Saturday, November 14, 2020

In The World Of Volkswagen

In The World Of Volkswagen





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Nowadays the Riviera has its own very strong and specific following and, although less widely-known in the UK than the 'Westy', it is becoming a popular choice among camper enthusiasts. It is a sad but inescapable fact that although many Volkswagen campers were sold new in the UK, the ravages of a wet climate have resulted in the survival of only a limited number. Although vans sourced in the USA are not without their problems, for the most part the levels of rust, rot and general neglect are sufficiently lower as to make them a far better proposition. In many cases it is possible to find VW campers in the USA which are still wearing their original paintwork. While it is true that some work may still be required to restore them to perfect condition, the effort involved in doing so is not nearly so daunting. Perhaps the reason for the Volkswagen camper's enduring charm is the sheer efficiency of its interior design, making it an intelligent choice for a small family on the road without the bulk and impracticality of a true RV.





Many owners use their camper as a daily driver, thus eliminating the need to keep a specific vehicle solely for travel. Whereas at one point only the split-window and early bay window vans were perceived as having 'classic' status, their popularity has extended in more recent years to include the very latest model years. The appeal of a late-70's VW Westfalia or Riviera with its practical four-berth sleeping arrangements and more powerful 2000cc fuel-injected motor has become apparent among enthusiasts. What is certainly not in doubt is the affection in which VW owners hold their vehicles. During the writer's travels throughout the USA in search of suitable vans for his customers, rarely did he encounter an owner for whom the loss of their pride and joy was not an upsetting experience. More than one person changed their mind about selling, and for two owners the parting was, quite literally, a tearful one.





Also abundantly clear is the high demand for these old Volkswagens: on many occasions the writer was disappointed to have missed a particular van because of a queue of other eager buyers. The search for decent vehicles led to an odyssey covering a significant part of the United States. The purchase of one particular Riviera camper involved a plane flight from Miami to Salt Lake city, Utah, followed by a wonderful drive into snow-covered Idaho. The subsequent purchase (of a wonderfully rust-free 1972 'Kombi') led from Idaho through Nevada to Lake Tahoe, and from there into Northern California. Thick snow, requiring the use of chains to maintain forward motion, gradually gave way to glorious sunshine and beautiful scenery. This is by no means an easy way to earn a living, but the rewards in terms of travel are considerable, to say nothing of the characters one meets along the way. There is great satisfaction to be had from the knowledge that a classic VW has been safely transplanted from its home in the USA across thousands of miles of ocean into the hands of a new and equally loving owner.