>Please compile a list of what's not wrong with Vanagons.

Steel quality (body)
Body strength, integrity & durability
Appearance (depending on paint, grill & lights!)
Space
Handling
Upgradability (mechanical & electrical)
Turning-circle
Groundclearance (though less than earlier Type 2s)

More downers:
Taillights too small, too low
Front indicators too small, too low
Raised floor over engine intrudes
Rear seats not quick-removable
Sliding windows can be lifted & slid whilsyt locked, and access gained thereby
Horrid heater controls
Lack of center dash vents
Fusebox in glovebox (RHD) with flimsy cover which hangs down