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Volkswagen Beetle: Prices Paid & Buying Experience

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#13 of 73 leftover 2004 gls w/13 miles by natenj1971

May 07, 2005 (1:27 pm)

Hi,
 
Found a leftover 2004 gls w/13 miles at a VW dealer. He gave me a price of $18361. I didn't say yes. It's a 2.0 liter model (115 hp with auto) with black leather/sunroof. I don't know much about these cars. Going to do some searches online now. Anyone have an opinion/advice on how to proceed? Are the 2006's much more advanced?
 
Thanks for any feedback.
 
Nate

#14 of 73 Re: leftover 2004 gls w/13 miles [natenj1971] by ricky7

May 08, 2005 (8:21 pm)

Replying to: natenj1971 (May 07, 2005 1:27 pm)
Hi there,
 
     Its a very good price. I got an offer of $19,000 for 2005 GLS Auto but no leather interior. I don't know what are the differences between 2004 & 2005 beetles but looks like you got a deal. As far as 2006 beetles concerned, shape will be changed outside with little flat touches on sides and roof. Interior will be same. The most important thing for me is I didn't like looks of 2006 beetle. I think 2005 or older beetles looks better. All the best.

#15 of 73 Re: leftover 2004 gls w/13 miles [ricky7] by natenj1971

May 09, 2005 (11:12 am)

Replying to: ricky7 (May 08, 2005 8:21 pm)
Thanks for the note. I'm hesitant to buy the car - just read some of the beet problems forum. Will come back and give details if I do.
 
Thanks again for responding.

#16 of 73 2006 New Beetle by srikk

Sep 18, 2005 (8:59 pm)

Just bought a new 2006 beetle. Paid MSRP. $18800. San Jose California.

#17 of 73 Re: 2006 New Beetle [srikk] by ctruss02

Sep 20, 2005 (10:00 pm)

Replying to: srikk (Sep 18, 2005 8:59 pm)
Would you let me know what strategies you used...I get the same BS about VW never flounders on the displayed price.....HELP

#18 of 73 Re: 2006 New Beetle [srikk] by edmundsmember

Dec 14, 2005 (1:03 pm)

Replying to: srikk (Sep 18, 2005 8:59 pm)
Oh, please let me know too as I am going around shopping for a 2006 new beetle. What model is that you just bought? Is that a 6-speed automatic, with or without pkg1?
 
Also, one car dealer that i got a quote for 2006 new beetle 6-speed automatic with pkg1 for $21600 out the door, but I have one concern. He says the car will have more than 50 miles on it because he will have to get it from another dealer and that will be driven from that dealership about 50 miles away. Should I back off from making a deal or be concerned about the vehicle or his offer? I thought a brand new car wouyld not have any miles or may be 4 to 5 miles at the most on it. Please advise.
 
Thanks in advance
An edmunds member

#19 of 73 Re: Volkswagen Beetle: Prices Paid & Buying Experience [lee_w] by geckoo6

Dec 19, 2005 (11:39 am)

Replying to: lee_w (Aug 06, 2004 2:17 pm)
We bought a 06 new beetle and have had one thing after another go wrong. First, the inside panel of the trunk was rattling. They said that the clips were broken and had to be replaced. That was at the beginning of Nov. and still have not heard back b/c the parts were not delivered. Then the passenger's side window was misaligned and you could hear the wind hitting as we drove. The emergency break cover came loose almost preventing us from taking the break down. Finally, the automatic trunk opener is not working. So this has turned us into very upset first time new beetle owners. Has anyone else had this experience?

#20 of 73 Beetle Price?? by flequestrian

Jan 15, 2006 (8:15 pm)

I am selling my 2001 New Beetle. It is the limited "Turbo Sport" edition. It is in very good condition except for a few scrapes and rubs that nobody really notices but me. It has high mileage (74,000) but all on highway. I was wondering what price you think I could get for it. It still has the remainder of the 5 year/100,000 aftermarket warrenty (over in August). FULLY loaded with everything I could add to it. Thanks.

#21 of 73 Re: Volkswagen Beetle: Prices Paid & Buying Experience [geckoo6] by flequestrian

Jan 15, 2006 (8:20 pm)

Replying to: geckoo6 (Dec 19, 2005 11:39 am)
YES, yes, yes and yes! I've done a lot of looking and it seems that there are more lemons in the VW family than anything else. Advice: Have your dealer on speed dial and find a quick way to his place.. because that is where you will live as long as you own your car.
 
PS - on a good note, the car handles VERY well (esp in the snow), is VERY safe and adorable looking.

#22 of 73 06 NBC price by wantabeetle

Feb 03, 2006 (1:48 pm)

I bought my 06 bug convertible in Memphis, TN. It's Platinum gray/black top/gray int, package 2 and a CD changer. Paid about $900 below MSRP. I love it so far!

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