Here is the model transporter I was talking about, available at E-bay

Later,

Terry

Title of item:  VW Volkswagen Transporter Van 1:43PromoModel
Seller: virgil555
Starts: Apr-16-01 09:54:52 PDT
Ends:   Apr-21-01 09:54:52 PDT
Price:  Starts at $19.00
To bid on the item, go to:      http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1135350445

Item Description:
        This auction is for a 1:43 scale die cast Volkswagen Transporter 3 made by Schabak of Germany. This rare and hard to find old Transporter was made as a promotional model for Volkswagen. Features include opening door and hatch. Here is your chance to get this Van in the rare color metallic grey, in mint condition with its original box. This model is exactly detailed. Payment: The only way for oversee bidders is sending cash. The shipping costs are 5$.

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