In-depth reviews

Volkswagen Beetle hatchback (1999-2010): owner reviews

“If you love classic motoring style, cars don’t come much more recognisable or characterful than VW’s Bug.”

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by Richard Ingram

28 Jun 2013

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Carbuyer Rating

1.5 out of 5

Owners Rating

4.3 out of 5

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57%of people would recommend this car to a friend

Common Problems

Other (2 cases)
Electrics (4 cases)

Review 1 of 21

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Good

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Despite being nearly ten years old now, the car is superbly reliable and other than wear and tear parts such as tyres and front coils springs has nver given us any trouble. Great car

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Brilliant!

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I've had the car since new and only issue I've ever had was flat battery which required jump start 2 years ago. Original battery and still working

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Nothing has gone wrong to date.

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No Red thumbs down

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It gives a feeling of assured reliability even after eight years and high mileage

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Fun

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Its fun when its sunny but its not that practical and it starting to need a lot of repairs on it.

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Briliant!

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Water pump failed.,due to sub standard pattern water pump fitted at cam belt change

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The beetle looks very good but use's a lot of fuel on long and short journeys. It handles very well and has excellent interior.

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Pretty good and parts are cheaper than other cars

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I love it. Its quirky, has been reliable, is easy to drive and everything i expected.

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Love it but not practical with growing family.

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Good with good economy very small boot which is a pain to load

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