A Beetle For Ebby
Hey VroomGirls!! I have a 2004 Hyundai Elantra. The problem is that I’ve always wanted a Volkswagen New Beetle (NOT the newer models 2012-2013). I like the older models from 2003-2011. I’ve had my car for about 5 years now. I was given this car from my parents. Don’t get me wrong, I am so thankful & grateful for my car; but I’ve always wanted a VW new Beetle as my 1st car. That’s my dream car!! I want to trade my car in for one but my parents think that’s a bad idea. They say the Beetle is too small and its not safe for a young petite girl like myself. The point is…I don’t care! Lol. I want my Beetle lol. And i heard that they stopped making the older models now, so i don’t have much time left. Do you think that i can get a good deal for a Beetle these days? Are the older models still around? Would that be a smart move? What should i do?
~ Ebby
Union, NJ
Ha, that’s funny, Ebby. Well, we wouldn’t be responsible if we told you not to listen to your parents. So…listen to your parents. But if you don’t, then yes, a Beetle is a very safe and reliable car for a young woman, such as yourself. I bought my son a VW Golf when he turned 16. And believe me, I would never buy him anything that wasn’t absolutely safe. He’s been driving it with no problems (not even a ticket!) for more than three years. So I have no qualms or concerns about VW safety.
As for getting a previous generation Beetle, they’re easy to find. Simply visit a VW dealership near you to test drive the pre-owned Beetles. They come with complete warranties and have been checked out for safety and reliability. We like the older gen Beetles, too!
Thanks for writing to us!
Tara
