Is an old VW bug a good first car for a 16 year old?

Question 1
Is an old VW bug a good first car for a 16 year old?...  I am in love with the old VW bugs, & have thought of it as my dream car. I just want to know if it is a good first car for me starting out, & if it's safe enough. I'm talking about the 1960's VW bugs

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1)   Waffen SS Stormtrooper is history! - One Dollar

2)   No, VWs always need fixing even if it looks nice, u will be poring lots of $$$$$ and time, so if your rich then yes buy it if not then buy a used hatchback honda it will run good low maintance good gas milage and it would look nice rapped around u - mike g

3)   I would say to get a car you like, because you will take better care of it. I loved my first car, and I still do. My friend got a really cheap old car that he didn't like and he crashed it in, like, the first few months of owning it. Remember that most people crash their first car and so it might be better not to get the best car until you know you can really take care of it. Not that you would crash your car, but, statistically speaking. - Sarah; MissPrin

4)   I think that that car is more of a toy than a first car. - theman

5)   In a short word, no. The problem is that time has passed the air cooled original Beetle by. Even VW gave up trying to update it, as newer designs were cheaper to build, offered by economy and power and were safer in an accident. Also, the Beetle never had a full automatic transmission anywhere that I am aware of; so, you'd have to be able to drive with a manual transmission. A lot of people don't know how to drive a standard transmission and that's a problem for some parking attendants. I know because I attended a party and they had valet parking, but the parking attendant couldn't drive my car, so they left it where I put it!

The big problem is that safety has changed cars a lot in the last thirty two years since the last VW original Beetle was sold in the US (1979 or 80). The Beetle has almost no frontal crash protection, no abs, no air bags, roll over protection (the last few years of the Beetle in the US were convertibles), low power, so-so fuel economy, and a very touchy Bosch fuel injection system that was problem prone that was used from 1975 onwards. (though some people switched the engine over to carburetter system).

In stock form they are very slow; even the 60 BHP bug motor took nearly 19 seconds to reach 60 mph from a standing start, today the slowest car is a Smart car and that took just over 14 seconds to reach 60 mph, with an average subcompact being around 9.0 seconds or so. Or, to put it another way, the average subcompact is 50% faster in acceleration than the late 60's stock bug. Yes, you can modify the motor and/or the fuel system and get a fair amount of power boost in the process, but it will take money, time and effort to do this. And, don't forget that fuel economy goes down as the power goes up. Also, other design faults can be a serious issue depending upon circumstance: poor heating/defrosting, drum brakes that need frequent adjustment, minor engine tune ups every six months with a valve adjustment, no power brakes, steering, windows, cruise control, some years no rear window defroster and the list goes on and on.

While its true that some issues can be dealt with; i.e., brakes with an after market disc brake conversion kit, the defroster by adding a electric blower and adjusting the heater defroster cables and or flaps and/or sheet metal at the heat exchanger, etc; all of these things will take time and money to make the as reliable and comfortable as a recent vintage used car.

Also, although it isn't hard to work on Beetle (other than the fuel injection system), in many areas, people haven't seen one in a long time, so qualified techs to repair it are getting scarce. I haven't worked on one in over ten years.

The good is that parts are plentiful and fairly cheap, can be ordered on the web and if you join one of many chapters of VW owners club, you'll be able to find someone who can help you maintain the car. They remain very popular and fairly cheap to buy and run (all things considered), but as daily transportation, I think you ought to pass and get something newer and safer to drive. You should have a car that will protect you well in case of an accident. A car can be replaced, you can't.

Hope this helps, a car nut. - a car nut

6)   A '64 bug was my first car, at your age, but I wouldn't give my daughter one now. They're just too light and too OLD now! They never were safe cars to drive -- I think the concept of "defensive driving" was conceived just for their drivers -- and they're no longer economically feasible. See if you can find a used Honda. - Bryce

7)   Any car that runs is a good car in my opinion. Just have it checked out and keep in mind that with an older car depending on how well it was previously taken care of it may have issues associated with being a car that is 40-50 years old. Also yourself a favor and locate some place that specializes in working on Aircooled VWs. From what I understand they are pretty easy to work on so you may be able to pick up a manual and if you are mechanically inclined you may be able to work on it yourself. Also join an online forum related to Bugs.

VWVortex is a site that I am on and its has helped save me money (its a VW enthusiat site)
I say this because I own a VW scirocco and being apart of an online forum dealing with my car has saved me money and time.

Good luck - lt991


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Question 2
Must I use premium gas in my VW?...  We purchased a gently used/certified 2008 VW Passat yesterday. I had a 2003 Jetta before (my trade in) and always used unleaded gas. My Mom has a 2008 Touareg and also uses unleaded, as does my Grandma who has a 2009 Tiguan. I am assuming that the VW dealership filled my car up with premium gas. Is it really absolutely necessary to use premium gas, or is that just a recommendation? My husband (an experienced mechanic) says that it will perform better on premium as it was designed to get that kind of gas.

Will it harm my car if I use unleaded? I always buy my gas from Kroger or Randalls (grocery store deals).

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1)   Look - any certified VW dealer or service outlet should know! Just ask/phone them and give them the model of your car. Certain high performance cars run badly on regular gas and therefore high octane gasoline is recommended. - Sigi H

2)   if your manuel says to use premium then you should be using it. if its meant to run on premium and you put cheap gas in you could start to hear a ping. The car will run better on premium also. I used to have a car that could run on 87. but i din't like the way it ran so i put 93 in - Bill

3)   It's not a law, but you'll like the increased performance if you do. - chasm

4)   It is recommended to use premium gasoline in many newer cars nowadays as the engine runs smoother and there's a power increase as well. You can use standard unleaded but it's not recommended. - Murcie_LP640


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Question 3
Is this a good price for an old 74' VW bug?...  See link http://volkswagentrader.com/listman/listings/l0123.html
& tell me what you think. I'm 16 years old and I am looking at this as my first car.

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1)   i dont lik bugs but 5 grand is a ok price for a fully restored one i gues theres so many of them u never kno wat bargin u can get - Jhon

2)   couild try looking on www.thesamba.com,and compare what you are looking at to what is on thesamba.than you can get a better idea. - KAM

3)   upon first looking at the add and the small pics, i was thinking yes. especially for a 1974 in California, which is the VW Mecca of the USA. but then seeing the double barrel Weber carb i kind of changed my mind.

so your 16 and a girl i take it? do you have any mechanical experience of know-how with cars of any kind? VW's can be expensive to maintain if you do not do the work at home by yourself. every 3000 miles you have to, change oil and oil strainer, adjust valves, adjust carburetor if necessary, adjust the brake shoes, check timing, points, condenser, check and gap the plugs if needed. you also need to check the oil at least once a week. if you dont you will kill the engine in no time at all.

So, if you are willing to work on the car and take care of the car consider buying this one. there are thousands of them for sale in California alone. dont jump on the first car you see that you can afford. shop around and get the best deal you can. and look around on the samba for a car.

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/search.php?submit=yes&keywords=&type=text&stype=all&username=&yearfrom=&yearto=&pricefrom=&priceto=&model[]=&section[]=65&section[]=1&section[]=3&wanted=show&zip=&zipdist=0&state[]=&usaregion=&country=&sort=date&sort_order=DESC&submitButton=Search - Air-Cooled (o\ ! /o)


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Question 4
how much would a classic volkswagen beetle cost?...  

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1)   Yes. - Cereal Killer

2)   Look at Samba.com I've seen them from $500.00 up to $40,000. - hotvw1914cc

3)   depends on the year the condition the location and what the seller wants for it.

anywhere from FREE to $50,000

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/search.php?submit=yes&keywords=&type=text&stype=all&username=&yearfrom=&yearto=&pricefrom=&priceto=&model[]=&section[]=65&section[]=1&section[]=3&wanted=show&zip=&zipdist=0&state[]=&usaregion=&country=&sort=date&sort_order=DESC&submitButton=Search - Air-Cooled (o\ ! /o)


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Question 5
2000 VW Jetta Gls 2.0 rough idle and dies.?...  i just bought a 2000 Jetta GLS with 99K miles, when i start the car it has a low idle at first, like its about to die, then settles at 900rpm, then i give it gas and it is shutter like its gonna die, and when im stopped at a stop sign or making a turn it will die, and the battery light comes on. I checked the battery and alternator there both good, i cleaned the MAF sensor, and unplugged it and the motor runs the same, so i dont think thats it. Also i have a code of p1580, im not sure if this has to do with the motor running like it is. Another thing is when im driving and i am accelerating and abruptly let off the gas it jerks, not side to side but like fwd, im very frustrated and would appreciate any help.
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when the car idles its at 800rpm, and when i get it gas while parked, i rev it up to about 3K and then let off gas and it goes down to 500-600rpm, and then stalls out. Could it be a clogged fuel filter, or catalytic converter, or maybe even bad spark plugs? im just guessing, i really need help with this.

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1)   check throttle body - Discover

2)   what discover said :D - A

3)   i have ad the same problem. start with a simple fuel filter as its only about 12 dollars for the part and can be changed in about 5 minutes. if it still does it, have the catalytic converter looked at. if its gets clogged up it will cause the same problems because the car cant release the exhaust properly and causes the engine to starve for air. - baldwin


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Are Volkswagen Jettas a good buy?

Question 1
Are Volkswagen Jettas a good buy?...  My mother is looking at a Volkswagen jetta sport 2011 , or a honda civic.. she wants a manual,, she is really into the VW but she isnt sure how good they are maintenance wise, she doesnt want to get something that will be in the shop every weekend.. what do you think? anybody have a jetta ? what are they like for finding parts and such?

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1)   They're actually very good cars, the late 90's and early 2000's saw a lot of Volkswagens with quite a few problems, but once VW rolled out he MK5 platform (around 2005) they had just about everything sorted out. They're very good cars, she won't be disappointed. - Red

2)   I own a Volks Wagen Jetta and its a very good buy! It will stay with you for a long while, Its fast, its very handleable, very easy to manage, and pretty good looking. You wont have any problems with the car, i guarantee from experience. Its worth every cent of the money. Also, the seats are very comfortable, and the air conditioner is very fast cooling. :) hope this helps - coolmegz

3)   Jettas are some of the most reliable cars out there. Once you get one, and if you're good about maintenance, they just won't quit. I've got a friend with a 2004 who's got over 100K on his Jetta and that little thing just won't quit. I will drive VW's for the rest of my life. She has to understand, though that once she enters the VW family, she will have a very hard time leaving. VW's are for life =] - Paige G


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Question 2
what insurance group is a vw 1 litre?...  what insurance group is a vw 1 litre

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1)   Ignore the above answer, it depends on the model, the trim level and the year - MG 6

2)   What VW are you talking about?

Find it on Parkers site, here...
http://www.parkers.co.uk/insurance/#ig=0 - EvelynThe ModifiedDog.

3)   Many of these insurance companies are always ripping you off at every chance they get. I had ONE accident in which the damage was smaller than the deductible, so I for it myself. But when I had to renew my policy, they charged me extra. It's absolutely rediculous. I had to change, luckily, I found this info here: http://www.yoursaveinsuranceconnect.tk and was able to quickly find the lowest rate currently with the same policy. I think I dropped my rate by around $180 - Clarice Cuadras


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Question 3
how much would a classic volkswagen beetle cost?...  

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1)   Yes. - Cereal Killer

2)   Look at Samba.com I've seen them from $500.00 up to $40,000. - hotvw1914cc

3)   depends on the year the condition the location and what the seller wants for it.

anywhere from FREE to $50,000 - Air-Cooled (o\ ! /o)


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Question 4
Does a 2.0l volkswagen gt have a turbo?...  Does a 2.0l volkswagen gt have a turbo?

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1)   I assume you mean the 90's Jetta GT's. No they do not have a Turbo. - Lippy

2)   Nope, but a turbo intake isn't hard to install XD - Paige G


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Question 5
Do the old 1960's VW bugs have air conditioning?...  

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1)   It was an option. But very few had it.......................&&& - **Uncle Jed Sez**

2)   If my memory is correct (no promises on that), it was a dealer installed option during the 1960's, with a couple of different companies making kits for the vehicle. I think DPD air, Fridgeking and Texas Air were the biggest and best known of the companies making kits for them. They worked, but, drained off horsepower off a already overworked motor and made them prone to overheating. I think VW didn't offer factory air on the Beetle until the early 1970's. DPD and Fridgeking are long gone and I think Texas Air is no longer offering parts for these units. I have heard that someone is making an aftermarket kit for the air cooled Beetle, but I haven't seen one in years. - a car nut


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I want to buy a used 1998 Volkswagen bug, how much should I spend on one?

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I want to buy a used 1998 Volkswagen bug, how much should I spend on one?...  Ive been looking online and so far I see that they usually go for around 3,000 to 3,500ish.. I found one that was 2,000 and I just think it's too good to be true I figured there has to be something wrong with it or it has a lot of miles.. this is gonna be my second car but my first one I didn't pick out, so I'm not sure what it is I'm supposed to look for in a good car. How many miles is too many miles? and are they pretty good on gas I know it's a 4 cylinder car and I heard a 4 cylinder uses less gas, is that true? Any other info would be totally appreciated =)

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1)   Don't buy it! Nothing but problems and falls apart - Baker

2)   Anyone buying a used car should start by looking at the Consumer Reports Used Car Buying Guide, which is normally published once a year. I've always relied on their findings and ratings for new and used cars. Some bookstores, Walmarts, or your local grocer sometimes keep them on display longer, however, your local library should have a back issue copy along with the current monthly issue. Again, look at reliability ratings for that car. Are they better than average, average, or worse than average? Why would you want to buy a car whose reliability is rated worse than average? Don't buy something that is repair-prone. Buy something that has better than average reliability, or at least average. Spend wisely. Also, look at the car manufacturer's entire lineup. How do their other cars stack up? Do they also have problems? It's rare that only one particular model stinks, while the others shine.

You asked about price. Go to the links below and input the variables to determine what each of those sites consider a good price to pay for that car. Get a good average from the sites so you'll know what that car is really worth. Why? Because if that car is worth $2,000, and you pay $3,000 for it, and decide you want another and want to sell it, guess what your car's worth? We all pay a little more than we should, but not too much. How many miles is too much? That's a tough question. I think anything over 80,000 and the car is going to start to need significant work to keep it going. In this case, look at the year of the car, 1998. It's 13 years old. It's been my experience that anything over 10 years and stuff really starts to break. Four cylinder cars are usually good on gas, vice six or eight. Now, my personal opinion on VW.

VW makes some of the funnest cars to drive. German cars all handle very well, and really make driving fun. German cars are some of the most unreliable cars I've ever read about. I've owned two VWs and both gave me loads of problems. The last one I owned was a VW Rabbit, which I bought at the nine-year mark. When that car hit 10 years old, the engine started giving me all kinds of problems, and not just minor ones. Every major component failed and cost me more than what I paid for it. VW's reliability has been less than average or poor across the board with all their cars. Brand new, they are fun, but have problems. Used, they can be a nightmare. My advice, pick another make like Toyota or Honda.

Toyota has had more than their fair share of problems recently with all their cars, but historically they make solid cars. Honda too. But, do your own research, don't rush buying a car. Also, take someone with you who knows cars, and always take it to a repair shop for a once over mechanical check before paying any money. Have them look it over thoroughly.

Knowledge is power. Know how much the car's worth. Know how much you want to spend. Know how you intend to pay for it. My credit union's loan department is very good at helping folks buy cars. They are sticklers for paying the lowest price, and offer free printouts to help folks understand what cars are really worth. Does your credit union or bank offer this service? Edmunds.com is also a good place for price info.

One more thing. The second a dealership or someone selling you the car sees that you're a woman, they have already figured you don't have the smarts to know what you're doing. They figured you don't research makes/models, you don't have a clue about reliability, and you don't know anything about car values. Prove them wrong. DO NOT FEAR CONFRONTATION. Absorb it, and it will make you stronger. Stick to your guns. Every time I've bought a car, I've always visited as many dealerships as possible. I want confrontation, I want them to tell me lies so I can know the information I've gathered is right. Practice at different places so you can learn how to deal with sales persons and managers. I always show up with all my notes (in order), notepad and pen, and calculator. Never let anyone at the dealership or wherever you buy a car see your notes. Write down stuff you don't understand, refer back to it, or ask someone else. Be smart. It's your money, spend it wisely.

http://www.nadaguides.com/

http://www.kbb.com/

http://www.edmunds.com/used-cars/ - Canines

3)   Before buying the car you should also compare insurance prices for these cars to estimate how much you will really pay for it - carquotes.sinfree.net - Oliver

4)   with old cars likes like that its a gamble... about a year ago i bought a ford escort for 3000 it took another 2500 to fix the problems it had...then i got a 2008 VW GTI and right now i think the gti was a better deal than the 3000 dollar car. money wise that is.. - oX.CoOkiE.MoNsTeR.Xo


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Question 2
Squeaking sound? vw jetta?...  I have a 2006 vw jetta that squeaks when driving slow or on uneven ground especially on turns. It's comes from the front only, I had my breaks replaced in feb. along with the rotors, What could be the issue?

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1)   You need to get your Flux Capacitor greased. Take it to the shop and ask for the Flux Capacitor service. Should only be 15/20 bucks. - sweet river baines

2)   Flux capacitor?? Total hype answer. - mo mo mokie

3)   Might be the shocks or sway bar. My 2000 Jetta did that. What exactly does the squeaking sound like? - Calvin Perkins

4)   cv axles - Alex


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Question 3
i want a vw beetle. which model/year is best to buy?...  well i saw a 1971 beetle for sale down my street and i asked my mom if we could talk about getting it. since i'm looking for a car anyway. so she talked to my dad about it and he said it was a death trap. well that crushed my dreams haha.. but anyway. i love the look of the beetle and i know the new-ish ones aren't as attractive, but i still like them. which vw beetle model is the best safety, and mpg wise? gas prices are crazy right now... i'd prefer a standard drive but auto is ok. i'm 16 and about to get my licence so i guess the best model for new drivers.. (i'm used to driving a 2008 honda civic coupe. is the beetle a drastic change in driving style? will i get used to it quickly?)

lots of info is very helpful! thanks in advance :)

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1)   Hey there =) I'm looking for a VW bug too they're so cute and I don't know too much about them but I did hear that they do pretty well with gas cuz it's a 4 cylinder car.. and I'm personally trying to get a 1998 bug cuz there way cheaper than the newer models, not to mention super safe compared to the old bugs. That's about as much as I know lol I'm asking questions on here too to learn more about these cars, hopefully u can get ur bug =) oh and pretty much any car u get ur gonna get used to it pretty quick it'll feel a lil funky at first but ya after just a lil adjusting you'll be fine. Good luck - Bree

2)   Before buying the car you should also compare insurance prices for these cars to estimate how much you will really pay for it - carinsurance.deep-ice.com - Oliver

3)   go with GTI - oX.CoOkiE.MoNsTeR.Xo


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Question 4
durability of 1974 VW Westfalia?...  im looking at getting a westy for my first car. i heard that the biggest problem with them is their engines. and, if i was to install a bolt down couch lets say from lay-z-boy, can i reinstall the seatbelts to the original brackets? would it be legal?

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1)   Keep the valves adjusted & serviced on schedule (VW dealer will tell you how often) & they will last forever. - clncarplz

2)   vw's can be a lot of work. especially compared to new cars. they require regular maintenance which if you don't do yourself will be expensive. every 3000 miles you NEED TO. change oil (and filter) adjust valves, check timing, adjust carburetor, change fuel filter change air filter, adjust brakes, adjust clutch cable if needed etc etc. you need to check the oil level at least twice a week if not more and top it off. not to mention minor things that can and do happen in between regular maintenance intervals. i drive a 1970 beetle everyday but i also do all the work myself and on time.

if you do all that then you have nothing to worry about with the engine. they are some of the strongest and most reliable engines out there. thats why they sold over 22,000,000 of them for 56 years while barely changing a thing. - Air-Cooled (o\ ! /o)


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Question 5
2001 vw jetta vr6 fuel economy?...  I have a 2001 vw Jetta glx vr6 2.8L I was wondering why my mpg isn't as good as it supposed to be?
For instance i had an 01 jetta same motor and both had manual transmissions my old one got at least 33 mpg hwy and aroung 28 city. The jetta i have now only gets about 22mpg hwy and 18 city. The only difference between the two is a had an aftermarket muffler on my old one thats it!
There are no check engine lights on now it has a new mass air flow sensor.
Please no trash talk about vw or that motor.
on this model it shows details like mpg, instant mpg, average mph, and a timer for how long the motor has been running or somethinglike that.

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1)   A 2001 Jetta VR6 manual is rated 17 city 26 highway under the new regime. You're right in the ballpark of where you are supposed to be. A muffler wouldn't make that much difference so I suspect the old on really didn't get that much, maybe you just thought it did. - D

2)   Mm... I find this for you. http://giftchoice.info/2625/air-flow-sensor - Ng Causey


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whats mrk is this volkswagen golf?

Question 1
whats mrk is this volkswagen golf?...  http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201118386388084/sort/priceasc/usedcars/price-to/2000/model/golf/make/volkswagen/page/1/radius/20/postcode/bn24bj?logcode=p

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1)   it looks Mk5 - M M M

2)   It's a Mk4. And a fairly early one at that. - EvelynThe ModifiedDog.

3)   Agree, its a Mk4 - Lippy

4)   That's a Early Mk4 golf that suffers the Common Abs pump failure Manufactured by Ate teves. If you test drive a early example between 1998-2000 make sure you don't get a low speed abs activation when coming to a stop ie at road junctions etc or it will cost you £500 for a replacement unit. - turboextreme


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Question 2
Can an 1835cc (92x69) VW engine be rebuilt to a 1775cc (90.5x69) without additional machine work?...  What parts would be needed? Just pistons and jugs?
I am going to add a turbo, and am worried about the thinner cylinder walls of the 92 bore. The 92 is a "slip in" big bore for 90.5. The extra displacement comes from thinning the cylinder walls.
It's also on a Baja bug that I beat the hell out of sometimes, so it'll be bounced around a lot more than a street machine.

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1)   Why do you want to drop displacement? You will be loosing torque and power.

Yes all you need are the liners and pistons, however the head may also be different as well. - BigeQ

2)   the block is bored out to fit 92mm jugs,cant go smaller than the 92's will have to get another stock 1600 block and have this block bored out to 90.5mm and will have to buy another set of heads bored out to 90.5 a lot of expense for less motor, - KAM

3)   why do want to do this? afraid an 1835 is not reliable? its probably more reliable than a 1776 in the long run. keep it an 1835 you will be much happier and save a lot of money by doing so



EDIT: yeah, i just assumed that who ever built the 1835 was smart enough to have the case clearances for bigger jugs but apparently they wanted to save a buck. yes in that case build it into a 1776. much more reliable then that 1835. if it had been done correctly i would still stand by what i said earlier about going with the 1835.

since thats not true definitely go with pistons and jugs for a 1776. pretty sure you will need heads as well - Air-Cooled (o\ ! /o)


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Question 3
Looking for what year models of Volkswagen beetle will be compatible with a 1969 beetle.?...  Need a front axle for my 1969 beetle and i need to know what years are compatible so i can find a spare. Thanks!

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1)   68, 69, and the first half of 70 use the same front end. The basic front end is the same since 65, however in 68 VW switched to a 4 lug wheel. In 70 The front suspension went through a major make over and that is when they started using McPherson suspension. - Shane A

2)   try www.thesamba.com and any year from 68 to 76 but not super beetle, the super beetle has strut front end.and the 69 you want is a ball joint,earlier than 67 has king pin,link pin front.can also try www.cbperformance.com for more choice's. - KAM

3)   any 1968 to 1977 standard bug is a straight swap for the beam. - Air-Cooled (o\ ! /o)


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Question 4
is a VW jetta a good first car?...  I really really want a 1999 VW Jetta, but I'm told that they'd make a bad first car because they're too low to the ground for towing, and their costly to repair?
Is this true, and other than that are they good cars?

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1)   thats bs

jettas are sexy, efficient on gas, and easy as heck to fix - Julian

2)   Jettas are awesome! German engineering at it's finest. I've never thought once about my girlfriend's Jetta being "too low to tow". Then again, they're so reliable I'll never have to worry about it! - Matt

3)   What kind of idiot would recommend a car on its ability to be towed?? VW's can be a little bit more to fix, but not much more that anything else, plus German parts are generally very good quality so your getting a better deal anyway. Jettas are awesome cars, they have their querks, but all cars do. They are fun to drive if its running good. - Steve Polychronopolis


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Question 5
Is it true that Hitler founded the Volkswagen car company?...  

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1)   yes. - Steve

2)   yeah sure , he made many things good , ok he was a dictator , but his men made huge discoveries in both technology and science , he also developed the architecture and make this cars company !! - Jeff Lebanon

3)   He didn't discover or find the automobile company, Volskswagen, but he did ask German car makers for a peoples car. Thus the name VOLKSWAGEN translated means peoples car.

He did give several sketchy ideas for the development of the VW Beetle.

He is still credited with the initial design and concept for some of VW's cars. - Mobin Cybersmart


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Help with 2003 jetta hazard lights not working?

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Help with 2003 jetta hazard lights not working?...  I have a 2003 jetta the blinkers work fine and there are no blown fuses or anything when I try to turn the hazard lights on it just buzzes at me I checked all the fuses associated with the blinkers tail lights hazards and even the head lights I can't figure it out please help.

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1)   Swap out the switch, that may be the problem. - KurtisMG

2)   If your blinkers work fine, then its the switch. I find it strange that it buzzes at you though? Does it buzz the same when it DID work? - Jason

3)   AMAZING!You might try this places:
http://connotea.info/174052/hazard-light - Dion Caraway

4)   There was a recall on the MK4 hazard light switch in 2004-2005 that included all models of the generation. Similar to the first couple coil pack recalls, the replacement switches seemed to have a higher failure rate than the originals. In any place, it is definitely your switch which is bad, and the clicking sound is a normal sign of faulty switches.

Before you purchase a new switch, I would head to your local VW dealer and have them run your VIN to see if they owe you a switch free of charge. - gti_4cefed4


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Question 2
why does my 72 super beetle backfires?...  i have a 72 super beetle it backfires as i let off the gas until i take it out of gear and also when im at a stop when i pull the the number four cylinder wire off the dist it stops the valves are fine so is timming what could be the problem?

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1)   Ignition timing is too far advanced. - The Ghost of Harrison

2)   bad spark plug wires or worn out cam shaft - Steven P

3)   It needs a tuneup. - doane_nut

4)   if you have backfiring out the exhaust when engine braking, you have an exhaust leak. same thing happened to me about a year ago. turned out i had a decent size hole in my muffler. so check all exhaust clamps and gaskets and look for small holes - Air-Cooled (o\ ! /o)


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Question 3
How much should it cost to rewire a 1968 VW Beetle?...  I just purchased a 1968 VW Beetle. It is solid with very little rust. But, the wiring is a mess. It starts and the headlights and wipers work, but that's about it. I was just going to have someone rewire it from front to back. How much should it cost for a job like that?

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1)   A LOT. Don't be surprised if you're quoted a grand or more. - KurtisMG

2)   that is a very long complex job even on a VW. i have no idea what it would cost but it will be a lot more than you think. call around to some local air-cooled shops and get some quotes - Air-Cooled (o\ ! /o)

3)   have you checked the fuse's?a rewire would be expensive for your classic bug.try www.cbperformance.com they sell wiring harnesses for the bug,universal 12 circut system. - KAM


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Question 4
Air intake on a 2010, 5 speed, mk6, 5 door, 2.5L VW Golf?...  I am looking to install an Air Intake on my VW Golf. i Have done some research but am not completely sure if it needs a specific type or if i can just make one from scratch. i don't have all that much money so something simple would be appreciated.

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1)   there is technically no such thing as a "cold air intake". after all, where would the "cold air" be coming from. want to go cheap. replace your stock restrictive air filter with a higher flowing one like k&n. and replace your intake tube with one in larger diameter and shorter if possible. DO NOT install a super long pipe because it looks cool. think of it this way. if i give you a 3 foot straw and tell you to drink out of a glass, you will have to suck ALOT harder to get some. now if i give you a 3 inch straw and tell you to drink. it'll be easier. same thing applies with your engine trying to suck in air. keep doing your research. you'll find something good and cheap. even if you have to make it yourself. - ant

2)   Your factory intake flows a lot more air than a stock or near stock engine can use, aftermarket intakes are absolutely a waste of money on modern VWs. - Richard R


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Question 5
Volkswagen passat price in India?...  

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1)   http://volkswagen-passat-price-in-india.blogspot.com - Adadad Addaad

2)   Volkswagen Passat Price Rs 19,20,777* - Rs 25,65,000* in New Delhi Show Room.
You didn't mention the city. If you mention it, i could help you lot. - Apu


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