Hi Ron,
I have some on my 740 volvo, those inserts. Factory part you don't see too
often.
but
'The Reason'  there are holes in any headrests is to be able to see through
them !!
it's a Safety Feature.
the holes are not to hold a pad insert.  Using those holes to hold an insert
just happens to work.

 I hope you sell 'em and they make vanagons owners yet more happy than they
already are !
Scott
Safety Maven

----- Original Message -----
From: "The Bus Depot" <vanagon@BUSDEPOT.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Wednesday, October 07, 2009 12:49 PM
Subject: FS: Headrest Cushion Inserts - Rare European Option

> Have you ever wondered why there are holes in the middle of your front
> seat
> headrests? They were intended for cushioned inserts that were a rare
> factory
> option in Germany but not offered in the States. Years ago I brought home
> an
> original pair from Germany, and over the years many people who have seen
> them in my Westy have asked me where they can get some.  I am happy to
> announce that they are now available for sale. They are German made from
> the
> original Volkswagen molds, and are as close a match to your gray or tan
> fabric seat upholstery as could be found. They come with molded black
> plastic backing plates that allow them to simply snap into your headrests.
> These really dress up your front seats, and add a bit of comfort as well!
>
> Gray Fabric Headrest Cushion Set:
>
> http://busdepot.com/details.jsp?partnumber=255881761G
>
> Tan Fabric Headrest Cushion Set:
>
> http://busdepot.com/details.jsp?partnumber=255881761B
>
>
> - Ron Salmon
>  The Bus Depot, Inc.
>  www.busdepot.com
>  (215)  234-VWVW
>
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