2004 Volkswagen Beetle GLS convertible review from North America
"Love style, fix the mechanical problems!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The first week I had car the malfunction light came on and car had to be towed in. The cars was in shop almost week-ended up being something related to spark plugs.
4 months later convertible top woouldn't go down all the way and then wouldn't go back up. Window on driver side also then got stuck (in up position) that wouldn't allow door to close.
This problem was fixed and 1 1/2 week later had to go in for the same problem.
Also have noticed the handles on inside of door are starting to chip.
General comments?
I love the style and body of car.
I just hate the mechanical problems I am having.
Recommended reviews
| Beetles are LEMONS. Beetle lover turned beetle hater. |
|
| 2003 - Beetle GLS Convertible 1.8 Fun, but probably not going to last |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 2004 |
| Year of manufacture | 2004 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 14 miles |
| Most recent distance | 6000 miles |
| Previous car | Saturn SC |
| Date of Entry | 18th October, 2004 |