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2008 Volkswagen R32 Scirocco with 565 HP is up for auction

In 1974, VW introduced the three-door model Scirocco, which was produced in two generations until 1992. After that, the car was almost forgotten, and it returned to the market in 2008, but not to the American market. Now, Canadian company HPA Motorsports, specializing in VW and Audi cars, has introduced a special equipment kit that takes the performance of the 2008 Volkswagen R32 Scirocco to a new level.

Given the fact that Volkswagen didn’t sell the third generation in the US, the three-door Scirocco is a rare sight on American streets. However, this example is really special, as it is powered by a 3.2L FT536 twin-turbo V6 engine, from the Golf R32 Mk5, with 565 hp (416 kW) and 550 lb-ft (746 Nm) of torque. This means that the Scirocco is more powerful than the current Golf R. Power is sent to all wheels via a 6-speed DSG gearbox.

The car is equipped with 19-inch BBS wheels, KW adjustable suspension with hydraulic lifting system, Competition Haldex Controller, HPA Motorsport big and powerful brakes, as well as a Reiger body kit.

The total upgrade cost $100k dollars and the car is listed for auction. The auction ends on June 22, and the current highest bid is $55,000.

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VW Golf Delta4x4

In 1974, Volkswagen introduced the first generation of a compact small family car, the VW Golf. With FWD, the car became very popular among Volkswagen fans, and it took 11 years for the all-wheel drive version to hit the market. In 1989, VW presented the Golf Country version, intended for adventurers, and now Delta4x4, which specializes in off-road cars, wants to create a modern version based on the current Golf R.

The car is in the concept stage, but the company planned to produce a limited number of cars. If there is enough customer interest, we can expect 25 conversions that will cost 35,000 euros, that is, more than the price of the Golf R-Line, which costs 33,335 euros in Germany. The idea is to raise the Golf R by 80 mm and place it on 18-inch wheels with all-terrain tires. The aftermarket package also includes roof racks, as well as an additional five hood-mounted PIAA lights. The conversion of one car into an off-road version will take six to nine months.

VW Golf R is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four-cylinder with 315 hp (232 kW) and 310 lb-ft (420 Nm) of torque. Power is sent to all wheels via a six-speed manual or seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. It reaches 60 mph in 3.9 seconds (seven-speed dual-clutch automatic) and 4.9 seconds (six-speed manual), with a limited top speed of 155 mph (250).

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VW Golf Delta4x4

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VW Golf only with DSG gearbox

The stricter regulations of the European Union force car manufacturers to make difficult decisions. Thus, Volkswagen announced that in the future the Golf will only have a DSG gearbox, which means that it will stop offering a manual gearbox from 2024.

According to Autocar, Volkswagen intends to stop using the manual transmission in all Golf models, even the GTI. This was confirmed by the head of technical development at VW, Kai Grunitz, who cited the stricter Euro 7 emission regulations from 2025 as the reason for this move. However, the German manufacturer could change its decision if, in the meantime, the EU determines new regulations, which is hard to expect.

This will increase the price of cars with a DSG gearbox, but it could also have a big impact on the demand for the VW Golf, as many Golf GTI fans could switch to other cars. Many manufacturers oppose the proposals, arguing they are unnecessary and will make customers pay more for their cars.

Source: Autocar