Volkswagen Beetle Hatchback (1999 - 2010) 2.3 V5 Sport 3d (2002/02) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Its not the car for a man to be 'seen in', the wife loved it, its retro and great fun. I have to confess though I thought the V5 engine sounded quite beefy and it didnt hang around.

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

Great looks, modern styling, nothing like the original but will be as well collected in the same number of years time. Adolf Hitler thought they looked good too and he wasnt far wrong.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Definately, wish we hadnt sold it after 3 years, its a collectors item.

What are you likely to buy next?

Most likely a VW or mercedes. Bora or a C220.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

January 2002

Did you get a good deal and why?

Paid the going rate with all the extras, winter pack, leather etc.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

The wife loved them.

What was the dealer like?

fine, no problems Silverlink VW Wallsend Newcastle

What's it like to drive?

Exactly as you would expect from a Golf chassis, susceptible to side winds quite a bit though and a bit light in corners.

What's it like to park?

easy

Have you had any problems with the car?

Needed a new dashboard fitted within 6 months. completed done under warranty.

What's most practical about your car?

Nothing at all, boot space and rear passenger accomodation is virtually nil, its designed for two adults and two children in the back seat.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Roof spoiler, which pops out at 90 mph, great eh! tells the police exactly what speed you've been doing! Theres a manual overide for it under the steering wheel if you fancy looking flash and popping it up and reaching for it and nearly crashing the car in the process, it does work though, pushing the rear down and you do feel it.