In a message dated 98-09-14 21:23:18 EDT, GMBulley@aol.com writes:

<< In getting to know our new White Westy, (an '82) I have only one question:
 WHAT is the deal with the EXTRA door handle at the inside BACK of the sliding
 door??? This runs counter to everything I have ever known of VW; "it is only
 placed on the vehicle if there is a good reason"....So why would I want a
 handle back there?
  >>

so people sitting on the back seat dont have to get their lazy butts up and
re-slide the door open all the way when it doesnt close right the first
time....
just pull the handle in towards you, when the door doesnt close fully.

chris