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Date:         Thu, 23 Oct 1997 00:50:47 -0400
Reply-To:     SyncroHead@AOL.COM
Sender:       Vanagon mailing list <Vanagon@Gerry.SDSC.EDU>
From:         Jim Davis <SyncroHead@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Re: ISO '90 or '91 Carat
Comments: To: uzzi@aimnet.com

In a message dated 97-10-22 14:17:15 EDT, uzzi@AIMNET.COM writes:




> (1) What sets apart the Carat from the Vanagon GL?


The Carat has more standard features than the GL and also includes removeable
rear-facing seats behind the driver and front passenger.  These are really
handy and when removed (1 minute's work) create a very large central cargo
area.


> (2) What was the marketing ploy in coming out with the Carat?


They made smiliarly equipped vans in 87 & 88 as Wolfsburg Editions and then
made that style into a sub-model.


> (3) How does the 3sp auto-tranny perform (wife MUST have an automatic!)


Works great.  My 88 has 124,000 miles on it without a problem.  Not that much
slower than a standard.  On some grades it's actually faster depending on the
grade & gearing.


> (4) Anything else I should know?


Yes.  The meaning of life, the universe, & everything!


Regards,
Jim Davis
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