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And we had a couple of phat Golf R32s on the Performance Direct show stand, and that\u2019s […]","datePublished":"2013-04-15","dateModified":"2013-04-15","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/04\/wmmmv-DSC_9406.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/04\/wmmmv-DSC_9406.jpg","height":383,"width":577},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/sports-performance-prestige-cars\/show-report-gti-spring-fest-santa-pod\/","about":["Clubs \/ Events","Modified Cars","Sports \/ Performance & Prestige cars","Sports, Performance & Prestige Cars"],"wordCount":270,"keywords":["GTI Spring Festival 2012","vw"],"articleBody":"The title says it all really \u2013 an early-spring-doors Santa Pod show for every VAG; new, old, fast, and seriously showy on big Bentley rims. Even with another VAG show on the same day and nearby \u2013 Early Edition \u2013 GTI Spring Fest had a very respectable amount of modified metal to enjoy on this sunny, yet windy, Santa Pod Sunday show day. And we had a couple of phat Golf R32s on the Performance Direct show stand, and that\u2019s a massive thank you to Craig (blue R32) and Harvery (silver R32). See their gorgeous Golfs below, and some of our other favourite bits and bobs. Gotta love the VAG scene\u2026Let’s kick off the report with our Performance Direct show cars for the day. Harvey’s MK5 Golf R32 – on the floor on air!Performance\u00a0Direct\u00a0show babe Emily trying out Harvey’s full leather interior. She looks happy enough!Craig’s motorsport-style MK4 Golf R32 ready to attack the trackTime for the\u00a0gorgeous\u00a0Emily to take centre stage for a few pics. She’s 25% Spanish – 100% honey!Now let’s nip around the car club and show ‘n’ shine displays. So much good stuff…Matching T shirt and paint job. Attention to detail!Side exit exhaust belongs to badass dragger Scirocco\u00a0Bentley bling, baby!Audi A6 estate on \u00a36k custom rims and air. Oh man!\u00a0BBS. Classic. Period.Audi RS4 was THE most brutal car on showSuch a good vibe at this showThe car that started it allRat-look Golf MK2Worshiping\u00a0at the alter of VAG goodness!\u00a0 Words & pics by Dan Anslow "},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Sports Performance Prestige Cars","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/sports-performance-prestige-cars\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Show report: GTI Spring Fest 2013, Santa Pod","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/sports-performance-prestige-cars\/show-report-gti-spring-fest-santa-pod\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]