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A few topics seem to have gone this way in recent months. Shame as I was interested at the outset. Never mind!I was interested in the original topic. Too bad it degenerated.
A few topics seem to have gone this way in recent months. Shame as I was interested at the outset. Never mind!I was interested in the original topic. Too bad it degenerated.
What I wrote was rather for being funny but now that you bring it up, the original post was a few lines long: one stating that the california is getting too small and then all about how he cashed in on it (also the title of the post). Then finish with a mention that it was a good vehicle for the holidays and for daily driving around. Meanwhile was also mentioned to buy a motorhome. Well, I'm glad it turned out to be what it is because the original post didn't bring that much to this lovely forum about the volkswagen california. My idea and feeling about this. Hense my reactions. Fans of the ducato variants can still go to the specialized forums that do not have 'vwcaliforniaclub' as the heading, I thought.I was interested in the original topic. Too bad it degenerated.
I tend to disagree; of course I respect your idea on this but let me explain myself: most explanations about how good a vehicle is, its possibilities, discussions etc. will be found on the specialized forums and sites, not here. They're going to be savvy enough when it comes to their campervans; it will also be about travel (with it), motorhome pitches and camping sites, etc. + the specific matters specific to the Ducato variants!The purpose of this forum is to provide information to owners or enthusiasts of the Vw California. If one day I want to buy a Mercedes, Ducato, or other van, the information that will be most useful to me will come from former Californians. And where are they if not here? The specific forums, Ducato for example, will be interesting to follow as well, but will not reflect the particular point of view of the campers, users that we are.
Lotus Beach. Lightness built in.Isn't a Beach the stripped out, no excess weight performance machine?
Well, do you really think I'll go through life with blinders on? Even without this volkswagen california forum I know that there are many other campervan types (and motorhomes) out there. We have been traveling with campers (all types!) since I was 8 years old (I’m much older now).I would definitely say that this forum does a fantastic job of sticking to the label on its tin and is a fabulous place to discuss all things California and all things includes topics that relate to Californias.
Acknowledging that other campervans and other options exist directly relates to this beloved van. it is and remains to be a wonderful platform dedicated to VWs best small camper.
You've only to look out of the window of your Cali to see other campers by other makes so let us not keep the blinds shut and be afraid to chat about other vehicles. We know where the core of our interest and discussion lies so why not include our own personal thoughts and experiences of other vans too. it helps us all hugely and above all is pretty interesting too.
Im quite befuddled as to the route this thread took.
Not alone.Well, do you really think I'll go through life with blinders on? Even without this volkswagen california forum I know that there are many other campervan types (and motorhomes) out there. We have been traveling with campers (all types!) since I was 8 years old (I’m much older now).
Nope: I have chosen a small campervan and a forum for this campervan. Changing my choice, I would certainly not expect that my choice also has to be added. Continue to say that it should be possible to actually get information to sell my cali and which bigger campervan to buy, no, I wouldn't do that. Finally, I would be the one who sells his small campervan and everything that goes with it. I wouldn’t blame people that they would be befuddled if I want such thing to happen.
Helpful? only for those who choose or look for a bigger campervan, that’s what I think.
Still: I take whatever comes but will not change my idea about it. I still think it is an interesting debate although I notice that I am (except for a few posts) almost alone with my point of view. It is what it is.
Well, do you really think I'll go through life with blinders on? Even without this volkswagen california forum I know that there are many other campervan types (and motorhomes) out there. We have been traveling with campers (all types!) since I was 8 years old (I’m much older now).
Nope: I have chosen a small campervan and a forum for this campervan. Changing my choice, I would certainly not expect that my choice also has to be added. Continue to say that it should be possible to actually get information to sell my cali and which bigger campervan to buy, no, I wouldn't do that. Finally, I would be the one who sells his small campervan and everything that goes with it. I wouldn’t blame people that they would be befuddled if I want such thing to happen.
Helpful? only for those who choose or look for a bigger campervan, that’s what I think.
Still: I take whatever comes but will not change my idea about it. I still think it is an interesting debate although I notice that I am (except for a few posts) almost alone with my point of view. It is what it is.
That sounds so true. Also shows how ‘it goes around’ here: friendly, open people and every one can say his idea or thoughts in a friendly way (sorry if mine kept coming and could even be sometimes be not as some want it or as I intended). I think it would be very interesting for the interestedYou are not alone. The label on the tin is what it says.
There are not many forums for other camper vans on different base vehicles, why I suspect opinions regarding other campers by those who currently have VW's are sought here. Personally I think there is space for another forum, a sister forum, which would also be compatible to campervanbits, but not another section.
Agree but not on this forum. Too many decry the California and this is not what I want to read.I think there’s room for another forum which caters for Ducato campervans.
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Agree but not on this forum. Too many decry the California and this is not what I want to read.
Add a section on the sister site - the Marco Polo owners club, there looks to be plenty of capacity on there for increased traffic. Keep this one for VW Californias and loosely related stuff.
Or change it from Marco Polo to ”Everything else “That was my original suggestion.. Change the headline from "Marco Polo's" to "otherCampervans".
Or change it from Marco Polo to ”Everything else “
Thanks @andyinluton - there is just something about a plus four …..I would agree with that, my last 911 was a 997.2 4S lovely to look at but boring at sensible speeds. Sweet spot for me was 964 Carrera2 its the earliest 911 I've had with a proper working heating / ventilation system, the aircon actually worked.
Newer ones have lost a lot of the character.
I currently have a 2017 Morgan Plus 4 - its hard work to drive, you get wet if it rains, you roast in the sun, there's no luggage space & the wife hates it. However I stand a reasonable chance of keeping my licence, it costs peanuts to run, & everyone seems to love it, you get let out junctions and its just a joy to own.
I will however be changing it shortly for one of the new CX platform models as my knees are shot & need an automatic, the new ones have aircon, power steering, courtesy lights & bluetooth connection to stream audio, so a lot easier to live with & use regularly.
Plus 4 or Plus Four?Thanks @andyinluton - there is just something about a plus four …..
The new plus four (I also like the plus six but think the plus four driving position is better)Plus 4 or Plus Four?
Plus 4 has the charm & comfort of a splitty
Plus Four less charm but more like a T6.1 when it comes to ease of driving
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