VW Golf GTI & R with widebody kit in TCR racing look for SEMA 2023!

Thomas Wachsmuth August 25, 2023 -> Cars from AZ, -> Tuner from AZ, Premium vehicles, Volkswagen (VW)

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Recently updated on October 18, 2023 at 10:14 am

The world of car tuners is holding its breath: at the center of it this year SEMA show stands, among other things, a spectacular conversion of a VW Golf GTI Mk6. And there is already a good foretaste of what awaits us at the SEMA Show. This is a particularly striking highlight Alkoto Concepts widebody kit dar. Developed by Steven Nadaskai, which is already known for its sometimes crazy modifications, the kit gives the GTI the unmistakable look of the GTI TCR touring cars. Nadaskai is by no means a newcomer to the tuning scene. He was already instrumental in the development of a converted Purple Porsche Cayman involved, which caused a sensation at the SEMA Battle of the Builders' Young Guns 2022. The kit itself is a perfect match for the US version of the Golf GTI Mk6 (2010-2014) and des Golf R and is for both Two and four-door variants available.

VW Golf GTI & R with widebody kit

A look at the renderings shows that the vehicle is impressive on both sides around 110 mm is widened. The material used? A combination of robust ACM and FRP. The look is also enhanced by various additional parts, including a front splitter and eye-catching side skirts, perfected. But the converted Golf doesn't just have a lot to offer visually. Under the hood is even the powerful one VW 2,5L five-cylinder (07K), supported by a powerful turbocharger and an Standalone ECU. And the interior has also been optimized for maximum performance and has a racing steering column also a professional one Roll cage installed.

Technology meets passion

Another detail for connoisseurs: The exhaust, actually part of a Lamborghini Gallardo, was modified and adapted to the five-cylinder. The unusual detail shows not only Nadaskai's creativity and technical know-how, but also his passion for motorsport. With regard Transmission Incidentally, the vehicle starts up 02Q GTI six-speed manual gearbox, which is specially adapted to the increased power of the engine. And also with them Brakes was not saved: high quality Brembo six-piston units (17Z) ensure reliable deceleration.

In conclusion, there is only one thing left to say: The SEMA Show 2023 once again promises a real explosion of innovations and impressive conversions. With the Golf GTI Mk6 wide body kit from Alcohol Concepts a first highlight is already set. We can be curious! If we get more information, there is of course an update for this report. You will be informed about this if you simply use our Feed subscribe to. Have fun watching the pictures and stay true to us!

VW Golf GTI Mk6 widebody kit in TCR racing look:

Ready probably for SEMA Show 2023 (Oct 31-Nov 3)
Model: VW Golf GTI Mk6
Alkoto Concepts widebody kit
Look: GTI TCR touring car

Details on the widebody kit

Fits: US version of Mk6 Golf GTI (2010-2014MY) and Golf R, both XNUMX and XNUMX doors
Inspiration: Mk7 Volkswagen Golf GTI TCR touring car
Consisting of:
- components (front bumper, front fenders, rear bumper)
- Additional elements (front splitter, side skirts, side splitter, rear fenders, rear door panels, rear bumper)
- Extension: 110 mm (4,33 inches) per side
Materials:
- ACM (Aluminum Composite Material) for front and side splitters
- FRP (Fiber Reinforced Polymer) for the rest of the kit
Other elements (available in the future): rear spoiler, hood opening, LED fog lights

Price and availability

Pre-order price: $6.750
Pre-order deposit: $3.000

performance hardware

Engine: VW 2,5L 07K five-cylinder with large turbo and standalone ECU
Suspension: Coilover
Interior: cleared interior with roll cage, racing steering column
Other: modified Lamborghini Gallardo exhaust manifold for the VW 07K 2,5L five-cylinder
Transmission: 02Q GTI six-speed manual transmission with double ceramic clutch
Brakes: Brembo 17Z six-piston, perforated and slotted discs.

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