In a message dated 11/16/05 12:27:29 PM Eastern Standard Time,
oldvolkshome@GMAIL.COM writes:

> Golf/Jetta Sedan 88-92 = 1HM 853 601, Color Code TE1 (Chrome Special they
> call it). Last price outa the dealer I noted was just under $20.
> The Black one (for those that are interested) is 323 853 601, Color Code
> 041, also just under $20.
> The Cabrio of the same year spread shows a different PN (3A0 853 600, Color
> Code EPG) (Chrome) @ $29.35.
> Betcha the two chrome styles are essentially the same piece. Wouldn't be
> the first time VW duplicated an item with different part numbers.
>

they are the same.. at least in looks and fitment..     i have a blacked out
vw badge from a '90 GTI in the grille of my '90 cabriolet..   and they are
identical looking..    and i have a '90 jetta badge in my SA grille on my
vanagon...

chris