I was told ALL anniversary cars had the 9 thread heads. Again, this is hear-say so no proof. Hopefully OP will chime in with confirmation.
OP, I am from central IL and have a DSG coupe that just rolled 30K, Gen3 2.9 whip, Fore return system, RXT clutch, Kooks LT w/X-pipe, E85 and 93 tunes...
I have a DSG with JUST under 30K on it. Gen3 2.9 standard whip and a long list of mods. Do not need to sell, but I don't drive it lol so may entertain letting it go. I am in central IL, however.
I have a DSG with just under 30K. I am about 3 hrs away in central IL. I do not need to sell, but I do not drive it so I may part with it for the right money. Stock longblock, gen 3 standard inlet 2.9 whipple, Fore return fuel system, RXT McLeod clutch, 26 spline input shaft, full exhaust...
There was a guy on FB that was selling his, had under 40K miles but was fairly well built (big blower, cams, fuel system, clutch, trans upgrades, wheels, and so-on). I believe it was located in Cali too. I can PM you his name if you have any interest. Last I saw he was looking for high 40's...