What exactly is this door release finger plate for my VW Bus or Vanagon?

The door release finger plate is a small but essential component that attaches to your door handle mechanism. Its purpose is to provide a comfortable and secure grip when you pull the door release lever, preventing your fingers from slipping and making it easier to open the door. It's designed to protect the paintwork around the handle area as well.

Which specific VW models and years does this door finger plate fit?

This high-quality aftermarket door release finger plate is compatible with Type 2 Buses from 1968 to 1979 and all Vanagons from 1980 to 1991. This includes 2WD and 4WD models, various trims like Campmobile and Westfalia, and both manual and automatic transmission vehicles.

Is this a genuine GoWesty part, or what's the manufacturer?

This specific door release finger plate is a quality aftermarket part, not an original GoWesty branded item. It's manufactured to meet or exceed the standards of the original equipment, ensuring a great fit and reliable performance for your vintage VW.

How many of these finger plates do I need for one door?

This Door Release Finger Plate is sold individually. You will need one finger plate per door that you intend to service. If you are replacing the plates on both front doors, for example, you would need to order two.

Finger plate for door release

Name: Door Release Finger Plate
SKU: 311-837-247
Price: 4.95 USD
Availability: InStock

black rectangular automotive plastic cover part on white background

Door Release Finger Plate

Product:	311-837-247
Works With:	1968-1991
Manufacturer:	Quality Aftermarket
Availability:	Good Stock

$4.95

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Simple and easy

Nice part easy install

I love that go west sells the little replacement parts we all need this makes the area look new. I wish it came in brown but no big deal

Easy Fit and Install

Pretty simple to install. Impressed with its quality.

A hard to find part that fits good

The ones on my door were cracked and falling out, this fit perfectly.

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Decent

I hope it last

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Looks good and works great

Door Release Finger Plate

These do not fit originals, not sure if they fit the new ones. Very poor quality and ill fitting. Do not recommend for original surrounds.

Hi there Rob, thanks for the feedback. We're checking our stock to see what is up with the fit. We've sold these for years, and consumed many of them in our van builds, so perhaps something has changed. In the meantime, I have issued you a $10 e-Gift Card to cover the purchase. You can toss the parts or keep them if you can make them work. All the best, Taylor

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