I'm not so sure about this. One of the advantages to diesels is its longetivity, I'm not sure how running this thing on petrol will effect that. It's got to run much hotter, which is (so I am told anyways) why diesels last longer, not as much heat..
I'm really excited about VW's new diesels, I cant remember what they're called, but they have a Urea injection system to help get them past emissions.
Found it, its BLuetc, heres some info.
http://www.greencarcongress.com/2006...es_to_int.html
I've been thinking and studying these new emission systems for diesels, and holy freaking 8lb baby jesus, this nonsense is going to be a NIGHTMARE to service.
Theres definately gonna be a delay before I would feel comfy buying one, US techs are gonna need some time to learn all this nonsense....