It would be interesting to see just how on the ball they are. I wonder if you made an appointment for a timing belt change, how long would it take someone to realize that the Vanagon doesn't have one? 
 
Ed
 
> Date: Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:44:41 -0700
> From: starwagen@GMAIL.COM
> Subject: A Chuckle From My Local VW Dealer
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> 
> I've used the local VW dealer in my area for wheel alignment in the past.
> They in fact are a very good shop. And because my info is in their database
> I get periodic emails from them reminding me of maintenance items that might
> be due on my Vanagon. But their automated system just laid an egg. I just
> got a reminder that I might be due for maintenance on my timing belt......