I just recently bought my 2002 Cabrio Convertable. My top has small hole in back which I have put tape over. Mine came without a radio too but they left all wiring. For the moment I'm also using a Blue Tooth speaker. My boyfriend actually yelled at me for buying a VW and not consulting home first. I'm a grown ass woman and I support myself and I live on my own. I have since then split up with the guy with control issues and I love my car.
My sister had a 98 Cabriolet, and it was a good little car. She bought it for $1,200, and it lasted her seven years! It had around 140k miles, and she put around 300k on it before the transmission went out. Surprisingly enough, it was still running perfectly fine before she got rid of it, so I guess not every Volkswagen is bad.
I absolutely love the cabrio! I’ve since sold it, but it has actually been one of my favorite cars! The motors, like you said, are pretty much bulletproof.
I bought one of these in England for £500. It’s a 2001 model generally good condition. Bit of rot on wheel arches, rear shox need replacing and needs 3 tyres but I love it.
LOVE my 5 speed 2000 mk3.5 Cabrio!!! All manual, no issues with top or window motors. 240k miles and she whips like a little gokart. No engine, trans, clutch issues at all. Upgraded to Brembo rotors and pads, new calipers all around. Later ditched the blown shocks and old springs for Koni oranges and H&R (slightly) lowering springs. I plan on keeping it till i can get that Boxster
I loved mine too! BUT the detrimental floor pan damage made it a no go, plus the tons of other issues. I would definitely buy another one in better condition.
Josh Walling i was rushing to my ex girlfriends house to do a "prom posal" (yes i used to be a simp) i had candles and flowers in a vase in the back seat. This was my first car so my knowledge was no where near what it is right now. There was a light rain that day and my tired were as bald as can be... and ofc i hit a sharp turn too fast and i spun out of control. I hit the side walk after that i messed up their front lawn and landed into someones living room :P
My 02 cabrio has issues but its fun, drives like a Porsche on rails. But it gets over 30 mpg, and that heat will roast my feet and legs, with the top down, at 9k ft in elevation at night. Its awesome.
Weld a piece of sheet metal for the floor. Simple shit to do. Grab a small Miller, LIncoln or even one of the Harbor Frieght wielders, practice and throw the sheet metal in there and seal it up. Easier than it sounds, if you've never welded before... Hell, I learned....
I spent $2930 on my 2000 GL Cabrio (I wanted one sans the power windows or leather). Clean black cloth inside with redone bolsters, Nice stereo, leaky ac condenser (no issue for me. Its a convertible) not a hint of rust, excellent interior, straight body, new timing belt and water pump, serpentine belt, top like new, always garaged, could use shocks/struts.. 158k.. automatic (I actually found I enjoy it, weird?) . Its paid for and worth keeping up nice.
Not by any means a legit repair, but if it’s to keep the water out of the car, then yeah it’s an OK fix I suppose. Keep in mind the shell was totally worthless, so I only did a repair like this because of that reason.
I have a 2000 VW Cabrio MK3 have you fixed your car up more or have you gotten rid of it since? Have you had issues with the Speed Sensor causing your check engine light to come on?
Looks like a good project, especially for $400 Hell, anything that runs, good or bad is worth a grand, in my opinion I just picked up a 95 MK3 with 199,111 miles on it that haven't moved in a year or two so who the hell know how many actual miles Runs good Dog-o=matic trans is in good shape Interior is "OK". Paint shined nicely after some Mcguires. Working on it to make it safe and fun for the wife. Even with your interior, yours looks a bit nicer than my $700 one....Until the floor was JUST shown as I was typing this....
LOL was about to say that was a mk3 wolfsburg seat. Looks to be in nice shape too! Definitely the most comfortable mk3 seats they made. Now you need some black interior parts and slam it ;)
I've just bought one of these! Do you know what different cars we can take parts from? E.g. Mk3 golf gt's, Mk4s? Mines a 1999 so do you know what other year models we can take parts from? Cheers mate ✌🏼
I currently have a 2002 VW Cabrio, but the only problem with it, is that it won't reverse. The gears will shift, but the car itself won't move. What could be the problem for this?
I can only assume it's an A/T, my moms 99 cabrio with the A/T lost reverse and soon after started slipping BAD in first and second gear. Had to have the trans replaced with a remanufactured unit. You can have a mechanic hook up a scan tool to check the solenoids, but it's most likely the transmission starting to fail.
Gotcha, I'm looking for a new seat for mine and trying to figure out if there is enough space for folks to get back there with a sedan seat. More vids on the 3.5!
Nice! Yeah the Swiss cheese floor was a no go for me haha. This thing got me through some winters in college and I have since moved on. I actually wish I could find a rust free one because it was such a fun car!
My 02 cabrio is my everyday driver!(: it's disgusting sadly last owner didn't take any care of it, gone have it looking brand new by end of the year that's the plan anyway😏
I’d just like to point out that this video has the most number of positive comments relative to my other videos. People really love these cars, and the owners of them seem to be nice people too. Glad to hear you are enjoying yours!
Hi you will prolly never see this but I needa left side driver window idk if you would be down to donate your window to me… someone broke into my car and now I can’t find a window anywhere 🤣 so if ya gotta extra Cabrio window or now where I can find one lmk! 😆
Ohhhhhh. Well in that case, the floor pans were toast. The entire floor pan would’ve needed to be replaced because it was paper thin and hand multiple holes. This car was essentially running and driving scrap metal at best. Fixing it the right way just wasn’t an option that made any sort of sense.
@@joshwalling4633 I WISH the one I just bought had a manual. It's gonna be the wife's "toy" so I haven't much say in it other than when she gets sick or tired of it then I'll build the engine and trans and make a damn sleeper out of it
It wouldn’t be that bad as a first car as long as two conditions are met: the floor pans are in excellent condition and the roof / windows don’t have any leaks or rips.
Do not Lease. Like throwing $ away. 5 year old low mileage cars are the sweet spot of value and reliability. Maybe not a VW... though (as much as I like them)
I just recently bought my 2002 Cabrio Convertable. My top has small hole in back which I have put tape over. Mine came without a radio too but they left all wiring. For the moment I'm also using a Blue Tooth speaker. My boyfriend actually yelled at me for buying a VW and not consulting home first. I'm a grown ass woman and I support myself and I live on my own. I have since then split up with the guy with control issues and I love my car.
What a story! Glad you are enjoying the car
I hear you sister
You did right on the car - I've had one for 24 years - and on the boyfriend.
Def the better choice
My sister had a 98 Cabriolet, and it was a good little car. She bought it for $1,200, and it lasted her seven years! It had around 140k miles, and she put around 300k on it before the transmission went out. Surprisingly enough, it was still running perfectly fine before she got rid of it, so I guess not every Volkswagen is bad.
I absolutely love the cabrio! I’ve since sold it, but it has actually been one of my favorite cars! The motors, like you said, are pretty much bulletproof.
I bought one of these in England for £500. It’s a 2001 model generally good condition. Bit of rot on wheel arches, rear shox need replacing and needs 3 tyres but I love it.
LOVE my 5 speed 2000 mk3.5 Cabrio!!! All manual, no issues with top or window motors. 240k miles and she whips like a little gokart. No engine, trans, clutch issues at all. Upgraded to Brembo rotors and pads, new calipers all around. Later ditched the blown shocks and old springs for Koni oranges and H&R (slightly) lowering springs. I plan on keeping it till i can get that Boxster
Oh, and picked her up for $600 just as a backup car. Loved the ride and made it my daily commuter. Great milage, cheap fillups, and parks anywhere
I loved mine too! BUT the detrimental floor pan damage made it a no go, plus the tons of other issues. I would definitely buy another one in better condition.
please do more videos for this car
I love this car. I bought a 97 VW Cabrio and it’s my favorite car ever
My first car was a cabrio... i cry every time i remember how i crashed it into a house
Tell me more
Yeah how did I miss this comment? lol - explain!
Josh Walling i was rushing to my ex girlfriends house to do a "prom posal" (yes i used to be a simp) i had candles and flowers in a vase in the back seat.
This was my first car so my knowledge was no where near what it is right now.
There was a light rain that day and my tired were as bald as can be... and ofc i hit a sharp turn too fast and i spun out of control. I hit the side walk after that i messed up their front lawn and landed into someones living room :P
Holy heck!
Josh Walling my cheeks were WASHED when the vase hit the back of the driver seat lmfaooo
My 02 cabrio has issues but its fun, drives like a Porsche on rails. But it gets over 30 mpg, and that heat will roast my feet and legs, with the top down, at 9k ft in elevation at night. Its awesome.
I just got a 1993 cabrolet Mk1 with 67k miles on it. its so fun to drive
Would’ve preferred a Mk1 over a Mk3 for sure!
I had a 1999 Mk3 Cabrio. It was fun car when it worked. ;D
Heck yeah!
Love videos that not only have an older VW, such as the mk3.5, but also Alvin & The Chipmunks singing in the background.
Weld a piece of sheet metal for the floor. Simple shit to do. Grab a small Miller, LIncoln or even one of the Harbor Frieght wielders, practice and throw the sheet metal in there and seal it up. Easier than it sounds, if you've never welded before... Hell, I learned....
I spent $2930 on my 2000 GL Cabrio (I wanted one sans the power windows or leather). Clean black cloth inside with redone bolsters, Nice stereo, leaky ac condenser (no issue for me. Its a convertible) not a hint of rust, excellent interior, straight body, new timing belt and water pump, serpentine belt, top like new, always garaged, could use shocks/struts.. 158k.. automatic (I actually found I enjoy it, weird?) . Its paid for and worth keeping up nice.
I like the floor quick fix. Something to keep in mind. Is nice little car, I've got 2 of these, make one out of it.
Not by any means a legit repair, but if it’s to keep the water out of the car, then yeah it’s an OK fix I suppose. Keep in mind the shell was totally worthless, so I only did a repair like this because of that reason.
I was in the exact same position with mine with some minor panel rust, the exact same tear but I still love it for some weird reason
I have a 2000 VW Cabrio MK3 have you fixed your car up more or have you gotten rid of it since? Have you had issues with the Speed Sensor causing your check engine light to come on?
me and how do you lay the back seat down
Looks like a good project, especially for $400 Hell, anything that runs, good or bad is worth a grand, in my opinion
I just picked up a 95 MK3 with 199,111 miles on it that haven't moved in a year or two so who the hell know how many actual miles Runs good Dog-o=matic trans is in good shape Interior is "OK". Paint shined nicely after some Mcguires. Working on it to make it safe and fun for the wife.
Even with your interior, yours looks a bit nicer than my $700 one....Until the floor was JUST shown as I was typing this....
Convertibles make great winter beaters!
brothertax the mohair top makes it warmer. My wife’s has leather heated seats and it’s an awesome winter car.
Great find, money well spent. I love this car!👍
I brought a 2002 glx with 60k milage runs great for 1000$ today I love this car
LOL was about to say that was a mk3 wolfsburg seat. Looks to be in nice shape too! Definitely the most comfortable mk3 seats they made. Now you need some black interior parts and slam it ;)
I've just bought one of these! Do you know what different cars we can take parts from? E.g. Mk3 golf gt's, Mk4s? Mines a 1999 so do you know what other year models we can take parts from? Cheers mate ✌🏼
Not exactly sure man. I know it shares a motor with the Mk3 golf, and everything except the genders and bumper is exactly the same as a Mk3 cabrio.
Golf, for sure. I believe it shares a lot with the Jetta as well. Seats are the exact same Jetta, Golf and Cabrio
I'm thinking of getting one of these bad boys!
Joshua Walling after evaluating my current personal situation, I decided to wait lol but thanks for that!!
Do you guys also have a leaking roof? Is there a way to fix it?
I just bought a 1995 and love it
Still one of my favorite cars I have ever owned lol. I’d own another if I got the chance
"I got a new car"(0:08) never trust this man working on your car.
Hahahahahaha
@@joshwalling4633 "I got a new car", when you really got a beat up used car for $400.00.
Mine is red with black interior. I wosh i had the tan interior. I paid 1500 for mine. Runs like its new. 148k miles
Bro i picked one of these up for $1500 with 75k miles. The speedometer doesn’t work. The soft top is ripped and won’t go down
I currently have a 2002 VW Cabrio, but the only problem with it, is that it won't reverse. The gears will shift, but the car itself won't move. What could be the problem for this?
The gear guide might be broken
I can only assume it's an A/T, my moms 99 cabrio with the A/T lost reverse and soon after started slipping BAD in first and second gear. Had to have the trans replaced with a remanufactured unit. You can have a mechanic hook up a scan tool to check the solenoids, but it's most likely the transmission starting to fail.
Im waiting for an update on this beast
I just a stick cabrio but with less features
i have an 2002! looks similar to mine!
Make more videos of the gli mkv there's not a lot of videos of those cars
how can i drop the back seat
Will that seat slide forward t let the folks in the back?
Gotcha, I'm looking for a new seat for mine and trying to figure out if there is enough space for folks to get back there with a sedan seat. More vids on the 3.5!
Once I fix the rust on the fenders, Im getting Raceland coilovers. Nice and cheap for my $1k cabrio.
Hey do you happen to know where the fuse is for the convertible top?
I bought a 99 wit 83k that looks the same for $350 and have the rest spot in the same place 🤔,great job & be safe
Nice! Yeah the Swiss cheese floor was a no go for me haha. This thing got me through some winters in college and I have since moved on. I actually wish I could find a rust free one because it was such a fun car!
@@joshwalling4633 that's awesome sir this 99 is my second I had a 2001 that I bought for $800 & again great video 😊
I need a front right fender but they are so hard to find.
Ebay
i have a 1999 vw cabrio and i love it. these cars definitely need extra care to have the full potential
Joshua Walling please post more updates on your ride i would love to c more. btw my name is joshua too. thats ironic
Me too i have a cabrio golf 1998 and its very reliable
I always just assumed these were mk4s
Well and steering wheel isn’t Mk3
Correction it's a 2.0 not a 3.5!!!
the smell is the sound danpener under the carpet
I have one that i'm going to sell soon, if anyone is interested let me know. a 2002
I have 2000 and I love it 😄
I got mine with 60 k miles on it total.
My 02 cabrio is my everyday driver!(: it's disgusting sadly last owner didn't take any care of it, gone have it looking brand new by end of the year that's the plan anyway😏
I’d just like to point out that this video has the most number of positive comments relative to my other videos. People really love these cars, and the owners of them seem to be nice people too. Glad to hear you are enjoying yours!
Hi you will prolly never see this but I needa left side driver window idk if you would be down to donate your window to me… someone broke into my car and now I can’t find a window anywhere 🤣 so if ya gotta extra Cabrio window or now where I can find one lmk! 😆
Oh no!!!!! I haven’t had this car for a very long time, so I won’t be able to help. Maybe there is a cabrio Facebook group?!
Sorry to hear about this.
u should have patched that hole up the right way, just don't ever cross with it truew a border because u will be there a while.
Not sure what the eighth way is, but I’m sure it’s criminal lol
Josh Walling right way captain obvious.
Ohhhhhh. Well in that case, the floor pans were toast. The entire floor pan would’ve needed to be replaced because it was paper thin and hand multiple holes. This car was essentially running and driving scrap metal at best. Fixing it the right way just wasn’t an option that made any sort of sense.
Volkswagen made a variant of the Cabrio with an automatic transmission?! Why???
Well their target market definitely wasn’t men who enjoy driving at the limits hahaha
Josh Walling I enjoy driving my five speed Cabrio to its limits. Probably the funnest car you can get for $600 if you take the drop top into account
I agree with you, but it’s not a “drivers car” by any means, it’s not a car I would even expect to come with a manual transmission
@@joshwalling4633 I WISH the one I just bought had a manual. It's gonna be the wife's "toy" so I haven't much say in it other than when she gets sick or tired of it then I'll build the engine and trans and make a damn sleeper out of it
400 $ ? In my country 3000 $
I have a cabrio too ! But people keep hitting it! 🤬🤬🤬
They are trying to do you a favor haha, thing is a death trap! Haha, or at least mine is
Josh Walling why do you say that? Is this car worth getting as a first ride?? Hahaa sending peace to you dude
It wouldn’t be that bad as a first car as long as two conditions are met: the floor pans are in excellent condition and the roof / windows don’t have any leaks or rips.
Just got a 2000 for $800
MK4 !
so it got cold and my air bag light is on and never had any light on my dash but now i doo hmm
Do not Lease. Like throwing $ away. 5 year old low mileage cars are the sweet spot of value and reliability. Maybe not a VW... though (as much as I like them)
I didn’t end up leasing. I bought a C7 A6 prestige from 2012 for a steal, 3.0T
There's one in my area for 300 hahaha I beat you.
Nice! I sold mine - would not buy another haha.
Mk3 hehe yeah
This is house many times he says it’s gross inside. 👇
It was gross inside, the convertible top was torn and the floor was Swiss cheese, lots of water got in haha
That is a golf 4 cabrio
bag it
Malcolm you’re drunk
B A G A L L C A R S
Jesus Christ, the video shooting is so crap!