> > and wing windows that
> > actually open...
>
>yea.. how dumb was that for VW to exclude the wing windows on the '90-'91
>NON-GL's.  what did that save them in production costs?   probably cost
>them more
>to NOT put the opening vent windows in..

No doubt. They were certainly no easier to install on the assembly line.
The non-opening wings are one of the two STUPID base model "features" I've
replaced. The other is (of course) the non-power mirrors. The other stuff,
like fiberglass bumpers and velour upholstery, I'd just as soon NOT have.

John Bange
'90 Vanagon "Geldsauger"