Supreme unveils instant Classic

According to Supreme’s Frank Prosenik, the new Classic range doesn’t have all the "bells and whistles" of some of the Melbourne manufacturer’s premium models, with prices starting at $49,990.

"We're starting to find a lot of the younger families are coming onto the market," Prosenik said. "It’s priced to attract those entry-level buyers; we appreciate not everybody has got $70-$80,000 to spend on a new caravan."

The Classic is available in 12 layout designs from 16.5 ft (5.02m) to 21ft (6.4m) internal lengths.

"There’s a 21 foot model with three separate bunks, double bed and a lounge that will convert to a smaller double, as well as a separate shower and toilet, that will sleep up to seven," he said.

While Supreme has offered family layouts previously, it’s the first time they’ve been offered at this pricepoint.

"Using car parlance, it’s a Holden Commodore, whereas our next model, the Spirit, is probably more like a Statesman," he said.

The on-road Classic vans have a slightly different external design and different furniture materials inside, and on average weigh up to 150kg less than other Supreme models, at around 1800kg.

"It’s got a different profile, the front is shaped slightly different, with more of an angle, and it’s got contoured aluminium (on the body), as opposed to the smooth surface on most of our other models," he said.

While catering to the budget conscious, the Classic doesn’t lack too much in the way of standard features, including a Swift cooker, Sharp microwave, Dometic 150 litre fridge/freezer, 2 x 80 litre water tanks, battery pack,  DVD/CD/MP3/radio player and two speakers, Winegard antenna,  Suburban gas hot water, China bowl toilet, Dometic roll out awning and Ibis air conditioner.

Examples of the Classic will be unveiled at a function at Supreme’s Melbourne headquarters this weekend, and it will also be on display at the upcoming Adelaide and Melbourne caravan shows.

For more information see the Supreme website.