From: "Barry E. Muller" <bmuller@UOFT02.UTOLEDO.EDU> Subject: Re: At Least 22 VW Busses Stolen...fish >With only 2 exceptions all these were powered by turbo diesels - the vast >majority 1,6L TDs! > >Seems a popular engine over there - maybe I should consider that when the >Wasserboxer gives up the ghost. Remember that they are taxed on motor type and especially size. Combine that with ridiculously high fuel costs and higher insurance for larger motors and you find a deeply ingrained desire for samll motors. The smaller diesels are always the most popular, but they require a lot of patience. As Americans, we have different priorities and values. Az -- AH#56 |
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