Sam, can you post a photo of the serial number and maybe some photos of the grill. I don't think "VW" is legit for a Weber Gas Grill serial number first two letters.
How to determine the age of Weber grills and smokers using the date code stamped or printed on the grill. Also, the C Club: Proud owners of first-year WSMs.
Yah, it took me a second to catch that one. But, I am still really interested in that Serial number if it is actually the grill serial number. I hope the OP comes back with more info.