Böcker av Richard Copping

Topics covered include:Brief history , 1935-1967Full history, 1968-1980Comprehensive production surveySpecification and detail changes by model year [August 1967 to January 1980]Engine optionsFactory fitted optional equipmentPaint and trim coloursSpecial and export editionsThe Karmann Cabriolet

Examines the story of the T4 from the Transporter concept originated forty years before its presence at VW's Hanover factory, through its development period and full production life.

The revealing inside story of one of the world's most successful cars. This book is a revealing analysis of the first four versions of the Volkswagen Golf.

In this fascinating and engrossing book, VW expert Richard Copping covers the complete history of the first generation VW Transporter or 'Camper', probably the most famous commercial and leisure van of all time. Beginning with the prototype vehicles produced in 1949, the author covers the development of the innovative but utilitarian Kombi and the more upmarket Micro Bus, followed by the De Luxe Micro Bus, the Ambulance and the Pick-up. He covers the highlights of each vehicle and analyses the success of the range as a whole. The book covers the revamped model line from 1955, when the success of the VW Transporter called for the building of a whole new factory in Hanover. At this time, due to popular demand, Volkswagen authorised a whole series of coach built variations on the Transporter theme with vehicles as diverse as mobile shops, refrigerated vans and police mobile offices. The author also covers the revised model introduced in 1963 with its more powerful engine and revised tailgate and rear window as well as the ongoing success of the model in the United States. By the time German production ended in July 1967, over 1.8 million split-screen, first generation Transporters had been built.

Charts the models that an enthusiast has to own, from the iconic late model MkI with its pocket rocket 1.8-litre engine and 5-speed box, through to the exclusive, extremely powerful and much sought after limited edition Rallye Golf. This book offers advice on what is worth restoring and what is likely to cost a new owner an un-recoupable fortune.

Always fancied a VW Camper but don't know where to start? Perhaps you are already part of the VW fraternity and considering something newer and more comfortable, or something older and more interesting. Whatever your requirements, the VW Camper Buyers' Guide is the book you need to start your journey. Learn about the history of the VW Camper, including a rundown of classic conversions, which ones will suit your particular needs and which ones won't. Know what to look for when viewing Campers for sale and how much to pay. Have confidence to spot the right deal and understand the relative benefits of each generation of this iconic vehicle.

Accompanied by colour illustrations, this is the inside story of the legendary people's car - VW Beetle.

VW Buses command a massive following - with Campers the most popular of all. Complementing the author's successful volume covering the first three generations of Volkswagen's legendary Transporter, this book delves exclusively into the spin-off conversions based on the VW Panelvan, Kombi and Microbus that have become known simply as VW Campers.

Few cars have achieved the iconic status of Volkswagen's classic and much-loved Beetle - yet its origins are intertwined with the dark days of Nazism. This book looks at those origins, at the marque's initial post-war rescue by the British.

The Volkswagen Transporter is one of the best-loved and most recognisable motor vehicles of all time. This book looks at the development, production and use of the class first, and second, generation Transporter. It includes many colour photographs.

Covering the collectable Buses produced by Volkswagen between 1950 and 1990, this volume provides the story of the high-points and pitfalls of buying such models.