I am a professional facilitator, trainer and educator for 40 year. I am also in the market for an RV. I have been watching Patrick do this Professional Walk-around presentation on Airstream for quite some time now. I have studied the all brands of Coach makers for over two years now. Patrick is only ONE of three sales consultants I will watch now. He is as nice on the phone as he is in his presentations. Thank you Patrick for giving we consumers a ray of shinning hope for professionalism in the RV industry.
Nice Gary. Maybe you two should got a room. Just kidding. Ha. But, with regard to that rv, yes, slick. Had 1993 Airstream class B for 16 years and now on my Krystal Sprinter rv for almost six years. Anyone interested in this, save a bundle for service and repairs on all the individual components that will need servicing. Other than that, great way to travel, relax and meet tons of friendly rv people.
Ok, I deserved that. Here is the deal. I know what it takes to be a great sales consultant that takes care of his clients. Patrick has it. Enough said. I like the new Atlas very much. I love the Airstream brand. However I just ordered a 2018 Airstream Interstate Grand Tour with rear suspension in the Tommy Bahama version. I did not purchase it from Patrick for one and only one reason. Distance from my home. So I put my money where my mouth is on this one. On to the Atlas. Looks great however we are back to a Fiber Glass Frame on venders chassis. Give a lot more with bed, storage, bathroom, diesel generator vs. propane, ECT. I would rather have the Sprinter Chassis with the Sprinter body with less room. Personal preferences. HOWEVER, there is a market out their for this unit. It shows well. The presentation was done well. Just my two cents.
for RV tours i only watch this channel, and Haylett RV because they give good information without screaming and going through so fast you can barely see anything.
Seems to be what I'll be investing my retirement money's and time inhabiting unless something better from Airstream comes into existence before I actually retire excellent video Patrick. Very informative and I like the end where you didn't edit out the verbal stumble.
Patrick I watch a lot of RV videos and you are the best. Not only is the videography and presentation professional, your knowledge of the product is amazing. I like what Airstream has done with the B+. Thanks
Excellent video walk-thru. It appears Airstream thought of everything especially in design (slide outs with luggage that move out, too, wow!) Thank you for your superior knowledge of this new product. Your walk-thru makes me want to order one now!
Patrick was my sales man and teacher and Colonial Airstream is my dealership. I am a huge fan! I recently purchased from Patrick and Colonial. I am living my dream! But the Atlas! Oolala! Thank you Patrick for showing me what i want in a few years. FABULOUS!
I like the Onan diesel generator...that is awesome. This RV looks absolutely amazing...wifey and I have been looking at new RV's and I wanted to stick with a B...love it...for almost 1/4 million dollars it better be outstanding...I've made approx. $600K in the market this year, so I guess we can afford it.
The generator power should be off the engine as others do. Onan is so yesterday and inefficient compared to these new technologies. Why should I spent that ridiculous amount of money for outdated technology (no inductive cooktop not Cinderella incinerator toilet)? Shame on Airstream!
I didn’t liked this video... I L-O-V-E-D I-T! The presentation was superb, without force feeding its features and maintaining it interesting throughout it. For the wife and I to go all over the country, this is the BEST option.
tigahshark : Yep. That is one nice rig. I haven't been this excited about something in years! I would love to wake up in that bed, flip it up, push the pop-up TV while making coffee! One change I would make would be to go to an induction cooktop and drawer-type refrigerator / freezer. Other than that? Amazing!
We are anxiously waiting for ours! Supposed to be first part of May. There was a fire at the paint factory and ours was one of 7 destroyed😞. We have been told ours will be a 2019. We walked through the demo at the Ft Myers dealership and it is amazing! Plenty of room for 2 people and 2 dogs. Looking forward to many adventures - have already booked 3!
How cool! And do I want one now, just waiting for that lottery money hahaha. Excellent presentation by the salesman; he really knew his product and was excited about it. Out of all the RV youtube vids I've watched there are only a small percentage of salespeople who do their job that well.
I have been waiting for a slideout version of the Interstate for a long time, and the Atlas does not disappoint. Is it possible to just convert the couch to a bed without using the slideout and Murphy bed while driving on highway?
Outstanding safety features, so important, especially the side mirror cameras!! Plus the bed looks so comfy, great bathroom, refrigerator, shades, tv...best features for comfort living! It seems a little dark, unless the bed is out with the extra window? The moon ultraleather with beachwood (my choice) or white cabinets will help. Just beautiful, thanks Patrick, great job (any info on roof solar panels?). For me, I'd like a larger freezer, induction cooktop & a roof ladder. 4x4 would be nice but it seems a little too fancy for taking it on the backroads. Otherwise, outstanding! If we ever decide to get a high-class Class B, that would be my choice ;) Carolyn
Carolyn, thank you for checking us out. The Zamp panels are a total of 300W. The freezer is very deep compared to most RV's. The roof ladder would take from the esthetics so Airstream decided not to install one.
The Airstream Atlas MSRP starts at $221,004, while the top of the line Canadian Serenity Travel Van starts at $140,595. Visually the Airstream is more stunning looking but is it worth $80,000 to get something very sleek? Both of these units seat 4 people. The Airstream Tommy Bahama model costs $175,898 and seats 9 people.
Please note, there is no starting MSRP on the Atlas, everything is standard. The other manufacturer you are mentioning has many upgrades that many people options and brings their MSRP much higher.
Great looking RV! My only complaint is that they are so expensive for what you get. As a automotive paint and body guy I can tell you that any time your planning on dealing with fiberglass on a long term basis that overtime fiberglass becomes old and brittle and causes a host of problems no matter what it is coated with paint wise. Just remember that when buying a boat, RV or a car made of fiberglass.
Excellent video, Patrick! Are there any other floor plan options with the Atlas? Wondering about a unit with permanent bed in rear vs Murphy bed, like is in the View model.
Pleasure Way has had this floorplan and quality for years. They make theirs on both a Mercedes Sprinters and Ford Transit (if you prefer to avoid expensive repairs on a Mercedes)
Not really. It is a shame that for that price they don't include inductive cooktop, generator power off that diesel engine (more space for a cabbie room where that so yesterday Onan generator sits) and the best invention of all - the Cinderella incinerator toilet, giving you more carrying load in lieu of the black water tank. This is just corporate greed, plain and simple.
Great demonstration of this van. When buying a european van everything is an extra, even a window in the habitation door. So its great to see everything included in the price. Sue (U.K.)
Very well executed design, but I suspect it's WAY out of my price range. I think I'd still prefer a standard body 22' Sprinter. It still has plenty of room for a couple people and is easier to maneuver and park, and is also available with 4WD, which is essential if you want to get off the beaten path. I'm curious what they're using for batteries in here. At this price point, I'd expect a huge lithium bank. Nice detailed walk thru!
My husband and I are downsizing because are kids are grown. Curious, when the door is open can that beeping sound be turned off and can steps be set to stay down? Wouldn't want to go thru that while at park cooking out going back and forth in the RV.
Thank You Patrick ! You guys are great ! ... How much for this beauty ? I think for a guy or gal ! , that loves their business and work . This would be great for them to travel to each property to , to see how things are going . I really love this ! Colonial and Airstream makes things so damn difficult when it comes to choices ! 😂😂😂 But only in a good way ! 😉👍
Looks nice. I need motorhome that can tuck away but seat comfortable my 2 grandchildren. The way my children are getting married, I’ll have 2 grandkids for next 10 yrs. I’m looking for cold weather tight underneath, love slide out for more room, just need place for kids. Can you operate slide out manually if needed? Can you order sun panels on roof? Must we buy the TV’s? Don’t want them. Trying to get away from it. Please tell me 2 people sleep w their heads at window for easy exit/entrance!
Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery! Winnebago must love what Leisure Travel Vans have been doing for years. The interior layout of the Atlas is almost a carbon copy of our 2011 LTV Unity MB. Too bad that Winnebago is WAY more expensive than the LTV.
As a former Airstream Interstate owner, I suggest you check out the Coachhouse Platinum II. Coachhouse offers more floorpans and the quality and features are equal or better than Airstream without the $200k pricing,.
I have compared them side by side and the Coachhouse only have a fraction of the standard features and safety enhancements you get standard on the Airstream Atlas.
Just a beautiful machine. I didn't catch how wide it is outside and inside if you mentioned it. Would an AS dealer service the engine and drivetrain or would a person need to take it to a MB dealer for that? Does it come with a bumper to bumper warranty from AS? Is the driver and passenger compartment equipped with airbags. I noticed the passenger seat has manual adjustments but is the drivers seat electric? Is the engine equipped with a exhaust brake? Thank for for this review.
MB Sprinter, so service will be by MB dealership. Limited 3-year warranty. Yes, front seats have airbags... I believe 8 total. No, both seats manual. Don't know the answer to exhaust brake, but probably no.
Can you provide me with how wide the exterior and interiors walls are. I currently own a 2017 International that is 25' 11" long hitch to rear bumper and 8'5" wide outside and around 8' wide in the interior. I'm trying to get an idea of this offering's size. My question is, will this coach be close to the same size as my current International or smaller. Thank You.
Hey Patrick, don't pay attention to the guy bitching about your hair. Quite obvious he is bald, and hating on you....it looks great. And you do by far the best airstream presentations online, hands down....
You said in order to set the bed out the slide has to be out. Another video I watch said you can extend the bed with the slide in. Curious which is it?
Thank you for the message. Since it is a new product we are not sure of the depreciation. We do know that Airstreams have the highest resale value compared to other RVS and the Mercedes chassis also has a great resale value.
Patrick, As an Interstate owner, I was intrigued by your comment about development of a air mattress for the sprinter seats. where can I find out more? With regards to the Atlas, for me the Bed is too short (I'm 6'2"), have they thought of other floor plans yet? Best regards, GT
Grant, Airstream will have information about the Air Mattress in development sometime after the new year. This kit will be available through parts. Airstream has only developed one floor plan for the Atlas.
The only way without heavy modification would be to bail the undercarriage with hay and skirt it. Obviously this would only work if you were being parked in a permanent manner.
I love Airstream and Patrick certainly brings the best sense of professionalism amongst all the RV videos. I wanted to ask as I do see a lot of similarities between this and Leisure Vans “Unity”. Also a Mercedes with Murphy bed and slide out. Large dry bath with similar decor and layout. The price is about half. Again I am just comparing, not putting an opinion or saying anything against Airstream. I know quality costs and Airstream still have rigs on the road from the 50s. But this is different as it’s a Van. Perhaps both companies use some similar vendors ? Again what would you say stands out here considering the bigger price for a similar offering ? Thanks again and love the walk-through as always ! Keep em coming. Cheers.
Thank you for watching. The Airstream is similar in layout to the LTV but it offers a more robust build quality and a higher feature level on the Mercedes Sprinter Chassis as well as the RV components and systems. Seeing one first hand would be the best way to compare.
