Volkswagen Classic and the Autostadt in Wolfsburg are celebrating two major automotive milestones at the 2024 International Edelweiß-Bergpreis Rossfeld Berchtesgaden.
To honor the 50th anniversaries of the Volkswagen Golf and Scirocco, both teams are showcasing a collection of iconic models during the historic hill climb event on September 28 and 29, set against the scenic backdrop of the Alps.
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Volkswagen will commemorate the Golf’s half-century with two standout models: the Golf I GTI Group 4 ‘Pierburg’ and the Golf II GTI Group A ‘World Champion’, driven by professional motorsport driver Benny Leuchter.
The Autostadt team will feature the VW Scirocco Group 2 by Oettinger alongside the rare Rally Beetle 1302, a 139 PS powerhouse from 1970.
The Golf I GTI Group 4 ‘Pierburg’, famed for its rally success in the early 1980s, was restored in 2011 and features the upgraded Oettinger 16V cylinder head. Meanwhile, the Golf II GTI Group A ‘World Champion’, a champion in the 1986 FIA Rally World Championship, represents the pinnacle of Volkswagen’s motorsport legacy with its lightweight build and 176 PS output.
The Scirocco Group 2 by Oettinger, a dominant force in late-1970s racing, remains the only surviving car of its era, boasting 170 PS and speeds up to 200 km/h. The Rally Beetle 1302, with its classic four-cylinder boxer engine, rounds out the lineup, capable of reaching 170 km/h.
These iconic vehicles will relive their glory days at the Edelweiß-Bergpreis, offering fans a glimpse into Volkswagen’s rich motorsport history. Up-to-date images will be available in the Volkswagen Newsroom on September 29.
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