Skip advert
Advertisement

Essen motor show

The weird and the wonderful gather at tuners' show

It's Essen motor show time, and while it mightn't get you too excited (it's hardly Geneva or Paris) it's not a typical show - this one's all about showcasing the latest tuning and modification, both exterior and under the skin. The car of the moment in Germany, the VW Scirocco, features heavily and some are more official (and better) than others, but judge for yourself using the links below:

Advertisement - Article continues below

Audi R8 LMS Racer

Brabus Tesla Roadster

Gullwing-doored Alfa Mito

ABT Volkswagen Scirocco

Police Volkswagen Scirocco

VW specials: Eos and Scirocco

Like what you see? Or completely detest it? The forum's the place...

Skip advert
Advertisement
Skip advert
Advertisement

Most Popular

Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 is more powerful and cheaper than BMW's M3
Mercedes-AMG CLA 45
News

Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 is more powerful and cheaper than BMW's M3

The CLA 45 is no more expensive than the old A45 but with 671bhp, is obviously way more potent
28 Aug 2026
Cupra Leon VZ review – Spain’s Golf GTI is better than Germany’s
Cupra Leon
In-depth reviews

Cupra Leon VZ review – Spain’s Golf GTI is better than Germany’s

The choice of full-sized front-drive hot hatches now doesn’t include the Civic Type R. Can the Cupra Leon VZ take the top spot?
25 Aug 2026
Ferrari 458 (2009 - 2015) review – the last and best supercar of its kind
Ferrari 458 Italia
In-depth reviews

Ferrari 458 (2009 - 2015) review – the last and best supercar of its kind

Few supercars have aged so gracefully; the Ferrari 458 remains thrilling, engaging and deeply desirable today
28 Aug 2026