Whats New

  • Applications open for the Marine Institute’s Summer Bursary Scholarship Programme 2023
  • Careful Now! Official programme announced for TedFest 2023
  • Truma BatteryPack now available in Europe
  • Experts warn how van conversions can VOID your insurance, as demand soars +125% in Ireland
  • The Ocean Race – Team Holcim-PRB lead into Cabo Verde to win Leg 1
  • Home
  • News
  • Notice Board
  • Multimedia
    • Audio
    • Book Reviews
    • T.V.
    • Video
  • Tow Car Reports
  • CARAVAN PARK REVIEWS
  • Contact
  • follow
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Pinterest
    • RSS Feed
    • Linked
    • Youtube

Westfalia unveils “Jules Verne” special anniversary model

Sep 03, 2011 News 0


  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • LinkedIn

Caravan Salon Düsseldorf, 27/08 – 04/09/2011

Jules_Verne_Edition_60_Innen_w1

Westfalia launches a new model to mark this year’s 60th anniversary of the camper van: Today’s world première unveiling of the “Jules Verne” marked the start of this year’s Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf. As original creator of the camper van, Westfalia is also marking its anniversary with a limited anniversary edition of the new model: the “Edition 60” of the Jules Verne comes with luxury fittings and has exactly what it takes to become a collector’s item.

Westfalia is breaking entirely new ground with the Jules Verne: the anniversary model is the first camper in the van segment to be equipped with two built-in single beds. The vehicle is also equipped with a toilet, which can be conveniently stored underneath one of the beds. With its latest innovation, Westfalia is offering a home on the move to the growing number of couples on the go.

 

The Jules Verne is great for longer trips, and is equally convenient for short city breaks or weekend visits to friends, children or grandchildren. For in spite of its compact design, the Jules Verne is equipped to the full: the integrated kitchen unit is equipped with a hotplate, a refrigerator and a sink, and the roller-shutter cabinet provides enough storage space for all kitchenware. Thanks to this, the vehicle’s interior is ready for use without the need for modification. Despite the benefits for everyday use of having a low overhead clearance of under 2 metres, the well-known and distinctive Westfalia roof pop-up provides a comfortable standing headroom of 2.20 metres. The Mercedes Vito provides the base vehicle for the model. It leaves the factory with two floor plans as a 3 seater and a 5 seater. With the start of the Caravan Salon the model goes on sale, and shipment is due to proceed from the 4th quarter of 2011 onwards.

Strictly limited: the special edition version Jules Verne Edition 60

In order to mark the 60th anniversary of the camper van, Westfalia has also produced an additional anniversary edition of the Jules Verne: the “Jules Verne Edition 60” is limited to just 60 units worldwide. “The Edition 60 is a vehicle for those who are on the lookout for that something special, including when it comes to their leisure time on the move.” said Westfalia’s new CEO Mike Reuer at the unveiling of the model today in Düsseldorf. “A collector’s item, which connects the charm of a bygone era with modern mobility and an air of luxury.”

The Jules Verne “Edition 60” is equipped with a set of exclusive additional features: Among these is a special blue-white “Westfalia Edition 60” finish effect, which is reminiscent of the standard two-tone finish of the “original camper van”. It also includes high-quality leather upholstery, a navigation system or parking sensors. The Jules Verne Edition 60 is manufactured based on the luxurious Mercedes Viano. The Edition 60 is also now on sale, with shipment due to proceed from the 4th quarter of 2011 onwards.

60 Years of the camper van

When Westfalia launched the world’s first camper van in 1951, the so-called “Camping Box” was more than just a van fitted with integrated camping facilities. It was the birth of a new kind of vehicle. Like no other vehicle before it, the Westfalia camper van has affected the approach to life of whole generations of people. The Camping Box and its successor models opened up the possibility for independent, individual and spontaneous travel. A concept which Westfalia went on to continuously further develop, for instance with the first sanitary compartment to have hot water (1977 in the James Cook), or the removable cool box with combined hot-water and underfloor heating system that is accessible from two sides (2010 in the Columbus). With its newly developed space and function concept utilised in the Jules Verne, Westfalia is once again breaking new ground and marking the beginning of a new era in motorhome design and construction.

Westfalia continues to rely on its tried-and-tested two-pillar strategy: alongside fitting out vehicles for OEM partners Ford, Mercedes and Opel, it is constantly pursuing development of its in-house production models: hence the Jules Verne is now the seventh in Westfalia’s series of in-house production models. In addition to this, the Columbus model has also been given a makeover. The first in-house production model based on the Fiat Ducato now satisfies the Euro 5 stage emission standard and comes with a refined set of features. Sales have also seen continued reinforcement. A goal has been set to create a nationwide dealer network, covering the whole of Germany by the end of the year. This is an approach which has already started paying off: sales figures since the beginning of this year have seen a significant increase compared with those of the same period last year.

About Westfalia

Westfalia is one of the leading motorhome manufacturers in Europe. Besides manufacturing motorhomes and recreational vehicles for international automobile marques such as Mercedes, Opel, and Ford, the premium manufacturer has for three years now been focusing increasingly on developing its own models under the Westfalia name. Particularly through its implementation of the legendary Westfalia quality standards and by ensuring the high intrinsic value of their products, the company has made a name for itself throughout various branches of industry. A hallmark of all Westfalia models – from the “James Cook” to the “Sven Hedin”, from the “Michelangelo” to the “Big Nugget” – is furthermore their car-like properties as are reflected by their compliance with the highest safety standards and the absolute suitability of the vehicles for everyday use.

 

Tweet

Related Posts :

Reading Matters: Book Review - Road Life – ...
Free-wheeling freedom in 2022 with Camplify
Call for implementation of ‘Aires de Servic...
Tourism Ireland Marketing Plans 2019 Launch

  • tweet
APPRAISAL: Subaru Legacy Tourer 2.0TD Bailey Alu-Tech Caravans successfully complete Towcar challenge

More in this category
  • Reading Matters: Book Review – Road Life – Win an edition!
    Reading Matters: Book Review –...

    0

  • Free-wheeling freedom in 2022 with Camplify
    Free-wheeling freedom in 2022 with...

    0

  • Call for implementation of ‘Aires de Service’ along Mayo & Sligo coastlines for Campervan users
    Call for implementation of ‘Aires de...

    0

  • Tourism Ireland Marketing Plans 2019 Launch
    Tourism Ireland Marketing Plans 2019...

    0


Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Caravan Cruise

Magazine

Newsletter

News

  • Applications open for the Marine Institute’s Summer Bursary Scholarship Programme 2023
  • Careful Now! Official programme announced for TedFest 2023
  • Truma BatteryPack now available in Europe
  • Experts warn how van conversions can VOID your insurance, as demand soars +125% in Ireland
  • The Ocean Race – Team Holcim-PRB lead into Cabo Verde to win Leg 1
  • FIAT Professional Ducato – “Best Motorhome Base Vehicle 2023” by Promobil for 15th time in a row!
  • Port of Cork Company announces 2023 Cruise Schedule, set to top pre-pandemic levels 
  • Changes to Calor cylinder range
  • America’s Cup & Marina Port Vell Barcelona sign partnership to become the Preferred Marina for Superyachts Barcelona during regatta 2024
  • Spectacular start day for The Ocean Race in Alicante
  • Make touring in the great outdoors more fun with the Caravan and Motorhome Club’s competition
  • ‘Brown Tags’ conservation regulations come into force for Salmon Anglers on Lower River Lee in Cork
  • Subway’s new Plant-based Teriyaki Steak Footlong Sub
  • Wanderlust, Wellness & Adventure in the Great Outdoors at Wander Wild Festival in Killarney this March
  • Reading Matters: Book Review – Road Life – Win an edition!
  • Race legend Niki Lauda’s Airstream motorhome from the film ‘Rush’ & other ‘Weird & Wonderful’ Items: Winebagoes, Hydroplane at CCA auction
  • Passengers will return to Le Havre in 2023 on Brittany Ferries
  • Age-old tradition returns to Hook Lighthouse this New Year’s Day
  • Make the most of the great outdoors with pop up camping sites with the Caravan & Motorhome Club
  • Hymer wins 2023 German Design Award in 2 categories
Copyright 2013 Caravancruise / All rights reserved