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by loguesmith
Nov 18 '03
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Handling, fun to drive, economical
Cons: Rides a bit rough, really only comfortable for 2
The Bottom Line: Great for singles and couples. Provides nostalgia for those who had Bugs when they were younger. Fun to drive.
1999 VW New Beetle Review In the spring of 1998, VW introduced the New Beetle to the North American market. Immediately, my wife wanted one. She drove an original Beetle when she was a teenager and had fond memories of the car. I, too, had a brief ...
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by lapook76
May 16 '02
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Fun to drive; safe; handles great; unique.
Cons: Minor mechanical glitches; no room in the back seat.
The Bottom Line: Owning a Bug is probably one of the most unique car-owning experiences you can have.
As the three year lease of my beloved yellow '99 GL New Beetle draws to a close, I thought I'd take a few minutes to reflect on my Bug-owning experience. Owning a Beetle is not like owning your average car, and I doubt that I'll ever own a car quite like...
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by Chuq
Sep 30 '99
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes
Pros: Incredibly fun to drive, looks great, feels great, peppy enough for me
Cons: Tiny side view mirrors, lousy cup holders
Lemme tell ya... this is one hell of a fun car to drive. It's fun to drive it alone, it's fun to drive your friends around in it, and it's just fun to be seen in.
But it's not only the looks. Granted, the looks are what grabbed me from the...
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by mindkill91
Jun 22 '02
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Much roomier than one would think, lots of get up and go
Cons: General maintenance is a little expensive
The Bottom Line: Outside of being safe and comfortable, it's just plain fun!
My family’s obsession with the New Beetle started about two years ago when my husband and I were still dating. Over the years we have amassed a collection of New Beetles (Matchbox size) that is over fifty strong. Finally we decided to go take a look at...
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by Abraxmed
Dec 27 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Kind of like that girl you dated in high school cheap and lots of fun.
Cons: Small, old and not very accident proof.
The Bottom Line: Great for your money and more fun than you know what to do with.
I will start this review by apologizing for the fact that I am actually reviewing the original Beetle, not the New Beetle who's category this will be placed under. This is due to the fact that, understandably due to its age, there is no specific ...
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by elsquatregats
Dec 31 '99
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Fun to drive, top-rated in safety
Cons: Small trunk, too much attention
Before I purchased my New Golf (see my review under its header), I owned a New Beetle from December of 1998 to April 1999. The car (1999 GLS 2.0)proved to be very nicely equipped, coming standard with power windows, door locks, remote mirrors, a six...
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by nvpatentlawyer
Sep 07 '01
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: No 
Pros: Cute. Roomy.
Cons: Unreliable, Expensive repairs.
The Bottom Line: Built in Mexico, it is plagued with problems that will keep you going back to the dealer for very expensive repairs.
I am an "early adopter." I'm the guy who buys the coolest thing as soon as it comes out. OK, that's my weakness. So, of course, I bought a new New Beetle when they came out in 1999. I was real proud of myself for saving thousands by getting it from...
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by sonja1211
Apr 27 '00
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: No
Pros: great look, great driving capabilities, good gas mileage, very easy to maneuver
Cons: very fragile, no room in the car for even 2 suitcases, prone to breakdowns
I bought my '99 red Beetle in October of '98. From the moment the car came out, I was in love with it. Determined to have it, I went to a dealership and got myself one!
The dealer experience should have been a sign, but I decided to...
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by rossbuggy
Jan 16 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Fun, Safe, Fun, Solid, Fun.
Cons: Tiny Back Seat
We've had our 1999 New Beetle since July of 1999 and we love it! Not only does it look great (with that unmistakable and classic Beetle shape) but it offers power, safety and economy in the most recognizable and cheerful package on the road today.
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by faeriewhispers
Jul 10 '06
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: No
Pros: Cute, good size for single person commuter car. Attracts attention.
Cons: Multiple electronic and other problems. Little back seat or trunk space. A true LEMON.
The Bottom Line: I would not buy another VW. Too many unwarranteed problems, and despite the claims, was never acknowledged under the Lemon Law.
I fell in love with the New Beetle when it was released in 1999, and just had to have it...car of the year! My goal was to keep it for 10 years. Just before the warranty expired, the check engine light came on, the oxygen sensor! ("must not have closed ...
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by 1eyedoc
Sep 13 '99
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Exterior/Interior Styling, Draws attention, fun to drive
Cons: Acceleration, Draws attention
I've had my white '99 GLS New Beetle for 7 months now. I love the styling of the vehicle both inside and out. You should not buy this car if you do not like attention. Although it's been out for almost two years now, I still get many turned heads and...
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by lmose
May 03 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Easy to drive, Accessible dashboard features
Cons: Have to like the look of the beetle
I work for a company driving all different kinds of cars. I recently drove one of these VW Beetles. I went in with a skeptical attitude, not at all expecting to like this car. However, my opinion soon changed. I can not tell you about it...
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by linux-yoach
Oct 29 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: Attractive looks, safety rating, standard features, fun to drive
Cons: Mechanical and electrical problems, difficult and expensive to repair, dealer service BAD!!
The Bottom Line: Don't buy it unless you have lots of time and money
to deal with its problems.
In late 2001, I bought my 1999 New Beetle off a Toyota dealer's used car lot. I had been shopping for another type of vehicle, but I found those to be financially out of reach for me. I spotted the New Beetle, test drove it, and fell in love with its grea ...
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by tenorkimmy
Dec 20 '99
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: gas mileage, efficiency, esthetics, quiet engine, roomy
Cons: large turning radius, very large blind spots, hatch difficult to open and close
I have owned my 1999 New Beetle since April, 1999 and I just love it. The TDI engine is clean and quiet-most people don't believe it's a diesel! I get on average 52 miles to the gallon (I have put almost 22000 miles on the car in the seven months I've...
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by harrym
Sep 14 '99
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Style, fun to drive, fuel economy (TDI).
Cons: Limited cargo and passenger room.
Thoughts on the New Beetle:
Think DIESEL! If you're considering buying a NB with a manual transmission, you should test drive the TDI diesel. (I understand that you can get a TDI diesel with the automatic transmission, but where's the fun in...
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