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2005 Vw Golf Gls Tdi Jetta Turbo Non Smoker Gas Saver No Reserve on 2040-cars

Year:2005 Mileage:137102 Color: is in excellent condition
Location:

Greenwich, Connecticut, United States

Greenwich, Connecticut, United States
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              2005 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GLS
             
                            
                    Black with matching Grey/Black Interior               
               

                            
                    Only 137,106 Miles!               
               

                            
                    NO RESERVE! - ABSOLUTE SALE! - BID TO WIN!               
                 
                   
                       

                   
                 
                                  
                      ***INTRODUCTION***                     
                         
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        
                                                                                          
  • Only 3 Owner's Since New!!
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  • Garage Kept!!
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  • All Popular Volkswagen Golf GLS!!
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  • Only 137,106 Original Miles!!
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  • Gas Saver 41hwy mpg/ Most Reliable Car!!
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  • Cost New Was Just Shy Of $20,000!!
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  • This Golf Has Salvage History - Keep Reading!!!
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                                      ***FEATURES AND OPTIONS***                                 
                                               
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
                                                        
  • Automatic Transmission(Extra Option on Golf)
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  • 115-hp, 2.0-liter I-4 (regular gas)Engine
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  • Front Wheel Drive
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  • Dual Front Air Bags
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  • Dual Front Seat Side Air Bags
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  • Four-wheel ABS brakes
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  • ESC Traction Control
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  • Side/Curtain Airbags
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  • Max Seating: 5/Air Conditioning
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  • Power Windows/Power Door Locks/Power Mirrors
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  • Daytime running Lamps
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  • Full-size spare tire
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  • Power Steering/Power Brakes
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  • Rear child safety locks
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  • Stability control
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  • Driver and passenger Heated-Seatbacks & Cushion
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  • Factory Stereo/CD Player
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  • Gas Engine / Multi-Port Fuel Injected
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  • Cruise Control
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  • Rear seat flip forward cushion/seatback
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  • Bumpers: body-color
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  • Rear Defrost
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  • 3 OWNERS!
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  • NON-SMOKER!
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  • & More!!!
                                                             
                                                           
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                  ***ALL ABOUT THIS VEHICLE***                 
                                      
                   
                
                                                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        
                                                  

This 2005 Volkswagen Golf GLS (not a base model) GLS is the supreme model, is A Stylish and Practical Hatchback that provides European-Level compact car Handling and amenities in a safe and comfortable Package. Comes with Automatic Transmission an Option When purchasing, Best German Engineering, has only had three Owner's Since new! I have Kid's On the way, I need a Bigger car is the only reason for selling, But this car Offers quality, Great, good handling & braking. Fuel mileage excellent.Seats are very comfortable even on long trips. Other than scheduled service nothing else needed, Comfortable cabin, It has been garage kept This car has led a charmed Life until one fateful day in Late 2012.

                                                 
                                     
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                    

As mentioned above this vehicle has salvage history. My understanding is that in Jun/2005 the vehicle was Newly manufactured, Early 2006 was ship to delearship In Sept/2012 car had a fender bender with another vehicle, Only Rear bumper was replaced with new from factory it drives as new, Best compact Cars..."Car is currently Registered and Tittle in New Jersey, this is my daily Commute Miles may be higher, Everything works with No damage, Tittle and all paper-work is on hand.

                                                   
                                     
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                    

This Volkswagen Golf GLS is Fun to Drive finished in Black with matching Black/Gray Interior. We have tested all of the power features and everything is in excellent working order. Yes, all of the power windows, locks, mirrors, steering, brakes, "ice cold" ac, stereo, lights, wipers, etc. all work great! this Volkswagen Golf rides & drives just Like New, meaning all major mechanicals such as engine, transmission, power train, power steering, etc. are all in excellent condition.

                                                   
                                     
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                    

The exterior is in excellent condition.CLEAN, WELL MAINTAINED CAR, GARAGE KEPT! TREE OWNER!, Great MPG! Fuel Efficient! The bumpers, moldings, lenses, glass, etc. are all in excellent condition too. Tires are in very good condition.

                     

The interior is also in excellent condition. The black/grey seats are clean and look very nice front to back., NON-SMOKER!, The back seats can even be folded down for more cargo room when needed. The dash is clean and has no cracks either. The carpets all look great too. Even the matching headliner looks like new as well. Just take a look at the pictures we have included in this listing and see how nice this Volkswagen Golf truly is!

                                                   
                                     
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                    

This 2005 Volkswagen Golf GLS WELL MAINTAINED CAR!!, With msrp of $20,000 when new. BEST OF ALL WE ARE SELLING THIS 2005 Volkswagen Golf GLS 5Doors AT NO RESERVE & STARTING AT JUST $99! That's right this  GOLF GLS will be SOLD REGARDLESS OF PRICE this week on eBay. Thanks for looking & good luck with the bidding.

                                                   
                                     
                     

                     
                     
                                              
                              ***PHOTO GALLERY***                             
                                       
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
                             
                   
                     

                                                                       
                                                 
                   
                     

                                                                       
                                                 
                                                                     
                                                                           

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                   
                     

                                                                       
                                                 
                                 
                                                                      
                                          ***RULES & REGULATIONS***                                         
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         

                                                                                 

Who are you? We  work very hard to make you happy and make sure you have an enjoyable eBay purchase! We are located at 12 Birch Lane Greenwich ct 06830 . If you need directions from your location to ours just go to Mapquest. You are always welcome to come by and see the vehicle, but not all vehicles are on site at all times as it may still be out during the auction. So please let us know in advance if you are coming to see a this vehicle so it will be there for you to view.
                                                                             

                       

What about any questions I may have? If you have any questions about this vehicles  please email us. Please make sure the email address you have on file with eBay is current. If it is not current when we reply it will bounce back and you will not get a response of course. We answer emails in a timely manner. If you do not hear from us it is not because we did not answer you, it is an email issue.

                       
                       

                   

                        Can anyone bid? We welcome all registered eBay bidders to participate in this auctions. Yes, even all INTERNATIONAL bidders are welcome too! While many sellers will not sell to International bidders, we do! not only just in Canada, but all over the world! Please be advised however that in most cases International bidders will have to arrange their own shipment of the vehicle out of the country, but we will help when we can.                        

                   

                        What should I expect when buying a used vehicle? This is a reminder to all bidders. These vehicles are USED vehicles and are not new. Please expect a certain amount of wear, use, and flaws as is standard on ANY used car. All used cars including this one may have dings, nicks, chips, glass marks, fading, scratches, paintwork, accident history, rust, wheel or rim imperfections, or any other issues that are associated with use that is consistent with age and mileage of the vehicle. Obviously a car that is 10 years old will show more wear and have more flaws than one that is 2 years old. We will not be responsible for these minor accessories. These items are all replaceable at any local factory dealer, electronic store, or even on eBay.                          

                   

                         

Can you explain your as-is / warranty policy? vehicle is being sold as-is, where is with no warranty, expressed or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for correctness of description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. Any and all descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. Your bid is binding under applicable statute. The buyer assumes all responsibility for all defects known and unknown. The seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs, defects or damages pre-existing or otherwise regardless of any oral or written statements about the vehicle. The buyer has no right of rescission and is not entitled to any compensation for known or unknown, or disclosed, or undisclosed damage or repairs. Do not bid if you are not prepared to conclude your purchase. All information and comments contained within the vehicle listings are deemed reliable, but are not guaranteed. We try very hard to make sure they are as accurate as possible. If an option or feature is not listed in the ad or you do not see it in the pictures, then the vehicle most likely does not have that option or feature. We do not want you to be unhappy with your purchase but at the same time you have to understand what "AS-IS" means. It means sold without warranty - no exceptions. Most cars are sold at wholesale prices, many way below book prices. Therefore there is minimum profit at best and as such we can not afford to warranty the vehicle as if you had purchased it off a retail lot at full list price. Remember  the car may be new to you but that doesn't change the fact that they are used cars and repairs can be needed at any time regardless of how short a time period you have owned the car. While we try to service any known defects it is still possible for used vehicles to need service or repairs the first days or weeks of ownership. All cars are used machines and used machines need general repairs on a regular basis many times without prior warning. This is especially true for name brand highline & exotic vehicles that have more elaborate features and systems. Also repairs are more common on say a 10 year old model car as opposed to a 2 or 3 year old model car since they cost significantly less than a newer car. Obviously the older the car the more possible this is of happening. What you have just read is basically common sense, but there are some people who don't understand this so this is why we have spelled it out in plain English.
                                                 

                         

Can I see or inspect the vehicle in person? Prospective bidders are always welcome to come view or arrange on site inspections of the vehicle they are interested in BEFORE the close of the auction. Once the auction has ended the vehicle is now considered sold and we do not permit any post sales inspections at that point.
                                                 

                         

Do you end auctions early? We reserve the right to end any auction early should we deem it necessary. However this is quite rare and occurs in less than 2% of all listings. But occasionally we have to end an auction early because we made an error in the vehicles options, description, warranty, or have a title issue. Also any bid retractions within the last half of the remainder of the auction are subject to be ended early at our discretion. We further reserve the right to refuse the sale of any vehicle to any bidder or buyer at our discretion should we deem it necessary.
                                                 

                         

What are the technical legal terms? Venue for any legal action such as claims, motions, litigation, settlements, or any legal action associated with this sale from either the buyer or seller is to take place in the State of connecticut greenwich Courthouse. By bidding on this auction the bidder / buyer agrees that any legal action will be heard in the Greenwich ct. Buyer agrees to be responsible for all legal costs including but not limited to court costs, expenses, attorney fees, cost of process service, and any other cost associated with the normal course of business. Should debt collection be necessary buyer agrees to pay 1 1/2 % interest per month or an annual rate of 18% until the debt is collected and paid in full. Should the vehicle need to be repossessed the buyer will be responsible for all costs associated with recovering the vehicle and the buyer will also be responsible for any damages to the vehicle. By entering into this contract the bidder warrants that they are at least 18 years of age and are financially capable of completing this purchase.
                                                 

                         

How do I pay for the vehicle? $500 Deposit with-in 24hr The remaining balance of the purchase price MUST be paid for by Wire Transfer, cashiers check (like you would get from most banks & credit unions), or bank wire transfer, personal checks, credit cards, drafts, escrow services. Some services such as E-Loan or HSBC place demands on their loans that we can not meet. For example sometimes they require the borrower to only purchase a vehicle in the state they reside and that of course would make it impossible for most bidders &ourselves to comply. So again, we work very hard to make the process go smoothly & quickly just let us know upfront if you have any special needs so we can help out. If you arrive to pick up your vehicle and do not have an acceptable form of payment you will be denied delivery of the vehicle. This means you will have to go home without the vehicle or stay over in connecticut until acceptable payment is received. Do not let this happen to you, just follow our simple rules pf payment to ensure a smooth delivery of your new vehicle. These are the only forms of payment that we accept, so if they are not acceptable to you then please do not bid. Final payment must be made within 3 days of the close of the auction. There are no refunds or cancellations once payment has been made as all sales are final on all eBay related transactions.
                                                 

                         

Are there any other fees? We do not collect any taxes from any buyers. We do charge a small $95 fee for international bidder , We charge this fee to help defray the cost of the International,  including Canada  due to the extra costs associated with completing those sales. Things such as international phone calls, faxes, UPS packs, and wire transfer fees add up quickly for us when doing business outside of the U.S.A. So in summary all you pay to us is the winning bid price + $95.
                                                 

                         

Do you require a deposit from me? We require that a deposit be made to secure the transaction by the end of the next business day. This means that if you win the auction for any given vehicle at 10PM on a Monday night then the $500 deposit is due by 5PM the following night (Tuesday)  The deposit is to be made via PayPal or credit cards. If you do not have a PayPal account we will be happy work with you depending on each buyers unique situation. Should any buyer fail to make this deposit or to make other arrangements with us by 5PM we reserve the right to offer or sell the vehicle to another bidder or buyer as we deem necessary. Also should the buyer fail to make this deposit or make other arrangements with us by 5PM we reserve the right to cancel the transaction. If a buyer pays the deposit, but does not complete the transaction for any other reason, then the deposit is not refundable.
                                                 

                         

Can we arrange financing for me or take my trade in? We do not offer any financing through the dealership. Please have all loan and financing arrangements in place before you bid. Also we do not accept trade ins on our auction sales due to the limitations of the auction process.
                                                     

                         

How does shipping work? Vehicle shipping is the responsibility of the buyer of the vehicle. You are welcome to use any transporter you choose to come pick up the vehicle from our us. If you do not have a transporter we may be able to suggest one for you. Also you can do a web search for vehicle transporters for a greater selection. We can take the vehicle to the shipping terminals or shipping ports. car must be picked up at Greenwich ct  Monday - Saturday. Pricing and delivery times are between you and your shipper. Average shipping time is 5 - 15 days depending on many different factors. It is recommended that exotic or high dollar vehicles be shipped enclosed (but that is a personal choice).PLEASE NOTE: Approx. 1/2 of cars are transported, and these cars can have no more than 1/4 tank of fuel to help the weight down on the transport trucks.

                         

                   

                          p>What happens after I win the auction? At the close of the auction please email us with your intention of payment. At this time we will ask for your credit card information and charge to your account the $500 deposit if you dont have paypal. Once this is done all we need to do is schedule a time for delivery. Please give us 24 hours notice if possible so we can detail & prepare your vehicle for delivery.
                                                                          

When can I pick up my vehicle? If you are planning to pick up the vehicle in person, any time after 5pm mon thru friday. If these hours do not suit your needs, then please arrange to have your vehicle shipped. These are the ONLY hours we will be delivering vehicle. We will have all required paperwork ready for you upon your arrival for a speedy delivery. Please give us 24 hours notice if possible so we can detail & prepare your vehicle for delivery.

                         

 

                         

What if I can not come to your home to pick up my vehicle & I wish to have it shipped to me? If you are shipping your vehicle we will UPS (or FedEx) all necessary paperwork to you after full payment. At this time you can arrange shipping for your vehicle or if you have already done so you may let your shipper know that the vehicle has been paid for and is now cleared for pick up. Please try to give us (or have your transporter give us) 24 hours notice before pick up so we can have your vehicle detailed for you before it leaves our dealership. Please note that even though we detail the car before it leaves, cars that have a great distance to travel will usually still get dirty from road debris or unforeseen weather conditions while traveling from state to state.

                         

Will you leave me positive feedback? We are always happy to leave you positive feedback once the transaction is complete. We hope you too will leave us positive feedback and give us a 5 star rating as well.

                         

Anything else I should know? By bidding on the above vehicle or by purchasing the above vehicle, bidder / buyer acknowledges all eBay rules and the rules and regulations as stated in this listing . By placing your bid you accept all rules as listed above and understand there are no refunds or cancellations, as your bid is a legal and binding agreement, (as stated in the eBay User Guidelines).

                         

One more thing, will buying a vehicle on eBay be easy & fun? We think so, If we can do anything to help make your purchase easier just ask and we will do our best to accommodate you. Purchasing a vehicle on eBay is not only a great way to get a great deal it is also a lot of fun and we do everything we can to make it as simple and enjoyable as possible. Thank You! Thank You!

                                                         
                                                                               
                                   
                                                      
                       
                 
                   
   

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VW announces reworked 6.0 W12 TSI engine

Mon, May 11 2015

Nobody makes more engines with a dozen cylinders than the Volkswagen Group. They're W12s, of course, owing to the novel shape of their cylinder banks. Now the German industrial giant has announced a comprehensively reworked version of that engine at the same Vienna Motor Symposium where it presented its new 2.0-liter turbo four. The new W12 retains the same arrangement and the same 6.0-liter displacement, but updates it all with the latest powertrain tech. In place of Audi's FSI direct injection and Bentley's TMPI multi-point injection, the engine has adopted a new TSI system. It's also got a pair of new twin-scroll turbochargers, APS-coated cylinders, a new cooling system, active engine mounts, cylinder deactivation, and a stop/start system. And – crucially for application in the upcoming Bentayga – it has an oil circuit designed for off-road use. The revised package now produces 600 horsepower and 664 pound-feet of torque. Considerably more than the 567 hp and 516 lb-ft offered in the Bentley Continental GT W12, but less than the GT Speed, which we suspect will get an even more powerful version of this new engine. It's also more powerful than even the top version of Audi and Bentley's 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8, to make the W12 a more compelling option. Of course that's just as far as the Continental GT is concerned. The W12 has also found use in the Continental GTC and Flying Spur, as well as the Volkswagen Phaeton and Audi A8, and could find further applications under the Flying B emblem and elsewhere in the future. VW says that in the right application (say, in the production version of the Bentley EXP 10 Speed 6 concept, for example), the new twelve-pot could deliver 0-62 times of under four seconds and a top speed in excess of 186 miles per hour. Volkswagen at the 36th International Vienna Motor Symposium Dr. Heinz-Jakob Neusser: "The car of the future will continue to fascinate people" - CO2 reduction, electromobility and digitalisation are the greatest challenges facing the automotive industry - The future of the internal combustion engine will be characterised by high rpm diesel and high-performance three-cylinder TSI engines - Laser roughening – innovative coating process in large-scale production - New 6.0 W12 TSI with 447 kW (608 PS) – performance and refinement - New generation of EU6 TDI engines for light-duty vehicles Dr.

VW recalls another 6,700 vehicles over fuel leak [UPDATE]

Mon, Feb 2 2015

UPDATE: An earlier version of this post suggested that the expanded recall involved an additional 44,658 units, when VW tells us that is in fact the total number - adding a further 6,679 to the original recall of 37,979. The text below has been updated accordingly, with our apologies for the confusion. It was a little over a month ago that Volkswagen issued a recall for some 38,000 vehicles over a potential fuel leak. Now the German automaker and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration have expanded that recall, affecting even more vehicles for the same issue. The problem revolves around a sealing cap at the fuel rail, which could fail and cause fuel to leak into the engine compartment, thereby increasing the risk of a fire. This time around, VW is calling in a selection of Jettas, Passats, Golfs, GTIs, Beetles and Beetle Convertibles, all of them from the 2014 and 2015 model years (except the Golf and GTI, of which only 2015 models are being recalled). The recall now affects an estimated additional 6,679 units, which (in addition to the 37,979 recalled previously) brings the total up to 44,658 vehicles across the United States. RECALL Subject : Fuel Leaking Into Engine Compartment Report Receipt Date: JAN 23, 2015 NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V028000 Component(s): FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Potential Number of Units Affected: 44,658 Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. SUMMARY: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jetta vehicles manufactured March 28, 2014, to November 24, 2014, 2014-2015 Passat vehicles manufactured April 7, 2014, to November 18, 2014, 2015 Golf and GTI vehicles manufactured July 1, 2014, to November 20, 2014, and 2014-2015 Beetle and Beetle Convertible vehicles manufactured March 31, 2014, to November 27, 2014. A sealing cap at the fuel rail may fail, allowing fuel to leak into the engine compartment. CONSEQUENCE: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a vehicle fire. REMEDY: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rails with new parts, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in early February 2015. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24BL. Note: This recall expands and supersedes recall 14V-809 (Volkswagen recall number 24Bi) and only affects vehicles not previously repaired under that campaign.

VW may move production because of Russia's cutoff of natural gas

Sun, Sep 25 2022

Volkswagen AG is exploring ways to counter a shortage in natural gas, including shifting production around its network of global facilities, signaling how the energy crisis unleashed by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine threatens to upend EuropeÂ’s industrial landscape. Volkswagen, EuropeÂ’s biggest carmaker, said Thursday that reallocating some of its production was one of the options available in the medium term if gas shortages last much beyond this winter. The company has major factories in Germany, the Czech Republic and Slovakia, which are among European countries most reliant on Russian gas, as well as facilities in southern Europe that source energy from elsewhere. “As mid-term alternatives, we are focusing on greater localization, relocation of manufacturing capacity, or technical alternatives, similar to what is already common practice in the context of challenges related to semiconductor shortages and other recent supply chain disruptions,” Geng Wu, VolkswagenÂ’s head of purchasing, said in a statement.  RussiaÂ’s decision to throttle gas supplies to Europe has raised concerns that Germany might be forced to ration its fuel. Recent news that gas storage levels hit 90% ahead of schedule has soothed fears of acute shortages this winter, but Germany faces a challenge in replenishing depleted reserves next summer without contributions from Russia. Southwestern Europe or coastal zones of northern Europe, both of which have better access to seaborne liquefied natural gas cargoes, could be the beneficiaries of any production shift, a Volkswagen spokesman said by phone. The Volkswagen group already operates car factories in Portugal, Spain and Belgium, countries that host LNG terminals. Labor hurdles To be sure, any major production shift away from EuropeÂ’s biggest economy would face significant hurdles. VW has some 295,000 employees in Germany and worker representatives account for around half the companyÂ’s 20-member supervisory board. Any shift in production would likely involve a limited number of vehicles rather than wholesale factory shutdowns. While gas supplies for VWÂ’s plants are currently secured, the company has identified potential savings at its European sites to cut gas consumption by a “mid-double-digit percentage,” said Michael Heinemann, managing director of VWÂ’s power-plant unit. Still, the carmaker said it was concerned about the effect high gas prices could have on its suppliers.