changer) innovation coming to the RV industry will be? An RV EV, more extensive driver's assistance, or maybe A.I. assistant in the RV for example
The dinette is great! Have never sat on one like that.
On my short list to purchase. Will wait though until the new Ford 7.3 liter motor is available
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Love this one Matt! I have actually been looking at the Bounder vs The Georgetown GT5 34H5.... Now you've added another option.
Thanks David! Well it is a bounder! LOL
Love this Motorhome
Wish it had more room when the slides are closed
This is my favorite of all the motorhomes you've shown.
This is what I like:
1. Induction cooktop
2. Rear bathroom especially with seat in shower
3. Washer/dryer though I would have preferred a stackable to a combo
4. Dual screens with backup and side cameras
5. Plush seating areas
6. The opportunity to have multiple solar panels on the roof plus it comes with one already
This is what I don't like:
1. Half-bath - I rather they'd have used the space for a stackable washer/dryer
2. Fireplace - I always think these are a waste of space; totally frivolous IMHO. Make the TV bigger instead or have more storage for blue ray, XBOX, WII, storing blue ray discs, other electronics.
3. The distressed pattern on the full-body paint. I just hate this. Why make something spanking brand new look distressed? It's not a piece of old furniture that you want to take to Antiques Roadshow.
4. The wet bay agree with you it's too minimal for this price point
5. Wish there was an oven as well as the conduction microwave
6. I don't really care about having a TV on the outside but it's OK I guess to have it there. At least there isn't an outdoor kitchen which I really think is a waste of space on motorhomes - if I wanted to cook outside I'd use a gas grill.
Awesome thanks so much! I appreciate you watching and commenting
We love our 2019 35k
I’m a big boy too so I only use the half bath for #1 and plenty of room in back bathroom 🚽
Being able to access the half bath while slides are in it a big plus for us!
I highly recommend this floor plan!
Keep on Keepin on...
Matt, you're cool brother.
If it only had bunk beds for the grandkids it be my go to choice.
Love this floor plan.
Mat could you please do a review of you and your wife (Andrea) at a campsite preparation of getting a great camping with a hauler how to get started and afterwards how to prep on leaving the camp ground that's if it's possible I do enjoy your videos I watch it faithfully. Since I have fluid on my brain (hydrocephalus) it was my dream to go cross country in a fifth wheeler now that I can't it would be interesting in seeing what it's like being at a camp ground or even dry docking
I like the looks of the motorhome the shades and bunk.
Matt your awsome. You crack me up. Not ready to buy and RV but you make me laugh every video. Thanks!
Thanks so much! You know who to call when your ready
Matt & Andrea - we'd love to see a review for a Bounder 36FP and/or Southwind 37FP, Pretty please!!!
The others don’t have someone like you Matt!👍🏻❤️ You’re funny!😂
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You look like Barry Robinson the chubby kid from American Dad if he was dressed like Tiger Woods .... Love your videos Big Papa
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That's a pretty nice design, not bad
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OMG, Is Andrea a Cutie or What ? You 2 should go back and forth on your Reviews, Love seeing that pretty smile. I foresee 100,000 "LIkes" by this summer. Keep us the great work you two. :)
I'm in the market love your videos, October 18 bought a 2019 31p from Lazy Days 3 hours later hit-and-run totaled it . Just waiting on insurance check
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Awesome make sure you call me I am in Ocala Florida