I have a full camper and a 7 passenger .... the 2 extremes.

I need the 7 pass for hauling big things and for when we have visitors
.... more seating .... but I love the kitchen in the Westy for
traveling/camping.  We cook anything and everyting on the stove and have
never had an odor problem.  Keeping everything clean along with a shot
of Febreze every now and then probably helps.

This summer we had guests and, because the A/C was working in the Westy,
I took the middle seat out of the 7 pass and put it into the camper
which made it a 6 pass.

I do wish the 7 pass had the rear seat that makes into a bed, though.
On those occassions where I do use it for trips it would be nice to
stretch out during breaks.

If I had to have just one Vanagon (7 pass ... half camper ... full
camper) I'd opt for the full camper.  I'm just glad I don't have that
restriction.

Mike
'84 GL 7 pass auto
'85 GL Westy 4 spd