1994 Volkswagen T4 Doka Transporter Diesel 5-Speed

Description

The 1994 Volkswagen T4 Transporter Doka (short for Doppelkabine, meaning “double cab”) was part of VW’s fourth-generation Transporter lineup, introduced in 1990. The T4 marked a major departure from its predecessors by adopting a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout, replacing the rear-engine design of the T3. This change improved interior space, handling, and safety, making the T4 a more modern and versatile platform. The Doka variant was a unique configuration aimed at tradesmen and utility users. It featured a double cab with seating for up to six passengers and an open rear bed for cargo, blending the practicality of a pickup with the comfort of a van.

This 1994 Doka was imported from a small region in Germany where it was reportedly used by the local fire department as a service truck. Aside from some later Volkswagen wheels, this truck is said to remain in stock form featuring a 2.4L 5-cylinder diesel engine, 5-speed manual transmission, and evidence of service-related equipment removed at the time of export.

This 1994 VW Doka is now offered with some service records, a spare set of factory 15" steel wheels, and a clean Oregon title in the seller’s name.  

Factory Equipment 

• 2.4 L inline 5-cylinder diesel engine  

• 5-speed manual transmission, front-wheel drive  

• Front and rear disc brakes  

• Doka double-cab 5-seat pickup layout with open cargo bed 

• Fold-down tailgate and bedsides  

• Unique patterned fabric seats  

• Heating/ventilation 

• 2,200 lb payload capacity

Modifications 

• Controls for removed service equipment 

• Later model Volkswagen wheels

Servicing & Documentation  

• Seller reports regular oil changes  

• Replaced shifting linkage 

• 235/50/R17 Dunlop tires 

Known Imperfections  

• Intermittent fuel gauge  

• Air fan speed dial only works in full position 

• Weak left-side mirror spring 

• Dents and scratches in truck bed  

• Scuffs on front bumper

• Dull roof paint 

• Front seat bottoms have two areas of fabric separating at the seam (see photo gallery) 

• Holes drilled in dashboard from removed service equipment 

• CB radio removed

Ownership History 

This Doka was purchased by the seller with a stated 27,000 original kilometers from the second owner who was responsible for importing the vehicle. The seller states this T4 Doka was one of 14 examples used by a small region in Germany as a fire department service vehicle up until the time of export to the United States.  

Included Items 

• Removed factory 15” steel wheels 

• Some service records

Additional Information 

From the seller, “This unique beauty caught my eye right away — it just happens to be the same red as my first car, a ‘74 VW Super Beetle. This truck is fun, reliable, mechanical and utilitarian in all the cool ways, spacious and no doubt causes a ripple of double-takes as you drive through town.”