2001 Volkswagen Beetle LX review from North America

The Car itself is a thrill to own, but the Beetle is made poorly. After owning 5 vehicles, this one for my wife, this one is poorly made. At 36000 miles the A/C control went out on the vehicle, est. $560 to replace, did it myself for $90. The cloth on the roof is falling down at 41000, apparently it was not wrapped around and will have to be replaced in entirely. And since we have had it, it is very easily scratched on the dash and front interior panels... Apparently they used a cheap plastic instead of a hard plastic and the whole panel has to be replaced, and I'm talking about a finger nail scratching the dash accidentally is permanent.

Great little car to own in design, Definitely give it a plus for accidents, have been rear ended twice by lunatic drivers at 15 mph and the bumper still looks like new. Though you need to watch the front when you park, the fog light / front bumper breaks easily. Only unless you are thrilled about the design, go for something that lasts.