How wide can you go with a second-generation Volkswagen Golf GTI?

UK-based designer and concept artist, Khyzyl Saleem, is on a mission to answer that question. This widebody Mk2 Volkswagen Golf GTI was conceived as a concept car and Saleem is now preparing to bring the car into the real world with the help of specialists JP Performance and Prior Design.

Saleem’s K.S GTI kit comprises a reworked front bumper and splitter with boldly flared wheel arches which house a wide set of takkies (tyres) that will have enthusiasts drooling in envy. The bodywork is further complemented with low side skirts, petite side mirrors, a custom exhaust system and a massive roof-mounted spoiler, just because…

The second-generation Volkswagen Golf GTI is powered by a naturally-aspirated 16-valve, 1.8-litre petrol engine with 95 kW and 168 Nm of torque and mated with a 5-speed manual transmission. Zero to 100 kph was claimed at 9.0 seconds but we wouldn't be surprised to see some modifications under the bonnet when Saleem reveals the final product.

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