Almost daren't show you our Cali!

[calibusje]

Lovely van and wheels but ditch the bike rack. Some love them but IMO they look heinous!

Don’t know about others but I don’t have a bike rack for the looks of it

 

[westfalia]

Can you pick up Sky sports with those wheels?

 

[Mollymoo]

Isn't it more of a beige (I quite like that colour....). Of course any van is great, I just don't get the overall trend in cars in general towards grey, I heard on the radio that it's because of resell values....

I've always liked Alfas (and the 156 I had was probably lovely) and they should be red, but now I see them all the time in Grey and I just don't get it....

Each to their own!!

Here's one I sold recently and have regretted it

 

[BigJohn]

It would be boring if they were all the same - be proud! Welcome!

 

[BigglesTheExplorer]

What a fantastically unique van you have there. Be proud. Parade it. I'm still waiting for my new 6.1 SE in Indium grey to be delivered. When I ordered it in mid Jan the two-tone was no longer an option. I must admit, I wasnt keen on the two-tone colour scheme but that's my preference. However, I'm a firm believer in "stand out from the crowd and be proud". Dem lovely wheels tho'... Will need touch-ups... But hey... Its part of the van-life dream right?! Enjoy folks! Happy touring!

 

[kernnowkarmann]

Lovely van and wheels but ditch the bike rack. Some love them but IMO they look heinous!

I quite like the bike racks, makes it feel more like a camper. Saying that I've taken nine off at moment as not using it, at last I can see out of the rear window! Nice and easy to get on and off though

 

[chris151151]

Hello,
It's great to be here, finally owning a Cali. Only taken us about 18 years!! Our Cali was the demo vehicle hence it looking different! It's registered white but the dealer painted it two tone berryl green, influenced by VW Beetles from the 1960's. They added the Schmoov wheels, then the bike rack, side rails & mud flaps. It has quite a few optional extras. I did wonder about posting as some people were critical of it in the 'two-tone' thread but tbh I love it. We all have different taste, which is a good thing, and I certainly don't expect everyone to like it!
I've found posts helpful and interesting, so thanks.

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Too cool for school. Oh well, back to the Ascot Grey.

 

[hls28]

Too cool for school. Oh well, back to the Ascot Grey.

I like the Ascot grey. Especially the two tone Ascot grey/white.

 

[Anthony1]

Hello,
It's great to be here, finally owning a Cali. Only taken us about 18 years!! Our Cali was the demo vehicle hence it looking different! It's registered white but the dealer painted it two tone berryl green, influenced by VW Beetles from the 1960's. They added the Schmoov wheels, then the bike rack, side rails & mud flaps. It has quite a few optional extras. I did wonder about posting as some people were critical of it in the 'two-tone' thread but tbh I love it. We all have different taste, which is a good thing, and I certainly don't expect everyone to like it!
I've found posts helpful and interesting, so thanks.

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I think it is beautiful.

 

[mike bennett]

Very very nice I had a good nose round it back in October when we picked ours up from Droitwich

 

[Seamelody]

Hello,
It's great to be here, finally owning a Cali. Only taken us about 18 years!! Our Cali was the demo vehicle hence it looking different! It's registered white but the dealer painted it two tone berryl green, influenced by VW Beetles from the 1960's. They added the Schmoov wheels, then the bike rack, side rails & mud flaps. It has quite a few optional extras. I did wonder about posting as some people were critical of it in the 'two-tone' thread but tbh I love it. We all have different taste, which is a good thing, and I certainly don't expect everyone to like it!
I've found posts helpful and interesting, so thanks.

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Oh WOW - stunning, choice of paint colour is on point and those wheels are absolutely perfect. Real head turner - lucky you !

 

[Brendan eldridge]

Very nice and individual, it’s not what I would choose personally but it does look good.
Congratulations and enjoy.

 

[Lovingmycampervan]

Hello,
It's great to be here, finally owning a Cali. Only taken us about 18 years!! Our Cali was the demo vehicle hence it looking different! It's registered white but the dealer painted it two tone berryl green, influenced by VW Beetles from the 1960's. They added the Schmoov wheels, then the bike rack, side rails & mud flaps. It has quite a few optional extras. I did wonder about posting as some people were critical of it in the 'two-tone' thread but tbh I love it. We all have different taste, which is a good thing, and I certainly don't expect everyone to like it!
I've found posts helpful and interesting, so thanks.

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What’s not to like about the wheels? Uber cool.

 

[Corradobrit]

What’s not to like about the wheels?

The unsprung weight?

 

[Painted Pilgrim]

Great look, and the wheels are super cool. Retro is king!

 

[chockswahay]

Who cares about the weight of the wheels!? Not much to worry about on the grand scheme of things tbh

 

[Wannabecamperman]

The wheels seem to be the automotive version of marmite. I'm reminded of some kind of jogurt or creme brulee desert looking at them. Certainly unusual and likely to get noticed out and about, methinks.

Love the colour scheme!

 

[YorkieAli@Cali]

Hello,
It's great to be here, finally owning a Cali. Only taken us about 18 years!! Our Cali was the demo vehicle hence it looking different! It's registered white but the dealer painted it two tone berryl green, influenced by VW Beetles from the 1960's. They added the Schmoov wheels, then the bike rack, side rails & mud flaps. It has quite a few optional extras. I did wonder about posting as some people were critical of it in the 'two-tone' thread but tbh I love it. We all have different taste, which is a good thing, and I certainly don't expect everyone to like it!
I've found posts helpful and interesting, so thanks.

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Absolutely stunning

 

[vwcaliforniacornwall]

Hello,
It's great to be here, finally owning a Cali. Only taken us about 18 years!! Our Cali was the demo vehicle hence it looking different! It's registered white but the dealer painted it two tone berryl green, influenced by VW Beetles from the 1960's. They added the Schmoov wheels, then the bike rack, side rails & mud flaps. It has quite a few optional extras. I did wonder about posting as some people were critical of it in the 'two-tone' thread but tbh I love it. We all have different taste, which is a good thing, and I certainly don't expect everyone to like it!
I've found posts helpful and interesting, so thanks.

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Just wow - lovely.

 

[chockswahay]

Well, I reckon @his28 has every reason to feel quite proud. Look at all the interest this thread has generated. That colour scheme (and those wheels) are quite unique

 

[R_Sargeant_CH]

I had an original Beetle in that same green!

 

[AustinCalifornia]

It makes my van look extremely dull in comparison. I love the look!

 

[BJL_Cali_Ocean]

Looks awesome!

Love the colour scheme, and the wheels are a must as a finishing piece

Do you know if the front spoiler as a VW part?

 

[SFO]

what is ride quality like?

 

[hls28]

Looks awesome!

Love the colour scheme, and the wheels are a must as a finishing piece

Do you know if the front spoiler as a VW part?

It's an ABT front splitter