Owner’s name: Shane Hobson

Club Member since: 2002

VW’s name: SPL17Y

VW type: 1964 Australian High Roof Utility – Single Cab

Engine: 1776cc, Kadrons, 009 with electronic module, mild cam, L-Bug gearbox with CBB straight axle conversion, hydraulic CBB clutch

Built by: Mike Kristen – Custom Bugs & Buses

Other mods: 1974 Bay window front beam, adjustable spring plates rear, four wheel disc brakes with late model brake booster.

Wheels: 195/50/15 fronts, 202/50/15 rear on standard wheels

Exterior: Polar White and Orange Blossom, Jarah timber tail gates, ladder racks, deseamed and smoothed the body, stepped bumper, custom luggage compartment and engine lid, Kawasaki fuel filler, peep side mirrors.

Interior: Hiace seat brackets, custom trim, Empi trigger shift with pool ball “No 1” for single cab, Clarion deck, Kenwood 7 x 10s, 10” subwoofer with 2 Sony amps, Autometer hotrod style gauges.

Background: Acquired in 2001.

Prior History: Previously a builder’s ute.

Best memory: First time I drove it.

Horror story: Having an accident after rebuilding it and having to do it again!

Racing: None

Shows: Often displayed and has won several trophies.

Future plans: Keeping it running and in reasonable condition.

Dream Car: Barndoor Panelvan

Projects: 1967 Panelvan, 1961 Beetle Hotrod

Other VWs owned: 1967 Beetle, 1967 Panelvan Bus