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11 December 2009 2 Comments
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MAZIE_GIRL asked:


I am thinking about buying a used VW Beetle, 2003-2006 with low mileage, convertible. Can anyone share their opinions on these cars? How is the gas mileage? We need a second car, I have an Aztek and a DEAD Ford Explorer. Comments? Thoughts? Thanks!

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  • iron fists said:

    the car has great gas mileage with a 1.8 liter you get a lot of MPG if you get a 1.8 Turbo the car will be stronger and more MPG

    # 12 December 2009 at 11:46
  • Hannah H said:

    I have turbo 2003 yellow beetle, and I absolutely love it! I was tempted to get the convertible at first, but I decided against it because:
    1) It has a 2 out of 5 star safety rating. It’s a small car, so if you replace the dome (which absorbs the most impact like a school bus dome) with fabric, it really doesn’t help you too much!
    2) The gas mileage is not as good

    Overall the user ratings for the VW convertible have been relatively good, and the only problem is a minor window problem.
    Also, consider that it’s still a german car, so matienance is more expensive for EVERYTHING.
    I would consider getting the regular beetle as well. I didn’t think I would ever get the regular, but I love him! He’s my baby! Also think about getting the regular, turbo, or diesel. Turbo definitely takes more gas, but boy is it fun! It’s a classic/fun car designed for Porsche. But however, if you go the convertible route, that’s fun as well!

    # 12 December 2009 at 18:47

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