Sam

It was the price in my case. I would have bought the Avant had it been offered with the 1.8T engine.

MR

I _like_ the fact that there aren't many Avants out there -- it makes mine that much more special. On the subject, is there any way of finding out how many were imported to the U.S. in 1998? Just curious how many others are enjoying the pleasures of this true sport utility vehicle.