In this video Chris gives a tour of his 2003 VW Eurovan Winnebago Camper that is upfitted for week long adventures. You can rent this Westfalia on www.eastcoastwestys.com/ Articles by Chris Dixon www.outsideonline.com/1744421...
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.
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.
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!
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!
@@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’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.
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.
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!
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 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.
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
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.
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.
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.
