I remember when the Mk 4 was introduced, there was an issue with the space for the rear license plate. The standard size state license plate would not fit between the license plate light and the trunk handle. Several different solutions were suggested. Some people notched the plate, which most states frown upon. Some people notched the license plate light, which makes me uncomfortable about water and wiring issues. Some did a little of both. Others suggested using a Mk III trunk lid, which I never really objected to the "stinger" anyway. One even suggested using a remote, or electronic, trunk release.

Has this issue been resolved by Factory Five, or is there now an accepted way to deal with it among the builders?