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EURO VISION
The Euro flair and design cues are most on show
inside the van. In fact, the layout solves a number
of common layout problems in different ways.
Among the external features, there’s a nearside
‘wet’ locker incorporating a liner to protect the
timber against soggy towels, wet suits and the
like. It is, however, also the main external storage
compartment – there’s no traditional front or
tunnel boot on the Unicorn IV Pamplona. The front sideways-facing lounges, behind the
panoramic windows, serve a few purposes.
They could act as single beds, a place for meals
(the middle cabinet features a slide-out bench
– a great touch), or even as a second double
bed. Simply pull out the slats from that same
middle cabinet, fill in the space with the backrest
cushions, and go to bed.
Bailey’s signature panoramic windows haven’t
been forgotten. They look fantastic from the
outside, but I’d invest in the optional padded
cover to avoid stone chips. A lack of kitchen bench space – another common
layout problem – has been solved by the simple
inclusion of a bench extension, which snaps up
and locks into place above the offside lounge.
The Aussie Pamplona also gets a 150W solar
panel matched to a 30A regulator and a 100Ah
deep-cycle battery. It’s not an extensive setup but
it is on par with many of the van’s competitors,
suitable for a few days off-grid. The kitchen has also been fitted with large drawers,
a cooktop, griller and oven, a microwave, instant
hot water, and a nearside 190L three-way fridge.
The kitchen is attractive, uncrowded, and away
from the main lounging area.
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