MK7 Volkswagen Golf (AJK8033) in Cloned Car Case Abandoned in Kota Damansara?

Abandoned cars up for grabs? Apparently this one is a spanking good looking red Volkswagen Golf MK7, not some old beat up junk. One would wonder why would such a nice car be abandoned if it were not a stolen car used for high speed getaways. What is even more worrying is that these cars may have been resold or re-purposed, somehow acquiring roadtaxes or legitimate number plates.

One of our dear readers, Mat Cendana reported that there was a red MK7 Volkswagen Golf that looks strikingly similar to the one involved in the AJK8033 Volkswagen Golf cloned and duplicated number plate case.

Great that you have written a post about this. It also offers me the opportunity to add the following. There was a red VW, almost similar to the one on the left, that was left abandoned off Jalan Camar, Kota Damansara leading to the Villa Damansara/Sierra Damanasara housing area: http://s1294.photobucket.com/user/MatCendana/media/Social%20Media/VW1_zps5f4e003b.jpg.html It was left there from early this month, if I'm not mistaken, and only taken away some days ago. I had suspected that it might have been involved in a crime and was abandoned there, with the number plates taken off. I'm surprised the residents' associations here and the authorities didn't do anything immediately, until last week. Is this the same one as in your picture? If it isn't, then I'd bet there are a number of other similar VWs, and that there is an organised syndicate using this tactic of multiple number plates. The media and authorities need to investigate how serious this problem is, and who are involved. - Mat Cendana.

Volkswagen recalls 6,000 cars in Singapore over DSG gearbox problem

While Volkswagen is renowned for their DSG double clutch gearbox technology, nothing is perfect. Volkswagen in Singapore has just recalled more than 6,000 DSG equipped cars in Singapore. The problem? Potential power loss. 

Volkswagen Singapore stated that "as a responsible OEM, will recall 6,181 vehicles with 7-speed double-clutch gearbox (DQ200).

In isolated cases, an electronic malfunction in the control unit or a lack of oil pressure inside the gearbox mechatronics may result in a power interruption. The most important vehicle systems, such as steering and braking, along with other relevant systems will not be affected regarding their functionality. If, in rare cases, the car loses power while driving, the driver can remain in control to safely manoeuvre the car to a stop.

All vehicles produced and sold now, and vehicles in the dealer stock are not affected by this problem.

Volkswagen Singapore will replace a new gearbox mechatronic on affected vehicles at zero cost to the customer. As a good-will measure to our valued customers, we will provide the latest upgraded software version – also at zero cost to the customer" -Volkswagen Singapore.

Volkswagen E-UP electric car with 150km range!

Volkswagen E-UP electric car with 150km range! The Volkswagen e-up is VW's first all-electric vehicle, and can seat up to 4 person. Ideal for city drives (not too sure about Kuala Lumpur or Malaysian cities though!). 80% of the battery can be recharged in just 30 minutes or less.

Volkswagen Golf GTI falls down a ditch

Volkswagen Golf GTI falls down a ditch, after being involved in a high speed joy ride with another vehicle (believed to be a Proton Waja). I guess even with the traction control, the driver could not control the car and skidded into the ditch. Well, time for a MK7 Volkswagen Golf! Anyone got info on the actual story?

Volkswagen Scirocco Rieger Bodykit

While the Volkswagen Scirocco already looks stunning enough, German tuning house Rieger''s bodykit for the Scirocco takes it to another level. The front bumper features vents and certain elements taken from an Audi R8. The Rieger kit also gives the Volkswagen Scirocco a very distinctive 2 tone side skirt, and a even sleeker rear bumper with redesigned exhaust outlets. Continue for more pictures!

Scirocco R

Compared to a standard Volkswagen Scirocco 2.0TSI, the exterior looks pretty much the same. This is the same story with the 1.4 TSI and 2.0 TSI Volkswgen Scirocco. What you do get is, a more powerful engine, aggressive air intake openings in the front bumper, a front diffuser, dual xenon headlights, a much larger rear roof spoiler, rear diffuser, and a Talladega 18 inch alloy wheels.

New Volkswagen Polo Sedan to reach Malaysia!

With the recent launch of the Proton Preve, VW Malaysia has announced their new Polo Sedan on April 19! It is said to be affordable, which should be well below RM100k and in direct competition with the Proton Preve. The most likely configuration now should be similar to Proton Preve, with a 6 speed automatic and 1.6L N/A engine. Perhaps a TSI to go against the CFE engine as well? The front looks like the Proton Saga (which isn't a bad thing!), with a more proportionate body.  Hopefully this car could be affordable enough and yet retain its German engineering and tech!

Source: Paultan.org