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Used 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle Hatchback Consumer Reviews

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3.63 out of 5 stars

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knothead, 08/12/2002
2000 Volkswagen New Beetle GLX 1.8T Turbo 2dr Hatchback
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In two years and 15000 miles the following problems: 1. gas cap remote did not work at time of delivery; 2.driver's side door grip flaked off; 3. driver's side window control died; 4. mass air sensor went out.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Enjoyed the car!

SilverStarC230K, 08/14/2002
2000 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Hatchback
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I have had this car for 2 1/2 years and finally selling it. I enjoyed the car. Wasn't quite as reliable as you might expect a car under 3 yrs old, but it is a fun car to drive. I had no major mechanical issues, just minor things. I considered buying a '02 TurboS, but instead bought a '03 C230K. Will be sad to see my car go, it was a lot of fun drive. The 2.0 (2.slow) has some pep, but you would expect better gas mileage. Roomy, fun to drive, and retro styling is very cool!

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3 out of 5 stars

Cute but crappy

luvely21, 11/05/2009
2000 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Hatchback
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Took it in the next day after purchase to service the driver window because it didn't want to go up.The interior melts in the sun.Switches in the car fall off,like window switches. Cupholders detach therefore, i have a big orange juice stain on the passenger floor.Replaced both headlights at least once every year, very expensive, due to labor.VW made it difficult for customers to do themselves.Head of car hit pavement going over bumps.Forgot how many times I took it to get something fixed or replaced.AC filter needed to be cleaned within the 1st year and VW charged me for that. Hubcaps fell off in the 1st year of ownership.I hate this car.Even my Sentra from the 80's treated me better.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

My Blue Bug

DustyJones, 08/15/2002
2000 Volkswagen New Beetle GL 2dr Hatchback
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A lot of bang for the buck. I am a 6 foot, 240 lb male and have to say that the bug is the most comfortable and roomy car in its class. There's plenty of head and leg room up front. This is the most enjoyable aspect of my experience thus far, but don't think for a minute that it ends there. The car has been extremely reliable and I've found it quite a blast to drive. The 5 speed manual transmission has plenty of pep and is quite comfortable cruising at 90mph.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Beauty!

Leonine, 08/18/2002
2000 Volkswagen New Beetle GLX 1.8T Turbo 2dr Hatchback
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Read the other reviews, problem is crappy dealers not the car. They should be able to have them fixed the first time or so. Mine's been very reliable since 1999, only a few minor glitches. Would I buy another? I am. Two New Beetles. Love 'em!

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