On the road VW Scirocco R

On the road VW Scirocco R

Volkswagen has experience racing as it sponsors the Volkswagen Scirocco Cup, a racing event consisting exclusively of VW Scirocco models. Formerly known as the ADAC Volkswagen Cup, this event is an annual favorite. VW's racing history goes back decades and includes the Formula V race that got started in 1966. Golf GTIs have been raced too, demonstrating VW racing prowess.

Naturally, the NMS will be a bit larger and it really won't be based on a VW body as NASCAR vehicles use customized bodies, oftentimes created for different tracks. Yes, you'll still see the familiar company logo, but it is what is under the hood and underpinning the car that matters.

Will VW enter NASCAR? Let's hope so! More competition means everyone raises their game, lifting up the sport while giving Volkswagen some much needed buzz.


On the road VW Scirocco R

First appearing in 1974 the Scirocco was a three door sports hatch and was fairly popular selling around 500,000 units by 1981. A few subtle changes were made during the first years of production but it was not until the second generation model arrived in 1982 that the car improved significantly with engine power output and torque improved and the interior revised. The spoiler which was mounted to the rear window and was unique at the time became synonymous with the Scirocco appearance.