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VW Beetle 1.6 3drNewest Review: ... and comfortable seats, the gear change is smooth and braking is assured. Being a Volkswagen you expect the build quality to ... more More Volkswagen card
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by count_zero - written on 28/06/06 (Very useful, 371 readings)
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Model: New Beetle 1.6 Year: 2002 (purchased second hand 2005) The buying decision: A new job required an eighty mile daily commute so I wanted a car that was comfortable, reliable and fun to own. It was not going to be the main family car so practicality wasn't the first priority but I did want to buy from a showroom or forecourt for the warranty. The choice: With a budget of between £7-8k I was looking for a car 3-4 years old. I was initially looking for a high volume small family hatch like a Focus, Leon or 306 none of which are particularly fun to own. The decision: Leons and 306s are surprisingly expensive on the forecourt but ...
by heeheehoohoo - written on 30/08/04 (Useful, 169 readings)
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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 with this car. It is equipped with the flower vase so the car becomes a more pleasant place. There is a special compartment for eye glasses, a small monitor showing the date, time and weather. The steering wheel does not get hot in the summer. The locking system allows forgetful driver to have a break. The car will automatically locked by itself after around 2 minutes you walk away from the car. On ...
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