Volkswagen T4 Transporter Autohomes Merlin Coachbuilt Motorhome Model History
Circa 1995 Autohomes released a new coachbuilt model based on the VW T4 Long Wheel Based chassis cab platform called the VW T4 Autohomes Merlin Motorhome. The interior had a “U” shaped lounge area at the rear that converts to a bed at night, a well fitted kitchen area in the middle and a shower area. Entry was via a side door. Note the Autohomes Merlin name had been used in earlier years for non VW models.
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1) VW T4 Autohomes Merlin Motorhome roof version engine options and approx price (inclusive road tax and VAT when new in standard form):
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Petrol Watercooled 2.0 Litre, 4 Cylinder, AAC Otto Motor (1968cc), 62 Kw 84 PS, 5 speed manual gearbox, wheelbase xxxx mm, £?
Petrol Watercooled 2.5 Litre, 5 Cylinder, AAF Otto Motor (2461cc), 81 Kw 110 PS, 5 speed manual gearbox, wheelbase xxxx mm, £?
Diesel Watercooled 1.9 Litre, 4 Cylinder, 1X (1896cc) 45 Kw 61 PS 5 speed manual gearbox, wheelbase xxxx mm, £?
Diesel Watercooled 2.4 Litre, 5 Cylinder, AAB (2370cc) 57 Kw 78 PS 5 speed manual gearbox, wheelbase xxxx mm, £?
2) Dimensions
Length 5410 mm
Height 2720 mm
Width 2150 mm
3) Volkswagen T4 Transporter Autohomes Merlin Colour Options
As far as I know the VW Autohomes Merlin was available in 1 colour.
T7T7 Grey White R902 (Grauweiß)
4) Volkswagen T4 Transporter Autohomes Merlin Furniture Specification
The Volkswagen T4 Transporter Autohomes Merlin layout consisted of:
“U” Shaped lounge area with seating (storage under seat bases) that converts into double bed (2010 mm x 1350 mm) and removable table.
Materials Used:
Upholstery - Capiro Milano
Fully adjustable captains cab seats upholstered in same material as rear seats. Seats had headrests.
Sink and drainer has hot and cold water via mixer tap and cover to create additional work surface.
Spinflo three burner hob and grill.
Thermostatically controlled Maxol Monte Carlo 3000 Oven with push button ignition.
Electrolux RM4206 three way (gas / 12 volt / 240 volt operated) refrigerator (with electronic ignition system). Fridge has internal freezer compartment.
Wardrobe between shower unit and rear seat. Maxol Montana 1800C space heater at base of wardrobe.
Shower cubicle (behind drivers seat) with Thetford electric flushing cassette toilet, hand basin, built in strip lighting.
Opening roof lights for ventilation.
Overhead lockers along both sides.
Exterior lockable compartment accessible from inside and outside the vehicle.
Exterior access gas bottle cupboard holds two x 7 kg butane or two x 6 kg propane cylinders.
Maxol Montana 1800C space heater.
Carver Cascade 2GE water heater with mains hook up facility.
54 litre fresh water tank for pressurised water system with electrically pumped water tap via a self priming Shureflo water pump. Externally locking filler cap.
36 litre wastewater tank.
Other features include:
Full carpeting throughout.
CEC 225 (Plug In Systems) 240 volt mains electric hook up with safety protection via RCCD circuit breaker and two MCB’s.
Zig electrical control panel with Zig X3 charger for leisure battery. Two x internal 240 volt mains outlet sockets.
Two x twin-tube fluorescent units, single fluorescent over kitchen, twin bulb unit in overcab bed, single tube unit in washroom.
Head rests on both cab seats.
TV table.
Two vanity mirrors.
Ladder for overcab bed.
Cocktail cabinet.
Cutlery draw.
Fire extinguisher and blanket.
Smoke alarm.
TV aerial socket.
12 volt socket.
Intermittent wipe and two speed wipers.
Padded steering wheel.
Double glazed windows with insulated roller blinds, fly screens and lined curtains.
Two scatter cushions.
Tableware for four located in roof side locker
Specially selected seat fabrics with fire retardant foam.
Wheel trims.
5) Options available at extra cost included:
Power steering for 2.0 litre petrol model - it was already standard on other larger petrol and diesel models.
6) Volkswagen T4 Transporter Autohomes Merlin Motorhome Roof Specification
Fully insulated roof.
Opening roof vents for fresh air.
Overcab double bed (1960 mm x 1040 mm) with retainer net.
7) Volkswagen T4 Transporter Autohomes Merlin Side Stripes and Logos
I have seen two different styles of striping on the Autohomes Merlin
On the first the coachline stripes on the side and rear were blue and situated at the lower, mid and roof height.
On the second the coachline stripes on the side front and rear were a brown and silver grey combination.
There was a Merlin logo on each side below the side front roof height window.
On the rear there where also blue or brown and silver grey stripes with the mid level one having a Merlin logo in the centre.
The front of the roof also had blue or brown stripes.
8) Links to Volkswagen T4 Transporter Autohomes Merlin Owners Instruction Manuals, Sales Brochures and Price Lists
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VW Volkswagen T4 Autohomes Merlin Sales Brochures Prospekt Download
Download 1994 VW T4 Transporter Autohomes Model Range (and Autotrail, Autosleeper, Holdsworth, Swift and Compass) Sales Brochure (PDF Format)
Download Dec 1994 VW T4 Transporter Autohomes Merlin Sales Brochure (PDF Format)
Download 1996 VW T4 Transporter Autohomes Model Range (and Autotrail, Autosleeper, Holdsworth, Swift and Compass) Sales Brochure (PDF Format)
Download Feb 1996 VW T4 Transporter Autohomes Model Range (includes Kamper, Karisma and Merlin Models) Sales Brochure (PDF Format)
VW Volkswagen T4 Autohomes Merlin Price Lists Download
Download 1995 VW T4 Transporter Autohomes Merlin and (Autohomes Kamper, Autohomes Explorer, Autohomes Komet and Peugeot Autohomes Highwayman) Owners Instruction User Manual (PDF Format)
VW Volkswagen T4 Autohomes Merlin Owners Instruction Manual Handbook Download
Download 1995 VW T4 Transporter Autohomes Kamper, Autohomes Komet, Autohomes Explorer, Autohomes Merlin and Peugeot Autohomes Highwayman Owners Instruction User Manual (PDF Format)
Download 1996 VW T4 Transporter Compass (Autohomes) Motorhome Owners Instruction User Manual (PDF Format)
Download 1997 VW T4 Transporter Compass (Autohomes) Motorhome Owners Instruction User Manual (PDF Format)
Download 1998/99 VW T4 Transporter Autohomes Motorhome Owners Instruction User Manual (PDF Format)
VW Volkswagen T4 Autohomes Merlin Magazine Reviews Download
1995 Autohomes Merlin Magazine Review
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