VW Eos White Night: New Special Edition Model with Contrasting Black Top

Volkswagen seems to have taken the catch phrase 'another day, another special edition' a bit too literally when it comes to the Eos. Following the introduction of the GT Sport and Edition 2010 models as well as the release of a new aero kit -all in about a month's time, the German automaker has now launched yet another special edition version of its compact coupe-convertible model called 'White Night'. This model is all about contrasting colors as the body is white, while elements such as the roof, radiator grille, trim strips and mirror covers finished in "Deep Black Pearlescent."

A set of 18-inch "Budapest" wheels partially painted black with a polished finish and the cherry-red LED tail lights round off the exterior changes. To improve the car's handling as well as its stance, VW has equipped the Eos White Night with a sport chassis that lowers the car's ride height by 15mm.

The 'light and dark' color theme continues in the coupe-cabrio's interior with the black nappa leather seats, door and side trim and black steering wheel all featuring light-colored seams. Other changes include the trim strips and radio trim in "Candy White" plus special sill panels lettered with "White Night".

The new Eos White Night is available for order now in Germany with prices starting from €33,140 and can be combined with all engine versions except for the range-topping 3.2-liter V6.

VW Releases Subtle Aero Kit for Eos Coupe-Convertible

Individual tuners aren't the only ones releasing sporty accessories these days; many automakers like Volkswagen have also jumped in the tuning bandwagon. The German firm has just revealed a new aero kit for its Golf-based hardtop-convertible, the Eos. The package consists of a front apron, side skirts and a rather subtle boot lid spoiler. Certainly not as a aggressively styled as other bodykit proposals, but not everyone wants their car to look like it's about to compete in a 'Fast and Furious' competition. Buyers can also complete the cabrio's looks with a set of alloy wheels.

VW Eos "Highway 1" Concept Debuts at Pebble Beach

A month before the Eos starts its career in the US (October 2, 2006 with prices starting fro the 3.2 at $36,850), Volkswagen's California Design Center decided to debut a concept version of the all new Coupe-Convertible at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance (August 18-20).

Apart from it's name, the Highway 1 distinguishes itself from the stock Eos thanks to its 1 inch lower stance (due to a coil-over suspension system from H&R Special Springs), new 20 x 8-inch Mille Miglia multi-spoke alloys and wide 245/30 Continental performance tires and finally, a discrete boot-lip spoiler.

In the interior, the Highway 1 gets upgraded with special 2-tone leather upholstery and piano black lacquer trim plus a thick flat-bottom sport steering wheel. No surprises under the hood as the Eos Highway 1's drive train features a standard 250Hp 3.2-liter V6 that’s combined with VW’s innovative DSG double-clutch 6speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic.

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ABT Volkswagen Eos Tuning & Design kit

Oh, boy here we go now, one by one tuners are getting ready to present there propositions for VW’s new Eos Coupe-Cabrio model. This time, it’s German tuner ABT which specializes on VW Group models (Volkswagen, Audi, Seat & Skoda ). From the translation I made -as ABT obviously thinks we all “sprechen Deutsch” (…), and the first pictures they gave, the ABT Volkswagen Eos gets a light bodykit with front and rear aprons, sideskirts, tailboot spoiler, quad exhaust pipes and 18’’ or 19’’ 5 star rims.

In the interior, ABT offers customers something called in German “abbott Aluschaltknauf” -whatever that means (help welcomed) and special floor mats.

Like all Volkswagen models, the Eos can be equipped with various engine upgrades. The 200 Hp 2.0 TFSI for example gets tuned up to 270 Hp. There is also a special package for the same engine called “Innovative Sport Package” which combines power (240 Hp) with low consumption. Finally, the 140 Hp 2.0 TDI diesel engine can be upgraded to 170 Hp.

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New Volkswagen Eos Microsite Launched

With just over a month to go before the launch of the Eos coupé cabriolet, Volkswagen has revealed a new website for potential buyers, allowing them to experience the new car in an innovative way, as well as customise and select their own vehicle ahead of the on-sale date of 14 July.

The website can be accessed via the Volkswagen site (www.rediscoveryoursenses.co.uk) or direct at at www.volkswagen.co.uk/ne...

Visitors to the site will be able to use the latest online interactive technology, previously only available through the likes of PlayStation and Xbox, to ‘drive’ the Eos through a three-dimensional interactive sensory world of sights, sounds and product information that extend the creative landscapes of the television and print launch advertising. The result is a completely new kind of online experience in the car market that lets people discover the new Eos in the way that suits them.

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Volkswagen Eos "5th Gear" Test Video

Nice first drive video of the all new Volkswagen Eos Coupe-Cabrio from the guys over "5th Gear" during the official presentation of the car in Athens. So is VW's new hard top worth the fuss? Click below to find out “5th Gears” first impressions.

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