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Iconic convertibles is making a comeback, and there is no ragtop more iconic than the VW Beetle. The 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible makes a great looking drop-top and offers the power, safety and comfort that was, obviously, not part of the first-generation Bug. The engine is up front, as are the drive wheels, but with the top retracted the feel from behind the wheel is very much just like old times. If you've been shopping for a fun, affordable convertible that won't be mistaken for a weekend rental, the 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible deserves a test drive.
It possesses a great safety record, has loads of head room with the top up and displays an impressive list of standard features. After eight years on the market, the New Beetle Convertible still offers one of the nicest interiors in its class. The seats are some of the most comfortable, with excellent back, side and thigh support for both driver and passenger. The New Beetle Convertible is really a year-round car. Its insulated top latches securely to the windshield post via a clever one-handed latching mechanism. Once in place, you'll be amazed at how hushed the interior becomes, even at highway speeds. The 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible mimics what is probably the best-known car in the world: The original Beetle. When down, the New Beetle Convertible's top rests high upon the rear deck, leaving room for a small trunk.
Considering the price, the New Beetle is remarkably detailed and its distinctive shape seems to be a contributing factor to its excellent crash test results and low accident repair cost analyses.The new 2.5-liter 20-valve five-cylinder engine is a vast improvement over the old eight-valve 2.0-liter engine. Not only does it bring an additional 35 horsepower to the table, it also provides the kind of low-end torque needed to move the New Beetle with some authority. |
Starts at $23,125*