I appreciate the reply and insight, Benoit... and I'll try to keep the loop open without distracting you from the really important things :)

as for "why from quebec", i'll start a separate thread after i look through the archives about "why doesn't everyone go to california to buy their camper".

bon soir... Pk

On 2010-06-05, at 9:53 PM, Benny boy wrote:

> I'll reply here in case other are curious.
> 
> Why from Quebec? The center of the rust belt??
> 
> Anyway, the first one as been converted to European spec or something like
> that, 5 speed is not standard here, neither is the 1.9L (good engine in
> general), now you need someone (not me) who know VW diesel engine and will
> be willing to work on your van. The van look in good shape and I'm pretty
> sure they took care of if, it shows. But again, it's unique.
> 
> They may know me so if you offer a small amount ($$) they may drive it to my
> shop and i'll find a hole in my tight schedule.
> 
> The second one look very solid, as the standard 1.9L gas engine (ok I guess)
> and look well maintain also. Very clean inside. Good picture that show a
> lot. Basic L van so no gadget. Price is more then fair for a Quebec van.
> That said, not much is said about the mechanical side.
> 
> So they both need an inspection. As for the Diesel one my knowledge is limited.
> 
> Tell them about Busfusion, maybe they would come, they must be a few spot
> left on that big field.
> 
> voila sir
> Ben