Everything RIGHT with my new New Beetle!
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- Normally when a TH-camr gets a new car they walk go over it showing everything wrong with it...this video is a bit different as Ive had a really good look at my 2005 New Beetle and, well, it looks pretty good!
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Feel you had the bad end of the deal with this one, interested to see the process though always a good watch
Any chance of more content if you just driving your cars around normally? I really enjoyed the Volvo drives to the supermarket during lockdown, would love to see the crown vic, alfa, and some rovers just on regular drives. And of course the new beetle.
Good on you! An overlooked modern classic that in time people will be gutted they didn’t buy one.
All it needs it’s some headlight lashes and a ‘No Smoke No Poke’ sticker and you’re a bonafide VTroubleU owner
Hey Matt, I quite like cars with a bit of personality and something different!
I didn’t like the new beetle when it came out but like the new Mini it’s grown on me(even if I do prefer the originals!)
I think people are a bit suprised at what you swapped the Mondeo for, if you’d have swapped it for a Sierra, Cortina, or something similar people would have chomping at the bit to praise your deal and shower you with positive comments.
Personally I quite like the car it’s quirky, and that dark blue colour is nice .
Always liked these. Of all the 90s and 00s retro styled cars, the Beetle, Mini, MK1 MX5 and Rover 75 are my favourites, and if ever I'm in the position to do it, they'd make a superb 4 car garage I'd love to have one day. Like the looks of the PT Cruiser too, but they're so horrible to drive and the build quality so woeful, that alas I'd have to pass on one of those. Same problems with the Fiat 500. Owned a couple of them when they were new, but never really bonded with them. Shame Citroen never did a modern take on the 2CV really, but more recently Renault did a cracking job on the mk3 Twingo, which in my eyes looks reminiscent of the original 5, and apparently they're great fun to bimble about in. Definite future purchase. I'm a sucker for a bit of retro.
I like these, only reason I wouldn't have one is, I had an 02 Polo, lots of really silly and very expensive problems. It broke the bank long before the loan was paid off. Up until then I always found VW very reliable. It's as if they decided at some point that if you could afford a VW you could afford endless high-end repairs. Hopefully your Beetle is old enough to have had all the mad stuff sorted out :)
I bought a 2004 convertible, fixed the hood and one or two other issues, sold it for considerably more, they are good solid cars
1.9 TDI 105 bhp is enginecode BLS, isnt it? We have just that engine in a Skoda Octavia II and it is great. 15 yrs okd and never skips a beat as yet during 170000 km.
Yes that’s correct marco
I think your going to have an issue with the drivers door..It looks more than surface rust and sanding and painting and blending this,the other door and the roof wont be the easiest job ..Good luck 👍Maybe trade it for a cheap classic
As a 53 reg yellow tdi beetle owner I approve this video. Mine has similar spec, a/c, heated seats, leccy mirrors, mine has fog lights though.
I picked it up last may from Sheffield. I paid £700 for it. I hunted for a yellow tdi for months and months.
Low mileage too, it had only done 110k (112 now).
You find the pipe that goes into the egr work loose. There’s little nipples on the Alu connectors that wear down. I’ve tried 3 times to get the correct hose. I’ve given up and zip ties have held it in fine. I recommend doing Liqui moly diesel purge. I’ve a few videos on my channel of when I did mine.
Happy motoring 🤙🏽🤙🏽
I had two original Beetles, my brother had one (followed by a VW Fastback 1600) then my sister had one, all as our first cars, my mum and dad thought they would be safe and good in a crash! I crashed mine 7 times (not proud of it) killed it by rolling in onto its roof on a dual carriageway, 😞
Good luck to you with your Beetle, looks like its a good’un. People who car shame, should just consider, you are doing us a service by telling us where to look for problems and fixing them, plus you have fun doing It.
I'm with you Matt I love beetles, new or air-cooled. The 1.9 tdi engine is like you said bullet proof so you have got a good one there. One downside to new Beetle ownership is the price of the road tax in the UK. I'm looking forward to seeing you sort this car out 👍😂👍
Don't worry Matt, I quite like the new beetle, although I can't ever see myself owning one (where I am, if you're a grown man driving one of these, people are gonna consider you "a bit too frilly in the underwear department" - not that there's anything wrong with that). Looking forward to the project and what car/adventure it leads to next. Cheers!
I LOVED my New Beetle. From the time I saw it in a magazine when launched I had to have one, and bought on as a parallel import from Holland in 2001. It was a 'double yellow' 1.6 petrol with lots of extras which all added up to less than a UK priced-car back then. Back then, the VW badge on the bottled was on a hinge and span round to access the opening handle. Very neat. I spec'd Montreal 16" alloys, winter pack, 6CD auto changer and split rear seat, plus the fancy colour and picked it up from the dockside at Harwich on Dutch import plates. Mine arrived a few months before there was a 1.8 which could be remapped nicely, but so what. After putting 60K miles on it I swapped it for something else and I still miss it. Yes, it has its limitations and I can't see it ever being a classic, but back then it was a head-turner.
I noticed there seem to be quite a few left hand drive ones in UK.
1.9 TDI one of the best VW engine's ever made the worst has got to be the 1.4 16v. Which was of the same era
@@Phiyedough Mine was a full UK spec right hand drive car. Laughably, even though I had it logged with VW UK for warranty etc, every time I took it for a service they said 'oh, that's the import isn't it?' and got sniffy with me. When I enquired about PX'ing it for another VW they said that because it was an import they couldn't offer me the same value! I pointed out that it was made on the same production line in Mexico as the one in the showroom and the build sheet showed it as full UK spec. Even my insurance company were dubious when I initially insured it and said 'you'll struggle to get parts' and tried to increase my premium. This was all part of a wider conspiracy to stop the public buying cheaper cars from abroad, and eventually UK pricing had to change and the parallel import market dwindled.Weird times.
Have to say I wouldn’t say it’s in great condition. Rusty roof rails and doors. Rusty sills.
Anyway I’m sure it will make some good content.
Its almost 18 years old now. So I am not shocked. But then I own 30+ years old fords so used to rust 🤣
I really love this cute little treasure, looking forward to more content on Beryl.
With regard to the wheels, I fully agree, those trims look awful, the retro styled genuine OE wheel covers fitted by the factory always looked great on the ‘new style’ Beetle, I always thought.
Not sure if they are still available, if they are it would keep the car factory original, something which an enthusiast would very much appreciate😊.
I do like the way VW made a modern beetle this is a very nice car grom the fact is there is very little rust compared with other cars on the fleet no welding and you have found a resson to get rid of it its slightly uncomfortable if you can't take it on a long drive well time to pass it on after a couple of small repairs done maybe other people will find it comfortable
Looks like it's in pretty good condition. You've done alright I think 🙂 Not a Beetle fan but it should be flippable. I've had a couple of VW products; a woefully unreliable mk 2 Scirocco and my current car, a SEAT Toledo V5 which has been surprisingly good to own
My parents had so many of the 1960s VW Beetle when I was younger growing up and I miss them I have a huge collection of them in my room.
I think it's a keeper.
Lovely car far better than that drab Mondeo.
Hey Matt! I think the trade up was cool… I’m a big fan of VW‘s, I’d love to see some original VW alloys on Beryl. Looking forward to your Bissel work and it’s buffing. Keep it coming!! 🙏
You need to get a quick-release short trigger gun for the jet wash. Makes clean the car, especially under the arches etc loads easier.
Ps. Not a Beetle fan....
That roof rust repair probably needs the seaing strip removing if possible... that's most likely the start of the rust and paint breakdown..
The underseal failure needs addressing properly but as you say has been caught in time, probably an area wherw damp gathers and creeps behind the underseal and along.
As these are mostly Golf IV underneath, I suspect the inner wall tyre wear is inner control arm bush related (especially being the diesel). From personal experience, the clutch pedal can fall apart like the bonnet pull has Matt, and that's a pain to fix
It's a brilliant little car. Not everyone's taste. Super cute looking and built on the excellent Golf Mk4 chassis. Those 1.9Tdi motors are legendary. Love it!😃👌
Why is the Golf 4 chassis excellent? It's a regular FWD layout, with a regular susupention. Good thing is they don't rust much, but that's about it. The engine can be reliable, but it's peripherials (turbo, injectors, EGR, high pressure pump) usually fail first on well used cars. Objectively speaking, this is a Golf 4 with different body panels and dashboard.
@Бранимир Петров The amount of Golf Mk4s still on the road is testament to their build quality. The platform was a big step up from the Mk3 in my opinion. The Beetle is basically a Golf in different clothes...as you said. Any car that is well maintained can stand the test of time. I have a 2004 Golf Mk4 Gti limited edition with 220 000 kms on the original motor. Only changed the cambelt and waterpump....1 new battery, brake pads and tyres....otherwise completely original...drives like a dream.....and as you say...no rust at all.
@@jeremyjames1972 Well, the 1.8T is the far better motor than the TDI imo, they just have a oil orinking habit. However, not all cars tend to be like yours. My close friend have a A3 1.8T 150hp, which is almost identical to the GTI. There isn't a single component besides the chassis and the engine that haven't got replaced.
@Бранимир Петров I have the 1.8 T and its been excellent as I mentioned. Your friend maybe just had a dud....it happens. Mine also doesn't "drink" any oil between services
....that said...While Volkswagen has produced many very good diesel engines over the years, the “ALH” engine used between 1998 and 2006 is regarded as one of the best. 😉
@@jeremyjames1972 I agree. As we know, every car cam be relaible, as long as it's maintained properly, and most of these were maintained like a W123 200D
I’ve had 3 of these beetles. The 1.8T cabriolet, 1.6 which I sold with 200k on it :) did lots of motorway miles.
And I’ve still got my 2002 1.9 TDI which is fantastic. Pulls well, great on fuel, reliable and a solid car.
Although I have never been much of a Beetle fan (old or new) it should still make an interesting project and if Mrs F likes it too then go for it!
Love that design of Beetle, but was (perhaps oddly) never fussed on the old version.
Looking forward to see what you do with it!
Why on earth would anyone get upset at someone else's choice of vehicle? Some people seem bent on being angry at absolutely anything...
These aren't everyone's cup of tea but I've owned one and I like them. Very smooth to drive. A set of BBS X spoke alloys and a 1" drop will do wonders for it. Just watch the sills for rust, usually the N/S.
Can’t believe all the hate for the beetle we’ve had ours for 4 years we love it We have a 2013 with 55000 mile with a 2.5 liter petrol w/ 5speed its ten and we plan on keeping it til it’s done.
Did my driving test in a 1968 Beetle, thought it was a great car. I also love the new Beetle, it really captured the essence of the old. What's not to like? Thinks? the daft flower thing!
Nice car. I've always liked the new Beetle, but never owned one. If I did, I'd probably grow very fond of it! Looking forward to seeing how far you get with the "I swapped a paperclip" project!
Not saying it’s a bad car Matt, but just haven’t got the enthusiasm for it that the Mondy gave us! Tbh, I feel you’ve traded down and not up given the Monday’s increasing collectibility!
I like it. check under those plastic covers for rust though underneath
Not a huge VW fan, never owned a actual VW but have its VAG cousin the Skoda, I really like this shade of blue when it's cleaned up, as that's what I will be doing on mine tomorrow hopefully. Through as a step into VW ownership then the beetle would be the perfect choice.
I like your Bug... Cool little car. They're not very practical, but fine if you're not carrying too much...
I think you've the best colour here... Too many have "loud" colours, which in my opinion, spoil them...
Ive had 2 of these, make sure you check the sills as they can hide a multitude of rot and filler
Suggest Hydrate 80 after rubbing down the roof. 2 coats then if you need a good filler Dolphin glaze self levelling works well on flat and slightly curved panels.
As you know Matt I am a bit of a Mondeo fan, having said that I did look at a "new" Beetle as an option a few years ago. OK it was an RSi replica 😃 3.2 V6 in a beetle did tick my "That will be fun " box.
Having owned a couple of original Beetles in the past I must admit I quite like Beryl.👍
I’ve owned a 2003 beetle turbo (manual transmission (I’m American so that’s very uncommon), heated seats, and sunroof) for 8 years. Let me tell you this: do NOT talk bad about this car right in front of it. I swear these things can actually hear you and they will come at you with a vengeance.
yep I think ya got sumthin there🤔 I had a 2001 new beetle which I continued to drive until 2010. Haven't driven one since then but mine was automatic. Was car shopping with dad and he actually knew how to drive manual transmission. To think now that he could have taught me that but I just did not think to ask him😭. And he just asked me stuff like "ya want a sunroof?". Boy was I stupid then or what....
kent paints is a brill co. for getting car paint mixed , even myself has used them for car paint for me honda jazz. brill . all of those beetles rust in the end just like the very old ones did in same places.
I think salvage rebuild uk use Kent paints & speak highly of them 👍🏻
ok brill
A new set of reg plates will help lift that paintwork
Looks like a cracking purchase 👍
Matt your mrs told you to get rid quick the Mondeo.but not said nought about this beetle..she German!!😊
Oh my god it’s beetle so cute I have got few old beetles big fan of beetle looking forward to more from your beetle
The only thing about the beetle (MK4 golf in a frock, like the TT) I liked was the adverts in Canada (internet and print)...... Turbonium
Good engine
Me and my Sister were born in 1979 and my Dad had one. Apparently we stoved the roof in years later when jumping up and down on the roof and crushed my Dads beetle. Can't remember doing it but Dad said it was white. No idea what he did with it. He had many cars. Mini Cooper S, heavily modded in the 60's. Datsun 120Y, Renault 18GTS, Fiat 131 Mirafiori. Early 90's the Renault. Mk1 Golf GTI. Drove it like he stole it! It had been modified. Did 90mph in third gear. Rover 800 vitesse in green. Later life Pug 405/406 diesel. Only car he regretted selling was a Citroen bug eye DS.
Well i for one like the new beetle, i almost bought a yellow early one last year but the boot was of no use for me. Shame yours has got some rust issues but apart from that it's a good looking car that will go forever with that engine.
That Beetle is the coolest car on your fleet, I love it. Tomcat and Alfa close 2nd and 3rd. Looking forward to future videos 😊
I used to have a VW Passat 1.9TDI 130bhp SE 4motion 03 I loved that car kept it for nearly 6years.
Not as iconic and desirable as the original Beatle, but it is a good example of a modern classic. I always thought it was a bit girly though LOL. Might have something to do with the vase and flowers. 😊
You'll get those who don't like it sure, can't please everyone. Though i think it's an alright little one the "New" beetle here is, having that 1.9 diesel makes it a bit better there too, as people have said they go forever. Only thing not that good with yours is those wheeltrims, they'd need to go like you'd said in the first video. But yes, do think it's a good little one here, will be a good little series you'll be doing on it, cleaning it up & getting it sold or flipped for something else.
Not a bad car. You do need new tyres for sure. That rust needs doing quickly. I did have to laugh when you said about an older person not flogging it. My mother, AKA Hotrod Harriett, used to like to cruise at 80-90 mph in her old Volvo 240DL estate. That may have something to do with the car. LoL. When they were new I did not understand buying these, since they are nothing more than a Golf with a more expensive, less practical body.
You can easily install cruise control in this car since you are searching for a new steering wheel. A new switch ( the one for the blinkers and for the high beams) and programming. You will really add value to this car!
Hope the hubcap's turn up this time after you order them!!
Clever choice, If not the most popular, in my opinion. Looking forward to see the transformation of what is possibly a very affordable future classic. I also can't stop looking at a 2.3 v5 one for under £3k . I know i shouldn't but...
I've always been a massive fan of the old air cooled beetles (my Nan had several when I was little) so when those first came out I was horrified and swore they weren't beetles, they were toy cars made real and I would never want one. They've grown on me somewhat since then. I'd still rather have the model that came after it though. I much prefer the proportions of those ones.
At 17:32, is the sill ok at the bottom of that grommet?
Looks ok just surface
Am not a hater I owned two new gen Beatles check the rear of the sills behind the liner for rot the TDI def best one I had and they will go on if liked after I had a 2.0 petrol but the was so thirsty on fuel and always throwing fault lights but I loves them both
Interesting how much rust there is, hopefully you've caught it in time. I still quite like these but there not practical load space wise.
It is 18 years old so not bad really
I reluctantly borrowed one of these beetles for a camping trip last year, it turned out to be a good little car.
I had a blue Beetle Turbo for a few months. It was fun car but so many problems. Scrapped it in the end sadly. Was never as good as my Rover.
I have liked these, specifically the turbo model with the retractable spoiler on the top of the rear window. Other retroish car that I have not seen mentioned that we had here was a Chevrolet HHR and the SSR.
What about that retro t-bird that showed up for a short time.
Sorry Matt, I understand your reasoning behind getting the beetle. I think your going to struggle to trade up with it. I hope i am wrong, still love your videos. I hope you buy another Alfa next.
For me it was more that it was so compromised compared to what the Concept One promised that left me disappointed. A midships driving position and cramped boot just to share Golf underpinnings took away the practicality of what should’ve been a winner. Mini did it better. That said, as a fun little used car it has appeal, and with those shared underpinnings parts should be plentiful and cheap. The styling has aged well and is somewhat timeless! Still very expensive here, 2005 models in good condition are around $10k Aus (£5700)
I love the Beatle, I always wanted one but never found one that meets my expectations.
Paul meets mine.
New Beetles aren't really my kind of thing but it appears you have an undeniably good example there and I don't think you'll have a problem moving it on when the time comes. Not being messed around by an immobiliser is another definite plus!
That flower and vase would be the first weight reduction if I had that car.
Car has very little value as it's a old diesel and high mileage scrap value I'm afraid
I like that Beetle Matt , especially in that shade of navy blue
looks like the connecter hose in your K2 is failing. be worth ordering another :)
That rusty on the roof was rectified under warranty during the day. But highly unlikely now..we had 2 ltr auto. which my wife adored but unfortunately the auto box wasn't that reliable so much so had to have a recon. one fitted. The latest model of the Beetle (2013 on) is a far better car. Hope you have many happy miles of Beetle motoring
Matt - is your idea to do a flip series and see how far you can get? Trade up to a TVR!
I liked the "New Beetle" which was what it was called, I was disappointed with its successor the "Beetle".
Not really my cup of tea but I’m also not a mad VW fan. However, I come to your channel for the “garage” segment of it and I will continue to watch regardless of whether I like the car or not. Looking forward to see what you trade this for.
Get a set of MK4 Golf GTi Recaros in it, some Audi TT fat 5 alloys and do the bodywork repairs it will be sorted.
Those VW PD lumps are bombproof. I have the 1.4 3 pot version in my Audi A2. Keep them maintained and they go forever.
matt end of the day IT'S YOUR CAR! if people don't like it they don't have to watch! Me personally am not a fan of Volkswagens, but thats personal choice. wouldn't stop me watching videos of beryl. there was a saying Justin Bieber once said... haters are just confused admirers.
Definitely not one for me, I preferred the Mondeo by far. But it isn't my car and this isn't what it is about. When March comes around, along with a new year of would-be university students who all "need" a car that granny has promised them, and hey presto, lots of 18 year old girls who love a cute car and want it NOW. Parents will love the sensible engine too. The vase will probably add >£500 in value with the right buyer. Good service history, good re-saleable colour, once the rust is fixed it will shout profit.
A lucky buy in good nick not rusty and been cared for I would get the original style hubcaps no mods and flip it and move on to the next quick flip
How about getting a mid to late 90s Renault next like a Mègane or a Laguna?
Well done Matt a great video and it looks a lovely beetle and with that PD engine and the golf mk4 chassis it will do really well those engines can go on forever with proper maintenance
Looking forward to seeing it get better and better with your TLC!
I was always a fan of the new beetle especially the convertible and love the name of beryl!
The sill is not surface rust, that will have come through from the inside out.
never liked this new beetle [the styling really], much preferred the A5 Beetle from 2011-19, which had better proportions. glad that they made the new beetle from the orig concept, as it brought the beetle back into production. just think the A5 was better conceived + one that I could own. drove a friend's new beetle in Germany for a while + it was a fine driving car - except the football pitch dash. someone just needs to bring back the Karman Ghia, perhaps using the Polo or Up! platform.
Glad that it's not a lemon. Nice project, lots of possibilities!
Always liked the classic beetle. I dont mind this shape but if i had to pick it would be out of the classic and new shape.
They’re not bad motors Matt but they are well in the banger category, so I think you might of got the raw end of the deal….Also you need binoculars to see out the screen as you sit so far back…, I’ve had a couple and being a Mk4 golf in a pretty dress makes them cheap for parts and quite reliable , but the interior plastics and switches etc aren’t quite Golf MkIV Standard.
I don’t know if you got the better deal though as they’re normally quite cheap unless it’s something special like the V5 or 1.8 turbo but a diesel PD is bulletproof.
My Mrs still has a minty convertible example and paid £500 for it 3 years ago and it’s completely rot free but it’s worth pulling the wing liners back and clearing out the mud occasionally to keep the sill ends good.
I love Beetles owned 21 of themback in UK 3 VW Campers 1 Notchback and and 1 Squareback not owned a new style beetle so enjoy it. Andy
These generation Beetles are actually a Mk4 Golf with a different body,get yourself a PD and they are brilliant.
I think it’s a great car, changing the wheels alone will make it more appealing. A great upgrade from the tired mondeo
Bought one 3 months ago for a cheap runabout while my jags at the doctors. The more I drive it the more I like it. It's fun but some mates reckon I'm mental🤣
Well I'm with you on this one Matt, I like the Beetle, original or this generation. If I was going to run one however it would be a Beryl 👍
I actually quite like the wheel trims.. short of replacing them with alloys, what can you do?
The "new" Beetle was never my favourite car, although I always thought it was quite nice looking. Must say that I prefer the original. I owned a mk2f Polo Coupe and never had to do any repairs to it in two years. It was a great car and never let me down.
Great video. It might be worth squeezing a bit of windscreen repair kit schmoo into that crack just to make sure it doesn't grow any more.
Hi Matt, veedubservices ltd is a car dealer around the corner from me in queniborough Leicester. Specialise in VAG service and repairs
Would it be cheaper to wrap the steering wheel rim with leather? It’d freshen up the interior.
Should of stuck with the mondeo