1972 Volkswagen Beetle Formula Vee review from North America
"Practical and indestructible"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Alternator - the ONLY major problem I ever had. $30 to replace.
General comments?
Not fast, but very adequate, indestructible, and gets 30 mpg.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1972 |
| Year of manufacture | 1972 |
| First year of ownership | 1974 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1985 |
| Engine and transmission | Standard Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 23000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 186000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 25th July, 2006 |