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SYR, 05/09/2002
1999 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Hatchback
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THIS CAR IS A PIECE OF S... THANK GOD HAS A WARRATY COVERAGE. AS SOON AS MY WARRANTY IS UP, I'M SELLING IT.
liked it in general but several problems
cchrissyy, 01/30/2003
1999 Volkswagen New Beetle GL 2dr Hatchback
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I enjoyed driving the beetle because it was responsive and comfortable. However, we had reliability probems literally from day 1 until the last day, when we picked it up from a service apointment and drove it to be traded-in! I would have kept it longer but we outgrew it- afetr 4 weeks of a baby riding in the back, enouh was enough! we needed a 4-door.
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Don't Be Fooled By Good Looks
bobk, 02/11/2003
1999 Volkswagen New Beetle GL 2dr Hatchback
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I've owned two older Beetles (63-69)and a 91 Jetta. As you can see I like VW's. I fell in love with the New Beetle's looks and overlooked its flaws. After 66k miles I have to admit I made a huge and costly mistake. Problems include 2 blown headlights, both power window switches broken, passenger power window won't go up, uses alot of oil, dead battery while driving, replace starter and moisture in oil. I've found out since that these are normal problems for New Beetle owners. During all of this VW won't do anything!
A Mexican car with plastic fenders.
GaryinVT, 04/16/2002
1999 Volkswagen New Beetle GL 2dr Hatchback
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Leased my New Beetle new. I've only had a few problems (gas gauge and oxygen sensor), but the after owning it for a while I can tell everything was built to the minimum standard. If you've ever had a Honda or Toyota you would laugh at this flimsy thing. Thankfully mine is just the 2.0 liter, as the turbos and diesels need a new clutch every 20- 30k miles.
Could ANYTHING else break on this car???
T., 05/16/2002
1999 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
When I purchased this car, I was under the impression that Volkswagon made reliable cars. Not the case. I have spent thousands of dollars in repairs in the last six months. I have had a new oil pan, power window mechanisms, power lockes replaced, air flow something or other, fuel injector corrected, exhaust system replaced, vanity mirrors light mechanism had to be replaced, on and on and on. Just when you think you are past the repair slump, something else happens! Now, I am dumping this car and buying a Toyota again!
The car is cool!!
ldfuller, 02/21/2003
1999 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Hatchback
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I've wanted a Beetle from the first time I heard about them. I got my wish. The only problems I've had with the car were not because of manufacturing it was because the dealership sold me a car that had been damaged and repaired. I absolutely LOVE my Beetle. Everyone should drive one. Okay not everyone, Just me the PRINCESS :D
No where to go
Slugbug flu, 09/21/2003
1999 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Hatchback
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Problems from the start. The gas cap will not release. Battery died just after 2 years old. Dont ever jump start! A/C fan is dead. Starter dead. Brake cover fell off as did the mirrow button. Now the car has been in the shop 5 times for a over heating problem that they cant even seem to fix. The car has been a problem from the start. I have so many other things just no more room. VW hirer better engineers.
Save Yourself
Thomas Davis, 11/05/2003
1999 Volkswagen New Beetle GLX 1.8T Turbo 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The reliablity of this model is far below expectations, requiring over $5,000 of repairs in the past 4 years especially exhaust windows and amenities and gear shift/gear train. Stay away from this lemon!
Owners found short love affair
Terry Poole, 12/22/2003
1999 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car started out as a gem. The problem experienced are the same as most bug owners( window switch, window track, mirror knob, dead battery, trim coming off, abnormal tire wear, The worst being it burns oil and intermittantly runs hot. The dealers cant seem to correct the the last two issues.
don't buy!!!!!!
nothinggood, 07/27/2002
1999 Volkswagen New Beetle GL 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I will never buy another VW again, something is always going wrong with my car!!! Don't buy one!