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Personally I think the ideal is a replacement engine either a Subaru petrol or a VAG 1.9 TDi. I had two, both with the OG 1.6 turbodiesel which were OK at best. The non-turbo diesel is meant to be horrendous, the water-cooled petrol is allegedly OK. Have a look at https://club8090.co.uk/ for more info
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Sizewise I was thinking about a VW t25/t3 mod. devon/caravelle/camping/westfalia or very similar (1984~1990) with CA 7-9k£ budget.
We bought a 1985 Caravelle last year for just over £10k. It's had a fairly recent light campervan conversion + hardtop but original rear seats/bed. We bought it based on the good condition bodywork and regular use by the previous owner meant it was fairly well maintained.
Having said that we spent another £1k getting a full service and multiple mechanical and electrical issues remedied by a specialist, of which there are few around the south east.
Our 1.9 petrol is approaching 170,000 and still going strong, and will cruise happily at 65-70mph. It's an auto which is actually a dream to drive, and also PAS which makes London life much easier.
PM if you have questions or get close to buying!
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Sizewise I was thinking about a VW t25/t3 mod. devon/caravelle/camping/westfalia or very similar (1984~1990) with CA 7-9k£ budget.
What is the best engine/spec for this type of van? any pros and cons about this model?
Thanks