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#15 of 352 by sailing216 Sep 06, 2002 (11:57 am)
2002 1.8t owner and no problems. Maybe that's why they changed their warranty from 24 to 48k miles. I think they got the bugs out of the bug. 2000 Jetta GLX had many electrical problems and don't get me started with older Passats. If our 02 holds up I'll be getting another VW/Audi, but I'll be leasing and fully covered under warranty, I don't think VWs do well near and past the 100k mark. Car and Driver is the only ones who said 180hp 1.8t engine in the spring, most likely and according to VW, the 150hp engine. I don't like the 2.0 and it's weak engine, so I don't care what they say about it. If I didn't want power I'd get the TDI and some great gas mileage. Is anyone going to buy a beetle hard top after the convertible comes out?
#16 of 352 VW past 100K? by moparbad Sep 06, 2002 (6:42 pm)
VW cars generally are durable past 100K based on the history of the older models. Only time will tell with the current VW's but the ones that preceded them typically last well beyond 100K and it was usually rust that did them in. The drivetrain is very sturdy and it is the electrical system that provides the most problems both past and present.
#17 of 352 To sailing216 by searchlight Sep 09, 2002 (3:48 am)
Good luck but I have little faith you will not have problems. Be ready to take it in regardless of who pays. I got the extended warantee, best investment I ever made it paid for itself many times over. Just got tired of going to the dealer between oil changes. Trust me your check engine light will go on maybe it will be mass airflow sensor(which they lower the price because of how many have to be replaced!) w/ hoses too, maybe multi function switch, maybe even control panel, sure VW will pay now up to 48K-they have to do something. I think it is a cheep way for them to get suckers(me included) to continue to buy them. Not to mention the rotors they will need replacing around 35-40K, not cheap either and they will not pay for that. I just think unless you have a lot of money and it is not your only car stay far far away from this unreliable car.
#18 of 352 NB Convertible by mbros2k Sep 17, 2002 (3:34 pm)
Not too excited about the NB Convertible. I drive a 2002 Passat and think it is world class, but this new model leaves much to be desired. What's with the backback hanging off the rear blocking the view? And how about a new engine, like a 16v with about 140 h.p.? And what happened to VW's plans to develop a cvt which would be lighter, cheaper and more responsive than a 6-speed tip? VW cheaped out on this one. Bring back a golf convertible with the above mentioned features.
#19 of 352 mbros2k by lngtonge18 Sep 17, 2002 (7:48 pm)
It is a Beetle convertible, so therefore it is trying to emulate the traditional Beetle convertible look, which means a folded top that hangs off the back end. They will be offering a 150 horse turbo engine, so there's your multivalve engine. I think it's pretty impressive they are offering a 6 speed automatic on such an inexpensive car. Jaguar and BMW were the first to offer one, but VW was not far behind. How that qualifies as cheapening out on the design of this car, I have no idea.
#20 of 352 NB convert by cybergrnbug Sep 18, 2002 (4:19 pm)
I currently own a 2001 CyberGreen GLX 1.8T and have NEVER (no electrical problems NOTHING) had any problems with it. I currently have 34k miles on it. Any car can have problems. So stop the I hate the New Beetle campaign. For those interested in New Beetles or the convertible please go to newbeetle.org where there are thousands of very happy bug owners!
#21 of 352 2003 New VW Beetle Convertible: Where is it built? by lorbeertlc Oct 03, 2002 (8:52 pm)
Does anyone know where this new VW Beetle Convertible is being built? Mexico, Germany, or ?? -Tom
#22 of 352 not sure by justin Oct 18, 2002 (12:48 pm)
but it is probably in Mexico where my two Jettas came from, as well as the Beetles.
#23 of 352 by david3947 Nov 12, 2002 (5:27 am)
OK...so I've seen the pics, but haven't seen a NB ragtop live and in person yet. The dealer says he'll call me to let me know when he has got one I can look at, but still wants the $500 check now to 'hold' one for me. He also showed me a brochure with colors and minimal information [no specs], but couldn't let me have one to drool on. It seems the first ones out will be the 115HP model and that the 150HP will be released. What I'd really like is the 180HP or turbo diesel - but have no clue how long I'd have to wait for one of those. Has anyone actually seen/driven one yet? Have those of you who've ordered gotten any reliable word on when you might get it? I'm anxious to get one, but leery of plunking down money to hold a vehicle that I haven't seen and have no clue as to the price.
#24 of 352 yeah, what about it? by adavey Nov 14, 2002 (12:16 pm)
i heard november as a release date. it IS november the last time i checked...

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