Volkswagen enthusiast and author Richard Copping examines, for the first time, the complete 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. Topics covered include:- the background story 1949-1990- design concept to production in the 1980s- full analysis of the T4's specifications- face-lifted Caravelles and Multivans from 1996 onwards- gas - and diesel-aspirated engines including the VR6, V6 and 2.5 litre TDI- the T4 story in the USA - the Euro Van- and finally camping conversions.