I agree that it will do very well! I don't necessarily care for the idea that fuel costs are forcing people into smaller vehicles out of necessity, but it is the right product at the right time.
If they were selling it here today, they would not be able to keep them on the lots!
you are right, aside ffrom gas, they will just be damned convenient. i know construction trades used to love the Astro panel vans because they were much easier for going downtown in the big cities... and being able to park underground or in multi-level garages.
There really isn't anything small anymore for people like that.