Used Volkswagen Beetle for Sale in Hyde Park, NY

The story begins when my father passed away and I inherited his Saturn sedan. This was during the great parts recall; Saturn was so back logged and I was so uncomfortable driving the car that I opted to trade it for something else. I got a cream colored VW Beetle. She was cute, personable, and spacious, especially for a small car. The car did great for a while. Then the repairs started. It seems that the entire car is plastic. It is made fairly well but when something goes out a part cannot be replaced -- the entire unit must be replaced. I found myself spending about $500 - $1000 per repair (including the boot covers and axles). Not all mechanics work with the VWs either, since they require special diagnostics equipment. Going beyond that, the next issue that I have is with the passenger headlight. It keeps going out. It seems that VW makes a poor wiring system and that it's common enough for these headlights to go out. My mechanic(s) -- three of them now -- have managed to cobble things together but after the 6th time that the headlight has gone out I find myself most likely looking at replacing the part. I quiver at the expense. I have also been told my brakes are near the time to be replaced -- another $900 bill coming up. I know, it's wear and tear. It seems that most of the plastic parts fall apart or break. I have had to replace several interior parts that have broke (and they are not treated roughly). Currently, the arm rest is stuck in the up position. Nothing I do seems to bring it down. So.....yes, there is convenience in having to only change the oil once a year (that's what the dealer said). She's cute. She's comfortable. I can transport a passenger comfortably. I can fit a heck of a lot in the trunk/back seat area.....but it's a constant struggle to justify keeping the car against the expense of maintaining the car. I have an even older Mazda Miata (1996) who is not only better built, but also easier to maintain. Repairs on her are also considerably less.

I have had my Beetle since I was in high school. I bought it used, but it was in good condition. It has its quirks and issues, but overall I have had a good experience with the car. It has lasted me quite a long time and held up well, in my opinion.

I love this car. I have never had any issues other than normal wear and tear. I bought this car when it was two years old, and I am still happy with it. I drove it from Ohio to California, from California to Idaho, from Idaho all over the mountain west, and then back to California and finally all the way back to Ohio and never had a problem. This car handles well in snow and keeps on trucking in the hot desert sun. The gas mileage is fantastic, about 32 miles to the gallon on the highway. People are always surprised by how much interior space there is too; I spent two weeks camping and traveling with a girlfriend, and we both were able to fit all our gear and belongings into the car. It has heated seats, a sun/moon roof, an AUX-in line, leatherette seats and a Tiptronic gear shift.