Show us your "Two Tone" California

[mikeelawson]

Candy white and bridleway brown

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Thats really nicen how do you get that shifty brown look on the bottom, a wrap?

 

[Johnhood48]

Sorry...operator error hope this works...

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Your pics look great
Where did you get the chrome work for sides and rear - would also appreciate if you could share how much that cost .
Thanks John

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

Hi
Glad you like Florence.
The trims were bought through a VW commercial dealer.
There are trims in the front grille, rear door and along both sides
The total including VAT was £538

I have also now fitted VW Retro look white spoke wheels with large VW chrome trims and attach a photo. I planned for it to hark back to the original type 1 and type2 and love the finished look.

Have also now had two tone grey leather on all seats.

 

[sewb]

Hi
Glad you like Florence.
The trims were bought through a VW commercial dealer.
There are trims in the front grille, rear door and along both sides
The total including VAT was £538

I have also now fitted VW Retro look white spoke wheels with large VW chrome trims and attach a photo. I planned for it to hark back to the original type 1 and type2 and love the finished look.

Have also now had two tone grey leather on all seats.View attachment 72684View attachment 72686View attachment 72687

Any chance of more photos of the leather seats please? We are trying to design the leather for ours and it would be useful to see what the bench seat looks like too - front seats look great

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

I designed the rear bench seat leather to look the same as the style of the front bucket seats yet still keep it as a flat bench seat for when we sleep 4 people.

The work was done by D K Schweizer in Colchester. I chose the colours (they will send you sample leather swatches) and stitching, ordered and then drove there and waited and they had it completed in half a day including seat back pockets and airbags. Very professional.

That's Florence (Magic Roundabout) sitting on the counter top

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

another angle of the front seats

 

[sewb]

another angle of the front seats

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I designed the rear bench seat leather to look the same as the style of the front bucket seats yet still keep it as a flat bench seat for when we sleep 4 people.

The work was done by D K Schweizer in Colchester. I chose the colours (they will send you sample leather swatches) and stitching, ordered and then drove there and waited and they had it completed in half a day including seat back pockets and airbags. Very professional.

That's Florence (Magic Roundabout) sitting on the counter top

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That's brilliant thanks! I am already chatting to Rob at DK Schweizer in Colchester and trying to choose the colours - this is just what I need to help - thanks again

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

Welcome.
Do tell Rob that I recommended them.
How do you like my wheels by the way?
I think they complete the Retro look

 

[66tim99]

Welcome.
Do tell Rob that I recommended them.
How do you like my wheels by the way?
I think they complete the Retro look

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For me they are the best looking wheels on a California, harking back to the old chrome caps. Are they new wheels or were you lucky to find some used?

 

[testpilottimmy]

another angle of the front seats

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Would you mind sharing the ball park cost for the re-trim?

 

[Dark Ocean]

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Hey Kempy000, that is one of the best looking Calis I have seen. What size are those wheels and how much have you lowered the van? Also what’s the ride quality like? Great photos by the way.

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

For me they are the best looking wheels on a California, harking back to the old chrome caps. Are they new wheels or were you lucky to find some used?View attachment 72696

Saw them on the original red and white special edition Transporter. tried unsuccessfully to get them..dealers said I had to have a Transporter chassis number before they could order...rubbish. Persevered and eventually got them through a CV Dealer new. Not cheap but I love them.

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

Would you mind sharing the ball park cost for the re-trim?

There are a number of variables of course...type of leather, finish - quilting? or whatever.
Had mine done in 2019 at appx £1500

 

[Jabberwocky]

We bought a white cali ocean and had the bottom half wrapped in deep space which changes colour. We love it.

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Very nice! Where did you get your window graphic from?

 

[66tim99]

Saw them on the original red and white special edition Transporter. tried unsuccessfully to get them..dealers said I had to have a Transporter chassis number before they could order...rubbish. Persevered and eventually got them through a CV Dealer new. Not cheap but I love them.

Mind sharing the dealer?
Are they called discus wheels?

 

[TheRellims]

we’re really pleased with our colour choice. I’m sure not for everyone- but I think it’s ‘fun’

thanks
Andy

 

[Dark Ocean]

we’re really pleased with our colour choice. I’m sure not for everyone- but I think it’s ‘fun’

thanks
Andy

Wow, great plate!!!

 

[subthree]

we’re really pleased with our colour choice. I’m sure not for everyone- but I think it’s ‘fun’

thanks
Andy

Awesome van.

Wondering whether the reg plate is worth more than the Cali!

 

[TheRellims]

Awesome van.

Wondering whether the reg plate is worth more than the Cali!

it’s a bit cringe I’ll admit that. Suits the van though right?

Thanks

 

[Jabberwocky]

@Wrinkly Ninja , Hi, those leather seats look amazing, and the way you have picked out the style from the from seats and made it look so good on the bench seat.........Top Marks!!
Just one question is the price you quoted above inclusive of head restraint coverings?

 

[66tim99]

another angle of the front seats

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Looks plush. Does the original material remain beneath the leather?

 

[66tim99]

Heres a set if anyone's looking
https://+++++++++++++++++++++++/pro...ories/new-vw-t6-disc-alloy-wheels-18-inch-x4/

Saw them on the original red and white special edition Transporter. tried unsuccessfully to get them..dealers said I had to have a Transporter chassis number before they could order...rubbish. Persevered and eventually got them through a CV Dealer new. Not cheap but I love them.

 

[Lexlogie]

Alfie and Frieda getting acquainted .....


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Hi, is your van white on top or ascot gray? Many thanks

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

@Wrinkly Ninja , Hi, those leather seats look amazing, and the way you have picked out the style from the from seats and made it look so good on the bench seat.........Top Marks!!
Just one question is the price you quoted above inclusive of head restraint coverings?

Hi
Sorry for late reply
Yes price included head restraints, arm rests, full airbag operation and access and pockets on back of front seats

 

[Wrinkly Ninja]

Looks plush. Does the original material remain beneath the leather?

Hi
No they removed all the original material and offered it to me to keep. Not sure whu anyone wuld still want it so declined.