JANUARY 2013 BROCHURE California ✔ Sleep four in style ✔ California SE ✔ California Beach Comfortable bunks, roomy interior A fabulous fi tted kitchen Take more people and luggage Outdoors, INSIDE made greater Explore more Lots of options to add to How the California your outdoor adventures can transform the way you explore the world ways your Van Centre 6can help you PLUS Tips for picking your ideal vehicle ● How our warranty works for you ● BlueMotion Technology explained VVW_California_web.indbW_California_web.indb 3 112/12/20122/12/2012 114:474:47 INTRODUCING INTRODUCING The Volkswagen California: THE CALIFORNIA SE THE CALIFORNIA ✔ Fully fi tted kitchen with two BEACH gas burners, fridge and sink adventure starts here ✔ Choice of two- or three-seat ✔ Two double beds sleep four benches and swivel chairs people in comfort to seat up to seven people ✔ Optional seven-speed DSG ✔ Two double beds sleep four transmission and 4MOTION® people in comfort ✔ Air-con and parking heater ✔ Choice of two 2.0-litre TDI to control interior comfort engines: 140PS or 114PS ✔ Choice of two 2.0-litre TDI ✔ BlueMotion Technology engines: 140PS or 180PS for low emissions ✔ BlueMotion Technology ✔ Climatic air-con/passenger for low emissions heater for interior comfort ✔ Electrically operated pop-up ✔ Manual pop-up roof WITH THE ARRIVAL of the Volkswagen camper van aluminium roof ✔ Fuel economy up to 40.4mpg in the early 1950s, holidaymaking entered a new age. ✔ Fuel economy up to 39.2mpg (combined) The versatile, practical camper van captured the spirit (combined) of the times and has been the epitome of independent travel ever since. Whether it’s a family camping holiday, a festival weekend, or a voyage of discovery road trip, the camper van gives you the freedom of the open road and provides a place to eat and sleep. And that 60 years of globetrotting experience runs Make your next move through the latest generation of Volkswagen campers – the California SE and California Beach. Both models are Find out why Volkswagen supremely practical with high levels of performance, is a brand you can trust p4 safety and comfort. Yet both retain the charm and personality that has given every Volkswagen camper Go straight to the such widespread appeal. Remember, travel is not just p6 about the destination, it’s the getting there, too. California to learn more Contact us now: To find the location of your nearest Van Centre, get a brochure or book a test drive: 0800 717 131 www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk Get connected: Volkswagen_CV VolkswagenCommercialVehiclesUK vwcommercialvehicles www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/vanmail 2 Volkswagen California Volkswagen California 3 VVW_California_web.indbW_California_web.indb 2-32-3 112/12/20122/12/2012 114:484:48 Customising the Volkswagen camper Spirit of travel van ‘Sixties style’ New California, same values No other vehicle captures the sense of a Beetle-based van. It was simple yet Inspired by the past, built for today, the today as it was in the 1950s – maybe even freedom like the Volkswagen camper versatile, and inspired a range of body Volkswagen California introduces new more so. Yes, there are owners who love van. It’ll take you anywhere and give you combinations including, in 1951, one standards of comfort, performance and the nostalgia, but the appeal of the a place to eat and sleep. Little wonder with a living space and sleeping area safety, thanks to its modern purpose- California lies across every generation. it’s been the choice of globetrotters, created by Westfalia. built design and superb engineering. And whether you own an original The dream festival fans and surfers for six decades. With home comforts in a practical But the ethos remains the same. The Type 2 or a 2012 California Beach, there’s The camper van was born from a vehicle, the journey suddenly became as latest evolution of Volkswagen’s iconic a passionate community of like-minded commercial vehicle concept created in exciting as the destination. It unleashed camper van still symbolises the fun, owners. Groups such as the Volkswagen 1947 by Dutch Volkswagen importer a new spirit of travel – as strong today as freedom and adventure that was such an California Club are happy to share their machine Ben Pon, who sketched the idea for it was in those early days. appealing quality of the much-loved knowledge and expertise so you can get original. The ability to go where you the best out of your camper – on the road The Volkswagen California please, when you please is as relevant or online. fulfils your travel aspirations The California shares the same values of with the same spirit of independence as the iconic camper van adventure as the earliest 2012 split-screen campers Sixties icon A big success throughout the 1950s, 1967 Volkswagen’s camper van achieved iconic status throughout the 1960s and 1970s 1950 when it became synonymous with the anti-establishment, hippie lifestyle. Brightly painted and daubed in slogans, the camper van was a means of expression as well as transport. It became the flagship for a generation, enjoying its highest profile at the generation-defining The camper van put a new generation of Woodstock festival. And with models like 1978 travellers on the road the eight-seater Samba, the camper van helped put an adventure-hungry 1951 generation on the road. By adding a living and Today, that cult status is as strong as The original 1950 Transporter was sleeping space to the designed as a utilitarian workhorse basic van, Westfalia ever – even for those whose influences created the fi rst camper are more Glastonbury than Woodstock. 4 Volkswagen TransporterCalifornia VolkswagenVolkswagen Transporter California 5 VVW_California_web.indbW_California_web.indb 4-54-5 112/12/20122/12/2012 114:484:48 Contents Your camper van questions answered What model is right for me? p8 What is it like “It was raining when we arrived p12 to drive? at Lake Annecy, so we just carried on to Provence and Which engine do I need? p16 St Tropez. You have the freedom to do that with the California.” What is the Joanne Dowland, California SE interior like? p20 What support can I expect? p26 How much does it cost? p30 What options are available? p31 “My California Beach is my main What Add Ons vehicle, so I use it every day for can I choose? p44 work as well as for going out at What are the weekends and trips away.“ facts and figures? p52 James Garratt, California Beach Vehicless shown on the following pages may include factoryfactory-fi tted options that are available at an additional price 756 VolkswagenVolkswagen Transporter California Volkswagen California 7 VVW_California_web.indbW_California_web.indb 6-76-7 112/12/20122/12/2012 114:494:49 Models CALIFORNIA SE California SE Find yourself a spot, The universal appeal of the California SE is that it will take you almost anywhere, then set up and chill out provide you with a place to eat and sleep. It’s the defi nition of independence The ultimate camping trip With a fully functional kitchen and sleeping for four people, the California SE helps unlock your spirit of adventure icture the scene. After a day spent touring the a double bed measuring 1.14m x 2.0m. The electric roof countryside, you’re all ready to relax and settle also elevates to create a second sleeping compartment Pdown for a bite to eat. You’ve found an idyllic for two. This double bed and mattress on sprung slats is spot with to-die-for views. Thanks to the California’s a spacious 1.2m x 2.0m. With beds as comfortable as they fully functional kitchen and comfortable sleeping are easy to make up, four people can sleep soundly, “It’s so convenient. You can space, you can set up home in a matter of minutes. relaxed and refreshed for the next big adventure. park up anywhere and enjoy your Meal times made easy Table for four? holiday with a California; you don’t With a digitally controlled fridge and two-burner gas IS THERE ANYTHING better than reaching a special spot and need to spend ages setting up.” hob, you’ll soon have a tasty meal on the go. And with having everything you need to set up camp? The California SE four 12V electric points, your kettle and toaster can be gives you that freedom, thanks to a kitchen which features a fridge, Heidi Collis, California SE called into service, too. two-burner gas hob, fresh- and waste-water tanks, plus plenty of Swivel the two cab-chairs to face the rear, pop up the storage for food and cutlery. Meal times are quick, easy and fun sliding table and you’re all set. Alternatively, use the large to prepare – particularly if you can get the kids to lend a hand. fold-out table for the magic of alfresco eating. Sleeping for four or your The sense of total independence is complete when it Want to see it yourself? F comes to turning in for the night. The California’s local Van Centre call 0800 717131 innovative rail system allows you to move the rear The electric, aluminium roof rises hydraulically to reveal a bench seat smoothly – which then readily converts into full-length double bed or visit www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk 8 Volkswagen California Volkswagen California 9 VVW_California_web.indbW_California_web.indb 8-98-9 112/12/20122/12/2012 114:494:49 Models CALIFORNIA BEACH California Beach Take everyone along for the ride Sleep easy The manual pop-up roof With the versatility to carry up to seven people and sleep four, reveals a generous upper the California Beach suits your social and sun-seeking nature berth.