SPYSHOT: VW to GTI the Passat?

Do our eyes deceive us, or is this really a Volkswagen Passat GTI? With a macho face featuring huge air intakes, a deep front spoiler and large mesh-covered grilles, this uprated version of the popular saloon certainly looks the sporting part.

Add the angled indicator lenses and the Passat V-Line has an imposing new style - one that’s not purely for show.

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chewy - 6/26/2006 6:20:47 PM

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Actually this is only a styling kit, that one can buy at the dealership.

L0RD0FTHER1NGS - 6/27/2006 4:20:30 AM

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The car looks mean, does anyone know what kind of engine it comes with?

PlanoA4 - 6/27/2006 10:12:46 AM

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Your are correct. It is a styling kit.

This kit was originally from the SEMA show. One of VW Moonraker's first initiatives was involvement in the SEMA show. So actually this is the first fruit of Moonraker. From SEMA to showroom in about 6 months. Maybe VWoA is starting to figure out this mystery called America.

PlanoA4 - 6/28/2006 9:34:20 AM

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The R32 is here next year for sure says VWoA. I think VW is looking at that. It has been mentioned they are exploring the youth market more.