David,

ETKA says:  M12 x 1.5 x 35
Any hardware stores should cary this metric-size bolt.  Try to get it in
stainless steel!

�ric

At 09:46 PM 19/06/00 -0400, you wrote:
>I need the bolt for the spare tire carrier.
>I had to mutilate mine beyond hope getting it off.
>Does anyone know the size of this bolt and do any of the list member
>parts suppliers have them? I suppose a used one in excellent condition
>would be fine.
>I am a long way from any VW dealer.
>