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Subject:Re: VW as a Sex Symbol
Date:Wed, 29 May 1996 20:03:21 +0930

Joseph F. Fournier wrote

>Hmmm...bugs are relatively small cars. If people are judging my sexuality
>by the car I drive, I guess I'm glad I drive a Westy. Big, versitile, slow
>and steady, full of gadgets, able to go places ordinary cars can't...
>Sorry, I tried not to reply, but the thought screamed for release. ;) Joe

The sexuality issue was probably overstated and was not tied directly into
the paragraph about Volkswagens. I read kinda quickly as I was skimming for
the OBVW content and smashed into the following excerpt.

"The convertible has a special significance for most people. Not only is it
a sex symbol, but it signifies freedom, lack of restraint, and a "fun"
attitude towards life.  A woman patient who was depressed and felt inhibited
and unloved by her family bought a convertible because it gave her the feeling
of freedom she needed.   To others the convertible can be an expression of
Bi-Sexuality. In envy of women men may wish to have an opening of their own.
The convertible satisfies that unconscious wish.  A patient who was envious
of his pregnant wife and her ability to have a baby bought himself a convert-
ible--it satisfied his desire to have an opening from which a person could
emerge."

Now, I drive a 21 window with a big sunroof, have a rabbit vert, and play
on the weekends in the woods with my "topless" landcruiser. What does the
above paragraph tell you about my "lifestyle"  ;->

Kevin (hopelessly in love with fresh air!) Murray