I should have mentioned that it was electric. Like the Herschman

>  -----Original Message-----
> From:         Smola, Tony
> Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2001 2:55 PM
> To:   'vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com'
> Subject:      retractable antenna for Vanagon
>
> I just discovered that the Carat, had a retractable antenna.  This is a
> cool item to have since you won't have to worry about breakage when not
> near the van.  And you will be able to go through the gentler car cashes
> without worrying about your antenna ripping off.  I just ordered one $35
> for the antenna and $7 for the bracket ( new VW)
>
> Malibu Tony  85' Westy   8 degrees BTDC