I've seen this making its way around FacePlant but for those who aren't in the Book it's a fun read from the folks at Outside magazine.
http://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/camping/car-camping/The-Greatest-Car-Ever-Built.html

Anyone know the author?

Regards, Peter Kraiker
nextchapter.kraikerphoto.com
Toronto, ON, Canada
'82 L Westfalia 1.9 TD 5 Spd (Babe)