Squeal when shifting

["Kevin O'Buckley" <obucklkm@bushbaby.alfred.edu>]

Hi.  I am new to standard transmission cars with my new (to me) '91 90
Quattro 20v with 132k miles.  Got a good deal on the car last week, but
this week a problem as surfaced.

When shifting, or starting from a stop, a horrible squeal will come from
the front of the car.  Happens most of the time I shift, but not every
time.  The car seems to drive fine, but it makes me very nervous that I
have purchased a car with a major problem.  Any help pointing me in the
right direction would be appreciated.  Does this sound like a clutch
problem?

I am in Burlington, VT, and anyone who could point me to an honest
mechanic in the area would also be much appreciated.

Thanks,
Kevin