Fantastic. Had an old air cooled VW Westy years ago and loved the concept - not the drivetrain. The Vanagon and Eurovan's seem like evolutionary improvements on a light weight weekender type of vehicle. Chris seems like a really knowledgeable nice guy. Thanks for a great interview!
We had one for 20 years. Loved it. Sold it five years ago because VW ended ALL support including vital drivetrain parts. Best choice now is to get a Pleasureway Tofino--same concept, similar layout, only 8 inches longer, based on Ram Promaster 1500. there are also scads of Promaster high roof camper conversions from mom & pop shops if youi don't mind a lower level of systems integration and want to save money.
Euro parts as well as bus depot still stock many parts for these. For example it's pretty easy to get CV joints/axles. Many shops will still repair the transmissions. You can get suspension parts and brakes, wheel bearings, etc. I would say the bigger difference here in 2024 is you really need to pay attention to your maintenance schedules, and do the work AHEAD of time. This is not a vehicle you want to just head out in without doing necessary maintenance, as you could end up stranded for a week or something waiting on parts. Of course I could say the same thing about a Mercedes sprinter van from the same era. And don't forget that the very popular Rialta was also built on this same chassis. The real Achilles heel was the transmission and you pretty much need to add a transmission cooler and keep an eye on the temperature via a scan gage. You may be able to get by doing 70 or 80 miles an hour in these lighter weight vans, but you certainly would not want to do that in the 7000 pound Rialta. All of the problems are essentially amplified. . Pop top Heaven in Southern California is still going strong restoring both these and the Rialtas. They appear to be booked solid as of June 24.
We love our 2003 weekender! Added an ARB Fridge (bolted to the floor) behind driver's seat, kitchen/storage box behind passenger's seat and solar/battery/shorepower ... and a little caframo fan for our back seat passenger.
One of the most informative videos I have seen for a prospective buyer. I think I have now figured out that this model is the one I'll be looking for. Now to just find the right one! Safe travels from California!
A brilliant video, thank you! What a fabulous vehicle. Renting this is definitely on my bucket list now lol. What a great way to earn rental income over the years and still have your capital at the end of it 😆
Great video, very informative and obviously Chris has been bitten by the "bug." Low-keyed individual, who really knows these vehicles, and can't help but enjoy his knowledge and energy about this one. Well done, both of you!
Great video! I had two Eurovans and they truly become an emotional part of you. I have upgraded to a Metris and converted into a campervan, It'll be great if you can review one in the future... Thamks
Hei thanks for ❤ ,now I have 84' wasserboxer 1,9 90 ph injection 100% original, one owner ,8 seats its Sunday car.I dream on Subaru engine but I Norway it's illegal.
I'm not into those pop-tops or tent-trailers unless one is in a very dry climate. It takes a lot of care to make sure mold doesn't start. Otherwise, good job. Good tip about fridge depth, Patrick.
I’m looking at a 93. Most camping will be within 3 hours or less. It is likely much more affordable and its a Westy Weekender. I’ll need to fix door locks and top canvas.
@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures I am looking at a 95. They guy said the following “366K on the body. The rebuild was done by the brother (a mechanic) of the previous owner. I have the receipts which totalled $11,500. It was done in 2019 at about 349K. So the engine has less than 20K on it. What say you? Asking 25k CAD.
I like the VW Eurovan. Would make a great minivan with the extra side door. The riding position wasn't comfortable for me. I needed longer arms. Has good suspension.
I live in the UK and have a T4 800 special with a 1.9 tdi conversion (1z engine from a golf), does around 30mpg with a modified 5th gear ratio. 240,000 miles on the clock. Love it!
I have the 2002 EVC which is identical to the 2003. On average, it will do about 17~18 mpg in mixed driving and 20 mpg on the highway. The 24 valve VR6 is an excellent engine with plenty of passing power - even uphill! I bought it new in 2002 and I still can't find anything that can quite replace it. It is indeed the Swiss Army Knife of cars; everyday driver, camper, people mover and cargo van all in one.
It does have cruise control but no tilt steering. Was wondering if that could be changed. I have test driven a few. Very quick and fast. VW could have put a sliding door on the driver's side. That might have helped the sales.
Has anyone put a Japanese design engine in Eurovan? I know Subie conversions were on Vanagons. The transmissions were pretty prone to breaking in these, and $5000 to replace.
Hey can you help me find some parts for my Volkswagen euro Van I need the risers to raise the top have you found anyone in your area or somewhere where you could get these
You can just create a duct for a window AC unit to blow into the front window of the poptop. Velcro, scissors and some waterproof fabric and fabric glue and you'd be good to go.
Fantastic. Had an old air cooled VW Westy years ago and loved the concept - not the drivetrain. The Vanagon and Eurovan's seem like evolutionary improvements on a light weight weekender type of vehicle. Chris seems like a really knowledgeable nice guy. Thanks for a great interview!
We had one for 20 years. Loved it. Sold it five years ago because VW ended ALL support including vital drivetrain parts. Best choice now is to get a Pleasureway Tofino--same concept, similar layout, only 8 inches longer, based on Ram Promaster 1500. there are also scads of Promaster high roof camper conversions from mom & pop shops if youi don't mind a lower level of systems integration and want to save money.
That’s a bummer
Euro parts as well as bus depot still stock many parts for these. For example it's pretty easy to get CV joints/axles. Many shops will still repair the transmissions. You can get suspension parts and brakes, wheel bearings, etc. I would say the bigger difference here in 2024 is you really need to pay attention to your maintenance schedules, and do the work AHEAD of time. This is not a vehicle you want to just head out in without doing necessary maintenance, as you could end up stranded for a week or something waiting on parts. Of course I could say the same thing about a Mercedes sprinter van from the same era. And don't forget that the very popular Rialta was also built on this same chassis. The real Achilles heel was the transmission and you pretty much need to add a transmission cooler and keep an eye on the temperature via a scan gage. You may be able to get by doing 70 or 80 miles an hour in these lighter weight vans, but you certainly would not want to do that in the 7000 pound Rialta. All of the problems are essentially amplified. . Pop top Heaven in Southern California is still going strong restoring both these and the Rialtas. They appear to be booked solid as of June 24.
Man Patrick is on fire this season! awesome video as always...love from Zimbabwe
Thank you very much
We love our 2003 weekender! Added an ARB Fridge (bolted to the floor) behind driver's seat, kitchen/storage box behind passenger's seat and solar/battery/shorepower ... and a little caframo fan for our back seat passenger.
Sweet ride
Fantastic video! i just bought a 1999 EVC and have been trying to figure things out. Very helpful!
I’m soon getting a 2002 Eurovan and this video was perfect timing!
One of the most informative videos I have seen for a prospective buyer. I think I have now figured out that this model is the one I'll be looking for. Now to just find the right one! Safe travels from California!
A brilliant video, thank you! What a fabulous vehicle. Renting this is definitely on my bucket list now lol. What a great way to earn rental income over the years and still have your capital at the end of it 😆
Thank you very much
Great video, very informative and obviously Chris has been bitten by the "bug." Low-keyed individual, who really knows these vehicles, and can't help but enjoy his knowledge and energy about this one. Well done, both of you!
True dude
Hi Patrick, another awesome video. Keep up the good work.
Thank you very much
Great video! I had two Eurovans and they truly become an emotional part of you. I have upgraded to a Metris and converted into a campervan, It'll be great if you can review one in the future...
Thamks
I would love to find a concerted Metris for my channel
love these vw rigs....
Me too
The best model from VW ever made
I really love this
Hei thanks for ❤ ,now I have 84' wasserboxer 1,9 90 ph injection 100% original, one owner ,8 seats its Sunday car.I dream on Subaru engine but I Norway it's illegal.
I'm not into those pop-tops or tent-trailers unless one is in a very dry climate. It takes a lot of care to make sure mold doesn't start. Otherwise, good job. Good tip about fridge depth, Patrick.
Thank you for the insight
im interested in one of these and this video is very informative
Thank you very much
I’m looking at a 93. Most camping will be within 3 hours or less. It is likely much more affordable and its a Westy Weekender. I’ll need to fix door locks and top canvas.
It was a nice car ,but so is the vw Camper..Nice video .. 👍🌟
Very nice God bless you. I could really use one of these.
Go for it!
@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures I am looking at a 95. They guy said the following “366K on the body.
The rebuild was done by the brother (a mechanic) of the previous owner. I have the receipts which totalled $11,500. It was done in 2019 at about 349K. So the engine has less than 20K on it. What say you? Asking 25k CAD.
I like the VW Eurovan. Would make a great minivan with the extra side door.
The riding position wasn't comfortable for me. I needed longer arms. Has good suspension.
True
I want one now!!!
Sweet
Yay to the Vanual
Thank you for watching
At first I was sure he was actually Toby from The Office!
Interesting.
Just picked up the same year EVC & so far love it! I was unaware of the electric locking differential...it’s there a button for that??
I want one so bad!!!
I wonder what the mpg is on these. It's a nice setup. Another great video Patrick.
I believe 18mpg
Around 18. More if you keep it below 70 - which is difficult.
I live in the UK and have a T4 800 special with a 1.9 tdi conversion (1z engine from a golf), does around 30mpg with a modified 5th gear ratio. 240,000 miles on the clock. Love it!
I have the 2002 EVC which is identical to the 2003. On average, it will do about 17~18 mpg in mixed driving and 20 mpg on the highway. The 24 valve VR6 is an excellent engine with plenty of passing power - even uphill! I bought it new in 2002 and I still can't find anything that can quite replace it. It is indeed the Swiss Army Knife of cars; everyday driver, camper, people mover and cargo van all in one.
It does have cruise control but no tilt steering. Was wondering if that could be changed.
I have test driven a few. Very quick and fast. VW could have put a sliding door on the driver's side. That might have helped the sales.
It had so much potential
It might be possible, but I don't think you could add tilt easily at all. The 2001 to 2003's are indeed very fast.
The guy who is demonstrating resembles the Boss in the movie Office Space who asks for the TPS report
I don’t see the resemblance
@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures see properly
Great video. I have a 95 spd eurovan and wanting to take the Norcold fridge. What fridge did you replace it with?
Thank you for watching.
Check out the NovaKool
It's a truckfridge TF49
Very nice!!
How much do you think is a good price for a 2001 vanagon, in great condition like yours? I’m looking at one that’s $39K
Please make you Van book available for downloading!
Has anyone put a Japanese design engine in Eurovan? I know Subie conversions were on Vanagons. The transmissions were pretty prone to breaking in these, and $5000 to replace.
Hey can you help me find some parts for my Volkswagen euro Van I need the risers to raise the top have you found anyone in your area or somewhere where you could get these
those wheels looks like Mercedes wheels!!! ( My 1993 W124 has the same stock wheels..but in silver)
Oh maybe
Are those van reliable?
How do you light the pilot light on the on board furnace? The blower works but no heat.
It should be delivered ignition
Good
Thank you
I like the Westfalia/Vanagon better...everything is more complicated in this one.
Thank you for your opinion
Is there an uncomplicated way to add an air conditioner for use in a campground? Thanks!
Not that I know of
You can just create a duct for a window AC unit to blow into the front window of the poptop. Velcro, scissors and some waterproof fabric and fabric glue and you'd be good to go.
👍🏻
Thank you for watching
What refrigerator do you have in this?
As the video creator, I don’t know which one it is.
Omg! I’m in Sc!
so?
Katherine McChesney South Carolina
Sweet
@@TheresaPowers Did somebody have a bowl of Bitchy for breakfast this morning?
Yo folly beach what’s up brother I’m out on Ashley rn
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how much are they
These are selling in the 30’s now
Love the eurovan but you have to pay a lot more for the camper version. Not sure it’s worth it
are you selling this or u know anyone selling.
This is not for sale.
No storage, too small and that fucking engine will FAIL all the time
junk
Thank you for watching
9 years on UA-cam and that’s all you got? 🤣😂🤣