.... To protect my investment I thought an
aligment job would be a good idea,....

That is Wild!!  I just went through the same drill (new Agilis 51's) and
to light steering , slight wandering at highway speeds. Both the local
mechanics I trust are not set up to do alignments, and the best VW
mechanic of the two (Rudi Schaffner, Schaffner Motors in Lynnwood, WA)
recommended the local VW dealer, Campbell-Nelson, just down the road.
Made an appointment, took it in, and was impressed when they immediately
checked to see what tires I had on the Westy.  They quoted $89.00 for
BOTH, front and rear.  Called me six hours later, said the Westy was
ready.  Went to pick it up, they told me in detail what they had found
(rear OK, front camber was off) and charged me exactly what they had
quoted.
BTW, their parts department, even though typical dealer prices, has had
IN STOCK several obscure trim I have needed lately.  Your milage may
vary...