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They say that everything in America is bigger, and “they,” whoever they are, are usually right. But that doesn't mean that only the biggest of the big ones will do. In the case of this miniature camper, it was all about small size and extra comfort.
Viral videos are a great source of (mostly mindless) entertainment or excellent promotional content for whoever makes them. Every once in a while, though, you come across a viral video that is both of those things and also a stark reminder of great things we no longer have, like this pocket camper, the Four Winds International Majestic 19G.
Thor has had the Four Winds International Majestic 19G RV in their lineup of new models available for a while. They are still producing Four Winds RVs, but they are only building this specific model for Cruise America and Cruise Canada on request. This makes it a bit of a rarity because you either find it on the used market, which is not that common, or you have to try your luck with one of these companies.
The first video below is a sales pitch from a dealer with a used item in inventory. It has since been sold, but the video is still making the rounds online, reaching viral status. One look and you can see why: as far as sales pitches go, this is probably the most efficient and entertaining. Not only do you get to see everything there is to see in the space of 30 seconds, you do it with a smile on your face.
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While most marketers or content creators, in general, will make you watch an hour-long video only to hide the most important part somewhere in the middle, this guy shows you everything you can find on board the Majestic 19G in less than a minute. Sure, the video is sped up, but you see him open the doors, test the beds, pull the blinds and basically test every feature of this camper right before your eyes.
The tour is about the smallest Class C motorhome, which was the official description of the Majestic 19G during production. At just over 19 feet (5.8 meters) long and big enough to fit in a standard parking lot, it was an accurate description, not just a typical case of marketing hyperbole.
That’s because the Majestic 19G was built on a Ford E-350 Super Duty chassis, which allowed it to be very compact in size compared to most RVs. That said, the Majestic 19G’s appeal went beyond its compactness to how it would function as a self-contained RV for a small family looking for outdoor adventures.
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While more practical for two adults and a child or large dog, the Majestic 19G could accommodate a family of four if needed, thanks to its elevated bed and convertible dinette combo. It also offers all the basic comforts of a mobile home, such as a bathroom and a small but well-equipped kitchen, plus a host of extras: an extra seat with a lap belt (which was actually a recliner in older models), storage space, and nice furniture finishes.
Everything aboard the Majestic 19G is a good example of solid design that aims to combine equal parts compactness and functionality. The galley is a bit smaller, but still accommodates a two-burner gas stove, microwave, refrigerator, stainless steel sink, and plenty of storage options.
The bathroom could be of the “you can shower while you go to the bathroom” variety, but it's definitely better than not having a bathroom and making do with an outdoor shower and a portable toilet that you hide under the bed. The elevated bed is surprisingly compact and big enough for two adults, thanks to a fold-down extension that comes into play when you need to go to sleep.
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The Majestic 19G also features a swivel-mounted TV, air conditioning and heat, and running water. Standard features include a 20.5-gallon (77.6-liter) fresh water tank, 16-gallon (60.5-liter) gray water tank, 11-gallon (41.6-liter) black water tank, 6-gallon (22.7-liter) hot water tank, and an 11-gallon (41.6-liter) gasoline tank.
Power comes from a 5.4-liter V8 engine with 255 horsepower and driver assistance safety features.
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A used Four Winds Majestic 19G typically sells for between $15,000 and $50,000, depending on how old it is and how many miles it has on it, but it’s not every day that one becomes available. New ones are even harder to find, so your best bet if you want to try out the smallest Class C camper is a rental.
For the rest of us who don't even have that, we will always have Paris this fantastic video tour.
