The new Volkswagen Scirocco will later this month face the toughest track test in the world, at Germany's N�ring 24 Hours.
Three factory developed racing versions of the new coupe, each powered by a 2-litre TFSI petrol engine developing 300 PS, will be in action on Germany's daunting 25 km 'Nordschleife' in the 24/25 May event.
Among the car's many features is a direct-shift transmission system utilising Volkswagen's DSG technology.
Double Le Mans winner Hans Stuck has been at the wheel and is relishing his chance to race the car: "'The Scirocco is one of the most uncomplicated racing cars I have ever driven.
"It's really fun, and I am looking forward to the 24 Hours on the Nordschleife with even greater anticipation."
Other legends on the driving roster include double World Rally Champion - and victor for Volkswagen of the recent Central Europe Rally - Carlos Sainz, as well as Sainz's Race Touareg team-mates Giniel de Villiers and Dieter Depping.
The Volkswagen board member for technical development, Dr Ulrich Hackenberg, will also take a turn behind the wheel.
The N�ring 24 Hours has established itself as one of the world's toughest car races since its launch in 1970.
220 cars are allowed on the starting grid, with more than 700 drivers scheduled to compete in front of in excess of 200,000 trackside spectators.
German TV is planning 12 hours of live coverage of the event.
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