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Ace 1500 SL (4 berth)
RoamWorthy records the Ace 1500 SL (4 berth) as a motorhome. Recorded catalogue data: 4 berths; layout: Rear Kitchen; length 6.16m; width 2.22m; height 3.05m; MTPLM 3,400kg; payload 535kg; base vehicle: Ford Transit; recorded price range £16,500 to £24,000. No live dealer stock is currently linked to this model on RoamWorthy. Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. Check the individual listing and manufacturer documentation before purchase.
Ace 1500 SL (4 berth) key facts
- Berths: 4
- GVW: 3500 kg
- Unladen weight: 2865 kg
- Payload: 535 kg
- Length: 6.16 m
- Width: 2.22 m
- Base vehicle: Ford Transit
- Observed price range: £16,500 to £24,000
Key features
- Fiat Ducato 2.3 JTD engine for reliable touring performance
- Spacious over-cab double bed with safety netting
- Front lounge dinette with four belted travel seats
- Side kitchen equipped with oven, grill, and 3-way fridge
- Truma blown-air heating and hot water system
- Rear ladder and roof rails for additional storage options
- External lockers for easy access to camping gear
Ace 1500 SL (4 berth): key facts
The Ace 1500 SL (4 berth) is a coachbuilt motorhome with an over-cab bed, front dinette, end kitchen and four berths. Its recorded dimensions are 6.16 metres long, 2.22 metres wide and 3.05 metres high, with an MTPLM of 3400 kilograms, a GVW of 3500 kilograms and a payload of 535 kilograms.
- The layout combines an over-cab bed with a front dinette and end kitchen.
- The recorded specification lists four berths and four belted travel seats.
- The recorded dimensions are 6.16 metres long, 2.22 metres wide and 3.05 metres high.
- The recorded MTPLM is 3400 kilograms, with a GVW of 3500 kilograms and a payload of 535 kilograms.
- The recorded price range is £16500 to £24000, although individual examples and equipment can vary.
Worth knowing: Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. The supplied description refers to a Fiat Ducato chassis and a 2.3 JTD engine, but buyers should confirm these details on the specific vehicle. Check the vehicle documentation and licence requirements before purchase.
Who should consider the Ace 1500 SL (4 berth)?
Who it suits
- Couples or small families needing four berths and four belted travel seats.
- Buyers who want a coachbuilt layout with a dedicated over-cab sleeping area and a front dinette.
- Owners who can work within the recorded 6.16-metre length, 2.22-metre width and 3.05-metre height.
Reasons to consider it
- The over-cab double bed keeps sleeping space separate from the front living area during the day.
- The front dinette provides the main seating and dining area while also accommodating four belted travel seats in the supplied description.
- The end kitchen and wet-room layout provide the core facilities in a compact coachbuilt body.
- The recorded 535-kilogram payload gives a clear basis for checking how passengers, water, luggage and equipment will affect loading.
- The recorded price range sits below the supplied ranges for the Auto-Trail Excel, Autocruise Starburst, Bürstner B66 and Swift Trekker.
What to check
- Confirm the exact model year, trim, chassis, engine and installed equipment, because specifications may vary.
- Inspect the over-cab bed, access ladder and safety netting, particularly if all four berths will be used regularly.
- Check that the wet-room arrangement and available storage meet your needs before committing to the layout.
- Verify the plated weights, current mass and remaining payload on the individual vehicle rather than relying only on the catalogue figure.
- Measure or assess access routes, storage and campsite use against the recorded height of 3.05 metres and width of 2.22 metres.
- Confirm the number and position of belted travel seats on the vehicle being viewed.
Worth knowing: The supplied marketplace record shows no current listings, so availability may be limited. The price range is a guide only and should not be treated as a valuation for a particular example. The description characterises older pre-owned interiors as potentially dated, but condition will vary between vehicles.
Compare the Ace 1500 SL (4 berth) with similar models
| Model | Berths | Maximum weight | Length | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ace 1500 SL (4 berth) | 4 | 3400 kg | 6.16 m | £16,500 to £24,000 |
| Ace 1500 DB (4 berth) | 4 | 3400 kg | 6.16 m | £14,000 to £24,500 |
| Auto-Trail Excel | 4 | 3500 kg | 6.25 m | £28,000 to £72,000 |
The Ace 1500 SL (4 berth) offers four berths in a coachbuilt layout with an over-cab bed, front dinette and end kitchen, alongside a recorded 535-kilogram payload. The Ace 1500 DB has the same recorded berth count and length but a different layout and a slightly wider supplied price range. The other listed alternatives vary in length, recorded MTPLM and price range, so the better match depends on whether layout, body size, payload and budget matter most. Confirm the exact specification and condition of any individual vehicle before comparing examples.
Worth knowing: Specifications and prices can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Ownership checks for the Ace 1500 SL (4 berth)
- Plan loading around the recorded 535-kilogram payload, including passengers, luggage, water and optional equipment.
- Keep the vehicle's 3.05-metre height in mind when checking routes, storage and height-restricted entrances.
- Use the 2.22-metre width and 6.16-metre length when assessing parking, access and manoeuvring space.
- Check the over-cab sleeping area and ladder before each trip if that berth is in regular use.
- Confirm that the four-berth layout still works for the intended occupants without exceeding the vehicle's weight limits.
- Review the wet-room, end kitchen and external storage arrangements against the equipment you plan to carry.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Treating the recorded payload as spare luggage capacity without allowing for occupants, fluids and fitted equipment.
- Assuming every Ace 1500 SL has identical equipment, chassis or interior details despite variation by model year, trim and optional equipment.
- Overlooking the vehicle's height when planning storage or routes.
Worth knowing: These are checks based on the supplied dimensions, weights and layout, not claims about faults or servicing requirements. Use the individual vehicle's documents and current measured or plated weights for final decisions.
Alternatives to the Ace 1500 SL (4 berth)
- Ace 1500 DB (4 berth) - Consider the Ace 1500 DB (4 berth) if you want the same recorded four-berth capacity and 6.16-metre length but a different Ace layout, with a supplied price range of £14000 to £24500.
- Auto-Trail Excel - Consider the Auto-Trail Excel if its recorded 6.25-metre length, 3500-kilogram MTPLM or supplied price range of £28000 to £72000 better fits your requirements.
- Autocruise Starburst - Consider the Autocruise Starburst if a shorter recorded length of 5.99 metres is useful, with four berths, a 3500-kilogram MTPLM and a supplied price range of £28000 to £48000.
Data and source notes
- This page uses the maintained RoamWorthy record for the Ace 1500 SL (4 berth).
- 9 model images are recorded for this page and served from RoamWorthy-hosted media.
- 2 recorded source groups are available in the source section below.
Proof notes
- Specifications can differ by production year, trim and optional equipment.
- Dealer listings are used as current marketplace evidence, not as a substitute for the exact vehicle documentation.
Worth knowing: Confirm weights, dimensions and fitted equipment for the exact vehicle before purchase or towing.
Sources and review status for the Ace 1500 SL (4 berth)
This page is supported by 2 recorded source groups.
- RoamWorthy maintained model catalogue (editorial_database)
- Web Exact Model (model_media)
Last reviewed: 2026-09-18T04:33:00.48131+00:00