> This relates to the discussions about importing vehicles, >mostly buses from Canada. I saw two brand new Mexican beetles today in >Loxley, AL (10 miles east of Mobile). From various lists I have been >led to believe that it can't be done, but there they were! >If he can get beetles, how about buses? What's available in Mexico? Hi All, I've been reading about importing Vanagons every since I found out that they are still being manufactured in South Africa. How about a BRAND NEW Vanagon with a dependable cast-iron block 5-cylinder motor (with no problematic heads), 21 gallon (85L) gas tank, 15" alloy wheels, power remote side mirrors, plastic bumpers, and a factory 5-speed tranny? Air condition?--you got it! Since the Vanagon already met Fed safety/crash requirements and the Audi 5-cylinder also meets the EPA regs--would it be possible to bring these into the US? Even parts of them would be nice--like a nice new rust free, dent free body with a 5-speed tranny. Is it even remotely possible/economically feasible? If you have not seen these yourself look up the South African VW web sites and begin lusting after a new Vanagon: http://www.vw.co.za/vw_dec/html/bushome.html http://www.vw.co.za/history/frame.htm Having new Vanagon dreams, Garth PS A friend of mine (and fellow Van fan) saw a TV show this weekend showing the arrival of the British Royal Yacht to South Africa. There was a long string of white Vanagons waiting to transport members of the Royal Family.
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