Irwindale Speedway welcomed the fourth edition of Dubfest (aka Waterfest West), one of the largest watercooled VW/Audi gatherings around. Title sponsors Volkswagen of America and Falken Motorsports provided a couple of Mk V Golfs for autocross testing throughout the day. It was a great opportunity for enthusiasts to step behind the wheel of arguably the best handling Golf platform to date. To broaden appeal, event promoters opened the doors to Porsches owners. In fact, the Porsche Club of America organized an autocross session on Irwindale's oval, open to all participants. Add to the equation a dyno test, a busy vendor area, which included many of the industry's brightest stars, plus a car show packed with great rides, and fans of German tin had all the reasons to spend a great day under the California sun.
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A large number of Jettas were on hand, including this variant from south of the border. ABD Racing and Falken Tire also brought modified Mark V examples.
A large number of Jettas were on hand, including this variant from south of the border. AB
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This pair of TT's were among a large contingent of modified Audi vehicles on hand, including A3, A4, A6 and A8 models.
This pair of TT's were among a large contingent of modified Audi vehicles on hand, includi
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Massaged from top to bottom, this attractive Passat was a major crowd pleaser.
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This stunning Cabriolet engine bay was part of the fleet of cars displayed by Tomas Sport Tuning of San Pablo, Calif.
This stunning Cabriolet engine bay was part of the fleet of cars displayed by Tomas Sport
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In addition to all the various festivities included a popular Dyno competition.
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Tomas Sport Tuning, a renowned shop from the Bay Area, debuted this amazing 1983 Rabbit powered by a highly tuned VR6 powerplant.
Tomas Sport Tuning, a renowned shop from the Bay Area, debuted this amazing 1983 Rabbit po
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A couple new Golf/Jetta Vs provided by Volkswagen of America and Falken Tire were available for track testing. Many more cars, including a handful of Audis and even Porsches all vied for bragging rights on the main autocross course.
A couple new Golf/Jetta Vs provided by Volkswagen of America and Falken Tire were availabl
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David Snider's well-prepped Jetta delivers 260 horsepower, thanks to a supercharged VR6 engine.
David Snider's well-prepped Jetta delivers 260 horsepower, thanks to a supercharged VR6 en
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The popular SoCal R32 Club showed no less than 40 hot hatches.
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Equipped with a powerful VR6 motor, 6-speed gearbox, R32 front brakes and the list goes on for this lethal 2002 New Beetle.
Equipped with a powerful VR6 motor, 6-speed gearbox, R32 front brakes and the list goes on
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Volkswagens and Audis of virtually every year and model filled the show's spacious parking area.
Volkswagens and Audis of virtually every year and model filled the show's spacious parking
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The ABD Racing crew came out in full force with an impressive display, complete with the company's impressive semi trailer.
The ABD Racing crew came out in full force with an impressive display, complete with the c
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The Dyno content was won by this handsome Mk 2 Golf, which posted 486 horsepower.
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This Golf Cabrio, equipped with Audi door handles and TT rims and an equally modified TT each attracted their fare share of attention.
This Golf Cabrio, equipped with Audi door handles and TT rims and an equally modified TT e