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VW Camper & Commercial 48
  • Ruby Red - 1970 Custom Westfalia Campmobile
    Built in November 1970 this Westfalia Campmobile is based on the standard SO 69 layout, with the single seat and coolbox / sink unit either side of the gangway, flap table, wardrobe by the sliding door and  rear seat / bed. Whilst the original...
  • Special Delivery - 1954 RHD Barndoor Panel Van
    Until 1954 RHD versions of Transporter Models were only available to special order, with Sweden being the most popular destination for such versions. With the introduction of RHD production line models in 1954 however, countries such as Australia...
  • Bus Doctor - 48
    Got a problem or a query? Why not let the Bus Doctor come to your aid? Steve Leatham & Simon Baxter answer some of your questions...
  • The Good Samaritan - 1986 T3 Medical Personnel Ambulance Disaster Unit
    For sixty years five generations of VW Transporter have served as Fire trucks, Ambulances and other Emergency or Disaster vehicles, and whilst having a fully equipped original condition version may be great for shows and special displays and...
  • How To 48: Fit a Performance Gearbox Mid-Mount
    After installing a larger capacity engine, the OG gearbox mounts can flex and struggle to cope with the extra horsepower leading to broken mounts, worn linkage or worse, cracked nose cones. Solid mounts and straps are fine for the race boys and...
  • From Kombi to Camper - 1954 RHD Javanese Kombi
    Restoring a vintage bus to original, stock condition is no easy task, especially when the bus in question is a one year only, RHD, pre 1955 version, and many parts simply unavailable. Whilst this 1954 former Kombi may no longer have some of its...
  • Stanford Hall 2010
    Legend has it that it never actually rains at Stanford Hall, and though the weather forecast was dire, that tradition was once again fortunately maintained! However, it must have been one of the coldest meetings I can remember in 20 years of...
  • The Barefoot Chef 48 - Maryland Kebabs
    How to be a Chic Camper without being Poncey...
  • Swiss Roll
    The countdown had ended and the moment we had been waiting for had finally arrived – it was time for us to do some long-distance motoring across Europe. Our plan was to drive ‘Flora’, our 1972 Westfalia, down to southern Switzerland from our home...
  • 1995 Westfalia LT Camper
    When long time VW fanciers David and Becky Bunce decided they needed something a bit bigger to cater for their growing family and expanding business alike, the criteria was clear – more space and Westfalia build quality: obviously it had to be an...
  • Brochure Line 48 - Vanagon on the Move
    Volkswagen’s biggest story with the T3 of post ’82 vintage was undoubtedly the Water Boxer engine. However, there’s much more to shout about in the maximising sales game!
  • A Touch of Grey - 1973 Custom Westfalia SO 72
    Blending subtly understated stock and custom styling this customised former Westfalia exudes period charm, with its Chinchilla Grey paint and black detailing epitomising the mix.
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VW Camper & Commercial 47
  • Dublicious Dove Blue - 1966 Custom 13 Window Deluxe
    Look closely at this 1966 Microbus and note it has factory fitted sunroof but no skylights, and although built as a Deluxe Microbus (Typ 24), it has none of the usual shiny exterior trim bits. Couple that with the addition of a bespoke interior and...
  • Doing the Continental - 1972 Westfalia Continental
    In September 1972 VW UK introduced two “Volkswagen” Campers which were distributed via the dealership network and thus carried full VW warranty. Aimed specifically at the UK market both were RHD – Devon’s Caravette was more a multi purpose people...
  • Bus Doctor - 47
    Got a problem or a query? Why not let the Bus Doctor come to your aid? Steve Leatham & Simon Baxter answer some of your questions...
  • Fire! Fire! - 1987 Feuerwehrwagen Caravelle Crew Transport T3 Firetruck
    As a child, who did not play with fire engines and dream of being a fire-fighter and driving one around and speeding through imaginary traffic? Gary Ferguson has been able to realise that childhood game with his T3 Firetruck, complete with flashing...
  • Bay View Farm - Looe, Cornwall
    Staycation – possibly one of the ugliest and uncouth words I have ever had the misfortune to hear, but it turns out that it’s something we’ve been doing ever since we bought our ’79 bay window back in 1996. Although we’ve always called it the Great...
  • How To 47: Electric Fuel Pump Wiring
    A large proportion of vans these days have increased capacity engines and with that, the need for a larger capacity fuel pumps. Naturally the factory mechanical fuel pumps give way to various styles of fuel electric pump.
  • The Barefoot Chef 47 - Belly Pork, Duck Breasts & Gammon
    How to be a Chic Camper without being Poncey...
  • Cheeses of Normandy - The Samba Hamper
    Standing by as our ‘65 Microbus was burned, ground down and cut into a rusty skeleton, gave us plenty of time for ups and downs during its renovation. When things got really low we’d focus on the places we’d visit when the bus was finished and the...
  • Brochure Line 47 - VW Campingwagen: Whose Style?
    Campingwagen brochures are bound to appeal. But do you buy one of Westfalia’s own, or does Volkswagen’s offering tempt you more?
  • Setting the Standard - Full on Custom T4
    When Adrian Bird’s fully customised T4 Panel van hit the streets in 2005 it immediately caused a sensation. The T4 scene was really starting to take off and Adrian wanted to create something special and unique that would combine unique custom...
  • How To 47b: Remove Early Trailing Arm Collars Ready to Install a Narrowed Beam
    When installing an aftermarket narrowed front beam to an early bus, ’55-’63, the outer bearing race collars need to be removed. Once the trailing arms are removed from the OG beam you will see the collars. If there are no collars on the trailing...
  • Devon Rescue: 1972 Devon Caravette
    For many people a full on restoration is a hideously expensive venture requiring the use of professionals, but there is also that strong hardcore group who have the skills (or the determination to learn them) to tackle any challenge. When Andy...
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VW Camper & Commercial 46
  • Spirit of '56 - 1956 Custom Kombi Camper
    It may have taken Anthony Nikou seven years to create the bus of his dreams but the end result is a unique, fully customised, camper that combines period charm and detailing with street styling and modern comforts.
  • Pastel Perfection - 1971 Crossover Bay Camper
    When Adrian Brown took his pride and joy for MOT back in 2007 he was horrified to learn that he was in imminent danger of needing a shovel to clear up the rusty remains or calling in the local scrap metal dealer. Undeterred he set about getting the...
  • Bus Doctor - 46
    Got a problem or a query? Why not let the Bus Doctor come to your aid? Steve Leatham & Simon Baxter answer some of your questions...
  • Caravelle Camper - 1990 T3 Caravelle GL
    Introduced in 1982, the Caravelle Models were the luxury versions of the workmanlike Kombi, featuring carpets and velour upholstery and optional extras such as jail bars and armrests as standard. They were essentially top of the range Minibuses and...
  • Beachbuggin' 2009: The Return
    On August 16th 2009, BeachBuggin’ came back onto the VW show scene after a year’s absence. Now organised by the Portsmouth Kleine Wagens VW Club, this year’s show was bigger and better than any before it. Before the show had even finished word on...
  • March 8th 2010: Happy 60th Birthday to the Bulli
    In October 2007 VW put on the now legendary 60th Anniversary of the Bus celebrations at Hannover. 23rd April 2007 marked 60 years since the birth of the idea, when Ben Pon drew his famous sketch showing a recognisable rear engine, curving shape van...
  • The Barefoot Chef 46 - Shooter's Sandwich
    How to be a Chic Camper without being Poncey...
  • Saamtrek 2009 - South African Syncro Owner's Club
    A group of South African Syncro owners from all over South Africa, got together for nine days of syncro fun in our neighboring country of Lesotho from the 25th April to 3rd May 2009. Lesotho is known locally as “the Mountain Kingdom” and yes it...
  • Modded Multivan - 1998 T4 Syncro
    Mention the word Syncro and most people immediately think of the legendary T3 versions, but the T4 (and T5) also had (has) the 4WD option and is badged as Syncro. Finished in stunning Colorado Pearl Effect metallic paint, the gorgeous 2.5TDI T4...
  • Gibside Gathering 2009
    You know how it is. Its Friday, you’re at work and all you are thinking about is the weekend bus adventure ahead. This one is a little bit different from the normal shows for us, this one is our club camping show on the weekend of 22nd and 23rd of...
  • Brochure Line 46 - Every Model is a Special One
    There’s an inordinate degree of interest in the wonderful but often weird Buses with special bodies and equipment that invariably make them entirely impractical for any use today other than as showpieces – here are some of the best!
  • Don't Junk It; Restore it! - 1975 Sopru/Dormobile D4/6 Camper Restoration
    After travelling round Australia in the 1975 Sopru Camper they bought down under, Ian and Amanda Lloyd decided to bring “Ethel” back to Blighty with them. Though it had served them well, it had only the basic interior they had cobbled together in...
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