New VW Combi a.k.a. Microbus

New VW Combi a.k.a. Microbus

http://www.canadiandriver.com/news/040520-2.htm (to view picture)

VW to scrap U.S. design focus of new Microbus

Wolfsburg/Hanover, Germany - Volkswagen has decided to change the concept for the planned Microbus from a U.S. focus to an international focus. The original concept, which was designed primarily for the U.S. market, was first shown at the 2001 Detroit Auto Show. "An exclusive focus on the US market would have jeopardized the success of the Microbus, particularly in view of the continuing unfavourable exchange rates and market conditions," said Dr. Bernd Pischetsrieder “Our decision secures worldwide success for the Microbus.”

A larger number of components from the new T5 will be used and the design will be characterized by an "emotional styling language and an ambitious space concept", said a VW news release. The new model is scheduled to go into production in Hanover in 2007.

kinda cool looking

nope

T5? is that that new 5-cyl that will be used in the new golf? that'd be so sweet!

I don't think it will be as cool as the original

Uh, I don't like it. It is no original Vanagon by any means. Looks to futuristic.

it looks goofy, cute little wide body though

if the two back rows of seats folded down to make a bed i would buy it