Date:         Sat, 30 Aug 2003 15:11:25 -0500
Reply-To:     Conrad Klahn <conradk@MAC.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Conrad Klahn <conradk@MAC.COM>
Subject:      Re: Fate of the pop-top
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Folks,

I know this isn't Friday by about 15 hours my apologies. But I really
don't think the Microbus is headed anywhere near production - let alone
getting a pop-top. It's more likely that we'll get the Ford/VW project
vehicle - but I bet even that is undecided.

Maybe we can start a list pool, proceeds go to the list? Maybe not even
give anything away except for bragging rights.

I am putting my money on the microbus never seeing production given the
recent article that's been floating around (citing the strong Euro, and
competition from the Toureg). So I think the debate over getting a
pop-top is a bit premature.

Oh BTW, my Weekender has a rear cabinet just like the full Westy.
That's where all our camping gear and linens are stored. The back seat
is wider, which means it has more storage space underneath for the
emergency parts (starter, belts, hoses, oil, antifreeze, etc.). I also
use the metal-lined cooler inside the jumpseat to store non-perishable
food items and water jugs. I don't think I'm missing much storage
space. Granted, I wash hands and plates outside... You can't win them
all. Well, I bought a lottery ticket today, so if I win I'll plunk down
some change on a Syncro with full Westy gear which is about what it
would take.

Conrad