First unveiled in 2001 at the Tokyo Motorshow, the Volkswagen Nardo concept sports a 6.0L W12 engine that generates 600hp, rocketing it from 0-60 in just 3.5-seconds. Video after the break. Click here for first picture in gallery.

…curb weight of just 1,200kg. This meant that it could reach 62mph in just 3.5 seconds and a top speed of 217mph. We’re still not completely sure why VW built it but it sure makes for some interesting viewing

[via Motorauthority]