I hate to see the abuse, neglect, and exploitation of
the New Beetle that is currently occurring. Like all Volkswagens, New Beetles need to be
loved and cared for, and not placed in unloving hands. I hope this page will encourage
others to rescue unloved New Beetles.
Leasing
Companies
A local leasing company has
placed these two white New Beetles into
automotive slavery. I feel their pain every day when I drive by them. They are
rented to unloving, uncaring, wanna-be owners who abuse them and return them
to an unloving home among foreigners ( Fords, Chevys. Hondas...). I hope one day
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Newspaper
Advertisements
| This advertisement for an Ohio Ford dealership
came from the Pulse Journal newspaper, December 1, 1999. This same ad has been
running for months. Obviously they are trying to ride the coattails of VW's success.
A response from them is they can't find a buyer. Asking too much I bet! Sure
would be nice if they could spell!! |
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| Unfortunately, this is a common site in
newspapers around the U.S. This advertisement was in the Cincinnati Enquirer on December
6, 1998. USED New Beetle prices range from around sticker price for a well used New
Beetle, to $7,000 or more over sticker for a low mileage USED New Beetle. Be sure to remember, if you buy a used New Beetle you DO NOT get the full
factory warranty. The factory warranty to for the original purchaser only. So, in essence,
you are paying too much, and getting a lot less. Don't get suckered! |
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Business
Advertising
| Steve and Tina in Florida wrote: I have seen Pizza Delivery, Sub Delivery and now this . This VW is on the
road in the Orlando International Drive area. These pictures were taken at the FX99
collectibles show last weekend.(January 16&17, 1999)
Also saw a white new beetle painted as a baseball. Red stitching around
the edges.
If this siting doesn't give you
reason to boycott businesses that abuse the New Beetle, you need help!! Save the New
Beetle! |
 
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| Pok�mon Attacks the New Beetle!
On July 29, 1999, Thomas P Rauen shared this horrible abuse:
"Thought I'd share a photo of another abused
Beetle I saw when i was picking up my new GLX."
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Hot
Mosquito Sucks Life out of Beetle!
This was spotted on Ebay on May 21, 2000. Needless to say it received no bidders and the
seller has been referred for counseling ;)
"This car is an almost brand new, customized,
1999 VW Beetle used in the McILHENNY Company’s TABASCO FIRE POWER SWEEPSTAKES and
featured in the 1999 Superbowl. It comes with a giant, very sturdy (but easily removable),
metal mosquito – representative of the exploding mosquito in their TV commercial
– mounted on back. This car is in showroom condition and has less than 2,700 miles on
it, with over 2,500 of those miles put on during its promotional lifetime. This car
features: *Factory air condition *Power steering *Power 4-wheel ABS disc brakes *Power
windows *Power door locks *Power mirrors w/defog feature *Remote locks *Cruise control
*AM/FM Stereo Radio with tape *Tilt & telescope steering wheel *4 air bags, two front
and two side *Height adjustable front seats *Fold down rear seat *Remote rear hatch and
fuel opening *Variable interval windshield wipers *VW’s high-end alarm and
Immobilizer *16” Premium wheels *All season radial tires with a full size spare
*“Primus cloth upholstery *Rear reading lights *Full floor mats This car is just like
brand new. It is undamaged and has been extremely well cared for. This is an extremely
rare car and the reserve is set at $45,000. Serious bidders only please. Payment is due at
close of auction by cashier’s check or wire transfer. The price is for local pick-up
(Seattle area) only and delivery is buyer’s responsibility" |
 
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| As seen on Ebay... Ummm.... no comments needed...
Geesh... why not make a limousine that looks like a baseball bat to
go with it! |
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Unfortunately, there will be more
to come :(
Have
you taken photos of New Beetle abuse? Would you like to share them with the world? Feel
free to submit them to this page! Together we can stop the abuse!
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visitors have been exposed to this abuse since September 20, 1998.
