Volkswagen T4 Transporter, Caravelle and Camper models, 1990 to 2003

by Copping, Richard; Cservenka, Kenneth

• ISBN13: 9781787114388
• ISBN10: 1787114384
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2020-05-19
• Publisher: Veloce Publishing

Summary

Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from Richard Copping and Kenneth Cservanka’s years of Volkswagen Transporter ownership and experience to learn how to spot a bad example quickly, and how to assess a promising one like a professional. Get the right van at the right price!

Packed with good advice – from running costs, through paperwork, vital statistics, valuation, and the VW community, to whether a VW Transporter T4 will suit you and your lifestyle – Volkswagen T4: Transporter, Caravelle and Camper Models 1990-2003 is THE COMPLETE GUIDE to choosing, assessing and buying the Transporter of your dreams.

Author Biography

With the best part of thirty VW titles to his name, ranging from Beetle books to Buses and Golfs, Richard Copping is regarded as a leading author and marque expert on matters Volkswagen in Britain and beyond. His credentials are impeccable, having learned to drive using a VW Beetle, he has owned Volkswagens ever since. A Concours judge, an avid collector of VW literature, and particularly so the oldest and rarest brochures, Richard has a monthly column in Volkswagen Camper and Commercial magazine, as well as regularly contributing features about some of the best VWs to be seen out and about. 

Having owned and repaired various models of Volkswagen since 1969, Ken Cservenka is a well known figure around the VW show scene. As well as being an occasional Concours d' Elegance judge, he is well known for his photography. His articles, photography and answers to technical queries have appeared in several well known magazines. He has also provided photography for several books and has co-written books for the Veloce Buyers Guide series.

Table of Contents

Introduction & Foreword
Contents
Is a VW Transporter T4 right for you?
Cost considerations
Living with a Transporter
Relative values
Before you view
Inspection equipment
Fifteen minute evaluation
Key points
Serious evaluation
Auctions
Paperwork
What’s it worth?
Do you really want to restore?
Paint problems
Lack of use problems
The Volkswagen Community
Vital statistics
Index