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I took this car out for a test drive to put my wife off buying one...but i really enjoyed it. It was a 2.0 dark blue with white leather interior, 6 cd changer and air con. I bought it on finance... more

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Rating Summary based on 16 reviews

  • 5 Stars
    		6
  • 4 Stars
    		8
  • 3 Stars
    		1
  • 2 Stars
    		0
  • 1 Star
    		1

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  • Fuel consumption
  • Looks
  • Road Handling
  		• 3.7
  		• 3.8
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  		• 4.9
  		• 4.0
  • 30 of 30 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Safehands

    5 Stars NO UGLY BUG 20/10/2001
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Chunky build quality, grin factor

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Rear passenger headroom

    My review of the new shape VW Beetle (1.6). I'm assuming there's one of three reasons you're reading this review. One, you're thinking about buying a new Beetle. Two, you've bought one and you're simply seeking reaffirmation of your decision - marketers call this post-purchase dissonance. Or hey,you're just randomly browsing. This review is intended to help prospective buyers, but Beetle owners may find reaffirmation and browsers some interesting VeeDubya factoids. OK, I could tell you about my nostalgic fondness for the old Beetle, reminisce about the Beetle my Mum drove me to school in 1972 ... more
  • 13 of 13 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Level 2 170driver

    Member since 02/04/2004

    Reviews written: 29

    4 Stars Funky styles, superb drive you can't go wrong 21/03/2006
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages FUNKY STYLINGS, SUPERB DRIVE, HIGH QUALITY

    Disadvantages Disadvantages NON IMPRESSIVE ECONOMY, NEEDS MORE EQUIPMENT FOR THE MONEY

    Test model VW Beetle 1.6 Luna Reg No. DU54 LGD Mileage 9,100 Actual 0-60: 10.2 Obtained MPH: 125mph The beetle is a popular face on the UK roads. And why not? It is attractive and funky looking. One thing I have learned is that you either love them or hate them We have been fortunate to get hold of a 2004 model which had a few revisions up to the new model release this year. The main difference between our model and earlier models is the indicators on the revised door mirrors. It had 8000 miles on the clock when we picked it up and it cost us £8,995 not bad for a 2004 model in silver with ... more
  • 10 of 10 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    lizzyb21

    5 Stars my beloved versatile bug!! 05/01/2005
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages excellent quality and value, stylish good looks.

    Disadvantages Disadvantages only 3 doors.

    I've had my '02 1.6 beetle for almost 3 years, and from the moment I drove it home I've fully enjoyed my purchase. I opted for the basic 1.6 model, but added alloys and a 6 cd auto changer. I wanted a very understated colour and went for black, a choice which I love and hate. When it's clean, I love looking at it, when it's dirty it looks dull and bland. The interior trim is very hard waring and suitably smart, all the instruments have a very chunky quality feel to them (considering the very modist on the road price of £11500.) I have not found the headroom in the back to be a problem, but my ... more
  • 14 of 14 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    sadcrab

    4 Stars Love Bug 25/02/2001
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages A whole new experience. Original (stand Out from the Crowd). Cost of replacement parts. Buy it only if you can live with it's older design features.

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Fuel economy Driving Position Safety

    The Volkswagen type 1 better known as the Beetle. A two door four seater car with the engine in the boot! The engine came in several sizes, the range included the 1200 1300 1500 and 1600. The most common engine was the 1300 which came in two versions depending on year of manufacture. I’ve had three VW Beetles all of them 1300 versions (I did put a 1500 engine into the first Beetle I had). I fell in love with the shape of the car and I suppose that is why I perservered with them because looking back the cars were not particularly reliable(proably due to their age). Any major work on the ... more
  • 13 of 13 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Level 7 brereton66

    Member since 04/08/2003

    Reviews written: 126

    4 Stars Owning a New Beetle 29/11/2005
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Looks, looks, reliability, driving experience and yes, looks

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Practicality - but who cares?

    Model: New Beetle 1.6 Year: 2002 (purchased second hand 2005) The buying decision: A new job required an eighty mile daily commute so I wanted a car that was comfortable, reliable and fun to own. It was not going to be the main family car so practicality wasn't the first priority but I did want to buy from a showroom or forecourt for the warranty. The choice: With a budget of between £7-8k I was looking for a car 3-4 years old. I was initially looking for a high volume small family hatch like a Focus, Leon or 306 none of which are particularly fun to own. The decision: Leons and 306s are ... more

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Body Type Hatchback
Fuel Type Petrol
Range Volkswagen New Beetle, Volkswagen Beetle
Range + Engine Type New Beetle 1.6, Beetle 1.6
Manufacturer Volkswagen

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  • mkay27 4/6/2010 00:46:26

    How many miles can I get out of my 2000 VW New Beetle?

    I am 90% sure I am buying a used 2000 VW New Beetle GLS 1.8T. I am reading a lot of mixed reviews but have not been able to find anything on how long these cars typically run for. Yes, I understand it is usually contingent upon the maintenance work which the owner has kept up meticulously, however it has 118,000 miles on it and I am unsure how many more I will get out of it?

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