T6 to T6.1 Facelift

[Ads_Essex]

Ok here's my 2p worth, I'm not a fan of fake lifts on any version of transporter. This is only my opinion so take it as you will, but there's nothing worse than seeing a fake lift and then you look inside and the dash tells another story. I've seen T6.1 on T5.1s and it just looks odd.
I also think people fake lifting their vans impacts the value of the original version/model whatever you want to call it.

The cost of fake lifting a T6 to T6.1 in parts, paint etc. you might as well buy a T6.1

Everyone has there own opinion but in my case, I was having a full repaint anyway, it’s cost me £2500 for the “fake lift “ I sold my t6 front end for £700 so it’s cost me £1800, I know for a fact I couldn’t have bought a t6.1 for only £1800 extra plus all the money I’ve already spent on suspension wheels etc that you’d have to spend again on a t6.1 , they’re stupid money

I’m of a similar mindset - I prefer the look of the T6.1 front-end with its sporty additions but, having spent something in the region of £25k converting my T6 to a camper, couldn’t face doing it all over again just for a few cosmetic differences that I could do to my current van.

 

[rudestew]

It’s like putting sportline splitters and spoilers and wheels on when it’s clearly not a sportline? We’re all guilty of it one way or another, fitting bucket seats to van ? Why? Fitting 8 pot calipers to a van? It’s a hobby. And I love it !!

I Put a rear spoiler on and wow just wow the down force is incredible , so good in fact ill need new rear shocks n springs. I see the worried faces at the traffic lights as they giggle nervously.

 

[F2JON]

Few pics of my face(fake) lift front end, defo worth the money in my opinion anyway.

 

[Stevee_p]

Few pics of my face(fake) lift front end, defo worth the money in my opinion anyway.View attachment 132049View attachment 132050View attachment 132051View attachment 132052

I think it looks great.

 

[revdecal]

Few pics of my face(fake) lift front end, defo worth the money in my opinion anyway.View attachment 132049View attachment 132050View attachment 132051View attachment 132052

Loving that colour.

 

[Mike Dean]

Looks great, although its the interior that's day and night in the .1 for me.

 

[Donk]

Looks nice.

 

[Ali-G]

Looks great, although its the interior that's day and night in the .1 for me.

Agreed, the T6 Comfort dash is far superior IMO.

 

[kirkm5238]

I’m i right in saying the t6.1 led lights would not work with the 6 electrical sections from what I’ve read thanks

 

[Skyliner33]

I’m i right in saying the t6.1 led lights would not work with the 6 electrical sections from what I’ve read thanks

Do you mean headlights? T6.1 lights wont physically fit a T6 without a full front swap. Then correct the electrics are different so the led wont work anyway.

 

[kirkm5238]

Do you mean headlights? T6.1 lights wont physically fit a T6 without a full front swap. Then correct the electrics are different so the led wont work anyway.

Yes sorry headlights was thinking of doing t6.conversion

 

[dubber36]

The best option would be to fit Transporter HQ's 'fake' T6.1 LED headlights. These are designed to replace halogens, so will be a much easier conversion.

 

[kirkm5238]

The best option would be to fit Transporter HQ's 'fake' T6.1 LED headlights. These are designed to replace halogens, so will be a much easier conversion.

Ok mate seen the transporter hq ones was just wondering if it was possible to use the factory led lights

 

[Mazvydas]

Hi VW fans,

I need advice. I have 2017 t6. Bought from copart. Of course with damage. Front bumper, right wing, right headlight need to be changed.
I found a t6.1 facelift kit for 2,750£ at the moment with discount 2,450£. In that kit includes what i need (wing, headlight and of course bumper).

What i found on internet:
Wing 140£
Headlight 120£
Bumper 200-600£

So my question is: is it worth to upgrade it and add extra money for facelift or need to stick on cheaper bumper and buy all part separately?

P.S For me t6.1 looks a bit better than t6. (No offence)

Sorry for grammar or logic mistakes, I’m not English. Hope you understood what I want to ask

Thanks for any suggestion and have a good evening

 

[Ads_Essex]

Hi VW fans,

I need advice. I have 2017 t6. Bought from copart. Of course with damage. Front bumper, right wing, right headlight need to be changed.
I found a t6.1 facelift kit for 2,750£ at the moment with discount 2,450£. In that kit includes what i need (wing, headlight and of course bumper).

What i found on internet:
Wing 140£
Headlight 120£
Bumper 200-600£

So my question is: is it worth to upgrade it and add extra money for facelift or need to stick on cheaper bumper and buy all part separately?

P.S For me t6.1 looks a bit better than t6. (No offence)

Sorry for grammar or logic mistakes, I’m not English. Hope you understood what I want to ask

Thanks for any suggestion and have a good evening View attachment 170640View attachment 170638

I’d agree - take this opportunity to facelift it.

 

[kirkm5238]

I know it’s not every ones cup of tea but dose any one have a list of parts needed to go from 6 to 6.1 front end I know it’s wings arch liners headlights bumper grills ect thanks

 

[dubber36]

You can buy the full kit from Travelinlite

T6 To T6.1 Premium Facelift Kit

T6 To T6.1 Premium Facelift Kit This is a full complete conversion kit to transform your T5.1 into a T6.1 it includes all parts necessary + more. Most parts and fixings provided are genuine VW parts except for the bonnet, bumper & wings which are premium quality insurance approved. The price is...

travelinlite-transporters.co.uk

 

[kirkm5238]

You can buy the full kit from Travelinlite

T6 To T6.1 Premium Facelift Kit

T6 To T6.1 Premium Facelift Kit This is a full complete conversion kit to transform your T5.1 into a T6.1 it includes all parts necessary + more. Most parts and fixings provided are genuine VW parts except for the bonnet, bumper & wings which are premium quality insurance approved. The price is...

travelinlite-transporters.co.uk

Hi mate yes seen that kit just i already have lights leighton van bumper top and bottom grills thanks

 

[dubber36]

It gives you a list of all the parts required which might be of some help.

 

[kirkm5238]

thanks mate I will have a lot though the pictures ect thanks kirk