GTI Edition 30
Following Volkswagen's successful 20th anniversary GTI (1996 in Europe and 2003 for the USA & Canada market), the 25th anniversary GTI (2001 in Europe) models. Volkswagen marked the GTI's 30th anniversary by producing the Edition 30. Going on sale in November 2006 from £22,295 RRP with a limited production run of only 1500 (Europe models), the Edition 30 was available in 6 colours; Tornado Red, Black, Candy White, Reflex Silver (Metallic), Steel Grey (Metallic) and finally Diamond Black (Pearl). The changes over the standard production model included a modified engine that produced an extra 31bhp more than the standard 197BHP version, raising the output to a healthy 228BHP. Slight changes to the body work included body coloured side skirts, a deeper front spoiler, colour-keyed rear bumper and tinted rear lights. Changes to the interior included a return for the golf ball shaped gear knob and silver “Edition 30” logo'd sill plates. Edition 30 seats were also decked out in the distinctive red stitching on the ‘Vienna’ leather and ‘Interlagos’ fabric mix. Red stitching was also added to the leather-covered steering wheel. Finally, 18-inch ‘Pescara’ alloy wheels finish off the car's unique features. Performance was 0-62 mph in 6.8 seconds and Top Speed of 150 mph.
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