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2011 Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 35

Dave — Mon, 30 May 2011 01:09:58 +0000

(from Volkswagen Press Release) 35 years of the Golf GTI: Volkswagen celebrates with anniversary model

• Even more driving fun: Power increased to 235 PS
• Advance sales begin: Special model starts at 30,425 euros

Wolfsburg, 10 May 2011 – The 35th anniversary of the Golf GTI was an impetus for Volkswagen to create a very special type of anniversary model. In Germany, from May 12th orders are taken for the anniversary model offered under the “Edition 35” label.

Since the debut of the first Golf GTI in 1976, this sporty Volkswagen has enjoyed an uninterrupted history of success spanning 35 years. The GTI has long become a car with cult appeal as well as an independent brand. Milestone GTI anniversaries have always been celebrated with exclusive special models. Volkswagen now continues in this tradition with the Golf GTI Edition 35: its coherent design approach combines classic GTI elements with features specially created for the Edition 35. Not only does the front bumper glisten in a new design; the car’s exterior and interior showcase the special model’s exclusivity as well. The “35″ signature appears on the wing panels, door sill plates, head restraints and centre seat panel. The highly equipped concept, with its love for details, is also crowned by a high-end metal key ring in action styling. Along with customised features, the special model also promises more driving fun with power increased from 210 to 235 PS compared to the production model.

The Golf GTI Edition 35 celebrates its world debut at the legendary GTI Meet at Wörthersee to be held from June 1st to 4th. Volkswagen will also be showing other well-known GTI anniversary models at this event, such as the Edition 20 and Edition 30. The anniversary model is available at a base price of 30,425 euros; it is a car that will appeal to both established GTI customers and interested prospective buyers. Its market launch in Germany begins in mid-June.

Video: Ken Block’s Trax Sti

Dave — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 02:06:33 +0000

Ken Block and DCshoes.com have brought us yet another amazing fun machine packed full of Subaru goodness. A lifted Subaru Impreza WRX Sti sitting on top of 3 foot of tank tread is how Ken Block hits the slopes of Guardsman Pass, Utah. Ripping through snow drifts and blasting down snow covered roads this Trax Sti brings a whole new name to the world of Subaru. Surprisingly, the vehicle is very nimble even though it sits up so high! Instead of getting cold and wet on a normal snowmobile, the Subaru Trax Sti keeps you surrounded in creature comforts of an automobile while blasting down paths intended for snowmobiles and skiing enthusiasts.

These tank like tracks can actually be purchased through a manufacturer called “Mattracks”. No pricing information is listed, but these treads are heavy duty and can support vehicles up to 8,000 lbs! Say good bye to the days of being locked out or in your cabin due to heavy snow. With Ken Block’s Trax Sti fitted with Mattracks, there is no stoping you! Suitable for other terrains beside snow, these are suitable for all the avid offroad fans out there who love to get their Subaru dirty.

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Source: Tampa Sports Car Examiner

The Martensson Impreza STi Concept

Madison — Fri, 29 May 2009 05:03:13 +0000

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Video game designer Lars Martensson has put his digital skills to better use by amusing the automotive community and, more importantly, me. Martensson (or “GRID,” as he enjoys being called) has joined the Subie resistance in fighting against the current styling of the Impreza. Martensson’s vision for the next Impreza employs an aggressive and angular surface, a wider fascia, and narrowed headlamps. He’s received a lot of applause for his vision. See it and judge for yourself the merits Martensson’s digital hatch.