1998 Volkswagen Beetle review from North America
"Given the choice between driving my Beetle and death, I for one choose death"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Check engine light on every month.
Headlights malfunction
Windows fell into car b/c belt broke (2 times)
O2 sensors malfunctions.
Vacuum hoses leak.
Transmission problems.
Seat adjustment knobs broke.
General comments?
I have spent copious amounts of money on this car, but problems occur in spite of it being in the shop every month.
Labor and Parts are extremely expensive and can only be taken to dealership.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 2 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 30000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 64000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 24th January, 2005 |