Looks better than I expected! I don’t like the front of the Multivan T7 but I do like the front of this Transporter T7 in any case I still prefer my T6.1! Caravelle was always a van either basic panels and 3 rows of seats, the multivan has proper panels in doors, swivel seats, etc.
..i dont really care about anyone else,i would have one in a heartbeat...but saying that,will be a few years before i could ever afford one!...loving my 2003 t5 right now.....cheers.!.........
Will it have better residuals though like the existing? They may be the same, but other brands with the same vehicles have shown to have differing residuals 🤷🏻♂️ Time will tell
The new Ford transit is probably a very good van and the VW copy of that doesn’t look bad either, but is still isn’t a VW and it will never be a VW. If I am considering buying a replacement for my current T5 Multivan, it will not be the new ‘Ford’ Transporter. I rather would choose for the original, which is the Ford Transit. Although I am a VW adept, I must admit that the Ford will most probably much cheaper than it’s VW derivative and also maintenance at the Ford dealership will be much cheaper. I am still convinced that VW made a huge mistake to hand over development and production to Ford of one of VW’s iconic models. Ford will be the one who really benefits of this deal the most since VW also handed over the complete after market business to Ford with this deal! So Ford did very well with this deal and VW not so. For me personally replacing my multivan in the future would mean to look for a second hand T6.1 or maybe I finally have to divert to another brand like Ford or maybe Mercedes-Benz (can’t believe I am writing this 😢). But I will not buy a VW which isn’t a real VW but a surrogate Ford 😔
Love how heavy the VW badge can carry anything off and the fan boys will make any excuses to defend the band like it’s their own creation. It will be more popular and more expensive than the ford to run and buy but hold its money better while the bank still has some credit in it from previous models. Great money making move from VW. Nick someone else’s van slap some badges on it and charge more money because you can 👌 💰
Because these vans are based on a new shared platform I can see VW making these Transporter/Ford vans break away models from the T7 Multivan lineage with a new name. As I'd want the PHEV or BEV model and I'm not willing to pay £50k to 80k+ for a van it won't effect me but it is all very interesting.
You can see it’s a transit but the styling looks better that the Ford. Don’t underestimate the extra load space - it will make a better camper than the T6. Love that green ❤
Rebadged Ford Transit Custom built by Ford. The Ford small van range like the Transit Connect will be rebadged VW Caddies built by VW. The Transit has the "wet belt" issue. Not sure if that's been resolved yet but it seems like VW are moving from the siezed water pump/cambelt snap issue in the T6 to another cambelt failure issue with these Ford T7s. Time will tell if Ford cracked it. No one else seems to have and the "wet belt" replacement will be very expensive due to the difficulty of access. However on the plus side, the vans are fully hot dipped galvanised, rather than zinc electroplated, so rust should be something users wont be seeing for at least 20 years
You clearly have no idea what you’re talking about, regular servicing means no issues with a wet belt, look at all the transits with huge miles on them.
@@melekbas4390 The point of the wet belt was that it would never need servicing for the life of the vehicle and it was deemed by Ford in their infinite wisdom, that access would not be required. Consequently it was tucked away in a difficult place to reach if maintenance was required. Within a year, belts started to fail, causing catastrophic damage to the engine, so much so that Ford issued a recall in 2021 for wet belt check and offered to fit a replacement engine to all those affected. Check out the Ford Transit Forum. Plenty of people their complaining of failed belts and wrecked engines despite religiously following the service schedule.
@@Justwhymenow Depends how much more it is than the Ford and time will tell if it will depreciate differently. They maybe the similar vehicle underneath, but other brands who have done similar colabs have seen different depreciation. I would expect this to be the same. Time will tell
@@Justwhymenow I expected they would be. One diesel engine seems to have a different power. The 150ps VW where as the Ford is 136ps. It’s going to be very interesting to see how consumers respond. Transit has always sold well, will those VW buyers who have previously bought a Transporter because of its looks or personal preference, now opt for the cheaper option rather than the brand 🤷🏻♂️
I’ll be sticking to my early T6 euro5 (late 2015j which has been faultless! Until it dies which might be when the T8 comes 2030 then I’ll be looking to getting a new van. Keep hearing the T6.1 has issues and it doesn’t have a foot rest either! Trans(h)it…no thanks
I work for VW and it will be now know as the Volkswagen Transporter not the T7. Your thoughts about the colours are also correct. The 110 is discontinued and will now be a 109bhp, close enough though. Will come with the new VW AI system on the headunit as well. I am trying to get a demo van so maybe meet up somewhere to show you. Will be in contact. Multivan California is stunning. Seen it in the flesh and you won't be disappointed.
My email address is steve@staycationlifestyle.co.uk I had a great video idea for the new Cali, involving Düsseldorf, but don’t think I can make it happen. I’m very keen to see it.
I will not be buying anymore Ford transits, due to the wet belt arrangement, we have had 3 snap, resulting in replacement engines, just paid £1600+vat to have one replaced, add on top the £1000, for a new Add blue tank and sensor, not lining myself up with more of the same from VW
probably Mercedes Vito next then... my T6 has been great but VW garages have been properly appalling. also, there is only so much you can do to fix the general esthetic and corner cutting of the manufacturer. lowering the suspension and putting big wheels does nothing for it.
I think it looks ok but a few concerns, have Ford upped their build quality or have VW lowered their standards? this goes to parts being bolted on too. If the quality is there, this could be a positive for the VW community when coming to buying eplacing parts, pop down to your local Ford dealer and pick up equivalent parts for potentially lot less money. Still think it's going to have a difficult time being excepted by the VDub community though.
Time will tell whether that is a wise choice or not. Will the VW be more expensive to buy and service, yet retain greater value. It will be interesting to see
The only thing that would excite me when it comes to the Transporter, is a lowering of the price. They are SO incredibly overpriced and not worth half their price as is. But people unfortunately still buy it, so so VW can get away with it.
Unfortunately I can’t see any significant reduction in prices coming. Costs have gone up. Prices of other vehicles, cars and vans have also gone up, it’s not unique to any brand. It will be interesting though to see how the market responds when this new “VW” comes out compared to the Transit
