I had a test drive of the New Transporter Caravelle last month and have been told there is little difference between the two vehicles.
I was very impressed with the drive.
My local VW garage is due to get a Shuttle in their showroom next month, so that will be the first time I will see one in the flesh.
I have seen pictures of the shuttle via the net and also now by brochure.
It has also been given the the 2003 award for van of the year.
http://www.newtransporter.co.uk
If you compare a Euro 7 for £22,000 or a VW Transporter for £20,000 I think its a cracking deal.