Ultimate T4 Westfalia

[Padraic]

Hi everyone, so my wife and myself had our first night away in our new VW California Freestyle last night. We wild camped at a beach along the northwest coast of Ireland. we had a great time and all went well, Very comfy, warm with the night heater on at times. lovely walk on the beach and then breakfast before we headed off. Overall a great experience.

 

[Padraic]

Oh and before I bought my cali, I had thought about going to Italy to look at this one, https://www.autoscout24.com/offers/...0c2449-a8f9-2d4d-e053-e350040ad679?cldtidx=20
Might be of interest to others, the seller seemed very genuine and the camper had a lot of extra equipment fitted.

 

[Padraic]

I know a man who has s nice set of original BBS rims

I might be interested, I tried to PM you but it looks like I don't have permission.

 

[sidepod]

I might be interested, I tried to PM you but it looks like I don't have permission.

Ah not for sale I'm afraid after more consideration.

 

[Padraic]

Ah not for sale I'm afraid after more consideration.

No problem, if you see a similar set for sale anywhere let me know.

 

[2into1]

Ah not for sale I'm afraid after more consideration.

Wise move

 

[bxl_lad]

You'll find plenty of them in Germany on the site below, set yourself up with a little trip over there and pick up yourself a set! Be a nice road trip in the process (though you might want a small trailer as they'll take some room up) - Check the ad's well and you'll find some with decent boots on them too (Google translate is your friend!)
https://www.ebay-kleinanzeigen.de/s-vw-t4-bbs/k0
Happy hunting...
ps. this website is a goldmine for all things T4 Cali...

 

[bxl_lad]

pps. Be wary of the ad's (like the one below) that claim to be selling BBS for T4, they are though VW Sharran wheels, they're not rated for the same load carrying, they look similar but the arms are more ridged. Almost fell for that one myself...
https://www.ebay-kleinanzeigen.de/s...4-vw-sharan-7-j-x-16-et-59/638229085-223-3826

 

[Padraic]

You'll find plenty of them in Germany on the site below, set yourself up with a little trip over there and pick up yourself a set! Be a nice road trip in the process (though you might want a small trailer as they'll take some room up) - Check the ad's well and you'll find some with decent boots on them too (Google translate is your friend!)
https://www.ebay-kleinanzeigen.de/s-vw-t4-bbs/k0
Happy hunting...
ps. this website is a goldmine for all things T4 Cali...

Cheers for the tip, yes it looks like a great place to find parts for the T4.
I might go for wheel covers for the moment if I can find them at a good price. It would be worth having the steel wheels and covers for use during the winter.

 

[Padraic]

pps. Be wary of the ad's (like the one below) that claim to be selling BBS for T4, they are though VW Sharran wheels, they're not rated for the same load carrying, they look similar but the arms are more ridged. Almost fell for that one myself...
https://www.ebay-kleinanzeigen.de/s...4-vw-sharan-7-j-x-16-et-59/638229085-223-3826

A good watch out.

 

[sidepod]

A good watch out.

ET 59? Not on a T4!

 

[Padraic]

Ah not for sale I'm afraid after more consideration.

I've been looking at a few sets of theses wheels for sale, can you please check and verify for me the part number and offset of your wheels? I just want to be sure I'm looking at the correct ones.

 

[bxl_lad]

See this page (you can translate it in google): http://www.t4-wiki.de/wiki/Rad
Part number for the BBS wheels in question is: 7D0 601 025 B

 

[Padraic]

See this page (you can translate it in google): http://www.t4-wiki.de/wiki/Rad
Part number for the BBS wheels in question is: 7D0 601 025 B

Cheers for that, just wanted to be sure I'm getting the correct ones. They should be a nice upgrade from the steel wheels.

 

[sidepod]

Offset is 45

 

[Padraic]

Offset is 45

Is the offset the ET value listed in the above link?

 

[bxl_lad]

Not sure if its important, but when i bought mine (from a guy in Germany), they came with 15mm spacers that he said were for the rear wheels. Not sure if that's just for aesthetics or a necessity... Also you'll need the correct bolts for alloy wheels versus steel - different bolt head shape (bearing also in mind if you need spacers, then for the wheels with spacers the bolts will need to be longer than standard too...)...
These BBS wheels were originally intended for the 150 engine which had uprated brakes - they fitted mine (with spacers) without issue, but be sure when you fit them that they turn without issue before driving off and ripping your calipers off

 

[Padraic]

Not sure if its important, but when i bought mine (from a guy in Germany), they came with 15mm spacers that he said were for the rear wheels. Not sure if that's just for aesthetics or a necessity... Also you'll need the correct bolts for alloy wheels versus steel - different bolt head shape (bearing also in mind if you need spacers, then for the wheels with spacers the bolts will need to be longer than standard too...)...
These BBS wheels were originally intended for the 150 engine which had uprated brakes - they fitted mine (with spacers) without issue, but be sure when you fit them that they turn without issue before driving off and ripping your calipers off

Cheers, that's good advice.
Sidepod, did yours come fitted with spacers or did they bolt straight on?

 

[Padraic]

Offset is 45

Just checking that the offset is 44 for sure? All the wheels I've looked at so far are ET49

 

[sidepod]

Spacers are not standard and are not required.

I think earlier 4's had a narrower track at the rear hence the use of spacers to even up the look.

I think you're right. Standard offset is 49.

 

[Padraic]

Spacers are not standard and are not required.

I think earlier 4's had a narrower track at the rear hence the use of spacers to even up the look.

I think you're right. Standard offset is 49.

Hi, I'm not saying I'm right, just that's all I've seen so far. Thanks for the info regarding the wheel spacers.

 

[bxl_lad]

If they fit my van then you should have no troubles... I never tried without the spacers, but it looks fine with them
They really look good on the van, so treat yourself to a set - keep the original look

 

[T4_Cali]

Hi all, I have made a check list, just to ensure that I don't overlook anything when calling or viewing a Cali.
Is there anything else I should add to it??

Make
Model
Year
Milage
Number of previous owners
Has it ever had any accident
Has it ever had any bodywork repair
Last engine service
Last timing belt replaced
Condition of the tyres

What is included in the sale?
Awning
Bike rack
Porta poti (toilet)
Extra seating for two people
Additional storage pockets
Anything else??

Equipment fitted
Sat-Nav
ESP
Heated front seats
Cruise Control
Hands Free Telephone
Airconditioning
Fridge working okay
Level sensors working for the fresh & waste water tanks
Night heater Fitted
Night heater working
Sunroof
Any Interior damage
Double glasing
Please give details of any defects or known issues

What an amazing thread now that I’m about to get my T4 Cali Freestyle. First time on this forum so wondering how was your experience in the end after 5 years and where do I need to look at in terms of price for a 2003 top condition with the 150HP and around 100K miles? Many thanks

 

[sidepod]

What an amazing thread now that I’m about to get my T4 Cali Freestyle. First time on this forum so wondering how was your experience in the end after 5 years and where do I need to look at in terms of price for a 2003 top condition with the 150HP and around 100K miles? Many thanks

Pad sold up and left town a few years ago. What was the original Q?

Have you bought or are looking ?

There’s was (think it’s still there) a nice one on eBay.