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Thanks for all the replies fellas..some interesting points.

The height problem is a concern for me because I visit quite a few recreation areas in France usually situated next to lovely lakes but entry to these carparks is restricted by 2 metre height barriers. It just makes life so very much more easier when you can park next to the lake and enjoy all of the facilities.
When skiing in the Alps earlier this year I was amazed at the high number of VW Caravelles with auto boxes and 4 motion drive being used as Taxis.

To my mind, a LWB with auto box and 4 motion drive would make a great camper Van.....just my thoughts Very Happy

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They are also very problematic - the auto box matches the engine. You cannot interchange boxes, which means you need to correct coded box for the engine - then you have to find someone it fit it - which typical vag is notoriously difficult and often ends up breaking a seal as it goes in.

These things do need to be considered when looking at vehicles where you will be travelling through europe - my brother has been searching for a box for two years to fit his, and every time the right box comes up, it is gone in seconds! It will be a 2k job eventually, once he finds one with the right code, and VW want £3500 for a recon plus fitting!

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