Revealed at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit in January 2005, is a new generation of New Beetle a Ragster study which encapsulates a fresh design, sports car attitude and a glimpse into the future design of the New Beetle.

2005 Volkswagen Beetle Ragster

Specifications
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  • Model: 2005 Volkswagen Beetle Ragster
  • Horsepower: 0@0
  • Torque: 3750
  • Transmission: 6 speed automatic

2002 Volkswagen Golf Convertible Last Edition

Specifications
  • Make: Array
  • Model: 2002 Volkswagen Golf Convertible Last Edition
  • Engine/Motor: 6 liter W12
  • Horsepower: 249@5200
  • Torque: 3800
  • Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic
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Ragtop + Speedster = Ragster

The development team based the Ragster on the reinforced convertible, shortening the A-pillars by about 90 millimeters and creating a set u-shaped roof fixing for the Ragtop’s frame. It becomes instantly clear where the „Hot Rod“ with its ragtop and speedster dimensions got its name.

New Design

The Volkswagen Ragster shows new visual ways. And this does not only hold true for the top. The fenders, bumpers, headlights, tail lights and 19” aluminum rims are all newly designed as well and more progressive and sporty than ever. Newly designed interior: Racing car bucket seats, sports car type steering wheel with integrated engine start button (right side) and ragtop control (left side), center console and the extremely clean designed cargo area.

Power? Anything Goes

The drive - A powerful gasoline engine or a high torque TDI are imaginable. Although it has yet to be determined which motor will be built and if the study will be produced in series – Anything goes. Just as in Concept 1, the study on the New Beetle, which also started in Detroit. - A great place for a world premiere…