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A vehicle in poor condition, only useful for salvaging parts.
Curved section of the vehicle body surrounding the rear wheel
A foldable bed that came on many models of VW buses, allowing for additional sleeping space.
Type of automatic transmission with three forward gear ratios
Type of automotive fuse with a blade-like design
The unique visual appearance of a vehicle's original paint, worn through to primer or bare metal over time.
A tiny imperfection in paint, resembling a small hole made by a pin.
Metal tabs for welding upholstery to seat frames
Thermoswitch for pre-heating the inlet manifold in Waterboxer engines
Fuses specifically designed for diesel engine glow plugs