Will this Glove Box Latch with Key fit my 1980-1991 Vanagon?

Yes, this glove box latch is specifically designed as a direct-fit replacement for all 1980 to 1991 Vanagons. If your Vanagon falls within these years, it should install seamlessly.

I lost my original glove box key. How many keys come with this new latch?

This glove box latch comes complete with keys, allowing you to once again secure your glove box contents. Typically, two keys are included with each latch.

Is this latch just a cosmetic replacement, or does it actually lock?

This is a fully functional locking glove box latch. It's designed to restore the ability to lock your glove box, providing security for items stored inside, unlike many older, worn-out latches.

My old latch is broken and won't open or close properly. How difficult is it to replace?

Replacing your old, beat-up latch with this direct-fit part is generally straightforward for most Vanagon owners. It's designed to be a simple swap for the original, making the repair process much easier.

Glove Box Latch with Key | 133-857-131B

Name: Glove Box Latch with Key
SKU: 133-857-131B
Price: 28.95 USD
Availability: InStock

Glove Box Latch with Key

Product:	133-857-131B
Works With:	1980-1991
Manufacturer:	Quality Aftermarket
Availability:	Low Stock

$28.95

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This aftermarket glove box latch (with keys) is a great direct-fit replacement for your old, beat up, worn out latch. And now you can finally lock your glove box again!

Fits: 1980-91 Vanagons. Includes keys.

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Perfect

Aftermarket or not, it goes in easily and works perfectly.

Third try

I've had two of these break on me - the latch is made of weak pot metal and snaps off if it catches on the release mechanism at all. I'll give this a third try before I go to a permanent bungie cord to hold my glove box closed.

Junk, damn spring shot out across the parking lot when I opened it.

It took a long time get

Instructions?

Good parts, should work out fine. But I’m still kind of puzzling out how to install. It would be nice to get some basic instructions with all the little plastic bits that gowesty stocks. With an old car like this, it seems like every little doohicky eventually needs to be replaced, and each time I get one I’m figuring out a new Rubik’s cube.