{"product_id":"empi-x-chip-foose-vw-beetle-decklid-1968-later-type-1","title":"EMPI x Chip Foose Custom Fiberglass Decklid — VW Beetle Type 1 1968 \u0026 Later (17-8998-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI x Chip Foose Custom Fiberglass Decklid — VW Beetle Type 1 (17-8998-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom the imagination of legendary automotive customizer \u003cb\u003eChip Foose\u003c\/b\u003e, this is the latest EMPI x Foose collaboration. Give your Bug a clean, custom look with a unique decklid featuring \u003cb\u003eintegrated hinge mounts\u003c\/b\u003e for easier installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLightweight yet durable, it is made from \u003cb\u003edouble-layered, hand-laid fiberglass\u003c\/b\u003e and polyester resin for increased structural rigidity — no cheap chopper-gun fiberglass here.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle (Type 1):\u003c\/b\u003e 1968–1977\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis EMPI x Foose decklid pairs show-car design with real build quality: double-layered hand-laid glass, threaded inserts molded into the hinge mounts, and a paint-ready gel-coat finish. An EMPI badge with a 'glassed-in authenticity label is included to fit after painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChip Foose design:\u003c\/b\u003e the latest EMPI x Foose collaboration for a clean, custom look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIntegrated hinge mounts:\u003c\/b\u003e double-bonded 1\/4\" inlaid hinge mount with threaded inserts for secure mounting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQuality construction:\u003c\/b\u003e double-layered, hand-laid fiberglass and polyester resin; 1\/8\" thick.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReady to paint:\u003c\/b\u003e finished in a high-gloss white gel coat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModifiable air scoops:\u003c\/b\u003e solid scoops can be modified for ventilation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTime-saving details:\u003c\/b\u003e license plate light housing and seal installed (license light not included); EMPI authenticity badge included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e double-layered hand-laid fiberglass with polyester resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThickness:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHinge mount:\u003c\/b\u003e double-bonded 1\/4\" inlaid with threaded inserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e high-gloss white gel coat (ready for paint)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 17-8998-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompatible hinges:\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI 00-8666-0 (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompatible latch:\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI 98-1034-B (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs it ready to paint?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. It comes finished in a high-gloss white gel coat, ready for painting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAre the hinges and latch included?\u003c\/b\u003e No. It is compatible with EMPI hinges 00-8666-0 and the EMPI latch 98-1034-B, both sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs the license plate light included?\u003c\/b\u003e The license plate light housing and seal are installed, but the license light itself is not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCan the air scoops be opened?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. The solid air scoops can be modified for ventilation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/body-panels\"\u003eBody Panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/empi\"\u003eEMPI\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44779271585907,"sku":"17-8998-0","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/17-8998-0_FRO-1-500x346.jpg?v=1776097439","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-x-chip-foose-vw-beetle-decklid-1968-later-type-1","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}