Subject: When I was a HS Varsity Soccer coach (w/ 6 kids of my Author: joec as JoeC 98 740il & 750il : member since January, 2006 : 1264 posts Posted on: 2008-08-02 09:40:04

own) I bought a 15 passenger Ford Van. That worked great in the 80's. You may be very surprised as to what gas mileage the newer Chevy vans get w/ the 6.0l gas. I have 2 2005 1 3/4 t & 1 1 ton I'm very happy w/ the mileage. They are not much if any shorter than the Expedition but the mileage should be a lot better. A friend of has a 1 ton & he swears he can get 18-19 mpg on a 100 X 2 mile round trip on the interstate. After having mine for a year (I buy my vans used & at 1/2 price) I am a believer. I understand this doesn't make ANY sense to you but give it some thought. Used ones are cheap right now & I would think new ones can be had for some really good prices & super dealer financing. My .02c
Joe C

98 750il & 740il

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  • When I was a HS Varsity Soccer coach (w/ 6 kids of my - JoeC 98 740il & 750il 2008-08-02 09:40:04 (21 views)
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    • OMG! I forgot all about my high school ride. Enough seating for a large family. (pic) - Thats me during a field trip.......R7 2008-08-02 10:27:04 (66 views)
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      • great picture!! (nt) - henry 2008-08-02 13:54:43 (14 views)
        • +1 (nt) - thesteve 2008-08-06 09:36:24 (4 views)
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