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Volkswagen T25 / T3 Holdsworth Villa (Mark 1) Camper Model History
Circa 1980 Holdsworth introduced the T25 / T3 Volkswagen Holdsworth Villa. This was available in either tintop, poptop elevating roof or hightop roof versions. An early brochure from circa 1980 shows that initially there were two layouts of Holdsworth Villa either the “Super Two” or the “Family Five”. The brochure also refers to the model being called the Holdsworth Vigo although the associated price list refers to the Holdsworth Villa so it is possible that Holdsworth initially intended to call the model the Vigo ? The “Super Two” was designed for a couple and incorporated two singles beds and the “Family Five” was designed for a family and incorporated a double bed. After these first versions I believe Holdsworth consolidated the design into what became the typical layout for the Villa having cupboards along the side behind the drivers seat, a removable seat behind the passenger seat and a rear seat that converted into a 3/4 width double bed. The Holdsworth Villa was fitted with either the petrol 1600 cc, 2000 cc air cooled engine or the diesel 1600 cc water cooled engine. Circa 1983 either 60 or 78 bhp water cooled petrol engines were available. At this time either four or five speed manual gearboxes or an automatic gearbox could be specified. If you find the site useful please consider making a small donation to help pay towards the site running and development costs by clicking the Paypal button on the left (You don’t need a Paypal account to make a donation) ;-) 1) VW Holdsworth Villa MK1 camper engine options and approx price (inclusive VAT when new in standard form): From 11/1980 price list: Super 2 Tintop model Petrol Aircooled 1.6 litre CT Motor (1584cc) 37 KW 50 PS 4 Speed Manual Gearbox £6827 Petrol Aircooled 2 litre CU Motor (1970cc) 51 KW 70 PS 4 Speed Manual Gearbox £7273 Diesel Watercooled 1.6 Litre CS Motor (1588cc) 37 KW 50 PS 4 Speed Manual Gearbox £?
Super 2 Elevating Roof or Hightop model Petrol Aircooled 1.6 litre CT Motor (1584cc) 37 KW 50 PS 4 Speed Manual Gearbox £7357 Petrol Aircooled 2 litre CU Motor (1970cc) 51 KW 70 PS 4 Speed Manual Gearbox £7803 Diesel Watercooled 1.6 Litre CS Motor (1588cc) 37 KW 50 PS 4 Speed Manual Gearbox £?
Family 5 Tintop model Petrol Aircooled 1.6 litre CT Motor (1584cc) 37 KW 50 PS 4 Speed Manual Gearbox £6877 Petrol Aircooled 2 litre CU Motor (1970cc) 51 KW 70 PS 4 Speed Manual Gearbox £7323 Diesel Watercooled 1.6 Litre CS Motor (1588cc) 37 KW 50 PS 4 Speed Manual Gearbox £?
Family 5 Elevating Roof or Hightop model Petrol Aircooled 1.6 litre CT Motor (1584cc) 37 KW 50 PS 4 Speed Manual Gearbox £7544 Petrol Aircooled 2 litre CU Motor (1970cc) 51 KW 70 PS 4 Speed Manual Gearbox £7990 Diesel Watercooled 1.6 Litre CS Motor (1588cc) 37 KW 50 PS 4 Speed Manual Gearbox £?
The Hi Flyer hightop roof could also be fitted the the “Super 2” or “Family 5” models for the same price as the elevating roof. An automatic gearbox was available for an extra £448.50
From circa 1983 the water cooled petrol engines were available: Petrol Watercooled 1.9 Litre DF Boxer Motor (1913cc) 44 Kw 60PS 5 speed manual gearbox £? Petrol Watercooled 1.9 Litre DG Boxer Motor (1913cc) 57 Kw 78PS 4 speed manual gearbox £? Petrol Watercooled 1.9 Litre DG Boxer Motor (1913cc) 57 Kw 78PS 5 speed manual gearbox £ Petrol Watercooled 1.9 Litre DG Boxer Motor (1913cc) 57 Kw 78PS automatic gearbox £
Conversion extras: Fold out “solid” roof bed (1676 mm x 1067 mm) - £62 RM122 Electrolux dual refrigerator - £156 RM120 Electrolux three way refrigerator - £174 220 Volt plug and socket - £19 Cab bunk (1422 mm x 660 mm) - £38 Louvre window (in lieu of fixed glass) - £62 Flyscreen for louvre window - £19 Swivel cab seats and pedestal table - £156 Cab seat covers. Dralon to match rear - £37 Cab carpet - £31
2) Dimensions Length 4570 mm Width 1840 mm Holdsworth Villa MK1 Tintop Height 1980 mm Holdsworth Villa MK1 Elevating Roof Height 2140 mm (with vent) 2080 mm (without vent)
3) Volkswagen T25 Holdsworth Villa Colour Options As far as I know the VW Holdsworth Villa MK 1 was available in 3 colours. R1R1 Pastel White (L90D) (Pastellweiss) (with white roof) B5B5 Bamboo Yellow (LH1B) (Bambusgelb) (with white roof) J5J5 Medium Blue (LH5G) (Mediumblau) (with white roof)
4) Volkswagen T25 / T3 Holdsworth Villa Furniture Specification Furniture is finished in walnut faced plywood with work tops in genuine plastic laminate.
The Volkswagen T25 / T3 Holdsworth Villa layout consisted of: Note: To see earlier “Super 2” and “Family 5” layouts check out the sales brochure downloads at the bottom of page.
A) Adjustable swivelling front driver and passenger cab seats.
B) Front and rear removable tables.
C) Two burner Leisure Princess cooker unit with grill D) Sink unit.
E) Storage unit.
F) Optional Electrolux RM 122 two way (gas / 12 volt operated) refrigerator. Fridge has internal ice cube tray.
G) Fold out flexi-seat with storage (can be used for either porta loo or bulky items). Faces rearwards for dining (a small flap folds out to provide a fourth seat around the table), forwards for driving and it lifts out altogether for more free floor space.
H) Rear wardrobe.
J) Roof Locker
Other features include: Full carpeting - 100% man made - wipes clean with a sponge. Draylon curtains all round. Draylon zippable seat covers. Rear bench rock n roll seat converts to a large double bed (193 cm a 127 cm).
Rear bench seat lifts up for storage and access to fresh water tank.
Fluorescent lighting above kitchen. Courtesy lights.
5) Options available at extra cost included: From 11/1980 price list: Fold out “solid” roof bed (1676 mm x 1067 mm) - £62 RM122 Electrolux dual refrigerator - £156 RM120 Electrolux three way refrigerator - £174 220 Volt plug and socket - £19 Cab bunk (1422 mm x 660 mm) - £38 Louvre window (in lieu of fixed glass) - £62 Flyscreen for louvre window - £19 Swivel cab seats and pedestal table - £156 Cab seat covers. Dralon to match rear - £37 Cab carpet - £31 Warm air central heating system.
6) Volkswagen T25 / T3 Holdsworth Villa Mark 1 Elevating Poptop Roof Specification
Low profile design (2140 mm high with vent or 2090 mm without vent) Roof is called “Giant Riser” elevating roof. Easy to raise roof and side material folds away automatically thanks to its concertina construction. Nylon reinforced PVC construction seals in warmth. Optional roof insulation pack provides double insulation. Roof vent in top of roof (might have been extra cost option?). Integral roof rack at front of roof.
Large double bed in raised roof (1620 mm x 1010 mm)
It was also possible to have the Holdsworth Villa with tintop or with the hightop as used on the Hi-Flyer model (see Hi-Flyer model description for more info about the hightop).
7) Volkswagen T25 / T3 Holdsworth Villa Side, Tailgate and Roof Stripes and Logos Side Stripes And Logo
8) Links to Volkswagen T25 / T3 Holdsworth Villa MK1 Owners Instruction Manuals, Sales Brochures and Price Lists If you find the site useful please consider making a small donation to help pay towards the site running and development costs by clicking the Paypal button on the left (You don’t need a Paypal account to make a donation) ;-) VW Volkswagen T25 / T3 Holdsworth Villa MK1 Sales Brochures Prospekt Download 1981 VW T25 / T3 Holdsworth Villa (and Holdsworth Hi-Flyer) Sales Brochure (PDF Format) Jan 1981 VW T25 / T3 Holdsworth Villa (Vigo) Family Five and Super Two Sales Brochure (PDF Format) Download June 1981 VW T25 / T3 Holdsworth Company Information Sheet (PDF Format)
VW Volkswagen T25 / T3 Holdsworth Villa MK1 Price Lists Download
VW Volkswagen T25 / T3 Holdsworth Villa Owners Instruction Manual Handbook Download None yet ! Do you have a copy that you could send me ? Please help out and send me a copy or contact me for postal details ;-)
VW Volkswagen T25 / T3 Holdsworth Villa Magazine Articles / Reviews Download Download March 1983 VW T25 / T3 Holdsworth Villa Magazine Review (PDF Format) March 1983 VW T25 / T3 Holdsworth Range Magazine Advert (PDF Format)
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