Just about to get first campervan, VW T4. (ex. caravanner). Appreciate any advice, pointers from anyone with same. What do I need to look out for, what little or big things can go wrong? Thanks
try and get the 2.5tdi. unless its got a blue i on the grill then it will be the 80bhp so would struggle loaded up. i have had the 2.4d non turbo and the 2.5tdi and there was a big difference, had both serviced on time and no probs, just tyres etc. make sure the cambelts have been replaced as with campers it will be age not mileage.
Decide if you want a high top or a pop top before you buy.
Pros and cons-
High Top - Ups: can stand up in it, extra storage, usually well insulated so can be used year round. Downs: Hard, if not impossible, to park in multi stories, P&Rs, car parks with barriers.
Pop Top - Ups - easier to parks as they are usually under 2.0m. Downs: less room inside even when pop top is up due to slope, reduced storage, can be cold due to the pop up being made from plastic/canvas (though you can get wrap round insulating screens).
Im on my third T4 High Top LWB
One BIG tip. Dont get a Rock N Roll Bed. they are uncomfortable to sleep on, uncomfortable to sit on and waste a HUGE amount of space.
Contrary to what others say, go for the 2.4. Its a bog standard Diesel with no bells and whistles and also no Turbo or electronic problems
Just bung Veg oil in and drive.
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Topic: VW T4, any advice
