Decisions, decisions

We visited the NEC again in February 2009, both of us having lain awake on more than one occasion pondering the aforementioned questions (see previous post - Beginnings). Knowing that there was little new on the caravan scene, we decided to research motorhomes, particularly those with lowish fixed beds as Ruth would be unable to climb to an overbed or even a high rear bed. One or two van conversions such as the Adria Twin might do, but having been used to quite a large caravan, we yearned for the spaciousness afforded by the coachbuilt vehicles. 
A model from Bürstner seemed to fit the bill, as well as duplicated offerings from CI Motorhomes and Roller Team (which have the same manufacturer). The Burstner looked classy and was on a Transit base, but the CI seemed better value for money, having similar features at a lower price, on a Fiat chassis with a more powerful 130bhp engine. It also had twin airbags, which were extra or unavailable on many other models, but which for us were an essential safety feature. A bonus for an imported vehicle was that the habitation door was on the “correct” side. We were tempted but declined any offers, deciding to go home and have a real think. It would also give me time to do some more research. 
After all, there was no rush - or was there?