> > Does anybody get this kind of mileage? 
> 
        my overall average gas mileage since we bought our westy is 25.6
mpg, the best mileage was 28.7 mpg at vacation in the netherlands going @
40-50 mph, the worst mileage was 22 mpg at vacation coming back from france
on their highway going @75-80 mph.
         the westi has the high top (8.95 feet high!), an awning mounted at
the side of the roof, a 1.6l td engine and a 5-speed gearbox. we carry a lot
of stuff in this car, sometimes we carry 3-4 bicycles, Katharina�s toys,
full water tank, side tent, etc. 
        my next project will be an intercooler and a longer 5th gear, i hope
i can further reduce the fuel consumption by this way. for better
understanding one litre of diesel is in germany near to 70 cents.

        greetings michael