Volkswagen Beetle
The third and final generation of the legendary Beetle will cease production in July 2019, capping a storied run that spanned eight decades. Volkswagen has actually planned two Final Edition models as a tribute. In the meantime, you can still get your lovable Bug in coupe or cabriolet format. How about the heritage-inspired Beetle Coast or the more rugged-looking Beetle Dune that sits on a beefed-up suspension? All units rely on a 174-horsepower turbocharged engine.
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Goodbye Volkswagen Beetle, Hello Future
Goodbye Volkswagen Beetle, Hello FutureNearly everybody has a Volkswagen Beetle story to tell. A survey has never been done to our knowledge in Canada, but we’re quite convinced that a the very least, a third of us have an uncle, a parent or someone close that can tell you about their experience with the …
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The End: The Last Volkswagen Beetle Leaves the Assembly Line
The End: The Last Volkswagen Beetle Leaves the Assembly LineQuite officially, this is the last time we will be saying goodbye to the legendary, quirky and fun-loving Volkswagen Beetle . Well, at least to a petrol- or diesel-burning version. This is not the first time we say farewell to the car, as the last unit of the original Beetle …
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2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible: Topless for Less
2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible: Topless for LessWe have to admit that our Canadian climate isn’t favourable for owning a convertible. With our endless winters, sales on this type of vehicle aren’t very high, so less and less models are available on our market for lack of profitability. Most convertibles are now sold by luxury brands, and …
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2016 Volkswagen Beetle Dune: Keeping it Fresh
2016 Volkswagen Beetle Dune: Keeping it FreshEvery year in Montreal there is a large European car show called Eurokracy. The event attracts Euro enthusiasts from all over Eastern Canada and Northeastern USA in what has become a must-attend—not just for Euro owners, but for any car enthusiast. That being said, it helps to be able to …
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First Drive: 2015 VW Beetle Classic
First Drive: 2015 VW Beetle ClassicWhen Volkswagen launch the “new” Beetle back in 1997, it was undeniably cute. With its bubble shape and bubbly personality to match, the relaunched Bug captured the hearts of buyers the world over. But, after 14 years of production, the Beetle grew tired, and designers were faced with a conundrum: …
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2013 Volkswagen Beetle TDI: Not Winter-Ready?
2013 Volkswagen Beetle TDI: Not Winter-Ready?Volkswagen has long been a champion of diesel technology in North America, often standing as the lone brand willing to import its turbocharged, oil-burning European passenger cars and offer them for sale in the U.S. and Canada. It was a certainty that the recently redesigned of the Volkswagen Beetle would …
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Want to Buy a Jet-powered Volkswagen Beetle for $700,000?
Want to Buy a Jet-powered Volkswagen Beetle for $700,000?Do you miss the Volkswagen Beetle ? Yeah, it’s still kind of sad that production ended for good in July 2019. Now, we’ll put a smile on your face with a Beetle that’s for sale on Craigslist . You may have seen it before on the web or on TV.
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A Final Farewell to the VW Beetle to Ring in a New Year and Era
A Final Farewell to the VW Beetle to Ring in a New Year and EraAs you know, the iconic Volkswagen Beetle officially ended production last summer. For a final farewell, the “people’s car” will be honoured in an animated short film titled The Last Mile , set to debut during ‘Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2020’ on ABC tonight. The …
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How the VW Beetle Could Survive as an EV… and What it Might Look Like
How the VW Beetle Could Survive as an EV… and What it Might Look LikeWere you sad to hear that production of the iconic Volkswagen Beetle will end next year as the current generation bows out? Well, don’t shed a tear just yet. According to a report by Autocar , the company is already working on a plan that would see the lovable Bug …
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2017 Volkswagen #Pinkbeetle: For the Millenials
2017 Volkswagen #Pinkbeetle: For the MillenialsVolkswagen advertises its Beetle as a car for a hip, young crowd. However, not many of these young buyers are lining up to buy the stylish little vehicle, storied past or not. With the latest special edition of the Beetle, Volkswagen is trying to attract the millennials, and more specifically …
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VW launching Beetle Dune, Beetle Denim models for 2016
VW launching Beetle Dune, Beetle Denim models for 2016A pair of throwback Beetles will be available at Volkswagen dealerships in 2016, joining the Beetle Classic in a growing retro lineup. Whereas Volkswagen set out to recapture the original Bug's glory with the Beetle Classic , the Beetle Dune and Denim models take the car in two very distinct …
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Here Is The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Dune
Here Is The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle DuneWhen we think about the original Beetle, one of the first things that pops into our minds is a dune buggy. Based on regular Beetle chassis, lacking power and any sort of all-wheel drive, these little off-roaders were surprisingly capable: they weighed next to nothing and their rear-engine configuration gave …
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Review: 2015 Volkswagen Beetle Classic
Review: 2015 Volkswagen Beetle ClassicThe Volkswagen Beetle is undeniably iconic. But it's forgivable to find the new car more cute than classic. Thankfully, Volkswagen has a remedy for that, introducing a new Beetle Classic model that blends cutesy charm with vintage flair for a car that's worthy of its name. This segment originally appeared …
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Test Drive: 2015 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
Test Drive: 2015 Volkswagen Beetle ConvertibleDo you think “lively drive” and “Volkswagen Beetle” belong in the same sentence? Graeme Fletcher sure does, as we find out in this edition of Test Drive, featuring the 2015 Beetle Convertible. This segment originally appeared on Episode 3 of Motoring 2015.
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2015 Volkswagen Beetle
2015 Volkswagen BeetleIf you like its style, the Beetle is a good choice, combining modern technology with a retro appearance. More on the 2015 Volkswagen Beetle.
