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Philip is at it again. This time with our good friend, Ben Guild’s (aka: SMaSH) Volkswagen MKIV R32. We’ve witnessed this R32 go from stock to what now is an HPA Twin Turbo 565hp BEAST!
Combine this with the awesome video work of Philip Thangsombat and you have one bad ass piece on Vimeo!
Check how the Alcon’s shine through the black O.Z Superleggeras!!! Ben also tracks his R32, so this is not all show!
Friend Derek Punsalan has jumped full on into the dub addiction with his newly acquired, Volkswagen MKV .:R32. Since its purchase, he’s thrown on a set of KW Coils, Axis 5 spokes and a bit more.
Only one word to describe. wicked. Watch the vid!
..and if your out in the Seattle area, hit up the Pacific Northwest MkIV & MkV R32 meet.
Since its purchase date via CarsDirect, the Volkswagen MkV R32 has earned itself the nickname “uber cow” due the black & white motif and its curb weight (shout out to Accutint and Speedware Motorsports for the help). After a few modifications, the car feels like a completely different set of wheels.
In preparation for a Volkswagen enthusiasts gathering, Phil snagged some footage of the car and edited the clips into a short teaser video above. FYI, the song playing in the background is “This Language” by Stateless.
- The Uber Cow, Volkswagen MkV R32 Teaser
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Some are not agreeing with the Intellichoice award but hot on it’s heels is MotorWeek’s award. Hmm, the R32 must be doing something right..
Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today that its motorsports-inspired R32 has won the 2008 MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice Award for Best Performance Car. MotorWeek looks at vehicles from a buyer’s point-of-view, and uses trends and innovations to help award their Drivers’ Choice Awards. MotorWeek’s aim is to produce a list of winners that can be used by potential customers as a practical buyers guide.
Born from the original pocket rocket, the R32’s power comes from a 3.2 L narrow angle V6. Offering 250 horsepower and 236 ft.lbs. of torque, the R32 is all muscle. Known for being the ultimate in Volkswagen sports performance, the R32’s 4MOTION all-wheel-drive system ensures dynamic handling, and refined road manners. Volkswagen’s highly acclaimed DSG® transmission, which allows seamless gear changes, helps rocket the R32 from 0 to 60 in 6.5 seconds.
- Volkswagen
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Nice find by the crew over at volksbloggin! Funny to see zdnet get into the auto reviews..
The poor cabin electronics in the 2008 Volkswagen R32 keep it from being a great tech car, but its drivetrain tech makes up somewhat for that lost ground. However, there are many good sport sedans that come in around the same price. Viw review.zdnet.com”
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