Highlights

One of only ~500 W12 Edition Sport models ever produced
Recently imported from Japan's salt-free roads
Now registered in Latvia with EU type approval for easy European registration
Retains original condition throughout with factory-specification paint thickness
Accompanied by substantial service history records
Fresh Volkswagen inspection

The Appeal

The early 2000s were an exciting time for the VW Group. In just a few years, it had transformed the fortunes of Bugatti and Bentley with an 8.0-litre W16 hypercar and and 6.0-litre W12 grand tourer respectively. It seemed only right Volkswagen should borrow one of these engines for its own cars, and that's we found ourselves able to buy a Continental GT-engined Volkswagen Touareg.

This 2005 Touareg W12 6.0 Sport is one of just ~500 examples produced worldwide. Originally sold in Japan and recently imported to Europe in late 2022, this rare car present in exceedingly smart condition for its age.

Now registered in Latvia with EU type approval, this Touareg awaits its next custodian.

History and Paperwork

Left-hand drive example first registered in 2005 in Japan
Imported from Japan at the end of 2022
Now has Latvian (EU) registration
Although sold new in Japan, it has EU type approval
"Can be registered anywhere in Europe without problems", the vendor says
All services completed in accordance with factory schedule, we are told
Original specifications sheet included in the gallery

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The Condition

Only the rear right door has slightly higher paint thickness; all other parts are within factory specs, according to the vendor's tests
No serious damage, scratches, or dents according to the vendor
Original condition throughout: only aftermarket part is reportedly the stereo with CarPlay and reversing camera
Interior is in very good condition for its age and can be inspected in the photographs
The vendor states that the cabin electrics/systems work as they should

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The Mechanics

6.0-litre W12
Six-speed automatic gearbox
Original-looking engine bay
Reported in very good running and driving order

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