A second element of style that has also been borrowed from the Concept R as well as the GTI concept is the thinly outlined grille. The separate trapezoidal shaped bezel on the front end is a detail that you can expect to see in upcoming Volkswagens, a future trademark of their family face. But the Concept T is full of other unique styling bits, such as flat-cut wheel arches, 'slash' shaped fenders, and a window line that juts down far below the normal levels. Add this to blistered fenders and a pair of high-mount wing mirrors and it could very well be transportation from the second half of the 21st century.
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| The Concept T can take on three different styles, including a hard-top, a slick-looking speedster, or a truly open T-top beach buggy. (Photo: Volkswagen Canada) |
The design philosophy of the Concept T is to provide a maximum of layout configurations in one body form. Based on driver preference, the Concept T can take on three different styles, including a hard-top, a slick-looking speedster, or a truly open T-top beach buggy. Much like any other vehicle equipped with a T-top, Volkswagen's can be removed quickly and efficiently; just unlatch a few snaps it's off and ready to be stowed away.
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| The glass-backed unit can be taken off, revealing a full-size spare tire and extra ventilation to the cockpit. (Photo: Volkswagen Canada) |
The bar that runs from the windscreen to the rear rollover bar adds chassis strength and extra crash protection. A second compartment, a small bulkhead behind the driver's compartment, can also be removed. Acting and appearing almost as if it's a rear bed cap on a pickup truck, the glass-backed unit can be taken off, revealing a full-size spare tire and extra ventilation to the cockpit. Whichever layout you choose, the Concept T takes on a unique appearance few cars in Volkswagen's range or any other manufacturer's selection can come close to.