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Volkswagen's 'Transparent Factory'Page 2
ABOVE: One of two floors in the production area, where about 30 Phaetons are built each day. Visiting the factoryThere are two ways to visit the factory: 1. Buy a Phaeton. When you order a Phaeton from a Volkswagen dealer, the dealer can help you schedule a visit to the Studio in the Transparent Factory, where a customer manager will introduce you to fabrics, leather, wood veneers, paint colors, etc. that you can see, feel, and smell in person instead of relying on a swatchbook or catalog. Later, you can come back to watch your Phaeton being custom-built (final assembly takes two days) and to pick up your completed car. Alternatively, you can: 2. Book a public tour. The Transparent Factory is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily (except when special functions are on the calendar), but the best time to visit is during production hours, when you can put on a white lab coat and be taken through the assembly area. To inquire about public tours and admission fees, use the e-form under "Visits" on the factory's bilingual Web site or e-mail: infoservice@glaesernemanufaktur.de. Tip:
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