Hi Sean,

This is an actual VW accessory.  Officially called "window guard rails".
Who knows, it might be still available...I wonder if it would fit westys...

�ric

At 01:23 AM 23/06/00 EDT, you wrote:
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>The third, and most unusual item, is what appears to be a
>"jailbar" assembly that fits in the rear window of a Vanagon. It's chromed,
>and of good quality construction, and fits the rear window perfectly. Was
>this piece an actual VW accessory, or just a nifty retro aftermarket goodie
>for T3 Transporter fans?