1975 Volkswagen Beetle 1600S review from South Africa
What things have gone wrong with the car?
This car was practically brand new when I bought it and I paid 50 times the price it was at new, but in comparison to any other car in that price range, I had no trouble becuase I drive well and the build quality was just excellent. I will never part with it.
It's a pity though that Volkswagen here in South Africa won't help out in any way even though there are still so many on the roads. Their loss I guess, they could make a bundle of money!
General comments?
Damn, this car is built so strong, like it's made of bricks. Very solid, it once rolled into a wall from a hill and all I had to replace was the bumper and the 2 indicator lenses in the bumper :)
Bad brakes.
Very cosy interior.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1975 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 500 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 75000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 12th March, 2001 |