Thanks for the info on the Costco order. Yes I'm getting a wagon, not a van. I did see a list of features before the order, so I know it's correct. I just wanted something to 'mark my place in line'. When ordering non-car items, I find it's always better to refer to an order/customer number rather than having to search by name.
When researching options, I noticed there was some discussion on the quick clear feature. There seemed to be two issues. Old vs new installations. The implementations of the 70's and 80's would turn a funny color as they aged. Since the 90's they seemed to have fixed the problem. The other issue is what mrtn mentions "I can just scrape my windshield". After seeing the videos on youtube, I was sold, especially because our cars live outside. Strangely, the rear defroster is a requirement. The only valid criticism I've seen was replacement cost.
The backup camera is on the order, but I forgot to mention it. My wife simply didn't want the other options.
What you are describing is called a 'retrogrouch' at least in the cycling world. http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Retrogrouch
thanks again for the info.
Jack