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4.88 out of 5 stars

I love the bug!

Laura, 05/28/2005
2005 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have had my VW Bug convertable for almost a year and a half and I totally love it! It drives smoothly, it looks hot, and you can get it in fun colors! I wouldnt be happier with any other car. Its fun and you will be more than happy to dirve it. I've never had any problems with it either, never! Enjoy the car, I know you will!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Fun the sun

Peach, 05/29/2005
2005 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I just bought my first convertible...I have always bought vws so i thought i would try out this NEW convertible vw...What a wonderful surprise...Its so much fun to drive and handles like a dream...The new colors are classy and i dont go anywhere without some telling me what a beautiful car it is ...Something tells me THIS ONE is a keeper... Thanks Volkswagen ...It going to be a FUN summer... Lee Anne

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Pili, Fun in the Sun

Esther P Dumenigo, 07/01/2005
2005 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I purchased my convertible a year ago and so far has been great, a pleasure to drive all year around. I was a little concerned about all the negatives reviews from other owners, but my experience with VW have been positive. The car feels very solid and offers a very quiet ride. The Beetle comes standard w/lots of standard safety features that other convertibles don't even offered. If you are looking for a solid, safe and fun to drive convertible, the Beetle is the one. It has the feel of a luxury car w/o the high sticker price.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Not your old Beetle

James Adams, 01/08/2005
2005 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 1.8T 2dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is my third new Beetle. In fact there are two in the family now. I love this car. It is so fun to drive! The quality of construction is second to none. It has excellent German technology and drives great. Don't be fooled by the size of the car. A 6'6" man can easily be comfortable inside. I love the way it performs. It is also very comfortable for those long trips. All those nice little touches and electronic gadets make it easy and fun to operate. It has a lot of convenience features. Like I said we have two in the family and won't hesitate to buy again. Two items that Volkswagen needs to add are: 1. A digital compass. 2. A coin holder. These are only minor inconveniences though.

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3.63 out of 5 stars

Paint Problems

Sean, 01/20/2006
2005 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I love my Beetle. I have always driven Cherolets, but I love my VW Bug. It is amazingly fun to drive and looks great...BUT...it has major paint issues. I have the Harvest Moon (Cream) colored Beetle. My front bumper has been in the shop six times in under a year's time! It has been very disappointing.

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