Is the VW California Ocean T6 actually *BETTER* than the NEW T6.1?!

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• TH

  @thewestonfront · 3 years ago

  This is an excellent and most helpful comparison - many thanks guys

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• ST

  @stefanos155 · 1 year ago

  The sensor you pointed out for blind spot monitoring is actually for the 360 park assist, the blind spot monitor sensor is integrated inside the bumper

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• SI

  @sinesmillie1687 · 3 years ago

  Brilliant video. I am in the process of buying a T6, and this has been so helpful.

• NI

  @Nicedesk · 3 years ago

  Love the video! In about 17  years I can legally import  one of these beauties to the U.S. of A.  Until then I'll be stocking up on used cooking oil.  Cheers!

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• AL

  @alanbenham4139 · 4 years ago (edited)

  As I continue with the decision making of which VW California to purchase this was a super informative video.

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• PE

  @pernommensen1012 · 4 years ago

  Great review 👍

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• HO

  @holgerbornholz3894 · 4 years ago

  Great video! Thanks a lot for this really honest comparison. We own a late 2019 T6 California Ocean and had also a chance to compare both models and we can agree most of the points you mentioned. Especially the scratchy plastic we also noticed and I can imagine that it is not easy to point out negative points of his own car. So, thanks again for your honest comparison. In the end both models are great camper vans.<br><br>So, thank you very much. We are really looking foward to your next videos.<br><br>Greetings from Germany!

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• BS

  @bsheene916 · 4 years ago

  Thanks for the summing up ! 👍i prefer the t6 more, less electronics and therefore less problems 🥴

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• VI

  @Villager-Jim · 4 years ago

  Loved this sooooo much cracking attention to detail guys superb so interesting for so many people thinking about taking the leap ;)

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• DE

  @debspaul6635 · 4 years ago

  We have just fitted the Froli bed system to our T6.1 conversion , definitely worth the investment 👍

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• CO

  @cooperandy3 · 4 years ago

  Comprehensive and clear assessment.<br>My T6.1 favourites include: latching back rest, improved fuel emissions, digital dash, electric side door and upstairs bed.<br>I would have preferred &nbsp;the softer dash touches but like the controls and driving experience of the 150ps<br><br>The roof control panel has some useful options but agree at the expense of usability. &nbsp;<br>I seem to land up with the cabin lights fully on when I unlock and then need to pfaff around with the control panel to turn them off. &nbsp;<br>I&apos;m sure there must be a setting buried somewhere in the menus. Also pleased I opted for the infotainment with knobs rather than touch switches.<br>The pop up canvas also appears to have side stiffeners which seem to fold the canvas in effectively, without the need for a bungee. &nbsp;Not sure if this has been improved over the T6.<br>I opted for the Coast with light oak finish on the cupboards, fewer front seat back pockets and a manual roof at a significant cost saving.<br>Another key decision was the California sliding rear seat, which comes forward for travel with passengers creating a large boot storage space. &nbsp;<br>Overall the driving and camping experience is good and offers improved comfort and a more genteel experience than our sailing boat.

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• MA

  @marcoghirardello5576 · 4 years ago

  Very honest and unbiased review, even though you do own a T6.1 after all. That‘s why I keep enjoying your factual informative videos! <br>I do agree on everything that you guys have said. I still cannot work out why VW added some nice, modern and sometimes overdue upgrades to the 6.1, but took at the same time some step backwards, especially in the dash/driving area. We‘ll probably never know.<br>Great video, keep them coming guys!

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