Used 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle GL 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews
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Why I regret buying the 2005 Volkswagon New Beetle
javidiaz, Halethorpe, MD, 05/19/2012
Volkswagen New Beetle GL 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
40 of 44 people found this review helpful
I made the huge mistake of purchasing a 2005 Volkswagon New Beetle last year. This was a used car meant to be a small retirement gift to myself, and a year later, after 4 visits to the mechanic, $2500.00 dollars in repairs and a looming transmission problem, I am now faced with having to trade this blue nightmare in for a more reliable car. Any smile I had on my face was wiped off by the pure unreliable nature of this vehicle and what this year of driving what I consider the worst vehicle ever made has been to me. I have owned Ford, Dodge, Honda, and never experienced a poorly engineered vehicle until I drove the 2005 VW New Beetle. Heed my review and stay away from these cars.
Bugs have "bugs"
Brian, 04/16/2005
Volkswagen New Beetle GL 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
All bugs have a problem with the radio, amp drains battery.All have seat belt light prblems.Convertibles have convertible top problems the top come apart around the window.The floor mat hold downs pop off. Vw and board walk have been contacted on these issue and they give me a different story everytime you talk to them. We have a grey convertible and a yellow hard top both 2004.
fun
pjh, 06/10/2005
Volkswagen New Beetle GL 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
A fun and responsive ride. Handles well at all speeds. Very quiet with top up and down.