Dear Listmembers,

    I'm now an alumnus. Sold my 1991 Carat to Jim and Jean from San
Francisco. They left yesterday on their way back west. I of course told them
about the List. A must read if you're a Vanagon owner. I just wanted to
thank everyone. It was a pleasure and privilege to be a member of this
"community." I've been an everyday reader and occasional contributor ever
since June 1996 when I was about to chuck my vehicle (in disgust) after a
second blown engine. Joel Walker was kind enough to explain the Vanagon
Facts of Life to me. A new engine and careful adherence to his
straightforward suggestions have resulted in a pretty good Vanagon
experience over the last four years.

    Selling the Carat on eBay went flawlessly. I can recommend it (I own no
eBay stock!) It sold for $5350.00.  If my Homestead page is still up see the
vehicle at www.philiprhanlon.homestead.com/vanagon.html.

    My compliments also to Ron at The Bus Depot. I retired as a satisfied
customer of the Bus Depot. I bought a 1999 Passat GLS V6. Perhaps if driving
becomes too predictable and trouble free, I'll feel the need to buy another
van and rejoin this "family." If so, I pray that I'll be able to afford one
of the new, but outrageously expensive, Eurovans.

Sincerely,

Philip R. Hanlon

Mobile, AL

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