I don’t know if this is the answer to the Focus RS, nor the Subaru STI and Mitsubishi Evo or even if Volkswagen is going to directly target that segment. If they are, this will need to better the Volkswagen R32 a lot! Seeing there are many who still abide by the HP wars, 260hp will not cut it. It cannot be a “pig” as they are known to be called tin the dub scene. Then you will have the DSG haters. Price point will be another factor and if it comes to our shores.
This is Volkswagen’s answer to Ford Focus RS: the Golf R20. While its competitors have waged a power war, the Golf GTI has been left behind with just 207bhp.
This car, fitted with a modified version of the last Golf GTI’s EA113 2.0-litre with direct injection, will have over 260bhp and replaces the six-cylinder R32.
YouTube was down the other day when we went to upload this in support of the Trackdaze event. Well here it is to get you stoked about the event or just drool over an R32!
Published April 27, 2009 in Events and R32. Closed
Now where is that white Volkswagen MKV R32 we’ve been meaning to buy… full details after the jump
This event is ONLY open to Volkswagen 2004 & 2008 R32 Owners. If you register for this event you MUST bring your VW R32 to drive on the track.
Volkswagen of America, Inc., in collaboration with both VW Vortex and Track Daze High-Performance Driving, announces the premier of an all inclusive east coast track event for Volkswagen R32 aficionados Friday, June 19, 2009.
Inspiration for this event generated from the popular SoCal GTG, FASTIVUS. An established hit in Southern California, R32 enthusiasts have migrated annually to the west coast to show their support for the iconic product. This year, New Jersey Motorsports Park has been selected to host east coast R32 owners, giving them the opportunity to show their Volkswagen pride a bit closer to home. Event highlights include an exclusive preview of celebrated Volkswagen products, including the new Golf and GTI MkVI.
Published March 23, 2008 in R32 and Volkswagen. Closed
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!
Published February 13, 2008 in R32 and Volkswagen. Closed
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.
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.
