The 1988 Volkswagen Vanagon is part of the third generation of VW's Transporter series. This rear-wheel drive vehicle stands out as one of the last rear-engined vans. The Vanagon was powered by a modest 2.1L water-cooled flat four-cylinder engine that produced 95 horsepower. Its unique boxy design provided impressive interior space for a vehicle of its footprint. The Vanagon came in a number of trims and body styles including the standard van, the pop-top Westfalia camper, and the rarer Syncro variant which added four-wheel drive. A 5-speed manual transmission was standard with a 3-speed automatic as an option. Technology and safety features of this era were minimal compared to modern standards but notable highlights of the Vanagon included its roomy, versatile interior and the available pop-top sleeping arrangement in the Westfalia version.