Performance VW

If you're in to modified VWs then you need to be into Performance VW, the only publication that delivers hardcore VW junkies a guaranteed Dub hit on a monthly basis. Performance VW has been at the forefront of modified Volkswagens for over a decade now and has been instrumental in shaping the scene into the most innovative of its kind. It really is the only magazine that caters for true Dub enthusiasts. Whether you're after debuts on the world's fastest, finest and most fun VAG metal, or simply want inspiration from the quirkiest daily drivers, then there is only one place to be: PVW Magazine.

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Performance VW

LESS IS MORE • In the relentless pursuit of power-to-weight saving, Frank Wolkers set out his goal to build a sub-700kg Mk1 track car. Here’s how he did it.

REVO GOLF MK8R TUNING PROGRAM

WHAT’S NEW

GOLF R WINS ICE RACE ASPEN • Volkswagen of America recently celebrated multiple wins in the 2024 Volkswagen Golf R at the inaugural F.A.T. Ice Race Aspen driven by Mobil 1.

BLUE MOTION • Cramming 500hp of turbo’d VR6 and 4Motion into a subtly re-worked Mk2 shell, Tim Dunn’s Golf might look like it’s picking the best of the Volkswagen parts bin – but it’s heavily inspired by something a little further afield.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS • There’s a school of thought in this glorious scene of ours that a good modified car is never truly finished. Serial modder Steve Fraser not only subscribes to this notion, he has a YouTube channel and social media presence dedicated to documenting the constant evolution of his fleet

STAR STRUCK • When building their T6.1 Highline Calipso demo van to showcase their skills Starlight Campers decided to take it to the max…

DROP IT LIKE ITS HOT! NORTHAMPTON WATERSIDE CAMPUS UNIVERSITY • The brainchild of StillStatic frontman, Simon Sweetland, it’s no wonder his Got The Drop event boasts some rather tasty rides. Here are some of the best from last year’s show.

SHAKE AND BAKE • It might have taken Rich Morgan 20 years to get this Bus to where it is now, but then the Smutny Bus is not your average slammed Panel Van…

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VOLKSWAGEN MK2 GOLF GTI BUYING GUIDE • As residual values finally start to rocket for the Mk2 Golf GTI, there’s still time to get in on the action if you’re in the market… but you need to act quick! Our comprehensive Mk2 Golf GTI Buying Guide should help you find the retro hot hatch of your dreams.

PROJECT MK2 JETTA GTI • When sister title, Classics World, asked us to lend a hand with its latest protect car - a Mk2 Jetta GTI - we couldn’t really say no. Just look at the thing…

MARTIN KNOWLES, EDITOR OF CAR MECHANICS MAGAZINE

PHIL WEEDEN, MANAGING DIRECTOR, KELSEY MEDIA

WILL HOLMAN, CONTRIBUTOR

CROATIANCRAIC 9th - 11th JUNE, KARLOVAC • It’s safe to say that Croatia’s modified water-cooled scene continues to go from strength to strength and its annual VW Tuning Show is the perfect way for us to highlight this.

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