Tuesday, October 10, 2006

MyGhia

Volkswagen Concept: SquareCab


Take a dilapidated Volkswagen Type III Squareback and completely remove the top. Use a Volkswagen Type II SingleCab roof and graft it onto the Squareback. This removable roof gives the Type III with a completely unique profile.

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Friday, September 29, 2006

Volkswagen Concept: The Type IIIs, Part 1

Volkswagen Concept: The Type IIIs, Part 1

Here are some VW Concepts that combine air-cooled Volkswagen Type IIIs (Notchback, Squareback and Fastback models) and my interpretation of "phantom" models that VW never produced but could have.


NOTCHBACK

FourNotch
With the relatively successful Type3, Volkswagen could have thought of offering a four door Notchback model to appeal to a wider audience. What if they actually produced it is the basis for this next Volkswagen Concept. This dark Forest Green beauty is updated physically and spiritually. The number four also tell about the 2.7 liter Type 4 engine with a modified Type3 shroud that fires this fordor like a dart past the century mark in a scant 6 seconds.

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Speed3

Dark Blue coats the massaged, shaved late model Type 3 Notchback. Speed3 is given the speedster treatment. Which means a lightweight, stripped-down, bare-bones track rat. First, the bumpers are removed. The body panels then are painstakingly straightened before the deep blue paint is sprayed on. The Topchop is the single strongest visual statement. The roof, door tops and quarter windows are unceremoniously removed. Up to 3 inches are removed from the windshield posts and angled inward 7 degrees. The top part of the windshield now sports a custom aluminum header. Custom safety windshield, side plexiglass, and rubbers are fitted.

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SQUAREBACK

Bora2 (Boracay Squareback)
Another beach cruiser, this Volkswagen Concept is based on a clapped out Type 3 Volkswagen Squareback. Instead of restoring the ugly front fenders, they are simply removed. The rusty rear fenders were also unceremoniously cut off altogether revealing the underlying sub structure. The entire roof was likewise cut off to be saved for a different surfwagen concept. The basis for Bora2 was then repaired and reinforced with a steel substructure that incorporate swing-upward doors, Lambo-style.

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Vermouth

Another beach cruiser, this Volkswagen Concept is based on a Type 3 Volkswagen Squareback. Vermouth is Germanic for "worm wood" which provides an interesting theme for this VW. After straightening out the body, pearl white paint with hot pink metallic flakes added for effect was expertly applied. The side panels were fitted and framed with dark redwood providing terrific contrast to the white body. The interior is covered in Cappucchino and Coffee leatherette and brown German weave carpeting.

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FASTBACK


3urO
Fast and furious, 3urO is designed for battle against BMW M3s and Audi S4s. Sleek and silver, 3urO takes the German or Euro-tuner look along the Type3 path. Champaign-edition 79 Volkswagen Convertible silver coats the massaged, shaved Type 3 body. A blueprinted Eurorace 3.0 liter, fuel-injected, Type4 engine, mated to a rare Gene Berg, close-ratio 5-speed gearbox provide the heat. Gigantic 19 inch Audi A8 W12 alloy rims wrapped with enormous Michelin radials are expertly fitted and helps blasts this fastback like a silver bullet past triple-digit speeds, A discrete rear spoiler adds the necessary downforce this demon needs without sacrificing style.


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Sunday, September 24, 2006

Volkswagen Concept: The Super Beetles, Part 1

Volkswagen Concept: The Super Beetles, Part 1

Here are some VW Concepts that combine air-cooled Volkswagen Super Beetles (1302 and 1303 models) and my interpretation of "phantom" models that VW never produced but could have.




FatBoy

This particular FatBoy is based on one of the last Euro-spec 74 1303 Volkswagen Convertibles. Tattered and torn, the top remained just a shell with frozen rails and missing or broken pieces. He ran on 3 cylinders and 2 gears. Thoroughly disassembled from top to bottom, the body shell was reinforced with racing strut braces. A parade of Porsche parts come next.

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SuperSally

What about a 1979 Volkswagen 4-door 1303S? What if a couple of VW engineers decided to build the Ultimate Super Beetle. Based on the Rommetsch Taxi of the early 50s, this 80s interpretation is bigger, faster, and safer. Taking a box-stock Euro-spec 1303S, they custom engineered the four doors exclusively using original parts. They intentionally updated the engine to add more muscle for the extra weight. Unfortunately, the time was nearly over for factory air-cooled cars, so the idea was never considered.


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The Black Wolf

This particular Black Wolf has been resurrected from decades old sleep. Stripped of his rusty fenders, and built on an otherwise solid body, the top is chopped by 5 inches. Chopping the roof of a VW Beetle is no picnic, but chopping a 1303 is a whole new ballgame. As soon as the body massaging is done, the whole thing was sprayed an experimental suede like, black urethane blend suited for the stealth fighter.

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Hebmeuller Superbé

Throw away the book. Guaranteed to turn heads is this Heb-style Super Beetle. A look at what could have been if Hebmeuller Coachcraft survived the war and continued to produce it's 2-seat Convertible into the Super Beetle era. Most assuredly, Hebmeuller would be at the forefront of VW advancements. As the VW Convertible evolved into the 1303 model, Hebmeuller also followed suit.

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Monday, September 18, 2006

VW Beach-Cruizers, Part 1


VW Beach-Cruizers, Part 1

Here are some VW Concepts that combine air-cooled Vintage Volkswagens and the 60s beach culture. The ultimate VW beach ride is the VW bus but there are many VWs that capture the surfers imagination.




TYPE1

Karmagong Ghia SurfWagen
What if Volkswagen produced a limited number of these sport wagens. Capitalizing on it's popularity in the 60s California beach scene, and transforming a sleek sports car into a surf wagen, Volkswagen could've offered an alternative to the ultimate beach ride, the VW Bus. Or you could do it yourself. Weld-in a rust-free Volkswagen Type3 Squareback top, side windows and rear hatch to fit a solid 60s Volkswagen Karmann Ghia.

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TYPE3 SQUAREBACK

Bora2 (Boracay Squareback)
Another beach cruiser, this Volkswagen Concept is based on a clapped out Type 3 Volkswagen Squareback. Instead of restoring the ugly front fenders, they are simply removed. The rusty rear fenders were also unceremoniously cut off altogether revealing the underlying sub structure. The entire roof was likewise cut off to be saved for a different SurfWagen concept. The basis for Bora2 was then repaired and reinforced with a steel substructure that incorporate swing-upward doors, Lambo-style .

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Vermouth

Another beach cruiser, this Volkswagen Concept is based on a Type 3 Volkswagen Squareback. Vermouth is Germanic for "worm wood" which provides an interesting theme for this VW.

After straightening out the body, pearl white paint with hot pink metallic flakes added for effect was expertly applied. The side panels were fitted and framed with dark redwood providing terrific contrast to the white body.

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BRASILIA

Brazilian Woodie
The pointed nose suggest a more nautical theme perfect for this interpretation. The Brazilian Woodie is the ideal alternative Boracay Surf Company car. Instead of an early T2 Split Panel, or a T3 Square, the Brasilia can be a very enjoyable VW to wood up. Taking a few styling tricks from the SoCal surf scene, this VW Brasilia is measured and fit from the doors to the rear hatch with a dark red Brazilian hardwood veneer. Once fitted, custom framing is masterfully done by a cabinet maker ensuring a smooth finish. A generous urethane stain protects the wood from typhoons and monsoons. A bright "Sunset Red" House of Color "Brilliance Series" urethane topcoat is sprayed on the hood and fenders, while a pearl white top and windshield posts adds a little class.

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The Riva.
Those in the know, treasure a small exclusive Italian sports boat company with the Riva name. As in the case of Porsche, the family of Carlo Riva, produces a product lusted after by the rich and famous. The exquisite shape is mimicked by this Riva. Based on a Volkswagen Brasilia, this concept frequents the local hot spots of Bora. After chopping of roof and sides of the abandoned donor car, pinoy craftsmen thoroughly and painstakingly measured and fit Philippine wood to frame and, veneer to dress the sides and rear of Riva. The rear hatch gives the rear the shape critical to the Riva mystique.

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Monday, September 11, 2006

Volkswagen Concept: Vermouth

Volkswagen Concept: Vermouth

Another beach cruiser, this Volkswagen Concept is based on a Type 3 Volkswagen Squareback. Vermouth is Germanic for "worm wood" which provides an interesting theme for this VW.




After straightening out the body, pearl white paint with hot pink metallic flakes added for effect was expertly applied. The side panels were fitted and framed with dark redwood providing terrific contrast to the white body.

Power comes from an 1835, dual Weber 40-fed, motor that offer outstanding performance. Dual quiet packs mellow down the sounds to environmentally correct levels. Michelin radials and 17 inch Flat Four rims are fitted expertly. Porsche trailing arms and brake upgrades allow massive brake upgrades. A custom tuned T3 beam with Koni adjustable shocks, front trailing arms and dropped spindles firm up the front end.

The interior is covered in Cappucchino and Coffee leatherette and brown German weave carpeting.

Friday, September 08, 2006

Volkswagen Concepts: Super Sally


I've been working on some Volkswagen Concepts of "phantoms" or vehicles that VW never produced but could have.


What about a 1979 Volkswagen 4-door 1303S? What if a couple of VW engineers decided to build the Ultimate Super Beetle. Based on the Rommetsch Taxi of the early 50s, this 80s interpretation is bigger, faster, and safer. Taking a box-stock Euro-spec 1303S, they custom engineered the four doors exclusively using original parts. They intentionally updated the engine to add more muscle for the extra weight. Unfortunately, the time was nearly over for factory air-cooled cars, so the idea was never considered.
The story might not be true but you can start on your own SuperSally with a sad and neglected Volkswagen 1303. While still plentiful, the recent interest in them have been driving up prices on solid examples. The four-door conversion itself takes careful planning but only require another set of doors and a skilled bodyman.
Pearl white SuperSally is roomy and comfortable. 17' front and 19" BRM rear and Michelin radials provide extreme grip and traction with a little sacrifice in ride comfort. But the rebuilt McPherson front end with Koni shocks and Porsche disc brakes handles the bumps and jumps brilliantly. Reworked rear torsion leaves, Porsche 944 control arms, Porsche disc brakes and Koni shocks lower the rear end.
The recovered Recaros replace the original VW seats. Matching cappuccino custom door panels follow the original VW style. Everything else, even the steering wheel , gauges and switches are original VW.
A 1915cc Type 1 motor, discrete dual quiet packs with CB-Performance fuel injection provide SuperSally sass. Ride Sally ride, ride Sally ride. . .
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