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One way to almost certainly end a marriage is to take the decision to take a battered VW Campervan and attempt to restore it. It is a decision my parents took just over a year ago.

They bought a rusted 19878 bay window camper in the summer of 2008 and set about refurnishing, repainting and renewing with childish vigour. They had it lowered or 'slammed' to apparently blend it with all the new, hip V-dub youngsters at the regular meets they attended. Sadly, they ignored the fact that they were in one of their mid-life crises whilst the other drivers could barely reach the pedals. The meets were full of long haired Cornish surfers, leather jacketed German enthusiast with their iron crosses, and crazy, spray can wielding youths. My parents turned up wearing the sort of holiday outfit you see red-raw Brits sporting in Cyprus.

Nonetheless, after fitting a rock n' roll bed and splashing out on some 15" alloys they decided to take this van, now christened 'Rosie' to Cornwall for a weekend by the sea. Two people sleeping for three nights in an ex hippie's bandwagon is not a good idea. When they argued where was there to go, except out in the rain? They returned, fed up with each other's company but still determined to see through their restoration project, like some petrol-headed Griff Rhys Jones's.

Next up was the installation of a brand new £2,000, 1641cc twin carbon engine. The difference in speed was minimal, barely exceeding 60mph. I rarely allowed myself to venture anywhere in this van, but when I did I noticed how bad the roads around were. You could feel every lump, bump and pothole; even going over crisp packets and newspapers would throw the VW into a frenzy.

So now, after £10,000 work of upgrades and facelifts, what have they got from this experience? A cleaner, slicker yet still uncomfortable, archaic Used Volkswagen with a built in fridge and furry dice? No, they have a story and a wonderful piece for automotive history. The ride is like being thrown about by an angry horse, the gearstick grates when changing up from 2nd and the smell of sweaty head banging Led Zeppelin fans still lingers, but it is a beautiful looking thing. And despite all its faults, can somehow make you love it, even if you fall out of love with each other in the process.

Pete J Ridgard is a writer and a car enthusiast. He currently writes for the automotive industry. Here he discusses Used Volkswagen cars.

How Well Can Your Car Withstand Collision?

How safe is your car? Is it above average? Do you have any idea how well it can withstand collision? The answers to these queries are very important not just to car occupants but to automakers as well. Experts say showing consumers how a particular car performs in times of collision is an effective sales tactic.

At the much-concluded New York Auto Show held last week, one of the most controversial displays was a crumpled Ford Taurus. The display was the Dearborn automaker’s effort to show visitors how durable Ford parts are and how well Taurus withstands a collision.

Ford Motor Co.’s display created an ambiance that made consumers think more about their car safety especially in a crash. For some buffs, the automaker’s introduction of its innovative safety features is treated as a breath of fresh air.

Historically, automakers avoid any suggestion that vehicles actually collide and occupants could die in their cars. However, safety inside cars has become a hot issue in the past decades. This is why, at present, automakers are finding ways to offer the most effective auto features to ensure safety of car occupants.

Car safety has always been difficult to explain. It is also difficult to sell. And automakers have allowed unspoken white lies about safety to promote their cars. Wired News reported: “Drivers who ride high in a vehicle, for example, report feeling safer because they can see out over traffic. Yet a vehicle with a high center of gravity is more likely to roll. Large and heavy cars cocoon passengers in copious steel, protecting them in the event of a collision. Yet large and heavy vehicles are more likely to lose traction. They're more likely to be involved in an accident in the first place.”

But misconceptions are slowly jettisoning consumers’ mind. Last year, Volkswagen AG ran the "Safe Happens” campaign to promote the Jetta and the Passat. The campaign effectively tickled consumer interest in VW.

SmartCar, moreover, used videos of the crash tests on the Internet even before the ForTwo was offered for sale in America. At the automaker’s press events, crumpled, rolled and battered vehicles were displayed. The move has pulled consumers closer to SmartCar.

Big names in auto safety such as Volvo Cars have also introduced features that provide protection to occupants in collisions. Features include crumple zones, seat belts, airbags, side impact protection, strong occupant compartment, and head rests. What’s more, car features that help avoid crashing such as electronic stability control (ESC), antilock braking systems (ABS), intelligent speed adaptation (ISA), traction control, and active braking systems were also installed in vehicles.

About the Author

Anthony Fontanelle is a 35-year-old automotive buff who grew up in the Windy City. He does freelance work for an automotive magazine when he is not busy customizing cars in his shop.

in my 98 passat the brake light and abs light are always on what do i do?

my dad has changed all the brake pads and checked all the sensors for brake dust build up. im sure that my E-brake is not on. were not sure what to do about it

If both the ABS lite and the Brake lite are on constantly,there is a problem in the abs system,could be as simple as low fluid, but it sound's like a module problem.Do you have to move the car first, or are they on right away & stay on???

1999 Volkswagen Passat GLS from North America - Comments
"Safe, fun, but problematic!" What things have gone wrong with the car? 58000 miles front-end clunking? 60000 miles replaced wore out tie-rod ends.

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