Did a bit more research and found the following units are being made in China/Hong Kong. I don't think they are available in this country yet and I can't vouch for the quality:
DVR-H1 - DVD Player with 40GB Hard Disc and Intelligent Timing Recording Function. Malata Group Ltd China
DVR-0101 - DVD Recorder with Built-in 40/80GB Hard Disk and TV Tuner. Kenloon Digital Technology Co Ltd - Hong Kong
DR9905K - DVD HDD Recorder with Built-in 40GB Hard Disk and Real-Time Calendar Function. BBK Electronics Corp Ltd China