Dave, don't think of it as a poor mileage car.  Think of it as the best
mpg motorhome that was ever made.  Check the mpg on motorhomes some
time.  Even with diesel engines they are getting 10-12 mpg.

Ken Wilford
John 3:16
www.vanagain.com

Dave Arthur wrote:
> I guess 17.3 mi/gal 13.4l/100km isn't that far off after all. I foung the
> following site...
>
> http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/noframes/6248.shtml
>
> This site lists a standard Vanagon at 16 city, 18 highway, 17 combined. SO
> my 'issue' is a non issue :-) I guess I'm too used to my Honda Civic :-)
>
> Thanks for the posts.
>
> D
>
> '86 Westy
>
>