Joel Walker wrote,

"What is the most interesting "thing" (that could mean a story, too) that
 you found in/about your van after buying it from a PO?

you mean like the $50 bill behind that dead possum under the rear
seat???"

Apparently Joel's possum was the loser in a high stakes poker game.  He was
obviously left there by the likes of Brer Rabbit and his cronies, who are
well known in the hill country as serious players.  They usually take a dim
view of anyone who tries to bluff their way into a winning hand.  When
critters have a spat, it is of no help if your best defense is playin
possum.  May he rest in peace.

p.s.  Under no circumstances ever buy a van from Unca Joel by phone or
e-mail; always insist upon a personal inspection.  Even pictures and video
tape will prove inadequate to guard you from the dreaded curse of the
lingering odor.  (Why did you think it was such a good deal in the first
place?)

Budd Premack
86 Syncro, 84 GL, 73 Super
Minneapolis, MN (Land of Frozen Waters)