VW Vans Questions

[farmer]

thanks guys.

[farmer]

okay, one more to add to the confusion. Crew Van.

So we have

1. Transporter
2. Transporter Crew Van
3. Caravelle
4. Multi Van
(plus Kombi which obviously doesn't apply)

What is the difference between a Caravelle and a Multivan?

I've ordered some brochures from the VW site.

Am I better off getting a Transporter and specing it up in regard to back seating seeing as I want it for a work/family mix?

[Golf Loon]

Get a manual one and have a long trouble free life.

I think caravelle has just seats, whilst multivan has other extras.

Id get the cheaper transporter and option up a seat in the back.

[farmer]

I imagine that there would be no safety features in the rear for specing up a transporter though.

Can a caravelle still be used as a workhorse?

[4wheels]

I have a T5 Trakkadu (camper) with 4Motion & diff-lock. I've taken it to Cape Yorke and other off-road trips, and have been very impressed with its traction, even on the original road tyres.

It's only limitations for off road use are ground clearance and under body protection, both of which can be improved with modifications. But for just running around a paddock I'm sure it would be fine. This is exaggerated by the LWD, so choose a SWB unless you really need the extra space.

It's very comfortable towing (car on trailer; 1.5+ tonne), but watch out for the towball weight limits, especially for a horse float. Mine has taller rear springs now, and I'm sure would handle more than the 100Kg specified on my Hayman Reece bar, but then you have to consider legal/insurance issues if any-thing goes wrong.

Brian

[Transporter]

okay, one more to add to the confusion. Crew Van.

So we have

1. Transporter
2. Transporter Crew Van
3. Caravelle
4. Multi Van
(plus Kombi which obviously doesn't apply)

What is the difference between a Caravelle and a Multivan?

I've ordered some brochures from the VW site.

Am I better off getting a Transporter and specing it up in regard to back seating seeing as I want it for a work/family mix?

Have a look at the Crew Van.
The rear seat is removable and it has upholstery at the back. When you order a new van you can customize a lot and any option you think of is better to buy at the time of ordering, than buy latter on through the spare parts (much more expensive). And I would get the factory tow bar.