Fw: VW Comments

["Jim Griffin" <JGriff@pobox.com>]

Here's the response I got back from VW about the Syncro/4-Motion (Quattro)
versions of the Golf, Jetta, Passat coming here anytime soon.

Looks like we have to wait until next year. I wouldn't hold your breath,
though... :-)

Bummer indeed.

                     Jim Griffin
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'92 Audi 100S - '87 VW Quantum Syncro
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----- Original Message -----
From: VIC Web Responses <Volktalk@vw.com>
To: <JGriff@pobox.com>
Sent: Friday, May 28, 1999 3:42 PM
Subject: RE: VW Comments


> Dear Jim,
>
> Thank you for visiting the Volkswagen web site.  The syncro feature will not
> be forthcoming to North America for the 1999 model year, as tentatively
> planned. We apologize for any inconvenience.  Volkswagen of America has
> decided to introduce the all wheel drive system beginning in the 2000 model
> year.  At that time it will be referred to as "4motion" around the world.
> We have no further information on our 2000 models but welcome you to check
> back for updates.
>
> The 4 cylinder GLS sedan is currently in the marketplace.  The V6 GLS sedan
> is available in limited quantities.  The GLX sedan is now arriving in
> limited quantities.
>
> We suggest you remain in contact with your local Volkswagen dealer for
> availability updates in your region.
>
> If you have any further product specific questions, you may contact the
> Volkswagen Information Center at 1-800-DRIVE-VW.
>
> We certainly appreciate your interest in the Passat.  Please visit again.
>
>
>
>
> julie
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