Benny – 4 berth Benimar Tessoro 413 Automatic - 2020

Welcome to my Benimar Tessoro 413 Automatic motorhome. This is a beautiful 4 berth 6.41 mtr long van from 2020. An ideal length. which is better for parking and getting around than the longer motorhomes. It has a drop-down double bed and two bunk beds at the rear. There is also a handy 2-bike rack fitted. Ample storage space can be backed up with a rear box that can be fitted to the bike rack, should you not be taking your bikes along.

I have included a detailed inventory of all non-fixed pieces of equipment. Anything not included on the inventory like cleaning materials are considered as consumable items. There will be an opportunity to check the inventory prior to departure should you wish. Bedding and towels are provided.

I have prepared a short guide on setting up and preparing to leave locations. This is contained within the van. This is guide only based on my preferred way of doing things, though there are some things in the guide that are essential to the safe operation of the van.

Hopefully everything goes smoothly, but there is a lot to take in and sometimes you need some advice. Therefore, I have also provided an external hard drive (connected to the TV) containing two information handover videos with all you need to know about the van. The hard drive also contains over 600 movies, which is great for those rainy days or when there is no internet signal!.

If you need to speak to me for advice please message me through the Goboony platform. Your personal insurance can be arranged by GoBoony.

It is essential to plan Your stops. Motorhomes in general are not best equipped to stay off-grid for more than a couple of days.
Booking into Campsites is essential.

1. Like all motorhomes, 24v elect sockets won’t work unless hooked up to 24v supply at a campsite.
2. The 12v leisure battery only supports essentials like lighting and the water pump.
3. Dependent on use, fresh water must be replenished on average every two days.
4. Depending on use, the toilet cassette should be emptied every two days.
5. Grey waste water (from both sinks) must be emptied before leaving a campsite as you don’t want this unnecessary weight while travelling.

The so-called NC500 route is not best suited for a motorhome. So care must be taken on this route. I have driven the route on three occasions in a Land Rover for photography. The numerous single-track roads with passing places and potholes makes driving a van a little challenging to first timers.

When driving on country and single-track roads with passing places you need to be confident to accurately reverse the vehicle potentially a hundred yards on a narrow single track road. You should never attempt to drive the Bealach Na Ba (take the A832) or B869 Drumbeg Road (take the A894). This is following advice from several professional drivers who know the road and from local breakdown services. It only takes ONE person who is not used to driving a large vehicle to block the road completely to the detriment of other users, those that regularly use the road for work, and importantly – emergency vehicles.

Hopefully you have all the essential equipment and information you need, but I would appreciate feedback on anything you think could be improved.

As i did when i hired my first van, treat it as if it were your own. I really hope you have a great time with the van.

Kevin