{"title":"Richard Copping","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRichard Copping\u003c\/strong\u003e captures the spirit of adventure and the joy of exploration through his engaging travel narratives and evocative guides. His work often delves into iconic vehicles and journeys, inviting readers to experience the open road and the stories that come with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for enthusiasts of travel and adventure, Copping's books blend practical insight with a deep appreciation for the culture and history surrounding travel. His writing celebrates freedom, discovery, and the timeless appeal of iconic transport and the landscapes they traverse.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vw-type-2-transporter-by-richard-copping-9781445693460","title":"VW Type 2 Transporter","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this fascinating and engrossing book, VW expert Richard Copping covers the complete history of the first generation VW Transporter or Camper, probably the most famous commercial and leisure van of all time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeginning with the prototype vehicles produced in 1949, the author covers the development of the innovative but utilitarian Kombi and the more upmarket Micro Bus, followed by the De Luxe Micro Bus, the Ambulance and the Pick-up. He covers the highlights of each vehicle and analyses the success of the range as a whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book covers the revamped model line from 1955, when the success of the VW Transporter called for the building of a whole new factory in Hanover. At this time, due to popular demand, Volkswagen authorised a whole series of coach built variations on the Transporter theme with vehicles as diverse as mobile shops, refrigerated vans and police mobile offices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe author also covers the revised model introduced in 1963 with its more powerful engine and revised tailgate and rear window, as well as the ongoing success of the model in the United States. By the time German production ended in July 1967, over 1.8 million split-screen, first generation Transporters had been built.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"John Reed Book Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67712456949996,"sku":"9781445693460","price":39.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781445693460-vw-type-2-transporter-1.jpg?v=1791856466"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/richard-copping.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}