At 09:32 PM 10/25/96 -0500, Rob wrote:
>Hi Volks,
>        I called the "VW dealer" here in Traverse City, MI to check on the
>cost of a rear heater core for my '86.
>        When the parts guy got back to me he first apologized, I knew that
>this was going to be bad news. Over $800!! We discussed the part, and we
>agreed that that was what I wanted. It was NOT the whole box, just the
>heater core.

They are mistaken (or crooks)--I purchased a rear heater core (part # 867
819 121A) from a dealer last year for $152.80. And I thought that was
expensive! No way this part is $800. Make sure you're just getting the core
and none of the ancillary bolt-on stuff like the shut off valve. If they
still want $800, call Camelback VW at 800.876.5199. Tell them you want the
Internet discount and I bet they'll send you one for less than $150.