The Passat W8: How VW's WORST Car Was a Secret Mule For The Greatest Car of Our Time

In this video we look at the truly weird VW Passat W8. The only car in history to ever receive such an engine, it was a car that confounded critics - slow, unreliable and not even noisy, it had almost no redeeming features - but it does have an amazing place in history. #VW #Passat #W8 Want to see your car on the channel? Email me on [email protected] ************************************************************************ Looking to buy a new or used car? HOLMESDALE FINANCE can help! My channel partner Holmesdale Finance specialises in finance solution for new and used prestige, sports and performance cars - including MODERN CLASSIC policies and many more. You might be surprised at what they can do, so speak to them to find out more. Their website is http://www.holmesdalefinance.co.uk/ *********************************************************************** Looking for a new stereo or multi channel system for your home? Speak to James Dean at DB Hifi for the best deal on the best equipment around. http://www.dbhifi.co.uk *********************************************************************************** Want More JayEmm? Become a channel member for access to exclusive content!    / @jayemmoncars  

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