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Used 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle Consumer Reviews

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Buy a Bug!

michaels, 08/27/2003
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I love my convertible! I have wanted to get a new beatle for a while and I am happy I purchased it. The tiptronic is a fun way to speed up for merging and the S or Sport Mode is nice for country drives. While the GLS isn't going to win anybody over who just HAS to zoom everywhere they go, this bug has got some pep to it. An overall fun way to drive.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

A Breath of Fresh Air

Buglover, 08/24/2003
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GL 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Shortly after purchasing my bug, I made plans to drive from Chicago to California. A solo trip with diversions north and south of the direct route. I travelled through 13 states, through many twisting mountain passes and boiling deserts, and this car was atreat to drive! Tight turns on hairpin corners-she held at three times the recommended speed. National parks with a 360 degree view with the top down! Close enough to pet the buffalo at Custer State Park in SD. My bug handled the snow and off road terrain at Crazy Horse Monument. My 6CD changer and Monsoon sound system blasted and relieved other drivers from my questionable singing voice.

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3.5 out of 5 stars

lemon beetle

verna portugues, 04/19/2009
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have spent over $8,000 trying to get my beetle to stop jerking without avail. Now I have to spend another 6,000 to replace the transmission. And I still owe on the car. the beetle is a pretty car but not worth the hassle.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

2003 Bug - Sunroof

Bragi, 10/20/2004
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GL 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have enjoyed driving my 2003 bettle ever since I purchased it. The interior and exterior are both great and it is a lot of fun to drive. The interstates in Louisiana are often warped because of the hot temperatures and the bug does not handle the bumps well at high speed, other than that I don't have any complaints. It is a very reliable vehicle. The bottom clearance is low for the vechicle so you have to watch out for that. The trunk space is small but adequate and the fold-back rear seats provide more room if necessary. I enjoy having the windshield further away from the driver as it gives a more spacious feeling.

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5 out of 5 stars

I luv tha Beetle

Michele Pitkoff, 09/13/2003
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I love this car . It is so comfortable to drive and fun to drive.

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