In a message dated 98-08-03 02:26:36 EDT, you write:

<< I recently bought a 1984 Westy.  It has the (really torn up) original VW
 owners' manual and a really bad photocopy of a 1987 Westfalia manual.
 I'd like to be able to buy a NEW VW Vanagon Owners' Manual, NEW Westfalia
 Owners' Manual, and a NEW VW Vanagon Maintenance Manual...(the stuff that
 would've originally come with the vehicle).  Can I get these at a VW
 dealer (75+ miles from here!), or can I somehow mail-order or
 internet-order these? >>

Marty,

This may be a long-shot but if you can't find these anywhere else, try
www.motorcyclememories.com.
They specialize in older motorcycle owner's and shop manuals but may have or
be willing to search for these manuals for you.
I've dealt with them in the past and they're expensive but quick and and
courteous.

Sam Bateman
Fork Union, VA
'87 Vanagon GL