Designer and Inspiration:

The Hare Splitter was designed by Larry Wood. It is based on a Volkswagen Rabbit (or Golf Mk1), heavily modified in the "pro stock" drag racing style.

Historical Context and Production Years:

The casting debuted in 1979. Model 2504 with Blackwall (BW) wheels is from that first year.

Unique Aspects:

Applying the extreme pro stock look to a small, front-wheel-drive economy car was a unique concept. The casting features a massive V8 engine where the back seats would be, and the rear hatch opens to reveal it.

Similar Castings:

It is part of the pro stock family, along with the "Greased Gremlin" and "Flat Out 442." It's one of the few compact cars to get this treatment.

Variations and Special Editions:

The first release in 1979 was typically metallic brown or green. It was released in several other colors during its production run.