Volkswagen R-GTi Concept-merged with darth's R-GTI

[Hilton_K]

HOT HOT HOT, check out this link!!!

http://www.worldcarfans.com/news.cfm/newsID/2061101.011/page/1/country/gcf/volkswagen/volkswagen-r-gti-revealed

[Hilton_K]

nobody else like it??

[DubSteve]

nobody else like it??

UH HUH. That car is hotness to the maxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.

I hope that they bring that thing down to OZ (Well they better)

[GoLfMan]

is it going into production? cos i love it :D

[KI11Z]

SHEESH-KA-BARB! nioce! :cool:

[gpk_gti]

awesome Golf!!! thats how to make a golf look!!!
but definately you wont see that here.when was the last time you went to a dealership? they think vws are only bought by old codgers!!!! hahhaha
I went past to test drive the new GTi and when they saw my deep dished Gti they thought I was mad!!

[GoLfMan]

awesome Golf!!! thats how to make a golf look!!!
but definately you wont see that here.when was the last time you went to a dealership? they think vws are only bought by old codgers!!!! hahhaha
I went past to test drive the new GTi and when they saw my deep dished Gti they thought I was mad!!
when are u posting pics of ur ride mate :D

[gpk_gti]

just uploaded them now.:)

[GoLfMan]

just uploaded them now.:)
awesome, had a geez! love the car...
that VR6 has a MASSSSIVVVEEE front lip, clearance would've been a serious problem j:

[gpk_gti]

haha,:) would you believe I drove all the way to Melbourne from Syd with it that low!! At the show all people did was try to stick their toes under it!! it was like a snow plow! sold the car ages ago and now its in South Africa.

[GoLfMan]

haha,:) would you believe I drove all the way to Melbourne from Syd with it that low!! At the show all people did was try to stick their toes under it!! it was like a snow plow! sold the car ages ago and now its in South Africa.
what were the mods to the VR6??
its in South Africa :?

[GoLfMan]

are you comin to DOVW this year mate with ur new 'snow plough' j: ??

[gpk_gti]

DOVW? snow plough has lost its style!thank god!
neuspeed p-flo , straight through exhaust with jap style stainless steel rear box.LOUD!!! h&r coilovers ,weichers sway bars F+R , crossdrilled brakes with green stuff pads.and a total over the top 90's style body kit! had that at every track meet,thrashed the hell out of it!! 4 times oran park,1 time amaroo,2 times eastern creek, 4 times near canberra(forget the name).
The guy that bought it loved it so much that when he moved to SAfrica he shipped it there.
I miss that raw howl of the vr6.Great car!!!

[GoLfMan]

awesome :D
DOVW = day of the volkswagen :)

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Volkswagen R GTi Concept - Transforming a rich past into a promising future


Thirty years ago Volkswagen launched the GTI, the "hot hatch" that would revolutionize the concept of affordable and accessible high-performance motoring. Now comes the R GTI, a look forward into the future of compact car performance, making its debut at the 2006 SEMA Show in Las Vegas on October 31.

Over its four generations, the GTI has grown larger, its technology more sophisticated and power plants more muscular, but Volkswagen has never abandoned the formula that made the GTI badge an instant icon of affordable, exhilarating performance — a big-hearted engine beating in a compact, usefully shaped and lightweight platform.

Few cars have enjoyed such an enduring run of success, and to honour the GTI's rich past, Volkswagen has cast an eye on the GTI of tomorrow with the R GTI, a low-flying stealth machine developed by Volkswagen Chief Designer Derek Jenkins and his talented crew at the Volkswagen Design Centre California, located in Santa Monica. With its striking carbon-fibre body panels, four-passenger sports car interior, powerful turbocharged engine and competition-bred suspension, the R GTI is a stimulating fusion of style and dynamic excellence, fully modern in content and achievement yet staying true to such longstanding Volkswagen values as drivability, durability and utility.

The R GTI evolved from the stunning R Concept cars that stole the show at SEMA in 2005, and the R badge connects to the fabulous R32, one of the most sophisticated and thrilling Volkswagens ever to come from the factory. However, unlike those R concept vehicles from last year, which showcased the extremes of performance-tuned Volkswagens, the R GTI represents a more streetable concept. Although the R GTI is a one-off and Volkswagen currently has no plan to put it into production, the dedicated enthusiast could gather many of the R GTI's elements for a personal project, sourced from Volkswagen or from the thriving automotive aftermarket that has helped keep the GTI's red badge blazing in the hearts of the world's driving enthusiasts.

Jenkins approached the R GTI with the Motorsport-inspired goal of "speed through lightness." That is, reducing the car's weight is as critical to improved performance as amplifying the engine's output. In collaboration with the firm OSIR Design, hand-laid carbon fiber component experts, Jenkins replaced the stock GTI's front fenders, hood, side rockers, and hatch door with carbon-fibre panels developed by both OSIR and Jenkins' in-house team. In addition to providing a weight advantage, the carbon fibre’s black weave creates a dazzling visual complement to the lustrous black paint scheme, which itself was adorned with hexagonal "stealth" graphics that echo the grille of the original GTI.

Additional carbon-fibre components are the lower front spoiler, front grille surround, rear rooftop spoiler and Jenkins-restyled rear-view mirror housings, all in carbon fibre. Other distinctive exterior design touches include blacked-out front headlamp housings, R32 tail lamps with smoked lenses, R32-type central twin exhaust pipes with motorcycle-theme tips, a la Jenkins' GX3 three-wheeler concept from 2005.

Reference to the GTI's trademark hexagonal grille pattern is also seen in the R GTI's specially constructed 19x9-inch aluminium alloy wheels, with lightness as a crucial contributor to reduced unsprung weight, and improved ride quality and cornering. Tucked within fenders designed for additional clearance, the beefier running gear includes Michelin Pilot Sport Cup ultra-high-performance radials, sized 265/30-19. In track tests, the larger tire footprint proved to be a valuable ally in transferring the engine's prodigious 340 ft-lb of torque to the ground. Despite being rolled straight out of the design studio on to the track, the R GTI pulled off an impressive zero to 60-mph time of 4.8 seconds.

The chief contributor to the R GTI's impressive performance is the turbocharged engine developed in conjunction with APR, one of the country's leading aftermarket Volkswagen tuners. APR develops and sells high performance, and high performance only, leaving others to peddle air fresheners and floor mats. APR's engineers and product developers are passionate about Volkswagen technology, and it shows in the quality and results of their contribution to the powertrain.

It all starts with Volkswagen's 2.0-liter FSI turbocharged four-cylinder powerplant, an award-winner for its unique combination of direct injection and turbocharging. APR also replaced the turbocharger with a larger Garrett ball-bearing unit with twice the flow capacity and pumped up the boost to 21 pounds per square inch. All of the pressure-side plumbing was strengthened with silicon hose. A large-diameter cast-aluminium, black powder-coated intake pipe feeds the big turbo the cool air it needs from the larger, front-mounted intercooler, delivering twice the stock air flow. An Inconel exhaust manifold and an APR stainless steel exhaust system ensure efficient flow-through. It's a tidy, factory-like transformation, and the result is a whopping 375 horsepower, on 93 octane pump gas. If 100-octane race fuel is used, output rises to some 400 horsepower.

Harnessing that kind of power is as important as unleashing it, of course, and Jenkins was determined to retain the stock GTI's driver-friendly demeanour. The clutch was upgraded to handle the increased torque, and a Quaife limited slip differential was installed to make the engine's power flow more efficiently through the tires. For the suspension Jenkins called on long-time experts H&R Tuning to supply a system that would be reasonably comfortable when the R GTI was used as daily transportation but would also deliver crisp, precise handling when the road gets twisty or for weekend track days. Replacing the stock suspension is H&R's RSS Club Sport system of coil-over shocks and springs, augmented by a pair of adjustable sway bars. Ride height is reduced from 1.5 to 2.5 inches, but despite the ground-hugging stance and the Club Sport's stiffer-than-stock settings, the suspension is compliant enough to comfortably dampen the rough spots in the road.

To bring deceleration into line with the improved acceleration, Jenkins selected Brembo brake components. Fitted at the front corners are Brembo's four-piston aluminium alloy callipers, which squeeze Brembo two-piece floating cross-drilled discs with billet aluminium hats. The radial-mount design features a lightweight two-piece aluminium alloy body, quick-release pad system and sequentially sized pistons. The front callipers have even been painted with the colours of the German flag. Inside the rear wheels are disc brakes fitted with drilled rotors.

The exciting visual impact of the R GTI exterior is reflected in the interior, which is swathed in black leather complemented by red stitching. This theme runs throughout the cockpit, from the upholstery that covers the front Recaro Pole Position sports seats and rear custom-designed racing buckets, to the door panels and steering wheel, which also sports an R GTI logo. The effect is a blend of understated luxury and purposeful technology, underscored by the use of OSIR black carbon-fiber interior trim on the dash panel and in the doors.
Just aft of the front bucket seats is a clever safety belt system that was developed in the design studio. A remarkable example of the innovations that spring from Jenkins' creative team, it's comprised of a bar that anchors the front racing harnesses, which can swing up and out of the way to allow passengers easier access to the two rear seats. As part of the R GTI's weight-reduction program, the stock rear seats were removed and replaced by an exceptional piece of carbon-fibre craftsmanship. The single piece of composite was fashioned into two racing buckets, each fitted with padded leather inserts. They're a snug fit but are comfortable enough to take the in-laws on a fast lap or two. Another trick interior element is the custom aluminium billet shift knob, which Jenkins fit with a red "wheel" that can be revolved by the driver's thumb. Look closely, and you can see that the wheel has been inscribed with the R GTI logo.

The R GTI is an uncommon and visionary blend of design talent, factory technology and aftermarket innovation, and an enticing demonstration of why Volkswagen has been a favourite of automotive enthusiasts since the GTI first hit the scene 30 years ago. It also shows that the future of the hot hatch, as demonstrated by the R GTI, is already here.

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[99gti]

Hello Christmas!!!! That's one hot concept! :o Such a shame the floor matts look tacky though :(

[BlackVr6ix]

I love how after all that car porn you point out teh car mats Neil

[99gti]

I love how after all that car porn you point out teh car mats Neil

Every one still talks about Paris's wonky nose too ;)

[The_Hawk]

It's nice, but carbon fibre isn't my thing, nor is the whole racing seats with 5 point harness...

[Guy_H]

Its much better in the flesh - he's some pics of me getting punted about in it on Road Atlanta earlier this year. Its pretty fast :) - Good thing its a show car that delivers - it did a hundred laps of this awesome track on race fuel -

http://www.ozaudi.com/apr%202007/IMG_6758.jpg

http://www.ozaudi.com/apr%202007/IMG_6868.jpg

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[DaveMack]

Is the IC as big as that front grill, Guy?

Dave

[Guy_H]

Sure is - its just the APR intercooler ;)

Stock one sitting behind

http://www.ozaudi.com/apr%202007/P4220134.jpg

[Lukev85]

Love it, great look.

[99gti]

Guy - I'm so envious of you right now!!! :mad:

[VCL888]

That's one HOT car!

Good thing is no more "Should I get R32 or GTi" debate! coz there are both badge on the car! lol.