2007 Volkswagen New Beetle Consumer Discussions

Volkswagen Beetle Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: vw convertible won't lock open [kyfdx]

  Written by: belaircarguy on Sep 5, 2010 7:45:23 AM

  2006 VW's all have a 4 year, 50,000 mile warranty. I own a 2007 Jetta, a 2008 New Beetle Convertible, both with this warranty. I also have a 2009 Jetta. In 2009 VW cut back to 3 years, 36,000 miles. Check it out on Edmunds for the year and vehicle for original warranty information. Bel Air Car Guy

• Re: vw convertible won't lock open [bettty45]

  Written by: belaircarguy on Sep 4, 2010 4:17:24 AM

  2006 VW cars should be under a 4 year, 50,000 mile warranty. This starts from the date the car was put in service. If you purchased the car new, then of course you know that date. If you purchased it used, I would take it to a VW dealer. They can check it on the computer records for VW and let you know if it is still in warranty. By the ... Read More

Volkswagen Beetle Body Work Problems

• Buy a new one?

  Written by: moto7 on Apr 25, 2008 4:00:37 PM

  My wife really wants a new beetle conv. but after reviewing some of the problems mentioned here, I'm a little cautious. Most of the serious and common problems seem to be with the 2004's. Does anyone know if Volks has corrected any of the consistent engineering/mfg issues like the windows, etc. on the newer models (2007, 2008)??. Is there a blog or website that informs of VW problem addressing?

Volkswagen Beetle Transmission Problems

• So long Volkswagen...

  Written by: rustidonell on Nov 28, 2007 10:10:30 PM

  My 15 year love affair with Volkswagen has officially come to an end. I would like to scream from the roof tops that this company doesn't back their product and does not care if they lose loyal customers. And I will never buy another car from them again. I leased a 2007 VW New Beetle in October of 2006. It is a 5 speed manual transmission. It has 10,000 miles on ... Read More

Volkswagen Beetle Electrical & Lighting Problems

• Re: EPC LIGHT [kaitross]

  Written by: olufsks22 on Nov 24, 2007 4:13:33 AM

  I was number 10 in this string of VW Beetle light issues back in April 2007. I have still not found out what the problem is and it is still ocurring. Recently I have had my red oil can light set off a loud siren which continues on a regular basis for hours - similar to the one that goes off briefly when you need gas only - louder and more ... Read More

Volkswagen Beetle Maintenance and Repair

• Volkswagen recalls nearly 800,000 cars!

  Written by: orbit9090 on Aug 21, 2007 7:40:22 PM

  NEWS: Volkswagen recalls nearly 800,000 cars Defective brake lights on Golf, GTI, Jetta, New Beetle and R32 are a potential safety hazard and should be replaced. February 26, 2007 - Around 800,000 Volkswagen vehicles have been recalled Monday because of faulty brake lights, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said. The 790,000 vehicles include Jettas, New Beetles, Golfs, GTIs and R32s...all in the United States. The specific years and models affected ... Read More

Volkswagen Beetle Lease Questions

• Re: MF and Residual Value New Beetle Convertible and Hard Top [drenga]

  Written by: Car_man on Sep 20, 2007 3:37:47 AM

  Greetings drenga. Volkswagen Credit's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for 36 month lease of a 2007 VW Beetle Convertible (non-Triple White) with 15,000 miles per year are .00043 and 58%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 48 month lease are .00108 and 50%. As you can see, the 36 month program is much more attractive right now. VW Credit's current buy rate lease money factor and ... Read More

• Re: VW Beetle Convertible - Auto, Pkg 1, Rubber Mats [apudiyap]

  Written by: cluelessinca on Sep 15, 2007 4:40:19 PM

  I could really use some help. I was just at the dealer looking at the new beetle conv. to see the $219 lease special, which of course, no cars are left at that price. I would lease a 2007 conv. but the price the dealer is quoting me is $100 over what the man you replied to earlier is saying he would pay. I would buy the car after the lease ... Read More

• Re: VW Beetle Convertible - Auto, Pkg 1, Rubber Mats [Car_man]

  Written by: apudiyap on Sep 12, 2007 3:56:04 PM

  Hi Car_Man, I am looking to lease a VW New Beetle Convertible for my wife from VW Sunnyvale, CA. Beetle convertible auto w/ package 1 and rubber mats MSRP of $25,499 including destination Invoice of $24,195 Purchase Price of $23,162 (He's saying the $750 VW lease cash does not apply for Sept. and that he's pricing it $1033 below invoice. Well, whatever :P ) Cap cost of $23737 (Including $575 lease ... Read More

• Specific on a lease in California

  Written by: 90angrybees on Jul 14, 2007 5:57:22 PM

  So my wife has come back from the dealerships with 3 cars she likes. Mini & VW lead, so, on the VW side we have, 2007 Beetle convert, triple White with everything. Cost $29,800 : 0 down = $405+tax 36 monthly payments. Dealer stated number could come down a bit once credit report is run. So what should I expect to negotiate: Edmunds new car with everything: $28,877 (what others are ... Read More

• Re: New Beetle Conv [raj11]

  Written by: Car_man on May 22, 2007 3:55:00 AM

  Hi raj11. Here's the information that you're looking for. Volkswagen Credit's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2007 VW Beetle Convertible with 15,000 miles per year are .00103 and 59%, respectively. While I am not intimately familiar with what the market is like for the Beetle Convertible right now, I suspect that you should not have much trouble negotiating a decent ... Read More

Volkswagen Beetle Maintenance and Repair

• Re: Help!! VW 2003 beetle convertable [dtan]

  Written by: cabriopimpin01 on May 13, 2007 7:37:42 AM

  my family has been buying VWs for over 25 years now, and we've ever model basically except the new beetles-anywhere between 1998-2007- They are the worst cars VW makes. Beetles and the 2000-2004 jettas are crazy massed produce so alot of stuff just over looked. i would suggest the Passats or golfs. I drive a 01Cabrio and love it. but the dont make those anymore. if your looking for a good ... Read More

Volkswagen Beetle Lease Questions

• Re: looking to lease 2007 new beatle auto pk 1 [spacehooker]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 18, 2006 3:41:16 AM

  Hi Lisa. I don't believe that Volkswagen is currently providing much in the way of lease support on the 2007 Beetle right now. Here's the information that you're looking for. VW Credit's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a non-convertible 2007 Volkswagen Beetle with 12,000 miles per year are .00299 and 62%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 39 month lease ... Read More

VW New Beetle (GL, GLS & GLX)

• VW Beetle Model changes

  Written by: jasmith52 on Jan 12, 2005 8:33:46 AM

  I understand that VW is going to upgrade the New Beetle with some design changes for both the interior and the exterior for the 2006 (or 2007 ?) model year.   Does anyone have any information on the design changes ??   A link to any information would be useful !