Nice van.   I had a good look at took pictures at the Autostadt last
summer.  Still no Vanagon.

Jason

On Tue, Feb 12, 2013 at 1:13 PM, Jeff <vw.doka@gmail.com> wrote:
> Actually... $80k isn't even close as there is no current legal path to
> import a T5 into the USA.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Jeff
>
>
> On Tue, Feb 12, 2013 at 10:07 AM, Stuart MacMillan <stuartmacm@gmail.com> wrote:
>> That price includes a 20% VAT, so the base price is closer to $50k.  For
>> comparison, the last EVC sold here in 2003 listed for about $35k, which is
>> about $42k in today's dollars.
>>
>> By the time a California got over here it would cost over $80k with US mods
>> (like air bags), shipping, tariffs, etc.  You won't see a VW camper here
>> until it's 100% made in the US or Mexico (unlikely, since VW has abandoned
>> the minivan segment), and it could be sold in the $50k range.
>>
>> Check out your entry level American RV for $20k to $50k and you understand
>> why we likely won't get a VW camper here again.  You want a Class B van
>> camper?  Your choice is a Sprinter conversion for over $100k.
>>
>> Download the brochure though, it will make you drool.  Bi-turbodiesel
>> option, double glazed windows, electro-hydraulic opening top, lots of cup
>> holders and the clever storage that you expect from a VW design. Truly a
>> land yacht.
>>
>> Stuart
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
>> Rob
>> Sent: Tuesday, February 12, 2013 7:54 AM
>> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
>> Subject: 2013 California
>>
>> Just under $60k USD may seem a bit much to me but if your were
>> shopping for a Vanagon camper at GoWesty it might not.
>> http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/california-range/california/overview/
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> Rob
>> vwrobb@gmail.com
>> Eisenhower warned us but they won anyway