VW T4 campers | What they're REALLY like to live with!

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9 ай бұрын

The #vwt4 was little short of a revolution in Volkswagen world when it was launched in 1990 - a complete break with the classic, rear-engined VW vans and buses of the past. But now the #vwtransporter T4 is becoming a classic itself, what are these versatile vans really like to live with. In this video, two experienced owners share their advice on what's acknowledged as the first Transport generation - and known in the USA as the #vweurovan. Ash Corner spent only £350 buying his rare, long wheelbase, four-wheel drive, 1997 "Syncro" panel van. He's spent the last ten years transforming it into a much-loved VW camper - complete with a pop top. Alex Streek has gone for the lowered look in his customised 2003 T4 van. Both owners are honest about engines (some versions are a bit underpowered) and their battles with dreaded rust. Though generous undercoating in the factory means many are surviving better than the earlier classics. If you've owned a T4 and have experiences or advice that would help other campervanners - just pop your comments in the description below.
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VWT4 Videos:
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BOOKS FROM THE AUTHOR ON AMAZON:
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@TanselGaraj 7 ай бұрын

Got mine 2002 Caravelle two weeks now and fell in love immediately

@eddt430 24 күн бұрын

The Velle is awesome mate. I've got a 2000 panel van for work. The Velle is hands down far superior. Had ours for 14 years. It's a part of the family. So many family hols and photos. 🤙🏻

@cyclingdragon 3 ай бұрын

I run a 1998 T4 Multivan 2.5 tdi 102 bhp that I bought 8 years ago as a first 'taster' van for taking the family away camping and mountain biking. I've had a variety of interesting cars over the years but the T4 is just a wonderful thing. Great comfort and visibility, with a superb engine in the 2.5 as it will cruise all day on the motorway while returning reasonable fuel economy. I've kept it standard, so just use a portable stove when we're away. If it's just me then I'll use the bed, otherwise take a tent as well. Towbar and rack carries four bikes effortlessly. Also the Multivan makes a great taxi for transporting peeps around to events as it'll carry seven. Getting a bit crusty on the front arches and sills which can be a common issue, but they're a pretty solid van. I'll definitely miss it when it comes time to move on.

@3wheelie 6 ай бұрын

T4 1997 2,5 petrol, 115 hp, 123000 km on the meter, homebuild camper interior, I’m proud what I did to It in two years during the pandemic. Now I enjoy it 100%.

@Thecampervanchannel 6 ай бұрын

Sounds like an ideal pandemic project!

@3wheelie 6 ай бұрын

, and that’s how I found your channel and the inspiration to start my built so thnx.👍

@allanb52 4 ай бұрын

I am a Vivaro owner and big fan, but fair play to you guys you have done well...and you have a pride and joy and that the main thing. Brings a smile. I get the fact that you won't sell, I feel the same, did a 10,000km run to Greece and Turkey last year and off the Alps, Slovenia and Italy next month. See you guys on the road and enjoy.

@jgfiseth3332 3 ай бұрын

Found my T4 Westfalia with the Kitchen and pop-up top for £250. They are old, yes - but easy to maintain and still easy to get parts.

@Thecampervanchannel 3 ай бұрын

What a bargain!

@jgfiseth3332 3 ай бұрын

@@Thecampervanchannel -one of my best - indeed!

@MonkeysUncleDubzClub 7 ай бұрын

T4 are the best, love mine. You never stop learning to be a mechanic when you own a T4 😂

@michaelbirchall2247 Ай бұрын

So they break down a lot?

@hywibowo8618 9 ай бұрын

Sorry mate, you missed to mention the V6 24v 204 hp there.. cheers from Indonesia😊

@jarnea.7988 2 ай бұрын

i have the opportunity to buy a 1999 T4 1.9TD Diesel at a bargain, however i am concerned about the lack of power on steeper terrain and the lack of aircon... I do plan on taking it to the south parts of France for example

@terryteed1903 Ай бұрын

Gear mods and a retrofit air con unit. Go for it, had mine for a month now and its the best vehicle I've ever owned.

@hrvojecerovski5876 Ай бұрын

Im sorry but what kind of roof is that? Is that in factory made or custom made by people? Im new into t4 camping style…if anybody could answer I would appreciate it really