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We've had the pleasure of spending an afternoon with the Westfalia Kelsey, a superb pop top campervan and a genuine alternative option to the VW California.C

https://www.outandaboutlive.co.uk/reviews/campervans/westfalia-kelsey-rising-roof-campervan
The Westfalia Kelsey. The Kelsey - which is built in Westfalia's French factory alongside the Kepler and Jules Verne models and Fleurette/Florium motorhomes, rather than in Germany - is an unusual and keenly priced campervan. Based on the long-wheelbase Ford Transit Custom, it comes as standard with features such as front fog lights

https://gb.readly.com/magazines/campervan-magazine/2023-09-21/65055218b8a397f2b8a5baca
The Kelsey is an unusual and keenly priced campervan. Based on the long-wheelbase Ford Transit Custom, the Kelsey is built in Westfalia's French factory alongside the Kepler and Jules Verne models and Fleurette/ Florium motorhomes, rather than in Germany. It comes as standard with features such as front fog lights, blown-air heating and a hot

https://www.rvtravel.com/volkswagen-california-camper-van/
By Tony Barthel. May 26, 2024. 3. The VW California camper concept is ready for adventure. Today's RV review is of the new Volkswagen California Concept camper van! This long-awaited machine had been a fixture for surfers, camping families and other wanderers who appreciate the flexibility and drivability of these vans. Except for one big thing.

https://gearjunkie.com/motors/2025-volkswagen-california-reveal
2025 VW California Gets Bigger. The latest model is called the T7 California, and it is based on the company's latest Multivan. It is bigger than before, growing 10.6 inches longer and 1.5

https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a60719528/new-volkswagen-california-revealed/
Volkswagen. Volkswagen has revealed a new generation of the California camper van dubbed the California 6.1. The new California is longer and wider than before, with every model now earning a pop

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Of course, the idea is not exactly new. Volkswagen contractor Westfalia first started to modify the VW Bus into a camper in the 1950s. That van, then in the form of VW's timeless T1, was fitted with folding rear seats, which made a bed; some tables; and, in some cases, even a basic kitchen. The signature "pop-top" was added to allow the

https://www.autoevolution.com/news/westfalia-kelsey-conversion-shows-just-what-a-ford-transit-can-become-for-less-than-60k-173054.html
To help bring some off-grid capabilities to the van, Westfalia throws in a 50-liter (13-gallon) freshwater tank and a 100 Ah backup battery. There's also a gas bottle of 2.75 kg (6 lbs).

https://www.campersales.co.uk/camper-guide/westfalia/kelsey/
With all the comforts and luxury you could need on holiday, the Westfalia Kelsey is a seriously good campervan to be on the road in. Practical and Easy To Handle. With a compact length of 5.34m this is a vehicle that's nice to handle. Optimal Design. The innovative use of space gives you plenty of storage and hassle free life on board.

https://www.topgear.com/car-reviews/volkswagen/680-auto/road-test
Meanwhile, the gutsy, 175bhp 2.0-litre turbo means it never feels breathless, and once you get over the sheer size of the thing, the Grand Cali is actually pretty easy to drive thanks to a smooth

https://www.outandaboutlive.co.uk/motorhomes/articles/general/six-alternative-campervans-to-the-vw-california
It's the price of its Birchover S that should really grab your attention, though. It's a significantly cheaper alternative to the VW California but still a top-quality campervan. At almost £10k less than the lowest-priced California, this looks like a bargain before you even open the sliding door.

https://www.whatcar.com/volkswagen/california/mpv/review/n19868
All but the four-wheel drive version are capable of more than 30mpg in official economy tests, with the TDI 150 clocking up 33.5mpg during our tests. Carbon emissions are high, though, with all

https://www.outandaboutlive.co.uk/motorhomes/buyers-guide/motorhomes/details/kelsey/146584
Westfalia Kelsey 2021. Search our database of thousands of models to find the right one for you. Previous Next. Description. 2021 model. Specifications. Manufacturer: Westfalia: ... Volkswagen Transporter. £25,000 Volkswagen Transporter. £30,995 See all 797 campervans Advertisement. Share this page. Link:

https://www.westfalia-mobil.com/en/modelle/kelsey/new_kelsey_en.php
4 bed-capacity, including one electric convertible bench. Pop-up roof with large double bed 207 x 128 cm, and access ladder. Ample storage, with an under-seat box. Hot-water boiler. Kitchen with a double-gas hob and a large work plan. 51 L fridge, 50 L fresh / 50 L grey water supply. Permanent toilets. Shower with a tray and privacy curtain.

https://www.whatcar.com/news/camper-van-comparison-test/n23368
Volkswagen California Ocean 2.0 TDI 150. List price £66,419. Target Price £66,419. No camper test would be complete without a Volkswagen. The Ocean is the plushest version of the regular-length

https://vwcaliforniaclub.com/threads/best-small-van-with-a-fixed-toliet.51505/
If it should be -approximately- the size and genre of your cali: Stylevan Durban or westfalia Kepler one. Ford nugget could also do. Few years ago I hesitated for a while between the California T6.1 Coast (which we now have and are very happy with) and the Westfalia Kepler Six or Stylevan Melbourne (I don't need a permanent toilet).

https://vanlivingforum.com/threads/are-westfalias-really-that-reliable.18347/
I thought this thread was a joke. Actually, Westfalia's are extremely UNreliable. The worst, for sure. You are much better of buying an old stubborn donkey as it will get you further with less hassle. With that said, the old VW's have a huge following and that crowd seem to be very helpful with each other.

https://www.rvtravel.com/rv-preview-westfalia-past-back-class-rv-rvt-1139/
Westfalia was the company that took VW vans and converted them to campers, including the iconic pop top. In many ways these campers were absolutely iconic, and there are still people traveling with them today. Today's Westfalia prototype is a van conversion, or Class B camper, based on the Ram ProMaster with the 159-inch wheelbase.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Westfalia/comments/oab02n/what_year_westfalia_is_the_most_reliable/
If you want a bay window bus, they only got stronger and more reliable throughout the 70s. The later year bay window buses have type-4 2000cc engines that produced OK power. The same engine was continued into the Vanagon model, but seemed underpowered due to the much heavier bus. I'd recommend a 78 or 79. 1.

https://vwcaliforniaclub.com/threads/another-cali-killer-westfalia-keppler-6-lwb.19033/
Netherlands. Vehicle. T5 SE 174 4Motion. Jun 12, 2017. #1. We didn't like the 2017 model of Westfalia's T6-based campervan, with the roof up in the back, and a fixed kitchen and toilet in the back. But now for 2018 they have announced a more 'classic' campervan, with a kitchen on the side and a poptop that raises in the front, also on a LWB T6.

https://www.rvtrader.com/California-Westfalia-Class-B/rvs-for-sale?type=Class%20B%7C198068&model=westfalia&state=California%7CCA
Used 2002 Volkswagen C RV. EUROVAN WEEKENDER WEEKENDER. Stock # 02WKN112K-925. <p>2002 Volkswagen Westfalia EuroVan Weekender with Pop Top</p><p> Mechanical: The 2002 model year features the very powerful 2.8L VR6 (V6) with. Rialta Heaven. Yucaipa, CA. $33,995.