Epinions Recent Reviews for 1999 Volkswagen Beetle

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: 1999 volkswagen beetle

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 18:47:29 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author hh86 - i just bought on a couple days ago and its a pretty awesome car. it has a lot of speed for a 4 cyclinder. i bought a 5...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: After warranty expires get out the checkbook! VW dropped the ball on this one.

Mon, 10 Jul 2006 15:00:28 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author faeriewhispers - I fell in love with the New Beetle when it was released in 1999, and just had to have it...car of the year! My goal was to keep it for 10 years. Just before the warranty expired, the check engine light came on, the oxygen sensor! ("must not have closed...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: Not Herbie by a long shot!

Mon, 7 Nov 2005 20:31:18 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author kuriousnik - The air conditioner died at 20,000 miles (mechanic at dealership said that they aren't installed correctly in the '98, '99 or '00), the window motors had to be replaced 3 times in the first 2 years (apparently recalled later), check engine light came on...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: 4 years with a bug

Tue, 30 Aug 2005 00:29:17 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author squidbits - We bought our beetle GLS in 2001. It had 30,000 kms and was near perfectly new. It had every available option and was more over my wifes car. Over the last 4 years it has been a good car. I personally don't care for the greenhouse, but for her it was...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: The "Achilles Heel" of the Beetle - Be warned!!! I wish I was!

Wed, 17 Nov 2004 01:30:51 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author stella0357 - I fell in love with the beetle as anybody would. They are cute cars and easy to park in cities. The handling is superb, great on gas, all round fun car to drive. BUT BE WARNED!!!!!!!!! I changed my oil pan TWO TIMES. A hub cap came rolling in my...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: 1976 Super Beetle

Sun, 28 Dec 2003 02:49:01 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Abraxmed - I will start this review by apologizing for the fact that I am actually reviewing the original Beetle, not the New Beetle who's category this will be placed under. This is due to the fact that, understandably due to its age, there is no specific...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: Mom's Childhood Revisited

Tue, 18 Nov 2003 17:23:40 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author loguesmith - 1999 VW New Beetle Review In the spring of 1998, VW introduced the New Beetle to the North American market. Immediately, my wife wanted one. She drove an original Beetle when she was a teenager and had fond memories of the car. I, too, had a brief...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: My New LadyBug!

Tue, 11 Nov 2003 20:52:38 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author teqrose - I recently bought a 1999 VW Beetle and would absolutely recommend this car to anyone. I needed a reliable car (not to mention that I wanted a cute and stylish one), and I knew Volkswagens were very reliable in general. As soon as I sat in the Bug, I fel...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: I Wish I Had Read Epinions BEFORE Buying My 1999 Beetle

Thu, 30 Oct 2003 03:50:59 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author linux-yoach - In late 2001, I bought my 1999 New Beetle off a Toyota dealer's used car lot. I had been shopping for another type of vehicle, but I found those to be financially out of reach for me. I spotted the New Beetle, test drove it, and fell in love with its grea...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: 1999 Beetle GLS TDI

Wed, 9 Oct 2002 23:56:31 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author tdiguy - This was our first ever new car. We got it for my wife in Feb. of 1999. She commutes to work every day and it now has about 40,000 miles on it. When we first got it, it was a head turner like no other. We could go for days or even a week without...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: I Love My Bug!

Sun, 23 Jun 2002 00:27:06 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author mindkill91 - My family’s obsession with the New Beetle started about two years ago when my husband and I were still dating. Over the years we have amassed a collection of New Beetles (Matchbox size) that is over fifty strong. Finally we decided to go take a look at...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: Musings of a Bug owner

Thu, 16 May 2002 20:47:59 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author lapook76 - As the three year lease of my beloved yellow '99 GL New Beetle draws to a close, I thought I'd take a few minutes to reflect on my Bug-owning experience. Owning a Beetle is not like owning your average car, and I doubt that I'll ever own a car quite like...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: Flowers on wheels

Tue, 27 Nov 2001 03:18:35 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author jt23ca - The new Beetle is really just a clever marketing strategy from volkswagon, yet it caused a sensation when it was launched in 1998. This car was dubbed " a lifestyles car", It has retro style looks on a golf platform.

A...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: How Many Parts Must Break Before They Call It A Lemon?

Fri, 7 Sep 2001 17:22:08 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author nvpatentlawyer - I am an "early adopter." I'm the guy who buys the coolest thing as soon as it comes out. OK, that's my weakness. So, of course, I bought a new New Beetle when they came out in 1999. I was real proud of myself for saving thousands by getting it from...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: Honest New Beetle Review.

Wed, 7 Feb 2001 12:48:38 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author mollymo13 - The Volkswagen New Beetle is one of the most trendy cars on the road, which can be seen as either a pro or a con. As a pro, people tend to stop me and ask about the car. A lot of people want to see the inside, and it's nice to meet new people. One of...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: Love this bug

Sat, 30 Dec 2000 02:07:25 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author dougreardon - This is the first car I have ever purchased, though I've had 4 cars, two trucks, and six motorcycles. Being a rather large person this is the only car I've ever had that I didn't have to have the seat all the way in the rearward position. Entrance and...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: Punch Bug Magnet

Mon, 16 Oct 2000 20:04:48 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author dhnb - I own a 1999 Bright Blue New Beetle. I originally ordered a silver New Beetle but due to VW's overwhelming demand I waited for months and was told that if I chose another color I would get my coveted prize in one week. So I did, and I did. Even though it...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: Bug with bugs!

Tue, 29 Aug 2000 13:27:31 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author 11171954 - I feel compelled to change my rating of this car. Don't buy it if you live in a cold climate. It is winter here and my gas cap cover will not open (again) and the windows are not working either (again). I called the dealer about these and was basically...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: The Perfect Car

Sun, 13 Aug 2000 12:55:53 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author CJS1112 - I bought a 1999 Yellow Volkswagen Beetle, the GLS model, a little over a year ago. I love my beetle because the gas mileage is good, the stereo system is awesome, the car is very safe, and it is a good looking car, unlike so many other boring cars on...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: It's a blast!

Sun, 2 Jul 2000 08:02:45 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author funkycamper - I have owned my 99 GLS 1.8t for 7 months. It has performed above my expectations. It has a lot of power both from a stop and for passing. It is very comfortable and has adequate storage room and seating capacity. Of course, not as much as my prior...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: IF you were good in a past life...

Wed, 28 Jun 2000 16:24:30 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author cwenwyn - I bought a New Beetle. No, not really. I mean that was part of the process, yes, but actually something much larger happened. I entered a club,adopted a family, embraced a philosophy. We pass other New Beetle drivers and in both cars smiles fill the...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: VW Beetle Nice Drive

Wed, 3 May 2000 14:40:44 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author lmose - I work for a company driving all different kinds of cars. I recently drove one of these VW Beetles. I went in with a skeptical attitude, not at all expecting to like this car. However, my opinion soon changed. I can not tell you about it...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: '99 Beetle Nightmares

Thu, 27 Apr 2000 18:21:35 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author sonja1211 - I bought my '99 red Beetle in October of '98. From the moment the car came out, I was in love with it. Determined to have it, I went to a dealership and got myself one!

The dealer experience should have been a sign, but I decided to...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: Worth Waiting For

Tue, 25 Apr 2000 22:06:54 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author cassideee - I have a bright blue 99 beetle GLS and every second of owning this car has been a dream.... almost. It has the highest ceilings of any other compact car i have been in, and a body style that always gets noticed. It has great gas mileage, and quite a...

1999 Volkswagen Beetle: Go for the Turbo...its heaven

Tue, 18 Apr 2000 13:05:58 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author lanmaster2000 - I picked up a Turbo 99 Beetle about a month ago. I got it used and saved $4000 over the sticker!!! It only had 13K. Do not let a dealer try and charge you over sticker. Take your business else where. Now to the car...

This car is GREAT. I think...