Strange request - Looking for 3D model of Thing

[Captain Spalding]

Hi all,

I recently got a Garmin Nuvi GPS. There's a semi-hack that allows one to replace the standard arrow or generic vehicle that locates your position on the map with a vehicle of your choosing. It requires multiple images of the vehicle, seen from two elevations and at rotations in steps of 10 degree increments. Of course I'm itching to be the only one on my block to have a Thing on the display of my GPS!

I've done a lot of surfing, but so far I can only come up with models for the Kübelwagen, but not the 181. I've seen 3d images of the Thing, so I know there's a model out there somewhere. While I have the acumen to render a 3D model, I don't have the skill to create one myself. If there are any other geeks out there who might know where I can find it, I'd be grateful. Looking for a .dxf or .obj file, ideally. Of course I'll be happy to share the resulting file for those who might want to perform the same hack.

Thanks.

(. . . and, yes, I have way too much time on my hands.)

[colorider181]

http://www.pbase.com/guif/vw_181

Heres some 3D models, you could try to contact the guy who made them.

He also made www.virtualbeetlemuseum.com

[Captain Spalding]

Thanks, I will email Mr. Hubert. In case that doesn't pan out, anybody else with a lead please feel free to say so.

[Van-go108]

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=274130
Had some great stuff in this forum.
B) civilian version:

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[chris914x181]

If you find a 3D model could I possibly get a copy.

For fun I would like to some aero stuff on it.

http://www.cassidy-online.com/porsche914/aerodynamic_aids/index.html
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