1999 Volkswagen Beetle review from North America
"Fantastic car, would buy again in a second"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Trunk release doesn't always close properly, so you have to close it 3 or 4 times.
Have had to replace the batteries in the remote twice.
ABS sensors in both rear wheels have had to be replaced.
General comments?
This car is amazing - I got it used and it is still tight like the day it came off the line. Handles really well.
One thing I don't like about it is that the windshield washer fluid tank is quite small - I had to refill it approx. once a week all winter.
The car is fun to drive and has quite a lot of pep.
Would buy another one again in a second, just maybe not white as I live on a farm!
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| A very safe, modern and cute alternative to eco-cars |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1999 |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 gas Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 102300 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 122000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mercury Mystique |
| Date of Entry | 17th April, 2009 |