Used 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle Consumer Reviews
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My Red Bug
jbm, 07/26/2002
1998 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatchback
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This is our third car. I drive a Cadillac Seville and the husband drives a Chevy Tahoe...actually it is our 4th car...we also have a 1973 Super Beetle Convertible. I have so much fun in this car. I don't drive it much...only 16,000 miles in four years. I'll keep it forever I guess.
cute but dont buy
Cheer Chick, 08/18/2005
1998 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatchback
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I loved this car when i first bought it, but then after I had it for a week it was back in the shop. I've had the transmission replaced twice on this thing. The light bulbs keep goin out and the window buttons always break. My window broke while it was down which was horrible. The dealer always is really expensive too. My brake light switch went out too and I couldn't move my car. This car spends more time in the shop then it does on the road! VW seriously needs to rethink some ideas on the Bug. My interior door handles are pealing and the cup holders stink. I can't even put any drink besides a can in there. It also needs more horspower. It has horrible acceleration! Don't buy a new Beetle.
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New Beetle Blues
KatyGrl1, 10/21/2005
1998 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatchback
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Never buy a first-year model. I made the mistake once and will not do it again. The VW Beetle was fun to drive but highly undependable. Little, silly things broke all of the time and all over the place. It guzzled oil as well. Don't be lured by the adorable body style and catchy ads.
fun but there is a price to pay
johnblaze03, 08/02/2002
1998 Volkswagen New Beetle 2dr Hatchback
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I was so excited when I picked up my black 98 Beetle from the dealership. However, this feeling quickly turned to frustration after multiple problems with this "car"... 1) car would not start--later determined the engine fan was running almost 24 hours a day, thus killing the battery. 2) "check engine" light came on, nothing determined to be wrong with the car at that time. Very frustrating problem that causes many headaches. 3) drivers side window would not come up, part took over 3 weeks to get in. 4) when I shifted to 4th gear, and odd clicking noise would come from the engine
Silver 5 speed in VA
phylnurs, 01/08/2004
1998 Volkswagen New Beetle TDi 2dr Hatchback
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I have had my vehicle for about 1 1/2 years. It only had 14000 miles on it at the time so I have spent alot of time in it. I am considering upgrading to a newer one of the same type. I bought for the fel efficiency and it has been great! People smile when they see on of these cars pull in near them. Kids love "punch buggies" too :)