2011 Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 35

(continued from above)

Since the debut of the first Golf GTI in 1976, this sporty Volkswagen has enjoyed an uninterrupted history of success spanning 35 years. The GTI has long become a car with cult appeal as well as an independent brand. Milestone GTI anniversaries have always been celebrated with exclusive special models. Volkswagen now continues in this tradition with the Golf GTI Edition 35: its coherent design approach combines classic GTI elements with features specially created for the Edition 35. Not only does the front bumper glisten in a new design; the car's exterior and interior showcase the special model's exclusivity as well. The "35" signature appears on the wing panels, door sill plates, head restraints and centre seat panel. The highly equipped concept, with its love for details, is also crowned by a high-end metal key ring in action styling. Along with customized features, the special model also promises more driving fun with power increased from 210 to 235 hp compared to the production model.

The Golf GTI Edition 35 celebrates its world debut at the legendary GTI Meet at Wörthersee to be held from June 1st to 4th. Volkswagen will also be showing other well-known GTI anniversary models at this event, such as the Edition 20 and Edition 30. The anniversary model is available at a base price of 30,425 EUR - $43,398 at current exchange rates. That might seem expensive, but keep in mind that, in Germany, the base GTI starts at $38,905. The price in greenback is only informative, since the 35 Edition won't be available in the US.

The 2011 Volkswagen Golf GTI 35 Edition is a car that will appeal to both established GTI customers and interested prospective buyers. Its market launch in Germany begins in mid-June.