Another Herbie interpretation. this one a little more subtle.
The Hoodride mission statement: May 22, 2005
“HoodRide was created not off of a traditional business model, but off an idea for a better car community. I can’t speak for everyone, but I feel a lack of respect for one another when it comes to anything car related. No longer will I put up with ego’s, the “better than you” attitude, the disrespect, the put downs, the car show judges, the arrogant magazines, etc. Cars were first meant to be functional and second to be stylish. Who decided cars were first meant to be status and second to be fun and exciting? HoodRides are first and always unique, loved, driven, and fun. If you feel the same, you’re in the right place. You are NOT your car, you’re just the dumbass who’s in love with it!”
So, if you had a chance to own a piece of early volkswagen would you slam it to the ground like a true hoodrider?
What if this particular Volkswagen model is a 1963 Herbie?
I’d say go for it with gusto! This hooded Herbie is sure to piss off not only the Volkswagen purists but the Herbie purists as well! As sticklers for authenticity, the Herbie owners always snub Herbie replicas that are not spot on or authentic enough. The number should be 3/8th of an inch wider, not the correct shade of L87 Pearl White, or not the correct year of bumper bolts. Hoodriding this Herbie is sure to raise some eyebrows and a lot of snubbed noses.
But a Hooded Herbie embodies the true spirit of a Hoodie. It is unique, loved, driven and fun!
DopeBeatDerrick (Hoodride.com) says: “Inspiration is all around us. The birth of Hood Ride actually stemmed from a conversation held outside of the Cheba Hut in Tempe, AZ. A random guy came up to me and asked what kind of car I was driving. I told him it was a stock 1964 Karmann Ghia that’s been slammed to the earth. After looking the car over and looking back at his friend, he turned to me and said “Shit man… Now that’s a real Hood Ride.”
Shit man. . . Now that’s a real Herb Ride!
Takin’ the politics out of Herbie
Pretty car. Bad movie.
Posted by Anna James at July 7, 2007, 3:40 pm