Used 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews
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electronic issues
Heidi, 01/09/2010
Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Very disappointed in the electronics of my bug - it has had so many "bugs". I've had the seat belt/airbag sensors replaced, various other sensors, the catalytic converter and every time I get in it there's seems to be some dash light that comes on indicating a problem. The car has 75,000 miles on it and is a lot of fun to drive, but I'm not recommending purchasing a Beetle because of the issues it has had. I've written a letter to the headquarters regarding the issues along with receipts from my repairs. Every time I take it to the dealer they want to charge $80+ for diagnostics. I'm at the point now that I'm looking to purchase another vehicle because of the problems I've had.
My dream car
colinator, 06/08/2003
Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I keep forgetting that those cute guys aren't looking at me anymore, but the car!!! I use the car every day, and it got me through the blizzard and rain just fine. Now I am just waiting to use the best feature - skyline view, a little more often. The top goes up and down in a breeze (pardon the pun). Trunk space - there is enough for a trip to a shopping mall, but not much else. But that's what borrowing your friend's SUV is for anyway.
Beetle Convertible Punch Buggy
Berni, 11/06/2004
Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
8 of 19 people found this review helpful
Great fun car with space for 2 adults and 2 children. Easy to open/close top. Lots of extras.
Is it a Lemon?
Chel, 05/05/2007
Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought this car used with only 20,000 miles on it. My first car was the old VW, and ever since they came out with the new models I always wanted one. In the 13,000 miles I have put on it in one year, I have taken it to the shop 10 times. The manufacturers warranty has now run out (not due to mileage, but to age) and now I have to use the extended warranty I purchased from Carmax. But they don't know how to fix VW's so I must pay extra to take it to a dealer! (I was never informed of this!) I have had electrical problems with the windows, top problems where it wouldn't go up or come down at times, overheating problems (3 times!), now I am finished! I am trading in this car tomorrow!
blue bug
Blue Bug, 02/10/2004
Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love my convertible bug! However, the drivers window shattered due to a malfunction. Truly can't put alot in the vehicle but it's a fun car!
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