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Subject:Re: Vanagon vs Alternative Vehicles
From:Chris S.
Date:Tue, 25 May 2004 14:47:26 -0500

> GTRV in Richmond British Columbia Canada does pop top westy type
> conversions on several NA vans. They'll do your existing van to any
> stage you want or start from scratch from a new van.
> The links below are to some used ones. Prices are in Canadian dollars.
> X .73 to get US $

If I were to put the $40K I'd have to spend on a new domestic camper into
my Westy I'd end up with a killer Vanagon and money left over for a
several good vacations.

My list:  TDI engine, rebuilt transmission with proper gearing, all new
suspension bushings, bearings, body seals, paintjob, upholstery, carpet,
A/C (up front, thank you), big brakes, e-code headlights, 16'' wheels and
tires,  and a hula girl on the dashboard.  Result:  25 mpg on the highway
and a very cool and a very reliable vehicle.

Well, it's nice to dream, anyway. :-)

Chris S.
'85 Wolfsburg Westy "Camel"
http://www.knology.net/~vw/dadada.jpg