Volkswagen Beetle Hatchback (1999 - 2010) 2.0 3d (00) (2004/53) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Most VW Beetle owners would say the same I think: The Beetle is fun and funky, whilst being a serious car in terms of speed.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

They love it. Except when they have to go in the back!

Would you buy this car again and why?

No. It is just to cramped. In fact I'm looking for another now.

What are you likely to buy next?

Maybe the Toyota Corolla, or Golf?

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£8,745

When did you buy the car?

October 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

I got a good deal because the car was ex-VW employee company car and had lots of extras like the leather heated seats. Low milage too only 6000 ish

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I've had the VW polo and liked it. Decided to stick with VW, but switched to the Beetle because of the design.

What was the dealer like?

Very helpful and friendly.

What's it like to drive?

Very easy to drive. the 2 litre engine makes it a breeze.

What's it like to park?

Hideous! Its like parking a cloud. For the amount of interior space you get this car is disproportionately large, so has all the disavdantages of being difficult to park, rubbish visability when trying to park and cramped interior.

Have you had any problems with the car?

No. Except a smashed front fog light.

What's most practical about your car?

Honestly? Not a lot. The large engine really gives the car some pep, but it is difficult to park as you can't see the car's outline and the boot and rear seat space is really cramped.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Heated seats. So nice in the winter.