In early 2000, VW confirmed they would be building the TT eating New Beetle RSi - magazines have already taken the roadgoing prototype out for a spin and loved it. The Porsche developed beast's production will be limited and will only be available in LHD.
Spec is very good. Sports interior, brushed ally, VW's 4-Motion 4WD, Traction control, serious sports body (widened, etc), Six Speed gearbox and, of course, the VR6 3.2l 6 cylinder engine.
The very first RSi's rolled off the production line in Nov 2000, hence are available right now.
The are not availble in the UK, although if you go to Germany, you can order one there.
Dealer Cost?
Expect to pay in the region £35,000
Some have worked their way into the UK through private hands - expect to pay between £50-70,000.
Text and photos courtesy of Volkswagen AG
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