[RealWire] Volkswagen's Perfect People Carriers For British Tourism Week

Company: Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (http://www.vwcv.co.uk)
Release summary: The third annual British Tourism Week <http://www.britishtourismweek.co.uk/>  (23-29 March) is demonstrating the fun-filled variety of things to see and do in the UK, and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (www.vwcv.co.uk <http://www.vwcv.co.uk/> ) has the perfect range of people carriers and a campervan to enjoy all the sight-seeing and British holiday activities.
Date of issue: 27th March, 2009
Contact: John Rawlings, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicle, +44 (0)1908 601478, john.rawlings@vwcv.co.uk
URL: http://www.realwire.com/release_detail.asp?ReleaseID=11805
Imagery:
Caddy Maxi Life - http://www.realwire.com/writeitfiles/Caddy%20Maxi%20Life%202.jpg
The California - http://www.realwire.com/writeitfiles/California.jpg
Transporter Sportline - http://www.realwire.com/writeitfiles/Transporter%20Sportline.jpg 

Volkswagen's Perfect People Carriers <http://www.vwcv.co.uk/van-range/show-range/>  For British Tourism Week

The third annual British Tourism Week <http://www.britishtourismweek.co.uk/>  (23-29 March) is demonstrating the fun-filled variety of things to see and do in the UK, and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (www.vwcv.co.uk <http://www.vwcv.co.uk/> ) has the perfect range of people carriers and a campervan to enjoy all the sight-seeing and British holiday activities.  

>From the cool VW California <http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/california/>  campervan, to the five-seater Transporter Sportline Kombi <http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/transporter/transporter/sportline-kombi/> , plus spacious and practical seven-seater MPVs such as the Caravelle <http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/caravelle/>  or Caddy Maxi Life <http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/caddy-maxi/life/> , or the nine-seater Transporter shuttle <http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/transporter-shuttle/>  and Crafter window van <http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/crafter/window-van/> , Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has the perfect selection of vehicles for touring, 'staycations' or for businesses that need to transport tourists.

The California is the latest in a long and iconic history of Volkswagen campervans.  Unlike most of its competitors, this van is factory-designed and produced.  The California van enjoys the high standard of build quality found in all Volkswagens and is sold with a full 100,000 miles/three-year warranty.  It's a real go anywhere, multi-activity vehicle that is compact enough to use every day, yet can be a real home from home, complete whenever it stops, with an electric pop-up roof, two double beds, fridge, cooker and sink, plus outdoor table and chairs neatly tucked away in the side door and tailgate.  

The versatile VW Caravelle is one of the most spacious and practical people carriers available, with seven seats and a floor rail system to allow the two rear rows of seats to be adjusted to maximise passenger or luggage space.  This MPV can also be used for camping, thanks to an optional 'Sleep Pack' that makes the second and third row of seats into a bed and includes blinds for the windows.  Two new Caravelle models <http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/press-releases/new-caravelle-startline/>  have just been announced, the Startline special edition, available from £23,950 (on the road) or £299 a month on a PCP (Personal Contract Plan) from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Finance Solutions <http://www.vwcv.co.uk/finance/introduction/> , and a new long wheelbase van in SE specification.

Alternatively, for a more compact MPV, the Caddy Maxi Life is another versatile alternative from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles.  It also seats seven people in comfort with space for plenty of luggage, with prices from £16,015 (on the road).

The VolkswagenTransporter Sportline kombi van went on sale last year with two rows of seats, leaving a large rear section without side windows to offer better security for any work or leisure gear.  The stylish Sportline <http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/sportline-range/>  range of vans stands out from the crowd thanks to its larger, 18in alloy wheels, lowered suspension, lower front spoiler with chrome inserts and fog lights, plus a rear spoiler and body coloured bumpers, door handles and door mirrors.

The VW Crafter window van and Transporter shuttle are two examples of Volkswagen's extensive range of passenger carriers designed with commercial users in mind, offering a flexible variety of seating options for up to nine people.

Full details of all these van models, plus all the latest customer offers can found at www.vwcv.co.uk , or by calling the brochure hotline on 0800 717131.  Further information about British Tourism Week is available from: www.britishtourismweek.com <http://www.britishtourismweek.co.uk/> . 

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Notes to editors:  

Volkswagen Solutions finance example, on a Caravelle Startline 1.9-litre, 102 PS TDI PD: 

Term (months)			36
Mileage (per annum) 			10,000
35 monthly payments of 			£299.00
First payment fee (payable within first payment)			£125.00
Optional final payment 			£10,058.40
Option to purchase fee (payable with optional final payment)	£60.00
On the road retail cash price 			£23,950.00
Advance payment from customer 			£6,427.17
Amount of credit 			£17,522.83
Total amount payable 			£27,135.57
Typical APR 			7.9% 
Excess mileage (inc. VAT) 	            13.8p

Further charges may be payable if vehicle is returned.  Indemnities may be required. Subject to status.  Available to over 18's from participating retailers for registrations before 31.07.09.  Subject to availability.  Offer may be varied or withdrawn at any time.

About Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (www.vwcv.co.uk):
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is a provider of high quality new and used vans.  Our award-winning range includes: the iconic VW Transporter <http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/transporter/> , the California <http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/california/> , the Crafter <http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/crafter/> , the Caravelle <http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/caravelle/>  and the VW Caddy <http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/caddy/> . Vans for sale can be found through our network of UK Van Centres by visiting www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/van-centres 

Our network of UK van rental centres <http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/aftersales/van-rental/>  offers VW van hire and camper hire services to cover a range of requirements from moving house, to keeping your business on the move or simply sampling the VW Camper Van experience. To find your nearest VW van rental centre, visit www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/aftersales/van-rental/ 

For more information, please visit www.volkswagenpressoffice.co.uk <http://www.volkswagenpressoffice.co.uk/>  or contact John Rawlings, Press and Public Relations Manager, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles on 01908 601478, 07872 379544 or john.rawlings@vwcv.co.uk  .

Related Links
People Carriers - http://www.vwcv.co.uk/van-range/show-range/ 
British Tourism Week - http://www.britishtourismweek.co.uk/
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles homepage - http://www.vwcv.co.uk/
California - http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/california/
Transporter Sportline Kombi - http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/transporter/transporter/sportline-kombi/ 
Caravelle - http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/caravelle/
Caddy Maxi Life - http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/caddy-maxi/life/
Transporter shuttle - http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/transporter-shuttle/
Crafter window van - http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/crafter/window-van/
Two new Caravelle models - http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/press-releases/new-caravelle-startline/
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Finance Solutions - http://www.vwcv.co.uk/finance/introduction/
Sportline - http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/sportline-range/
Transporter - http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/transporter/
Crafter - http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/crafter/
Caddy - http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/caddy/
Volkswagen van centre - www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/van-centres
UK van rental centres - http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/aftersales/van-rental/
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles van rentals - www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/aftersales/van-rental <http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/aftersales/van-rental/> 
Volkswagen press office - www.volkswagenpressoffice.co.uk

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