Back in March AUSmotive exclusively revealed news that the Volkswagen Scirocco could be imported to Australia under Federal Government’s Specialist & Enthusiast Vehicle Scheme. Under the conditions of the limited approval only two models of Scirocco are eligible, the top of the range Scirocco R and the Scirocco 2.0T.
As the image above shows the first Scirocco R to be imported to Australia under this scheme has now arrived in Sydney. The car was shown at an invitation only preview this morning at Scuderia Imports in conjunction with City Performance Centre.
AUSmotive could not be there but thanks to readers Eddie and Nathan we can bring you these pics. The Scirocco is a fantastic looking car and one has to question why Volkswagen Australia continues to sit on its hands in regards to official imports of this model.
As to the future of this first Australian Scirocco R, AUSmotive understands the owner has big plans for the car. Once it’s ready to go, expect to hear about it—it should be very special and definitely unique.
More pics available at vwgolf.net.au
9 replies on “First Volkswagen Scirocco R arrives in Australia”
Missed out seeing it in the flesh, nice pics though
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Getting ready for the big day
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Dear Scirocco Enthusiasts,
I have been an avid fan of VW Scirocco since seeing them in South Africa in 2008.
I am planning to go on an extended trip to The UK and Europe next year and was seriously considering buying a 2.0L TDI version and touring the continent and then bringing the car back to Australia to keep.
Could you please advise if this is feasible and OK with the Aust Gov.
My email address is gibbfella@gmail.com
To bring the car back as a personal import you need to have the car registered and used for a minimum of 12 months in the UK (or Europe).
Check out http://www.customs.gov.au
I CANNOT WAIT TO GET ONE. ONLY DECISION I HAVE TO MAKE IS THE BLUE OR BLACK!