Shifter loose, slips down and won't go higher than 3rd.

1986 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIOLET
300,000 MILES • FWD • MANUAL
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RAVENCRAIG
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I recently purchased an 86 cabriolet, and it drove fine the first... Day I had it, and then the shifter fell out of place and it took me a long time to ignite out what was wrong.
The shifter seems to have fallen down under the car from what it looks and feels like and a white plastic ring that hold it in place is broken in half. I can lift the shifter up and hold it in place and shift while I drive but it's very difficult and won't ever go into 4th gear.
It's very frustrating. Do I just need to get it put back into place or is there a bigger problem?
Thank you for your time and expertise!
Jun 25, 2014 at 10:30 PM
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RACEFAN966
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Once the broken part is replaced it will be fine. This plastic piece breaks over time not uncommon. Should be able to find a new part at the volkswagon dealer
Jun 26, 2014 at 8:39 AM
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RACEFAN966
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Thanks
Jun 27, 2014 at 7:00 AM