Aside
from the extra boost in power, the GTI Edition 30 packs a whole host of visual goodies that should make enthusiasts and tuners alike quite pleased. Compared to the regular GTI, the Edition 30's stance is more aggressive thanks to deeper, body-coloured front and rear valances, and a broader side skirt. The car also features special 'Edition 30' badging on the rear hatch, and rear taillights that have been tinted dark red, as opposed to the clear lenses of the current car. Of course, four additions that are hard to miss are its 18-inch 'porthole' wheels, which have been painted in flat black.
Inside, Volkswagen has made its best effort to make the GTI's already stunning interior more noteworthy by adding special commemorative details. Driver and passenger sit in sporty race-like bucket seats that have been trimmed in Interlagos plaid cloth with leather-trimmed bolsters and headrest. Throughout the cabin, you'll find little things, such as a new shift knob, which is shaped like a golf ball, like the original car's shifter, as opposed to the round metal and leather unit currently fitted; red stitching lines the sports steering wheel, while the metal GTI placard that's on the steering wheel's base is now bright red, as opposed to aluminum finish. Elsewhere, 'Edition 30' logos have been scattered about: on the metal door sills, floor mats, and more.
Currently the 30th Birthday Edition is just a one-off concept car, one of
a couple of in-house-tuned versions designed to invoke high-octane GTI memories inside all of those whose memories go back far enough to appreciate the special attention paid to them - like the pesky little rabbit that will soon adorn Golf models in North America. However, given that 30 years is a pretty significant number on anyone's calendar let alone the celebration of a single model's run in the automotive world, we wouldn't be surprised to see something similar enter limited production. Previously, VW released special edition GTIs when the car hit 20 and 25 years of age, not to mention a number of other important dates. Judging by public response (which, will without a doubt be very strong and positive) it's almost certain we'll see a special edition of the GTI in the near future.
Specifications:
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| Gotta love those tartan plaid seats. (VW GTI pictured) (Photo: Volkswagen Canada) |
Inside, Volkswagen has made its best effort to make the GTI's already stunning interior more noteworthy by adding special commemorative details. Driver and passenger sit in sporty race-like bucket seats that have been trimmed in Interlagos plaid cloth with leather-trimmed bolsters and headrest. Throughout the cabin, you'll find little things, such as a new shift knob, which is shaped like a golf ball, like the original car's shifter, as opposed to the round metal and leather unit currently fitted; red stitching lines the sports steering wheel, while the metal GTI placard that's on the steering wheel's base is now bright red, as opposed to aluminum finish. Elsewhere, 'Edition 30' logos have been scattered about: on the metal door sills, floor mats, and more.
Currently the 30th Birthday Edition is just a one-off concept car, one of
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| Will a production version of Edition 30 be made? Probably. (Photo: Volkswagen Canada) |
Specifications:
- Body Type: 3-door hatchback
- Layout: front engine, FWD
- Engine: 230-hp, 2.0L I-4, direct injection turbo
- Transmission: 6-spd manual
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS, EBD, BA
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Dimensions (L/W/H/WB): 4,210 / 1,759 / 1,479 / 2,578 mm (165.7 / 69.3 / 58.2 / 101.5 in)
- Cargo Volume (trunk): 428 L (15.1 cu-ft)
- Website: www.vw.ca
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