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Date:         Fri, 7 Dec 2007 09:33:31 -0500
Reply-To:     Ed Duntz <eduntz@HOTMAIL.COM>
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From:         Ed Duntz <eduntz@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject:      diesel Vanagon vs. MB, Volvo, other diesel VW
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I'm looking for some input as to which diesel vehicle I should get for $3,000 or less. I just got rid of a Jetta diesel that I had an accident with and really want a diesel again. I do already have two Vanagons, one Wolfsburg with the bed and rear-facing seats, and one Westfalia in need of body repair.

I'm thinking of a diesel 7-passenger Vanagon that my mechanic would sell me after putting in good shape. It would most likely have a 1.6 NA, and I know I won't get anywhere fast.

My other thoughts were for an older Mercedes or Volvo diesel. I've never owned either. I'd rather avoid things like electronic temp control and power windows and the like- more things to go wrong and have to fix. I would like a/c, something I know I won't get with the Vanagon diesel.

I would also most likely put a veg. oil kit into whatever I bought. I had one in the Jetta, but sold that with the car, so I'd have to start over.

Thoughts or suggestions? Also, if anyone knows of any diesel Vanagons, MB or Volvo diesels in the northeast, please let me know.

Thanks, Ed Duntz


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