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CONTACT US VOLKSWAGEN CLUB OF WA (Inc)
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YOUR COMMITTEE (cont‟d) EDITOR:
0407347340
PO Box 175
Ray Willis
viawest@vwclubwa.com
Victoria Park
CO-EDITOR:
Western Australia 6979
Shane Williams
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John Vogiatzakis
MAIL:
(08) 9375 3082
SOCIAL SECRETARY: YOUR COMMITTEE
Jamie Barrett
PRESIDENT:
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PROPERTY OFFICER:
Ray Willis
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VICE PRESIDENT:
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Colin Seth, Merrick Paget , Dave Moore, Patrick Spateri
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VIAWEST MAGAZINE
VOLKSWAGEN EVENTS
Advertising: Please send your „for sale‟ or „wanted‟ adverts by mail or email to the Editor before the publication deadline.
Normally one event will be nominated as the club run each month. Some months will have more than one event. Not all events attended by the club will be club organised. Please note that non-members are welcome to come to the club organised events. If you have any friends you would like to accompany us, please bring them along. If you have any ideas or suggestions for club organised events give a Committee member a call or an e-mail and the committee so we can put it on our calendar. The VW Events Calendar is at page 6 and lists the upcoming events and club runs for some months in advance in chronological order.
Fees: Members - 1/4 page adverts are free. Non-Members - 1/4 page adverts are $5.00 Please contact the Editor to find out about commercial advertising in the magazine, inserting flyers or advertising on the website. Publication Deadline: The ViaWest magazine‟s deadline for articles for the next issue is December 7 Disclaimer: The views expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the Volkswagen Club of WA (Inc), its Committee or members.
COMMITTEE MEETINGS Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month at John Hughes Volkswagen in Victoria Park, starting at 6:30pm. Committee meetings are open to all members and invited guests.
Membership and Birthdays Welcome to new members
CONTENTS
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The Club ............................. p 2
Current membership is at….
The Club (contd) ................. p 4 A word from the Editor ........ p 5 VW Event Calendar ............ p 6 2010 Queensland Bug-In ... p 7 Alfred‟s Kitchen ................... p 10
Remind anybody you know that has not renewed to renew…
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New members are always wanted!
Happy Birthday to the following members for NOVEMBER 2009
Volkswagen News Beetle Classic ............... p 18
Louise Beckley Chantal Charbowneau Ry Beaver Rudy Menke
New Golf GTi ................ p 18 ABT Polo ...................... p 20 Golf 77 TDi ................... p 20 For Sale ............................. p 22 FRONT PAGE - See page 15
Richard Davies Tim Summerfield Tegan Waters Melissa Goodwill Andrew Wells
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YOU HAVE NOT RECEIVED YOUR MAGAZINE VIA EMAIL? THEN MAYBE WE DO NOT HAVE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS, IT HAS CHANGED FROM WHAT THE CLUB HAS ON RECORD OR WE HAVE AN ERROR IN OUR RECORDS...
New „online‟ Magazine
To make sure we have your email address and it is „correct‟ please send an email to the Secretary at administration@vwclubwa.com Remember! A questionnaire will go out with the December magazine to see if you still want the magazine posted or you would be happy with it being sent online. Well we have all the information for the 2010 Queensland Bug-In in this magazine as well as on our website. Interested? Now is the time to register and sort out your accommodation. The Bug-In is at Easter and some where to stay will be at a premium. Not sure? Please contact the club and we can put you in contact with those that have gone before or come and have a chat the Day of the Volkswagen.
2010 Queensland Bug-In
Shannons 2009 Day of the Volkswagen - Sunday 6th December - see you there! Ray Willis - Editor and President
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indicates a club run
VW Event
This Month
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Calendar November 2009
Wednesday 4th
ALFRED‟S of GUILDFORD 7pm cnr of Meadow & James St Guildford
Sunday 8th
ANNUAL “BROCKWELL RUN”
Contact: CMC 9249 9457
Wednesday 11th
MONTHLY COMMITTEE MEETING
Contact: Ray Willis 0407 347 340
6:30pm @ John Hughes Volkswagen, Victoria Park Wednesday 18th
2009 DAY of the VOLKSWAGEN MEETING*
Contact: Ray Willis 0407 347 340
6:30pm @ Wangara Volkswagen, Wangara
*includes 2011 Bug-In
December 2009 Wednesday 2nd
ALFRED‟S of GUILDFORD 7pm cnr of Meadow & James St Guildford
Sunday 6th
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Contact: Ray Willis 0407 347 340
Patterson Park, Burswood - see pages inside Wednesday 9th
MONTHLY COMMITTEE MEETING
Contact: Ray Willis 0407 347 340
6:30pm @ John Hughes Volkswagen, Victoria Park Friday 25th
MERRY CHRISTMAS to all our MEMBERS
January 2010 Wednesday 6th
ALFRED‟S of GUILDFORD 7pm cnr of Meadow & James St Guildford
Wednesday 13th
MONTHLY COMMITTEE MEETING
Contact: Ray Willis 0407 347 340
6:30pm @ John Hughes Volkswagen, Victoria Park
February 2010 Wednesday 3rd
ALFRED‟S of GUILDFORD 7pm cnr of Meadow & James St Guildford
Wednesday 10th
MONTHLY COMMITTEE MEETING
Contact: Ray Willis 0407 347 340
6:30pm @ John Hughes Volkswagen, Victoria Park
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2010 Queensland Bug-In Dear Fellow Volkswagen Enthusiast, The Volkswagen Drivers Club of Queensland invites you to make the trek to Queensland for the 41st Annual Bug-ln 2010.... we'd love for you to join us for what will be a great long weekend ! The location we've chosen for Bug-ln 2010 is the beautiful town of Stanthorpe, in the Granite Belt region of Southern Queensland. The Granite Belt region is known for its boutique wineries, fruit growing, arts and crafts and multiple other tourist attractions... the programme we have planned adds some Volkswagen-based fun to an already great mix. The Bug-ln Registration Form as well as the Bug-ln Accommodation Form are at pages 8 and 9. Early registration and booking of accommodation is essential. The forms are also available on the VW Club of WA website at: http://www.vwclubwa.com/joomla/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=56&Itemid=79 Check out the following websites for extra info: www.vwdcqinc.org.au or www.granitebeltwinecounty.com.au For any questions or queries, please use one of the VWDCQ contacts below: Neil "Wally" Penboss President vw.dragracing@hotmail.com Mobile: 0412 154 500 John Bratchford Bug-in 2010 Accommodation Co-ordinator ibratchf@au1.ibm.com Dave Sidery Secretary davesidery@hotmail.com Mobile: 0412 181 561
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On the first Wednesday of every month there is an informal gathering of VW enthusiasts at Alfred's Kitchen in Guildford from 7pm onwards. A chance to just hang out and chat VW's and have a burger or Alfred's famous pea and ham soup! Haven't been before? Come along and introduce yourself and your car...
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SHANNONS 2009 DAY OF THE VOLKSWAGEN Date:
SUNDAY 6th DECEMBER 2009
Location:
CHARLES PATTERSON PARK, VICTORIA PARK
Gates Open:
9:00am
Entry Fee:
$5.00
Show: 10:00am to 3:00pm
Entry off Burswood Road - please see map below and NEW location 25 Categories of Trophies for the Show „n‟ Shine Day Raffle
New vehicle Display
Kids Activities: Face Painting and Colouring-In Competition Refreshments: Coffee Van
Ice Cream Van
Sausage Sizzle
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Don’t want to be judged? We still need you to complete your entry form and hand it in at the VW Club Tent – this is for admin purposes.
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Show Finish ............................................. 3:00 pm
Show „n‟ Shine Judging finishes 1:00pm Trophy Winners announced from ............... 2:00 pm
Judging categories opposite.
Show „n‟ Shine If you want your car judged remember to complete the ENTRY FORM given to you at the gate and place it under your car‟s wiper - judges will collect.
Day Raffle Tickets 50c each or 3 for $1 Prize Winners announced.......................... 1:30 pm
Rocker Cover Racing Heats start 12:30pm Winner announced .................................... 1:00 pm
Kid‟s Colouring Competition 2 age categories – closes 12:00pm Prize Winners announced ...........................12:30 pm
Show Start ................................................ 10:00 am
Gates Open ............................................... 9:00 am Please follow the directions of the Marshalls on the day.
THE DAYS EVENTS
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Page 15 case of the CLS Mercedes when it was released and so it is again the case with the Passat CC – short for Comfort Coupe. Both are beautiful looking cars and like the VW Corardo should stand the test of time. The Passat CC is offered with either a 125kw 2.0 TDi engine, or a 220kw 3.6 V6 with 4Motion. Both produce 350 NM of torque and only come with the 6 speed DSG. While one always hopes for the top of the range to try out, previous testers had spoilt the party, so
A Rose Among Thorns Review by Rod McSwain I stepped onto the train at 6:30 AM and sat next to and greeted a businessman. All I got back was a g‟day mate. It seemed he didn‟t want to talk and as I looked around, I noticed how most of the other people on the train looked a pretty morbid lot. Most of them sat reading a book, struggling with the paper, or just staring out the window wondering where on earth they were going in life. It was a sunny morning and the Canning River was like glass. It looked a picture. At least there was something to make them feel good about being alive. But as the train progressed toward the CBD, it dawned on me how most of us are in a rut - same people getting on at the same station and sitting in generally the same seat and wearing a dull grey or black uniform. A few construction workers wore bright
yellow jackets. Oh!! How we are creatures of habit. But when a fresh faced, well groomed, curvaceous, twenty something year old lady in a pastel coloured outfit stepped onto the train with ticket in hand (the usuals use a smartrider), most male eyes gave her a good once over. Her partner boarded behind her and they managed to find 2 seats together further down the carriage. All eyes then reverted back to what they were doing before.
the diesel was the only option. As I pulled out onto the street, the Mocca coloured CC blended in with the morning convoy towards the CBD. But the shadow it produced was unique, it was head turning, it was striking and if I got $1 for everyone who looked at it for more than a fleeting glance when I pulled up at traffic lights in the centre of the city, I just about could have retired. At least I now have a fraction of an idea of how the driver of a Lamborghini feels.
I peered out the train window again and began counting the cars on the freeway that we were passing. It was then I noticed just how plain boring they all were to look at, as if they came out of the same mould and were rounded by passers by. Just like what the passengers on the train were wearing compared to the new passenger. They were Grey, white, silver and black.
I didn‟t realise the CC is a 4 seater and the doors are all pillarless, but each occupant is well looked after in the standard equipped car with heated seats, air conditioning controls, courtesy lighting and plenty of legroom. The driver has more than is required to make it an effortless drive. The key slots into the dash for a push start / stop, the seat are electrically adjustable with 3 memories, the suspension But occasionally and despite the col- can be set for comfort, normal or sport our, one will stand out. That was the (Continued on page 16)
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mode depending on your driving conditions, but the endearing feature is the ability of the CC to entice you to drive sedately and actually enjoy the drive. Daytime running lights, auto wipers and bi-xenon headlights that turn laterally as you turn the wheel, hill hold, self sealing tyres and VW‟s standard equipment of 8 air bags surrounding you, ESP, ABS, EBD, ASR all go a long way to setting new standards that you would usually expect in the so called exotic marques, but that have already and will continue to filter across the Volkswagen range over time. The optical parking system gives you a visual of how close the car is to anything, or anything is to the car, including small children. As good as it is, even the much higher priced CLS Mercedes doesn‟t come with many of the standard features of the CC. The optional Adaptive Cruise Control - ACC goes a long way to avoiding crashes by automatically slowing the car down if the vehicle in front slows and the Park Assist will help you squeeze into that tight parking spot with ease.
direct injected diesel is running. But put pedal to the metal and you might hear the whistle of the turbo while reaching the 110 kph limit on the open road. The claimed top speed of over 200 kph suggests I should go back to Germany and cruise the Autobahns again. The 2.0L is not quick taking 8.6 sec to get to 100kph, but based on my test and an economy of 6.0l /100klm, the 68 litre tank gives the CC a
Volkswagen must be congratulated for bringing available technology into production as soon as it does. There is too much to mention in any road test report, particularly this one, but you only need to have a look at the amount of information in the numerous sections of the handbook that range in excess 1100 klm, – 3 tanks Perth to Bendigo ….. comes with the CC. easy! …. and it emits just 166g of CO2 per klm. Driving the CC is effortless. The steering gives you good But a test is done on the road under every day conditions, feedback through the 235/40 x 18‟s and the all round indeso after covering 650 klm of freeway, stop/start metro, pendent suspension, but you are unsure at times that the open road and the rolling and twisty hills of the Darling Scarp, I clocked up 15 hours and 10 minutes behind the wheel and as mentioned, returned an impressive 6.0 litres per 100klm. But the biggest shock was on a run back from Pinjarra Road to South Street in Murdoch (about 70 klm) on the new freeway extension. Using cruise control, the CC sipped an average of just 4.2 litres per 100klm. Now that‟s impressive. To sum up the CC, I have to say it was one of the most enjoyable cars I have driven and from around $55,000 to drive it away, this is a vehicle that is nowhere near as expensive as it looks.
street appeal – economy – standard features...
rear window doesn‟t like overnight dew – I can‟t afford one … yet! NB: All pictures taken during the test drive can be seen at http:// s269.photobucket.com/albums/jj49/rodrocco/Passat%20CC/?start=0
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CLUB RUN - 18th OCTOBER 2009 Anniversary Kruize This year the Anniversary Kruize was based in the Swan Valley using the “Great Valley Rally” designed by the SWAN VALLEY AND EASTERN REGION VISITOR CENTRE. The rally design is for a great „family day out‟ but well written and takes you to some areas of the Swan Valley you may not visit normally. The numbers of participants was unfortunately low even though the weather was great. The club is always looking for feedback on these organised events and if members are voting with their feet
by not attending, the club would like to know what type of event members are interested in? However, those that did come along enjoyed it immensely and even hinted that they may use it for other groups they are part of. Well here are some photos of the area and those that did come along for a bit of fun.
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in all five continents. Upgrades and innovations were made for this car year after year. The technical highlights were in the beginning of the 1970s with the models 1302 and 1303. In 1972, the model 1302 replaced the Tin Lizzy, the Ford T as the most-produced car of the world. The Beetle is the most popular The production finally stopped in July classic car of Germany. 2003. The last car was produced in The first place in the current German Mexico.
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third place (9,334 cars). This is then followed by the other German “people‟s car”, the Trabant. A total of 7,246 units of the East German “racing cardboards” survived. The cars built before 1979 represent around 1% of the total stock – that is about 315,000 cars.
New Golf GTI More than three decades after a small band of engineers started work on the first prototype Golf GTI, the very latest evolution and sixth generation of the original hot hatch has arrived. The original Golf GTI was planned as a limited series of 5,000 cars. Since then – and five generations of GTI later – more than 1.7 million have been sold worldwide. The elements of the original GTI remain; sharp dynamics, a responsive four-cylinder engine and driver involvement are at the core of the new GTI. Yet it has evolved – the Golf GTI generation VI is faster and more powerful than any standard GTI before it. However, the day-to-day usability of the GTI has not been forgotten and it
vehicle registration statistics of all vehicles produced before 1979 goes to a car that brings a smile to people‟s faces even today: the Beetle. There are still 44,540 of them on the streets in Germany – it runs and runs and runs. This information was provided by the VDA (Automotive Manufacturer‟s Association in Germany). A total of 15.8 million of the attractive two-door car were manufactured in the period from 1938 to 1980 in Wolfsburg, Emden and Osnabrück. Of this, 330,000 were Cabriolets, which was the classic dream car right from the start. In 2009 Volkswagen celebrated the sixtieth anniversary of the open bug built by Karmann. This was in the range until January 1980. In Germany, the production of the Three quarters of all German classic Beetle Saloon stopped already in cars were produced in Germany, in is cleaner, safer and more efficient which Volkswagen had a share of than ever before. January 1978. 24%. The second place in the VDA The number of Beetles that rolled off statistics goes to Mercedes /8, pro(Continued on page 19) the production line worldwide was duced since 1968 with 10,140 regis21,529,464; they were manufactured tered cars. The Opel Kadett takes the
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An advanced new 2.0-litre TSI engine producing 155 kW, available linked to either a six-speed manual or 6-speed DSG gearbox, is at the heart of the new GTI. Despite the rise in power output, the new GTI is assured of greater grip in all conditions thanks to Extended Electronic Differential Lock (XDL). The XDL improves traction and reduces the tendency to understeer. Unique springs and dampers combine with lowered suspension give GTI drivers the on-road experience they expect of the brand. In addition, Volkswagen‟s innovative optional Adaptive Chassis Control system, featuring electronically controlled damper units, is offered for the first time on the GTI. This allows the driver to select from normal, comfort or sport modes to define the desired suspension, steering and accelerator response settings for any particular journey. The mechanical changes are joined by subtle cosmetic additions. The basis of the GTI is the chassis structure of the new Golf, onto which is added an aggressive new front bumper. This features a deep honeycomb airdam framed by vertical foglights which sit below a new grille element adorned by a GTI badge. As with the new Golf, the GTI uses horizontal lines to make the new car appear lower and wider than it really is. In reality, the new GTI is 27 mm wider than the car it replaces. At the rear, a diffuser is located between an all-new exhaust system with separated tail-
pipes to further lower the stance of the car. A subtle rear wing sits above a pair of smoked rear light lenses and a single “GTI” badge.
power, performance and sharper responses than the car it replaces. By contrast, it is also cleaner and more efficient
As with the entire Golf range, the new GTI features class-leading levels of safety with ABS, ESP (Electronic Stabilisation Programme) and seven airbags, including for the first time a knee airbag, all standard. The Golf was awarded a maximum five-star rating by the EuroNCAP crash testing agency along with a maximum fivestar safety rating by the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP).
Powering the GTI is an advanced new version of Volkswagen‟s 2.0-litre TSI engine, available with either a sixspeed manual or six-speed DSG gearbox The result is an output of 155 kW delivered between 5,300 and 6,200 rpm, which allows the vehicle to accelerate from standstill to 100km/h in 6.9 seconds
Emissions fall from 197 to 180 g/km (DSG: 178) and economy improves Summary from a combined 8.2/100km to 7.7 Sixth generation Golf GTI was first L/100km (DSG: 7.6 L/100km). Maxiunveiled in concept form at the Paris mum torque – 280 Nm between 1,700 Motor Show in September 2008 and 5,200 rpm The sixth generation of the original – is delivered over an even broader hot hatch evolves the virtues of the engine speed range allowing greater first generation GTI with greater flexibility and response The GTI is equipped with unique springs and dampers with ride height lowered by 22 mm at the front (15 mm rear) compared to the standard Golf Adaptive Chassis Control is available as an option on GTI. This allows the driver to select from normal, comfort or sport modes to define the desired suspension, steering and accelerator response settings for the conditions Exterior styling draws on the new design direction; simple, clean surfaces mix with sharp creases and large honeycomb grille elements. The use of horizontal lines around the front of the vehicle makes the new GTI ap(Continued on page 20)
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remain at the level of the series engine. The tuner recommends to use ABT springs for an extra amount of dynamism. Doing so lowers the centre of gravity of the vehicle, and the Polo lies better and safer on the road. The smallest ABT is thereby not inferior to its larger siblings in any way, and offers optimum driving enjoyment with maximum everyday usability.
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pear lower and wider than it really is Standard equipment highlights on the new GTI include red and black tartan sports seats with red stitching and headrests featuring the “GTI” logo, a flat-bottomed GTI multifunction steering wheel, red brake callipers, 17-inch “Denver” alloy wheels and dual zone automatic climate control
www.abt-sportsline.de/media
Golf 77TDI
As with the rest of the Golf range, the new GTI features class-leading levels of safety with ABS, ESP (Electronic Stabilisation Programme) and seven airbags, including for the first time a knee airbag, all as standard
the ABT Polo Nice, small and a true sportsman – The new Polo is an impressive vehicle: Its processing and technology set standards in the small car class – and that is the reason why the worldwide largest tuner of vehicles from the Volkswagen group turned his attention to the Polo. The result is a little sports car in a form which makes a man's heart beat faster. And which women will also love. From the outside the small car from Bavaria exudes character, the rear spoiler and rear apron insert – both in the expressive carbon look and the double-pipe exhaust make it look bold and dominant. The titan-coloured type Z 8x18 inch ABT wheels suit the car well. In the area of the underside of
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Volkswagen Launches Most Fuel Efficient Model – The new Golf range now features the most fuel efficient model in the Volkswagen range with the addition of the new 1.6-litre diesel Golf. the door decals with the ABT logo Powered by a sophisticated and effishow that the Polo is a pure thorcient new diesel engine, the fiveoughbred from the Allgaeu sports car speed manual Golf 77TDI can cover family. 100km with 4.9-litres on the ADR ABT Sportsline of course also offers 81/02 combined cycle. In highway performance improvements for the running consumption drops to just 4.3 Polo. They can give an extra kick to -litres per 100km. all turbo engines: The 1.6 TDI is availWith a potential range of well over able in different output levels – start1100km, the new diesel Golf not only ing at the series standard engine. For delivers its occupants in comfort and example with ABT POWER, 75 HP safety to their destination but at mini(55 kW) is converted into 90 HP (66 mal expense. kW), and after ABT treatment the 90 HP engine provides 110 HP (81 kW) The sixth generation of the Golf esand the 105 HP (77 kW) diesel en- tablishes an elegant new design digine is increased to a sporty 130 HP rection in the evolution of the iconic (96 kW). model. The extremely economical 1.2 TSI also provides 130 HP or 96 kW (series standard: 105 HP / 77 kW). The fuel consumption values – and thereby also the CO2 emissions –
In conceiving the interior for the new Golf, Volkswagen‟s designers unashamedly set themselves the target of defining new benchmarks in quality in this class. This goal extends to all aspects, from ergonomics, through the feel and look of the materials used to the overall refinement within the cabin. The new interior look is combined with advances made by Volkswagen engineers in reducing wind noise, including a completely new design of door and window seals, a new sounddamping inter-layer within the laminated windscreen and a new engine mounting system. The result is the quietest Golf yet produced. The new 1.6-litre diesel, shares the same technology as the 2.0-litre diesel (103TDI) with 16-valves and common rail fuel injection. It produces peak power of 77kW at 4400rpm, (Continued on page 21)
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while maximum torque of 250Nm is delivered between 1500-2500rpm. Fitted with a standard DPF (diesel particulate filter) to reduce particulate emissions, this new engine is not only one of the most efficient but also one of the cleanest diesels available. Two transmissions are on offer, a fivespeed manual and a seven-speed DSG. The seven-speed DSG transmission uses a pair of dry clutches (as opposed to the wet ones in the sixspeed version) to improve fuel efficiency and performance. The pair of dry, o r g a n i c bonded friction linings do not require cooling, m ak i n g the drivetrain more efficient through the extra gear ratio and the fact that less power is required for the gear selection and clutch servo system. Measuring only 369 mm in length and weighing only 79 kg, including the dual-mass f lywheel, the gearbox is remarkably compact. In adopting seven-speeds, Volkswagen engineers were able to lower first g ear to improve acceleration f rom a stand still. By contrast seventh gear has been raised to act as an overdrive function making it ideal for motorway driving with the additional effect of further improving economy and comfort levels.
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rect steering feedback, strong axle the damper unit is attached to the rigidity under cornering loads and mini- wheel hub assembly. The suspension mal body roll. geometry on the compression stroke generates a toe steering effect that Ride and handling benefit from the maintains neutral behaviour or slight car‟s clever mounting concept for the understeer in all driving and loadlower wishbone with separate mountcarrying situations. ings for spring and damper on the suspension strut tower, including a light- Among the benefits of the almost neuweight twin-sleeve damper unit and tral layout are excellent straightoptimised spring rates. running stability characteristics on highly uneven road surfaces and miniThe previous Golf‟s completely new mised tyre wear. four-link rear suspension system was a major stride forwards for this market The Golf uses a third generation elecsegment in terms of providing tro-mechanical power steering system the optimum combina- (EPS) which is able to vary the feel of tion of handling dy- the steering wheel to suit the speed namics and ride and driving situation: firm and direct comfort. when driving hard, effortless at parking speeds. The compact four-link layout Other advantages of the system infeatures three clude its mild self-centering action, its lateral control ability to compensate for different drivarms – the ing hazards, like crosswinds and steep spring mount- road cambers, and a beneficial effect ing, the track on fuel economy. rod and the The Golf features a sophisticated brakupper control ing system, with ABS and ESP arm – and a (Electronic Stabilisation Programme) trailing link at as standard across the range. each wheel. Suspension assem- On the passive side, there is a further blies are attached perfected safety body (including addiby way of a rear-axle tional reinforcement in the door area subframe and, as at the and optimized pedestrian protection), front, rubber-and-metal seven airbags including a knee airbag mountings that are soft in torsion but on the driver‟s side and a patented stiff radially are used to ensure that the safety optimised head restraint system anti-roll bar responds immediately and for driver and front passenger. suppresses body roll effectively. This combines accurate handling with good As the entry-level diesel the Golf 77TDI starts at $28,690* for the fiveride and low road noise levels. speed manual, while the 7-speed DSG The spring and damper on each side variant is priced from $31,190*. are located separately; the spring bears directly on the trailing link and
The lubrication circuits are divided into two to maintain the purity of the oil. As with a conventional manual gearbox, one of the circuits is used for cooling and lubrication of the gear teeth, the second feeds oil to the gear actuators. Since the clutch does not require cooling the quantity of oil has been reduced from 7 litres in the six-speed DSG gearbox to only 1.7 litres in the new seven-speed system. The Golf uses proven MacPherson strut-type front suspension to offer di-
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2006 VW CADDY 1.6 $15,990 66,999 kilometers 5 SP Manual Great van, great economy, great price! Be quick it wont be here long!!! Ever sort after caddy Van with icy cold Aircon and power steering. Very clean example. Rego 1DEB422
Cameron Watt Used Car Sales Manager 6 Berriman Drive, Wangara WA 6065
FOR SALE 1973 BEETLE $ Price negotiable It is a 113 Sedan. Licensed and engine should fire up (missing a battery). It is red with a Porsche fibreglass rear and wheel guards (peeling in places). Wide wheels. There is a fair bit of rust to cut out. Some minor repairs are required. It can be restored to good condition by an enthusiast.
Contact: Roland Crook Phone: (08) 9377 2596 Mobile: 0466 362 155
SHANNONS 2009 Day of the Volkswagen - Sunday 6th December
November 2009
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SHANNONS 2009 Day of the Volkswagen - Sunday 6th December
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November 2009
Via West
SHANNONS 2009 Day of the Volkswagen - Sunday 6th December
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