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Used 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Just Buggin'

lisa surdyka, 11/07/2006
Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

It is just such a cute car and it is so fun to drive. There is not a day that goes by that someone doesn't comment on my Beetle.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

VW Beetle ~ Still Alive & Kickn'

Azure, 05/28/2005
Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

It's simple. In the 60's and 70's I loved my various VW Bugs, so why not try an updated version? I really feel at home in this car, and I suppose at least in part, that has to do with the fact that my comparatively free-living past is elicited in the experience of driving the new convertible Beetle! (This is also my first VW convertible!) Great gas mileage and most of all the front wheel drive is a welcome change, which at first I feared would ruin it. Also, I strongly suggest spending a little extra for the *turbo.* I have had it with & without. Trust me ~ the extra cash spent is well worth it!

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5 out of 5 stars

Fun Car

Joe, 01/29/2005
Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Dealer delivered on all promises. Car came with zero delivery defects. Handles great, fun to drive, looks good, and gets great gas milage. It's a blast to drive and I look forward to going places in it. With the reliablity rating from Consumer Reports, I was a little worried, but it seems as if all the "bugs" are out of the New Beetle with the 2005 model, and so far it's 100%. Get one, you'll love it, especially the convertible!

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4 out of 5 stars

Solid fun car

Pickles , Atlanta, GA, 03/24/2023
Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

2005 volkswagen beetle convertible purchased 3rd owner with 105,000 miles. Windshield wiper motor was weak $82 motor replaced myself easy to do.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Fun, can't wait until the top comes down

Diane Frank, 02/19/2005
Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I feel safe and comfortable in this car. It is so much fun to drive. I get a lot of compliments, too. It is classy looking as well. I feel like I am driving an expensive well built car.

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