Volkswagen Concept: 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 Pietro, Serafino, and Carlo Riva, produces a product lusted after by the rich and famous. From the 60s on, anyone who’s anyone owned these sleek, fast wooden watercraft. Sean Connery, Prince Rainier of Monaco, Frank Sinatra, the list goes on.
The exquisite shape is mimicked by this Riva. Based on a Volkswagen Brazilia, this concept embraced a life close to the sea. No longer trapped in the city, Riva frequents the local hot spots of Bora. The additional room is quite unexpected but appreciated. While the white sand gets into practically everywhere, Riva is built to party.
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.
Solid dark red is painted on the front of this early and rare VW. A removable, folding canvas “bop-top” provides minimal solar protection when needed.
Power comes from a 1776, dual Weber ICT-fed, motor offer brisk performance while maintaining economy. Safety first with the rebuilt suspension, steering, and brakes.
Big 17 inch BRM Classic rims and Dunlop tires provide enough contrast for the woodwork.
Volkswagen Concept: Hebmeuller Superbe
Here’s another Interpretation. This time in electric blue with an open top and with Porsche Fuch wheels.
