Interstate 19 on order...excited!

[skiphoyt]

Newbie here...first venture into the world of motor homes....not even sure that is the correct name for a Interstate 19! I have done boats from 21’ to 52’ so have an idea of this type of living. We retired near Beaufort, SC and would like to be able to travel from Cape Cod or South to visit friends in Florida. I am loosing my beautiful wife to the world of dementia so am uncomfortable with her getting confused at rest stops or McDonald’s! I had to rescue her recently with hysterical women ready to call 911....right out of a sitcom. A former neighbor had a Leisure Unity which I always admired...started there but wanted more of daily driver. Looked at the Ascent and the Agile...didn’t like the looks of the roll down side screens. Sales advisor directed me to the Midwest 144 on the same short chassis...it is extremely nice to look at but...then I read an article about a new player in the B class, the Airstream Interstate 19 and it looked perfect for our needs. Love the conservative classy look of it and the fact my wife and dog can join me in some traveling. Called around 10 Airstream dealers and found an available one in Ohio. Mark the sales advisor was great and offered to deliver to our door next week. Thought about it for 2 days, called back to finalize the purchase and Mark said another sales agent took a deposit 5 minutes ago...bummer. Said it would be early spring before next available...15 minutes later he called back to tell me he found one ready to go into production with a delivery date of 11/15. I didn’t hesitate and am excited to have found this forum. Glancing at the post tonight it looks like there may be a delay with delivery? Sorry for the long post and promise it won’t happen again. Excited in Beaufort, SC!

[Lily&Me]

Congratulations, and on this purchase which will allow you to safely travel with your wife.

There is a current thread on these, which may give you some insight into features and specifications while you await arrival of your own.


Maggie

[OTRA15]

The thread Maggie just referred to FYI:

http://www.airforums.com/forums/f240...ut-184567.html

Safe travels . . .

[dylanmitchel]

The Nineteen is based on the Sprinter 2500 chassis. Does that mean it's a single rear wheel configuration for the rear wheel drive and 4x4 models?

While it's not a true off roader the 144 inch wheel base and shorter overall size combined with single rear wheels vs some of the 3500 4x4's with dual rear wheels would make in very maneuverable and capable of handling fire roads, sandy areas, and all weather conditions.

[OTRA15]

Welcome to the forum!

You might want to check out the active threads on the 19' IS:

2019: http://www.airforums.com/forums/f240/new-19-interstate-price-and-layout-184567.html
2020: http://www.airforums.com/forums/f240...-a-194390.html

There are many knowledgeable folks on those two threads.

Good luck,

Peter