I just signed back on after being off on a camping trip (see my report), and saw a
couple of msgs re all of the problems and Vanagon reliability issues. I have had mine
('90 Westy with 142K miles) since new. It is my only vehicle. It has gone on lengthy
trips all over the Western US and never once broken down or left me stranded, unless
you count a broken power steering belt which was quickly fixed. I do have the
advantage of having had it since day one and I practice serious preventative
maintenance. If they would import the South African Vanagon, I would be first in line
with my checkbook.
Jerry