"Why not go to a newer Eurovan rather than creating a
bastard vehicle that
only a Vanagon Extremist would own."

Because the Eurovan does not have the utility or space of the Vanagon.  Ten
times the price for half the vehicle.  It isn't the same, I don't care what
anyone says.  I run my Vanagon daily, and use it to carry furniture, lumber,
and my family.  For what I would pay for a Eurovan, I could outfit a fleet
with Tiico, Subies, and rebuilds.

Then again, why own a classic '65 Mustang when you can get a new Neon or
Saturn?

IT'S NOT THE SAME!!!!!!!