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by shoplmart
Jun 10 '03 - Updated Jul 04 '05
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Fuel economy, Equipment, Front leg room, Rear head restraints .
Cons: MSRP, Interior, Typical economy car acceleration..
The Bottom Line: If you are in the market for an economy car, I suggest checking around prior to making a decision on the TDI.
Looking almost exactly like it did back in 1998, the Beetle TDI looks like it belongs on the shelves at your local Toys R Us store versus a car dealership. Looks can be deceiving though, the Volkswagen Beetle is hardly a cheap toy. Since the Volkswagen ...
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by macaddiict
Jun 28 '08
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great daily driver, drop-top experience is amazing
Cons: Reliablity, 2003 and 2004 model year problems
The Bottom Line: Excellent convertible, but problems in the 2003 and 2004 model make ownership a nightmare.
I have spent a good amount of time in recent year VWs, and like them very much. The idea of a convertible Beetle can't help but make most people smile, but this 2003 (and most 2003s, from my experience now) has brought just about as many frowns as smiles ...
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by compiconquiso
Nov 03 '04
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No 
Pros: Sleek Styling,nice amount of legroom in front
Cons: Tape player? No legroom in back, Only holds four people, Weird view
The Bottom Line: If you'll be riding in the car by yourself most of the time, this the car for you, especially if you won't be carrying a lot of stuff with you
I have loved the Volkswagen Beetle since they came out mainly because they're so cute. From the moment I saw them I wanted one and I when I was out on the market to buy a new car I had contemplated buying one but settled for a Suzuki Aerio SX, a ...
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by Rower227
Jul 28 '03
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes
Pros: Fun to drive, a real eye-catcher
Cons: Limited rear passenger space, small trunk
The Bottom Line: A fun, sporty, safe car that will make you smile every time you're behind the wheel.
As a recent college graduate, I have been waiting for months to buy my first new car. For the last ...
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by ProudCat
Feb 19 '04
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Smooth transmission, steady ride, plenty of space, lots of extra features for free
Cons: Mileage could be better, awkward cup holder placement
The Bottom Line: I definitely recommend this car. Ride is great, manual transmission is smooth, fun to drive and ride in it. Great for commute and use by singles/couples!
My husband and I were looking for a small commuter car with good mileage. We looked at Mazda 5, Ford Focus, Suzuki Aerio and etc. Finally we decided to see VW Golf but instead we saw cute little red VW Beetle in the dealer's parking lot and took for a ...
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by cel185
Mar 13 '07
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Spunky design, flexibility of convertible top, fuel economy
Cons: extremely small trunk, minimal interior lighting, not a smooth ride
The Bottom Line: The best unique/fun car you can get for the money!
I decided to give myself a gift after college graduation... a fun car that I would always remember as the car of my youth. I looked at convertibles mainly, and settled on either a used mustang or a new Beetle Convertible, both around $26k at the time. ...
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by dean0088
Mar 26 '04
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Fast, cool, nice looking, well made
Cons: not many
The Bottom Line: The best car I ever owned, I never leased the same car twice, my next car will be the VW Beetle GLS Turbo convertable.
I purchased the 2003 VW Beetle GLS Turbo. Very simply I LOVE IT. There is so much to say about this GREAT little car. First off you must understand that by purchasing one you become part of a cult. As you can tell by the look of it, it's not your ...
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by stephanie3274
Sep 02 '04
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: No
Pros: A real conversation starter.
Cons: Rattle trap?
The Bottom Line: If you can afford to buy a car for fun, this is it. This is a cute sports car...but not meant to be a "serious" car.
I have the new convertible in "aquarius blue" (very pale flower-child blue) People actually smile and wave at me at stop lights---probably because it reminds so many of the fun cars in the '60's. That's why I bought it!! So while it gets attention and ...
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by fivecrawfords
Aug 10 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: You get to wave to other beetle owners
Cons: some trim parts fall off at 50,000 mi.
The Bottom Line: Do it because you're making a statement.
Built from the Golf chassis; fun to drive.
First off, I'm 45 years old and made it thru my early career years driving Beetles I bought for $500 ...
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by witchymama
Jan 29 '08
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Cute, well made, few problems
Cons: it's a Girlie car, airbag strap doesn't always work
The Bottom Line: Every girl should have her bug!
This was my very first, brand spanking new car! I'd been dreaming of buying a Beetle since I was 15, so when I was finally able to buy one, I was in 7th heaven. The car I had at the time, was a Saturn, which was previously owned by my older sister, ...
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by catzattack
Jun 19 '07
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: No
Pros: Good on gas, heated seats and mirrors
Cons: The car is poor quality from the power windows down to the stereo.
The Bottom Line: This car was nothing but trouble and the problems were the sort that were very irritating and never seemed to be fixable.
I leased a brand new 2003 Beetle 4 years ago. It was as cute as can be, bright yellow. I thought it was going to be a great car. Wrong. From the beginning, I had problems with the power windows. Especially on the driver's side. If you wanted it up, ...
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by heeheehaahaa
Aug 31 '04
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Powerful & Lovely
Cons: Good appetite on Gas
The Bottom Line: Anyone who hates driving should give this a try!
Driving will never be the same again!
I do not like driving at all. But after I drive the new beetle, even getting stuck in the traffic jam is a lot of fun. I choose to have the 'white' beetle so it is easier to mix and match with clothes. There are a lot of features that I fall in love ...
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by badgerbaby
Aug 07 '06
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Head & Leg Room, Easy to Read Panels, Compact, Good Gas Miles
Cons: Expensive to fix, small backseat, not much trunk space, seats.
The Bottom Line: I would recommend this car to anyone who wants a compact car, that gets great gas mileage and handles well.
I bought my car used from a reputable dealer. I had problems with it after less than 600 miles. The car had 52,000 miles on it. Here are the good and the bad about the car: Good- Very compact, easy to handle, drives well, lots of head room for tall ...
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by edsyl000
Dec 05 '07
Author's Product Rating:
Recommended: Yes
Pros: handles as well as a volvo.
Cons: Dash is too deep and not enough interior storage.
I bought my (used) 2003 Turbo Beetle because it reminds me of my pug! I was in the market for a non-gas guzzler and always wanted a beetle. As soon as I got the gear shift in my hands, I was hooked. It was so much fun to drive. I got a black beetle with tan interior off the lot. I originally wanted a convertible but settled for the sunroof instead because the convertible one on the lot was black with black interior. I live in the sunbelt and was afraid the car would get too hot parked outside at work. The car really is cute and does have ample room for the front passenger and driver. I ride alone most of the time (except for my dog) and have found my beetle fits the bill on gas mileage. The spoiler does make some noise but it is something that I quickly got used to. It shifts like a dream, handles like a charm, and looks like a princess!
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luv my converible 2003 beetle
by sfuller1968
Mar 16 '08
Author's Product Rating:
Recommended: Yes
Pros: heated seats, monsoon stereo bumps, lots of leg room in the front
Cons: trunk space
cup holders
My husband and I just bought a used 2003 beetle. It's convertible, and the color is mellow yellow. Compared to our big truck and SUV, it looks like a toy. We bought it because all I do on my job is drive - so it gets great gas mileage, and it's sooooo much fun to drive. I can't wait to be able to let the top down in the summer. I have 2 young children and they love the car also - but they won't be allowed to ride with me when the top is down - safety first.
Our friends and my mother have no problem with getting in or out of the car, the seats (to me) are comfortable. The overall experience so far has been good - if something goes wrong - trust me, I'll let ya all know about it.
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