I like those! Fun cars.
I have a few VW's. The best being a fastback fuel injected 1600 that I really liked. Again, not the coolest car but reliable. Something like your cross country road trip would have been within its capabilities.
Also, how good are road trips! Love them.
Road trips are one of the best ways to soothe the soul! My current vehicle is perhaps slightly more comfortable than that old Rabbit which really means I can stuff one of the kids into it for some company. Yes, it is definitely time for another trip.