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Used 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle Consumer Reviews

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3.5 out of 5 stars

A lemon in the making???

RyanS, 07/25/2003
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
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After the long wait for the Convertible Bug. You would think that they could get the top right! I mean afterall the car is approaching 30K and yes its a BUG! I purchased this car in April 03. Since then the car has been in for service 4 times. From the top jamming/breaking, to the Transmition and tiptronic failing. THis car has been a nightmare. VW service and parts is a total disaster. They dont even carry as much as a cigarette lighter that isnt on back order. It was so exciting to get this car only to be a great disappointment. you might spend more time with a service rental.. then your own vehicle.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

b a vw bug

debra e, 10/28/2003
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GL 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

4 words...I love my bug...If you like attention...buy this car. I am stopped at least once a day by someone telling my how cute it is.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Good so far

JMorr, 07/26/2003
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLX 2dr Convertible (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
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A great car so far. The design and engineering are terrific for the price. Car drives well and has quite a few features for the price.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

I love this car!

Ron Bruce, 10/09/2003
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I just sold my Audi 4000S which I had for 19 years. I was nervous about getting this New Beetle, but I took the plunge. Three months and 5,300 miles later, I am so delighted with it. Even though it has plenty of power, people do not expect it to be a hill climber or a speeder, and so I think it is cut some slack surveillance-wise.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

I love my Bug!

BugLove, 11/01/2003
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLX 1.8T 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

My New Beetle has been absolutely wonderful. I have driven sports cars all my life, and I don't feel that they truly reflected who I am. They were fast, not very safe, and gas guzzlers. My new beetle however, is reliable, environmentally friendly, and very very cute.

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