In a message dated 99-08-06 13:31:33 EDT, chiang1@USA.NET writes:

<< Saw a syncro the other day with small black rubber or plastic "splash
 guards" bolted on the rear side of all four wheel wells.  They appeared to be
 factory original, but I have never noticed them before (not many syncros
 around here).  Questions--

 Are they OEM standard equipment or optional?
  >>

all syncros have them.  i have 3 used ones if anyones interested.

chris