Review: Northern Express Ultra Lite Travel Trailer 258RB 2023
The 2023 Northern Express Ultra Lite Travel Trailer 258RB is a testament to Gulf Stream Coach's undeniably high standards of design and functionality. As an offering in the Ultra Lites category, it expertly combines the benefits of a lightweight travel trailer without compromising on the comforts of a home-like setting.
Stepping into the 258RB, one is greeted with 'Matador Frost' Ceiling Panels and 'Plush Dunes' Wall Vinyl – nuances that highlight the premium finish of the trailer. The cabinetry, complete with solid wood stiles and wood cabinet doors, further ads to its stylish yet homely feel. Designer window treatments and LED lighting only seek to enrich the ambiance.
In terms of safety, the 258RB is prepped with safety chains, a break-away switch, wall mount fire extinguisher, a combo LP and CO detector and smoke detectors. Additionally, it has an exterior LP gas hookup.
One of the quintessential comforts of a good travel trailer is the bathroom, and the 258RB does not disappoint. It features a 30” x 36” walk-in shower with a door, foot flush toilet, a medicine cabinet with a mirror, skylight in the shower/tub and a vortex bath fan.
For the culinary enthusiasts, the trailer is equipped with a stainless-steel 3-burner range with an oven, stainless steel microwave, a range hood with a light, a 12V 10.7 cu. ft. refrigerator/freezer and provisions for an outdoor gas grill.
When it comes to entertainment and lounging, the 258RB has a booth dinette and a plush tri-fold sofa. A big 60” x 80” queen bed ensures restful nights, complete with a designer bedspread and under-bed shoe storage.
The exteriors are given equal attention and the trailer sports 1-Piece Vinyl Roof, fiberglass exterior sidewalls with Azdel, easy-lube axles and radial tires with aluminum rims. A sturdy build seeks to ensure the longevity of the trailer and stand the tests of time and travel.
The Northern Express Ultra Lite Travel Trailer 258RB offers a sizeable carrying capacity, a boon for intensive travelers. With a dry weight of 5,957 lbs, hitch weight of 740 lbs and net carrying capacity of 2,042 lbs, space limitation is the last thing to worry about.
Gulf Stream Coach maintains competitive pricing, with an MSRP of $39,898 and an invoice price listed at $27,516. It's always advisable to check and compare with dealer costs to secure the best deal possible.
In summary, the 2023 Northern Express Ultra Lite Travel Trailer 258RB is a remarkable offering from Gulf Stream Coach. It admirably serves those seeking a lightweight travel option while not compromising on the comforts and luxuries of a well-accommodated living space. It is impressively designed, ensuring safety, comfort, and enjoyment for all types of travelers.
