Introducing our new 27' FB CCD!

[Westfalia]

I thought I'd take a few moments to post some pics of our new 2008 27' Front Bedroom. I made the drive down from Denver, Colorado to Searcy, Arkansas and Airstream of Arkansas to pick this up and I wasn't disappointed. We were supposed to be buying a 2007 model, but due to unexpected corrosion problems, I opted for a newer model.

This unit does not have the wrap around windows in the front. Normally, without the wrap windows, there are stacked closets on either side of the head of the bed. However, this unit is different. A factory mistake left the closets deleted, instead leaving the beautiful gleaming aluminum skin of the end cap. As far as I know, Airstream won't build units in this configuration from the factory, even in a custom build.

Anyway, enough talk, more pictures!!

[CaddyGrn]

Lovely, Congrats!

Thanks for the cool pics!

Mrs. NorCal Bambi traveling in S Tardis from the Great State of Jefferson

[2airishuman]

nice rig all around...

and the new truck rocks!

btw, i recognize both of those campsites...

cheers
2air'

[wheel interested]

Very cool! Neat bedroom, looks so much roomier and the first I have seen the 27' in the Signature Series. We were at Airstream of Arkansas too. Great dealership. Congratulations, it's a beauty.

[Westfalia]

Thanks. Yes, the lack of closets does open it up. I slept a night in a unit that did have the closets on either side and felt it a little confining. While I was looking at the added storage space, I don't think I will miss it too much.

[cosmotini]

I got to see this great looking trailer at the Branson rally.

Chris has already done some mods with leds in and under the galley roof locker.

This unit also has led marker lights and they are bright!

Congrats Chris

[Westfalia]

Thanks for the kids words Dennis, especially from the owner of another great looking trailer! Yes, the LED lights went in the second night. I'll try to get some updated LED pics of the interior.

And yes, I have the new LED marker lights. They are amazingly bright, especially when towing at night. They way they are lensed, I can clearly see the rear most marker light, making night backing and maneuvering a little easier.

[stowaways]

Dennis, it's a beauty! We just bought a 27FB too --- not the International -- the Safari SE LE with the panoramic windows. Our bedroom is without closets which is why we snagged it. Lots of room to kick. LOL. Congratulations!

[stowaways]

Oops...er, West...not Dennis. Still tryin' to get the hang of this. <wink>

[Bambi_Bandit]

Great Rig. I'm looking forward to see the mods you have one, as well as the ones you have planned....

[whitsend]

Chris - Love the rig!! I'm sure you & the family will create some fantastic memories. I love my 30' Classic, but also really like the FB models too.

Question - what size bed is that - a real queen or an RV queen? Also, I can't tell how much wiggle room you have going from the bathroom around & to the head of the bed? My '03 Classic has the RV queen, and we can just
barely do the hokey-pokey to get up to the head of the bed to crawl in or out. What do ya'll have? Does that model have pocket sliding privacy doors between the bed & bathroom & between the bathroom & kitchen/family areas? Does the bedroom have a TV also?

GREAT rig. Congratulations!!

[Westfalia]

Originally Posted by stowaways

Dennis, it's a beauty! We just bought a 27FB too --- not the International -- the Safari SE LE with the panoramic windows. Our bedroom is without closets which is why we snagged it. Lots of room to kick. LOL. Congratulations!

Yep, those panoramic windows are nice, but the DARK is what I desire where I sleep! After spending the weekend in the trailer, I enjoyed seeing that naked end cap even more, and so does my wife.

Congrats on your trailer too!

[Westfalia]

Originally Posted by whitsend@mom

Chris - LoveQuestion - what size bed is that - a real queen or an RV queen? Also, I can't tell how much wiggle room you have going from the bathroom around & to the head of the bed? My '03 Classic has the RV queen, and we can just
barely do the hokey-pokey to get up to the head of the bed to crawl in or out. What do ya'll have? Does that model have pocket sliding privacy doors between the bed & bathroom & between the bathroom & kitchen/family areas? Does the bedroom have a TV also?

GREAT rig. Congratulations!!

I'm pretty sure it has the same 'RV Queen' mattress that you have 60 x 75. However, several nights sleep has shown me that I don't miss the extra few inches. The width is more important to me, as my wife and I sleep comfortably in our queen bed at home. ANYTHING would be better than the 'not quite double' mattress that we had in our Bambi. The bed is a walk around, but more like a shuffle around, but certainly not a crawl over, unless of course one of the dogs has taken residence somewhere around the foot.

Unfortunately, this model does not have the sliding solid door. I'm not sure that the space required would make it worth it. In this size trailer, it probably wouldn't do much to sound deadening from the rest of the trailer. It does however have two sliding privacy screens/door.

Lastly, there is no TV in the bedroom. One could pretty easily be added if desired. The hookups are there on the street side wall. My trailer has the TV shelf. It's really a kinda hokey and expensive fold down mirror with support arms. Nothing special. Nothing is perfect, but I do love this trailer!

[Snowey BC]

Well my hubby and I just made our debut trip to Vancouver to pick up our 2008 16 ft international. We were very pleased, we camped in it for 3 days (Vancouver Island) discovered little repairs and when we returned through Vancouver, Traveland dealt with my little list right away. The list included: the front door needed adjusting, the shower head wasn't mounted, the back window screen was offset, the thermometer became unglued from the faceplate oh and they gave us an extra key that wasn't for our TT, believe me other than the door, the stuff was very very minor. Service great and we love the simple clean lines and surface of the trailer. Gary had no problems towing it through rain snow and mountains! Lots of mountains. The size was better than expected for two adults, and we have more storage room than stuff to store. We are thrilled

[bolerama]

Congratulations Westfalia!

That's a gorgeous unit! I also have a CCD with the "Paprika" colour scheme. I was wondering where you got the blanket at the foot of your bed. It's a perfect match, and I'd like one too.

Thanks in advance. If anyone else has found great accessories that match the paprika scheme, please post pictures and details. I love seeing all the pictures.

[Snowey BC]

I have the "Cilantro" color scheme, and I had a blast accessorizing! I picked up the linins online at JC Penny. Place mats at a local Fields store for 99 cents. Corelle dishes in the Textured Leaves pattern. Even picked up rubbermaid totes and storage containers with the green trim. I would highly recommend JC Penny.

[Steve & Susan]

It is a beauty - we wish that floorplan was available when we bought ours - we like it much better. Best of luck with your new baby!

Couldn't help noticing the iPhone and the Apple keyboard - good choices both!

I see that AS is equipping the new models with portable potties (under your dinette in the picture) for guests!

[jake30]

Great trailer! We are trying to decide between the 27FB and the 28ft. What made you choose the 27FB? Ciao

[cosmotini]

Hi Jake30,

We had a 2004 28' CCD and traded it for our 2008 27' FB CCD. Some of the reasons: Front and rear panoramic windows. Lots of light. The view is usually better towards the rear where we camp, it's nice sitting at the dinette and not looking at the side of the trailer next to you. The kitchen is laid out better. More counterspace. Larger closet. More room around bed. Outside door opens from the rear, less chance of causing damage if opened while traveling.

Drawback. Slightly smaller bathroom area.

Either way, you won't go wrong.

Good luck.