New parts truck - 1981 VW Caddy (Rabbit Pickup)

[5spoke]

Just noticed the Porsche in the background. That's a good looking truck, although I think the wheels are on backwards.

No they are not. All 4 wheels are identical. The "turbo twist" or what ever they call them now all are identical and twist the same way, so depending what side of the car you look at they twist towards the front, and the other side towards the back.

[FreedS4]

Just noticed the Porsche in the background. That's a good looking truck, although I think the wheels are on backwards.

[FreedS4]

Just picked up a welder, grinder, sander, and all the necessary material to start fixing this thing. I'm contemplating going with rear discs while I'm taking everything apart. Thoughts?

[FreedS4]

Sweet pickup, If i was in the market for a pickup this would be what I buy.

You know, I never knew VW sold a pickup. But I'm glad I found this one on the side of the road. It's got a shit ton of rust, but with some time and some welding, I can get her looking new again. I was able to pick up two doors, two fenders, and both a-pillars, all rust-free, today for $180. That takes care of 75% of the rust on this truck. I'm really looking forward to getting her back on the road.

[trackjunkie21]

Sweet pickup, If i was in the market for a pickup this would be what I buy.

[FreedS4]

FreedS4: can't find pics on the HD, I'll look through my "real picture" pile. Here's one of my '83 GTI though.

I'd definitely like to see more pictures of your GTI, it looks real nice.

this could be a fun project !

I've seen some crazy stuff done to this pickups

I'm really looking forward to getting this project started. It's my first project that involves some heavy bodywork/welding. I plan on keeping some sort of restore log, so everyone can see the progress. I'm still trying to figure out how much I'm willing to spend on this project though. I have to admit, I'm really starting to like this little Caddy.

they were pretty sweet. but the whole thing screams hipster. it was just missing an apple decal.

You should've seen the guy I bought it from, he was anything but hipster.

[gazellebeigem3]

I can't believe you took those bumpers stickers off the back window of that canopy. Those were the best part of the whole vehicle.

they were pretty sweet. but the whole thing screams hipster. it was just missing an apple decal.

[vlad]

this could be a fun project !

I've seen some crazy stuff done to this pickups

[Ryann]

FreedS4: can't find pics on the HD, I'll look through my "real picture" pile. Here's one of my '83 GTI though.

[FreedS4]

Started tearing her apart to get her ready for a mild restore. I've sourced some rust-free fenders, doors, and a-pillars. Should be a fun project to hold me over till I decide what to do to my e30 next.

[FreedS4]

http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/show...ght=rabbit+gti

didnt mean to be a dick about it i just really like mk1 gti's lol

No hard feelings, I really like his build and it's motivation for my restore.

[fryerfighter94]

http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/showthread.php?t=160656&highlight=rabbit+gti

didnt mean to be a dick about it i just really like mk1 gti's lol

[FreedS4]

I like the mud-flaps!

The guy I got it from "custom-built" them. Debating whether or not to keep them when I get it painted.

take that shell cap off

It's coming off this weekend!

I can't believe you took those bumpers stickers off the back window of that canopy. Those were the best part of the whole vehicle.

I don't know about them being the best part about the whole vehicle, but they were definitely nice. Can't say I've seen too many NASCAR/Dale Jr. bumper stickers on German vehicles before!

not as cool as delatlanta's vw

I need pictures of his VW...

[fryerfighter94]

not as cool as delatlanta's vw

[Jand3rson]

I can't believe you took those bumpers stickers off the back window of that canopy. Those were the best part of the whole vehicle.