>> I recall seeing my first Westy ('67 IIRC) over 20 years ago while
working at a gas station. Made a lasting impression. ...

My advice for the border patrol dude. Just do it! I don't know why I
held off for so long.... <<

When I was 12 my father used to carpool from Bowie, MD to DC every day. One
of the guys pulled up in a '72 camper and when the door opened and I saw the
inside for the first time I was in complete awe, you could even hear the
Halleluiah chorus in the background.  I said "I must have one of those
someday!".  So today when people come up and check out my Westy they always
say "I always wanted one these." and my answer is "So did I." :)

Bryan