Fillmore: The eco-hippie from Radiator Springs in Cars
691 mots | Temps de lecture : 3 minute(s)
Summary
- Introduction: Fillmore, Radiator Springs' hippie
- Who is Fillmore?
- Fillmore's organic fuel
- Fillmore and Sarge, the unlikely duo
- Fillmore's personality
- Anecdotes
- Summary table
- FAQ
Introduction: Fillmore, Radiator Springs' hippie
In the world of Cars, Fillmore is Radiator Springs' hippie VW van, a devotee of counter-culture, organic living, and peace. His friendly antagonism with his neighbor Sarge is one of the comedic elements of the saga.
📘 To discover his archenemy, also read Sarge: the military veteran.
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Peace, love, and organic fuel
Cars Radiator Springs Van - Fillmore
Fillmore and his psychedelic livery in miniature — the most zen van in Radiator Springs, an urgent adoption.
Who is Fillmore?
Fillmore is a 1960 Volkswagen Type 2 (van), aquamarine in color and adorned with psychedelic patterns. He lives by the values of the 1960s counter-culture and produces his own organic fuel.
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Fillmore's organic fuel
Fillmore makes and sells 100% organic fuel, convinced of the virtues of ecology long before its time. His shop, Fillmore's Taste-In, offers his homemade blends to the residents of Radiator Springs.
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Fillmore and Sarge, the unlikely duo
Fillmore's immediate neighbor, Sarge, is his complete opposite: pacifism versus military discipline, ecology versus rigor. Their constant bickering hides a sincere friendship — proof that differences don't prevent attachment.
Fillmore's personality
- pacifist, relaxed, counter-culture follower
- convinced environmentalist, organic advocate
- slightly conspiratorial and wacky, but benevolent
- loyal to his ideals and friends
Anecdotes
- Fillmore is voiced in the original version by George Carlin (then by Lloyd Sherr after Carlin's death in 2008)
- his license plate, 51237, corresponds to George Carlin's birth date (May 12, 1937)
- Carlin based his voice on his character "Al Sleet, the Hippie Dippy Weatherman"
- he forms one of the comedic duos of the saga with Sarge
Summary table
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Car type | Volkswagen Type 2 / Van (1960) |
| Color | Aquamarine, psychedelic patterns |
| Business | Fillmore's Taste-In (organic fuel) |
| Neighbor / rival | Sarge |
| VO voice | George Carlin, then Lloyd Sherr |
| Appearances | Cars 1, 2, 3 |
Also read: the real car that inspired Fillmore — and all the other Cars characters.
FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Fillmore in Cars?
Fillmore is a 1960 Volkswagen Type 2 van, a hippie and environmentalist from Radiator Springs, who produces his own organic fuel.
What vehicle is Fillmore?
He is a 1960 Volkswagen Type 2 (Microbus/van) with psychedelic colors.
Who voices Fillmore in the original version?
Originally George Carlin, replaced by Lloyd Sherr after Carlin's death in 2008.
Why do Fillmore and Sarge argue?
Fillmore the pacifist and Sarge the military man have opposing views; their squabbles hide a sincere friendship.
Organic fuel to go
Cars Water Bottle - Fillmore
Hydrate yourself in Fillmore's style: a water bottle in the colors of the resident hippie, organic down to the cap.