2000 Volkswagen Beetle GLX review from North America
"I would like more power, but, every car I own falls in that category"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Oxygen sensor, a very common problem with all VW's built around this time. I have spoken to a couple of independent shops, they agreed with the dealer, there was a very large problem with good O2 sensors, the fault of the company who builds the O2 sensors, not VW.
The above causes the engine light to come on.
Spark plugs, again, due to the O2 sensor.
Gas cap door tends to get stuck in the open position.
6 disk changer has a problems working in the winter months, probably due to the cold.
Sun shade for the sunroof was fixed (under warranty) twice.
The normal blind spot that exists in any car, is much larger in the Beetle.
General comments?
In true German fashion, what the car lacks in power, it excels in handling and braking. This car is unbelievable in the corners. I recently won an autocross with Corrado's and GTI's.
Panoramic view of everything (except the blind spot). This car gives the impression of driving a minivan, the outward visibility is so good.
Attention grabbing, nothing short of a Lamborghini turns more heads. Not even my Porsche comes close.
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| The last VW I will ever own |
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| Externally beautiful, Internally shallow |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 gas Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 7 miles |
| Most recent distance | 54000 miles |
| Previous car | Audi Coupe |
| Date of Entry | 25th October, 2001 |