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The Volkswagen Beetle, like any car, has its fair share of problems. Some model years have more issues than others. Here are the three worst based on owner complaints.

Here's a look at three of the most common windshield wipers problems across the history of the Volkswagen Beetle model, according to owners on CarComplaints.

Like any vehicle, the Bug has its issues, and three Volkswagen Beetle problems commonly plague this car. Here's what you should know.

For fans of the Volkswagen Beetle model, here are five alternative compact car options that don't include the Mini Cooper.

Do you remember the Volkswagen Beetle Dune? If not, don't worry. Here's a rundown of what it was and why it could be a good collectible.

Though you couldn't buy a VW Beetle in the U.S. after 1977, they remained in production in Mexico for decades.

Here's a look at the history behind the Volkswagen automaker, and what the brand's name actually means and stands for.

After winning a 1965 Volkswagen Beetle in a game of blackjack, Chris Pratt spent 12 years restoring it to its former glory.

Will.i.am's custom car business of IAMAUTO creates plenty of unique modified models, including a one-of-a-kind 'mutant' Volkswagen Beetle!

The Ora Punk Cat was an obvious rip-off of the Volkswagen Beetle. Now Ora claims the new Ballet Cat is a completely different model from its Punk Cat, which is a completely different model from the VW Beetle. Sort of.

Now, as we know, the Volkswagen Beetle took hold in its market, and VW discontinued the many attempts at a sequel. But what would they have looked like?

The make and model car that appears in the most video game titles isn't a supercar. It's not known for speed. It's not even known for good looks.

You probably don’t look twice when you see a Volkswagen Beetle, but VW enthusiasts know just how much heritage these cars have. In fact, Beetle owners are usually pretty proud of their cars, and some can even be found affectionately modified. There are a lot of reasons why a used VW Beetle is a good …

Everyone knows that as soon as you see a Volkswagen Beetle, it's game on. Are car owners in on the Punch Buggy gag or blissfully unaware?

Do you miss the classic Volkswagen Beetle? Well, maybe you don’t have to anymore. The Volkswagen ID.4 was recently launched with the hopes of being seen as the new electrified VW bug.  The Volkswagen ID.4 Wants to be the new Beetle  The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 was recently revealed with the hopes of being a practical …

Given its best-selling status, the Volkswagen ‘Type 1’ Beetle’s influence shouldn’t be surprising. It inspired many cars beloved in their own right, like the Fiat 500 and 126p, the classic Mini Cooper, and the Chevrolet Corvair. But the Volkswagen Beetle did more than inspire cars; in some cases, it powered them. The Porsche 356, the …

Engine swaps are a common way to boost a car’s performance. And the results are especially dramatic when they’re performed in a small car. Mazda Miatas, classic Mini Coopers, Honda N600s, and even Porsche Caymans have been the subject of engine transplants. But what happens if you do it to an even smaller car? You …

For every icon like the Beetle, there are many more classic vehicles that languish in obscurity. Some nameplates, such as Ariel, Soriano, and even (at one point) Bugatti and Indian, manage to return. Tatra, though, is not one of them—at least not in the US. Which is a shame, because the 1930s Tatra T87 is …

The Golf name has adorned quite a few high-performance Volkswagens. And before the R, the fastest Golf was the all-wheel-drive R32. But before the hot hatch received its powertrain, another VW product tested it out first. Which led to one of the rarest, fastest, and priciest Volkswagen Beetles ever: the Beetle RSI. Volkswagen Beetle RSI …

While the ID Buzz, aka the electric Microbus, isn’t quite production-ready, it may not be the only iconic vehicle Volkswagen’s rebooting into an EV. 2019 saw the release of the final Volkswagen Beetle. Despite its styling and long history, consumer interest lagged, and VW discontinued it. But now, there’s rumors of a new Volkswagen Beetle—an …