In a message dated 1/21/02 4:11:10 PM, Awf986@AOL.COM writes:

<<  I wonder if I can get the whole van painted from the insurance money too!
>>

Shaggy, my man, if you play this hand right, you probably won't even want to
bother with the old van.  BEFORE you get that call from the phone company's
insurer, get as many listings for overpriced '82 Diesel Westy's as you can
find.  Think Left Coast internet prices.  Remember, you have a RARE and
desirable vehicle that will be hard to replace.  Then take it to the most
venal VW dealer you can find for the body work estimate.

Be cool when the insurer offers you a pittance.  Let them know what prices
your research has turned up.  Don't agree to anything offered during the
first call unless it is free sex for life.  They will most likely check the
validity of your figures and call back with something close.

Rich