Our new two colour Ocean is ready and here!

[4NT5]

........It looks fantastic as it is though

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[Strong]

It was pretty nerve wracking while away at the bodyshop...but oh when I first saw it
PS..love your avatar

Mine is reflex silver so maybe I'll be painting the top half white now ... oooh you've started something now!

 

[Joker 1299]

I love it. Well done on having the imagination to do something different. You must be well pleased.

 

[Verity]

Gorgeous!

 

[MrsW]

Loving the chrome.......

 

[B J G]

Truly looks like a holiday camper. Well spec'd.

Question, I wanted lowered suspension but was told by the dealer that it wasn't available on the 4motion nor recommended. Where/how did you get your one done?

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

Truly looks like a holiday camper. Well spec'd.

Question, I wanted lowered suspension but was told by the dealer that it wasn't available on the 4motion nor recommended. Where/how did you get your one done?

Thanks BJG.
The lower springs are perfectly fine for the 4 motion and are fitted by the dealer not the factory...but there are two types for the different axle loads ...less stiff ones for 2 wheel drive or heavier (stiffer springs) for 4 wheel drive. Talk to the Parts manager to make sure you get the right ones. Order asap as they are often on back order! Any probs then post me and I'll get the part number for you.
The handling is hugely improved, especially if you have ordered H/D anti roll bars but still very good if on thier own.

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

Lovely, subtle, retro, understated, love it!

Thanks Loz for your kind words...you've stated exactly what we were hoping to achieve. She's also quite probably the only one like it in Europe

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

Brave move on a new vehicle but it's definitely paid off

The MD of the bodyshop said the same thing when we took it in...and when we collected it 10 days later he said it was the best one he'd ever seen...Phew!

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

I think white Cali's may be in increased demand. This one has some nice colour detail on the roof. View attachment 19956 View attachment 19957

Yes it's interesting that more two colour versions are popping up in Germany and New Zealand of all places.

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

That white/green combination screams summer holidays. I love it.

Now what we ALL need is some nice sunny days and some wine to share

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

I love it. I know the convention for vintage VW buses is white on top, but most two-tone cars have the darker colour over the white and wonder if this way around would look better on a T5/6?


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My personal view (obviously ) was to keep to the White over darker scheme, not only as a nod to the T1&T2 era but also because the darker colour below the waist line doesn't look dirty as soon. Very glad you like it

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

A truly beautiful and unique van that I'm sure you will cherish for a long long time.

Thank you Gillian...I am amazed at the number of very positive comments...and very happy too

Sh'e part of the family now...and for a long time.

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

Fabulous - love the colours!

Thanks Mr&Mrs B...it was a leap of faith...especially as the bodyshop wouldn't let me see one panel painted and then decide...it was all or nothing. Jaws still aching from constant smiling

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

........It looks fantastic as it is though

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Many thanks...we are so pleased with it...and the reaction from everone is amazing!

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

I love it. Well done on having the imagination to do something different. You must be well pleased.

Well it took a lot of thought and planning and some soul searching ...and somone said something about Cojones...but I've never been to Mexico!
We are really pleased with how she looks...and knocked out by all the kind comments from fellow members.

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

Gorgeous!

You got it in One Verity! Thank you...Very big grins happening

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

Loving the chrome.......

Again...a nod to the past glory of T1&T2 and the chrome really lifts the look without being too "Blingy"

That and the rear roundel in green and chrome add the finishing touch.

 

[Raf]

super 'combi' !
Have save trips!

 

[Smiffy4bikes]

Bloody lovely Although I’m slightly biased as you’ll notice my old splitty on my profile pic, my favourite colour combo!

Well done you for having the courage to do something different, it looks awesome

 

[Ocean-Devotion]

View attachment 19944 After many months of thinking, questioning, planning, budgeting, and waiting our lovely two tone California Ocean is now on our drive.
A brief Specification summary is..
204 PS, 4 Motion, 7 speed DSG.
Cascavel alloys with alloy spare. Green heat insulating privacy glass. Full M/F sports steering wheel.
F&R park sensors with camera. Composition media with App Connect. Cruise control. Awning in Black. Heavy duty anti roll bars. 80 litre fuel tank.
Because we loved the look and "atmosphere" of the original T1 and T2 we wanted our new T6 to be a fun holiday camper van.
We saw the Caravelle special in red and white at a dealership and really liked the idea in principle.
So we ordered ours in Candy White and soon after it arrived in the UK we took it to Brin Jones VW approved bodyshop in Filton near Bristol to have our plans fulfilled.
They were very knowledgeable and professional so we were confident but a bit nervous too.
After much thought and research we decided on the lower half being painted in original VW Turquoise Green which is a colour that was used on the T1 &T2.
Ten days later the result was better than we had ever hoped for...I have hopefully managed to attach some photographs that give you a good idea of it.
The colour is a gorgeous soft green that blends beautifully with the green tinted glass.
We had the awning cover painted in Candy White to match the upper body so that it is a bit more subtle and blends in with the roof.
We also had the black background on the VW roundel on the rear door painted in Turquoise Green to match.
We then had the chrome strips applied on the lower front grille. the rear door lip, and along the lower side swage lines which give it a nice lift.
We have had VW lowering springs fitted which, together with the HD Anti roll bars makes the visual stance better and the overall handling superb.
We are really over the moon with the final result and on our first away trip to Dorset this weekend received lots of comments on how lovely the colour looked...so
We know that she (Florence...Magic Roundabout) will not be to everyone's taste but she's unique and beautiful...and she's ours



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[Ocean-Devotion]

Florence is beautiful! What a great idea with the paint job. She will certainly turn some heads.

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

Bloody lovely Although I’m slightly biased as you’ll notice my old splitty on my profile pic, my favourite colour combo!

Well done you for having the courage to do something different, it looks awesome

Thanks Smiffy. I thought you might like her based on your lovely splitty.
We of course agree with you about the colour combo too. I was very nervous when the paintwork was being done over the 10 days but when I went to collect her I grinned from ear to ear...still am!
Do you like the idea of having the awning cover painted candy white to blend in? And one of my favourite bits...the rear door roundel
Had the most anazing reaction from everyone on the forum too.
Good luck with yours when it arrives...how soon do you reckon?

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

Florence is beautiful! What a great idea with the paint job. She will certainly turn some heads.

Many thanks...she has caused quite a stir on the forum and already raised a number of positive comments on our first trip to Dorset last weekend
Come on the Sun

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

super 'combi' !
Have save trips!

Thanks Raf...many fun trips are already planned