I BOUGHT A CHEAP VW BEETLE CONVERTIBLE

[@HighPeakAutos]

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[@johncart2082]

That was comedy gold, especially the springs, it was like a clown's car, I was waiting for the doors to fall off.

[@chriswilkes4350]

Good one. Made me laugh.

[@TonyWhitley]

I burst out laughing. Does that mean I'm a bad person? :)

[@robloxfan4271]

😂

[@haichyou2930]

😂

[@eeclass20]

Crusty!

[@mikeprice5755]

I don’t think many of us know the smell when you take the cover off a speedboat Matt 😂

[@allsearpw3829]

Yes we do, it is like a wet £ 50 pound note , the bundles grow to the strength of the smell .

[@iainnorquay5371]

@@allsearpw3829 yep buy a boat and pour money into the water, I have been there with an Albacore.

[@antonioercolino6087]

My friend had one of those beetles. The driver's door refused to open and it was like Russian roulette if you operated the roof, sometimes it would open and sometimes you were driving with the roof down like it ir not. Really nasty plastic interior. 😒

[@judgementalTX]

I thought he said his speedos

[@paulsheehan2998]

It's similar to when you have the moat drained if that helps?

[@snbala]

Keep doing these sort of videos please, not only is it entertaining but it gives a glimpse into how people look after their cars, which majority of the time seems really badly. I can concur about the condition some cars are, as a trader myself. Great video.

[@jamesmarchant5837]

I’m genuinely sick of trying to buy a decent second hand car worth its money. They are all skips. Or hiding something. Sold by chancers and crooks

[@MuscleBandit]

That part with the loud noise which made you duck made me laugh so much a bubble came out and I had to blow my nose! Cheers mate! Good decision to sell it on 👍

[@howardlake6178]

Thank far k it was your nose 😂😂😂😂

[@MuscleBandit]

@@howardlake6178 I may be a tad kinky mate but even I won't be found on my sofa knocking one out over Matt any more than I would be over those stains on that driver seat!

[@EtonieE25]

@@MuscleBandit l was just waiting for him to pull a loada dried sticky tissues from under the seat to go with the stains on the seat 😆

[@MuscleBandit]

@@EtonieE25 😂😂😂

[@tomd-k830]

I really love that most times when you do these cheap car videos, that if you think the car is crap in the first place, they turn out pretty well but as soon as you´re a bit excited you receive a total bucket... Anyways, another great video :)

[@Alexander_l322]

That was bang on with the woman’s names who’d drive a beetles. I had a neighbour called Julie, guess what she drove!

[@bobbyrayofthefamilysmith24]

Car for middle age unmarried woman with lots of cats

[@Mr_Cool]

Eeh, a c63 amg?

[@jdmguy44]

A Nissan Skyline R34

[@Alexander_l322]

@@bobbyrayofthefamilysmith24 she has a partner and 2 kids with him

[@timhancock6626]

Did she used to go out wiv a bloke called John, and she jilted him 😂

[@CaptainHwx]

You know a car is a bucket when even the car doesn't want you to enter 🤣Brilliant video as always!

[@stephandolby]

From a C3 Picasso where everything worked barring possibly the engine, to a Beetle where possibly the only thing that works is the engine... not having much luck, Matt.

[@bobmartin5101]

I love your channel, we appear to be very similar humans to a degree. However it did bring a nostalgic smile to my chops, watching your initial appraisal of this new acquisition I was swanning around the motor trade for about 30 years, and the adrenalin of going to the main dealer after buying 6 or 8 cars (in a job lot), that were described over the phone by a slightly wonky salesman is something even to this day I really miss. I can tell you now, I have bought some pure gold, as well as pure mullock It is such a mixed bag of a career, you never know what would land on your lap from one day to the next. The most fun filled days of my life revolved around second hand cars, and the thrill of the chase. Thanks for the videos, they are not only factually accurate, but also well presented. I was exactly the same as you to some extent, wanting to rescue every stray dog of a car from the tip, but you are right about being more realistic with deciding if its a lost cause. Best wishes.

[@monikacorgi]

One of my favourite videos!! Definitely something to watch on a bad day. Your face when you saw the roof, then windows playing up, cracking springs and someone who clearly wasn't a fan of this car throwing a rock at it lololol 😂😂 Better than all antidepressants. Looking forward to watching more videos

[@tehklevster]

That broken spring is hilarious, it's like the bonging sound of a knackered old bed. 🙂

[@howardlake6178]

😂 Bonging, or bonking 😂😂

[@reececollison5101]

“For 57k miles surely it can’t be too bad” … very famous last words 😂😂

[@gravemind6536]

Old low mileage cars are often not great at all. Not driven enough and left sitting for long periods which means rubber seals dry out, fuel in the tank is poor quaility when left over time the engine in these types of cars is also used for small trips where the engine hardly gets warm. You are also more likely to get electrical problems as mould and damp infest the car. Old low mileage cars also haven't had many of their parts replaced as there has not been enough use to wear them out completely meaning you get an old car with lots of parts that are near deaths door. Low milage manuals that are old also often have burnt out clutches usually from OAPs who are not fit to drive burning them with poor driving. Any car that has done on average less than 3k a year over its lifetime I would actively avoid for the above reasons. A lot of these old low miles cars are clocked.

[@MegaVinny73]

@@gravemind6536 that's not always the case. Totally depends on how and where they are stored / parked up and how they are looked after and maintained. I've got a 12 year old R56 Cooper S, 30k miles, mint, almost like new. Rare as rocking horse you know what in this condition and mileage.

[@bwdrives]

@@MegaVinny73 sounds like yours is low miles but well looked after. Lots of low miles cars out there that get neglected because they forego maintenance under the assumption that it’s not been driven enough to be serviced

[@MsCori76]

Hey not all Beetles are like this one! I own one myself with the 1.6L engine & 5 speed manual transmission & i can't fault mine as it's been a really reliable & problem free car. I've owned mine for a fair while now & intent to keep it for more years to come! Also, believe me, they are worth fixing as the value for them has skyrocketed, specially here in Australia 🇦🇺 I paid $10,000 for mine over 2 years ago & mine is a 2006!

[@miasheree594]

i bought my 08 beetle for 4300$ because it had a leaking heater core and the transmission didn’t want to shift in to 2nd gear correctly (automatic), all it needed was a new heater core and a transmission flush and it’s easily worth more than 2x the amount i paid for it. luckily the interior and exterior are mint! great little cars ❤

[@MarkDenholm]

I always check out your videos but I honestly haven’t laughed as much as I have at this one 😂

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks!

[@mattlawton4715]

@@HighPeakAutos great video content as always

[@split_pin]

The loud bonging sound as you turn will be partly siezed top mounts and as they release the shock travels down the spring. Left any longer and the springs will be cracked though! I quite fancy an early 2.0 petrol hatch one of these, in blue or black. Quite practical too, my mate managed to carry a fridge in the back of his!

[@jamesmurphy1389]

This was the lemon we've been waiting for! - But you took it on the chin like a gentleman, Matt, fair play to you. And at least you got to ping that pink love-heart with all the cynicism you could muster! 😂

[@adamgorse7360]

One of the funniest reviews I’ve seen. An absolute lemon this car. 😂 done the right thing just trading it on. You win some, you lose some! 😅

[@autobahnproven]

Took one of these off-roading in California a few years ago. At the mountain peak, a guy was proudly photographing his Hummer H2 when we appear in a red convertible. I LOVE rental cars!

[@leebrown6623]

Has to be up there as one of your most comedic reviews 🤣 the sounds coming from the car cracked me up. Awesome content as ever

[@simonmacpherson603]

Spray the roof with patio magic, leave for a few days and then rinse off. You will be amazed

[@vladx2]

Now this is the content I’m looking for

[@DavidFerriday]

Poor Beetle just needs some love and a clean and a new roof. Heaps of them are scrapped so getting parts shouldn't be too much of a pain.

[@ianevans3619]

I've never liked Beetles new or classic, never owed or sold one . Good video Matt 👍

[@phillipstewart-forshaw4515]

Great video as always Matt. So interesting to see the downs as well as the ups to car trading.

[@Lot76CARS]

Well it runs and drives..sort of. Thankfully, we’ll all miss out on the smell, although to be fair your description was detailed enough😂

[@RedEyedJedi]

This is a great video on when to call it a day and cut your losses.

[@Rjhs001]

One of the things I like about these less successful adventures Matt is the feeling of smugness I get because I do take great care of my cars. Cheers old boy 😁

[@thomasortmann41]

What a beautiful car ❤.It needs a lot of care and love and it will shine again🎉

[@RussellSmithOmegaW]

The shortest duration I've owned a car was a V5 Beetle of this era. I actually really liked it when it worked, but the electrics on it made me wonder if the thing had been possessed. Sold it back as spares and repair but it was kinda fun while it lasted. Unsurprisingly not great on fuel, but sounded great. We had a couple of nice adventures though. I felt like there was a good car in there but some of the worst build quality of anything I've owned. Not VW's finest hour, fond as I was of mine.

[@golders99]

It looks like your correct and it was built in Mexico. 1997-1999: Germany: Wolfsburg (Wolfsburg Volkswagen plant). 1999-2011: Mexico: Puebla (Volkswagen de México S.A. de C.V.). 2011-2019: Vietnam: Hai Phong (CKD by World Auto).

[@alexlarby7917]

The wheels will need refurbishing - love that Matt 👍

[@ftw1540]

Old VW keys need more than several pushes to work. think of it like playing chucky egg on a zx spectrum, and push that button as fast as you can Matt👍🏻👍🏻

[@cybershot123]

You are getting better at telling us all about what to look for mileage wrong age wrong keep them coming great videos Matt

[@Nasphotography13]

My 89 year old dad has a red one, when my mam was alive she told him he wasn't allowed one, she called them hairdresser's cars but as soon as she passed he bought one, i am not a fan but it can be fun on a summers day my dad loves it

[@saddoncarrs6963]

Good for him.

[@kevincroft9848]

Hi Matt I love the V W beatle the old type I had a 1303 special it was built like a tank . I bought it for £ 500 had a respray for £ 250 It was racing green. I did 80 000 miles with no hassle it it didn't go wrong once.When First got it it had done 70 000 miles So by this time milage was nearly 150 000 miles. Brilliant car.I sold the car 2 years later for £2000 So I made over £1250 .l didn't want to sell it .But my wife wanted a newer car.. The car was over 25 years old but it looked like a new car..The person I sold it to was very happy with the car and she had it anther 5 years. I agree with you Matt the new V W beatles are garbage. But the ones are absolutely fantastic Kevin

[@MrSparklespring]

Typical VW junk. To be avoided at all cost.

[@RickGTI2019]

I recently bought the same one. 2006, with 102 K miles. It’s an electrical nightmare. Sometimes I think it’s possessed, lol. But the 2.5, 5 cylinder runs perfect. And it’s a fun ride. Not for the faint hearted ! Thanks, Rick….. 🇺🇸🌴

[@thefamilyrobbo]

You've got to be one of the most upfront car dealers ever. Your usual accuracy when you preempt the faults and radio station before you even see a car makes me laugh and this one turned out to be comedy gold. It's great you can laugh at your misfortune. I'd have been gutted if I'd bought this unseen but, as a car dealer, I guess it's about maintaining the ratio between gems and turds. This was a brown steamy one. At least you broke even and your mate should do ok . Great channel. Thanks Matt 😄👍

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks!

[@petefletcher984]

The brown steamy one sums up the driver's seat!

[@timhancock6626]

Convertibles with expensive hoods need a garage or at least a lean to and a cover. UV plays merry hell with them. I agree with you about Halfords over egging things. My daughter had her car serviced and MOTd with them the other week......it made interesting reading when she showed me the paperwork.

[@danecowan678]

Great video, very entertaining 😂 puts a whole new meaning to taking the rough with the smooth

[@sophie02222]

Top mount bearings … Not cracked springs ! First of all I thought you were boring ! 😂😂 some of the comments you come out with though… are totally excellent 😂😂.. “I’m sure it was a her who owned this car before “” “” people who own 1 series bmw cant afford to run them “” ….. watching your videos is a bit like watching “the office” !! Love it man! 😂😂😂😂

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks!

[@dmc9487]

Good video. I will remember this one as coolant light-gate VW Beetle version.

[@lvgio]

18:13 sounds like my music class playing the bongos, once again nice car matt

[@steverunciman3514]

Hilarious Matt. These sight unseen purchases are pure gold. If Top Gear produced this kind of quality content very week they would be on to a winner. But, they are too busy fitting outboard engines to caravans.

[@williamodell22]

You keep so calm and chilled. 😊

[@andyarmstrong1493]

Wow! That was so enjoyable. I'm always jealous when you buy a great car for next to nothing, and then make a terrific profit. Thanks for sharing this so honestly. I'd guess that the windows not closing might be down to the fact that you had opened the boot.

[@jenniferferguson9818]

I love your sense of humor .......

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks

[@nicholasnicolaou1499]

Another great video Matt. I never ever park under trees!

[@malcstanley229]

Its cold this morning and watching this has warmed me up,brilliant.

[@mattw-pomprod4152]

I'd love to see what your friend did with the car and whether he turned a profit with it? Intermittent electronics would probably indicate water ingress in control units or wiring somewhere/everywhere in that heap.

[@joshbrailsford]

After lusting after one of these as a kid, my sister bought a Y-reg hatchback a few years ago for her first car. I was pleasantly surprised how nice it drove...when it wasn't broken 😂 ignition coils, coolant temp sensor, alternator...the list went on. One VW "specialist" had it for weeks trying to figure out some of the electrical issues. She got fed up with it after about 18 months and took out a PCP on a brand new Polo.

[@chriskonte1909]

You think people would learn.. How about buying a quality car then xd

[@joshbrailsford]

@@chriskonte1909 well yeah, people do learn...by making mistakes. And anyway, my sister was fresh out of uni at the time with not a lot of money, and couldn't have known how unreliable the Beetle would be. She still liked the car, it was just disappointing. But she did learn, hence opting to replace it with a brand new car when she could afford to. Given that I said in my original comment that she did so, I think you could've deduced that she had learnt her lesson, so I'm not sure where your comment fits in.

[@chriskonte1909]

@@joshbrailsford Now it makes a whole lotta sense. Cause I really thought she hated that car after a few months and and just thought "Man I don't like Volkswagen but everyone is driving them I was just unlucky.." I personally avoid a car manifacturer if I don't like the products that they produce (I'm talkin about reliability only). But if the's happy with her new car that it's all good :)

[@afontirs]

I've scrapped two of my previous cars in my life and they were both like a new S-Class compared to this🤣

[@datathunderstorm]

The state of that Beetle Cabriolet was shockingly depressing!! Highly entertaining and honest video though - and that makes your productions unique. Thank you!!!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@TheOllieowles]

Was honestly in hysterics listening to the springs as you were driving 😂

[@seanbarnes9021]

Here in the US people love these cars. I just bought a 2006 VW beetle convertible at auction for $400 sat forever with the window partially down. I've been restoring it for 2 weeks now. Here in the US that car fixed is worth about $6,000

[@Rabscuttle3]

Ha! It's so funny, Matt, because my other half AND my daughter each has one of those - same colour, albeit a bit younger (2006 & 2008). They both absolutely adore them - and they both have flowers in the vases!! Yes, they seem to suffer window problems, the roof on one is similarly awful... But, although I feel a bit embarrassed driving them, they're quite a lot of fun in the summer and the engines/gearboxes are pretty reliable. They've had them for about 5 years each and still love them, despite their idiosyncrasies, so you're obviously not 'girly' enough to appreciate their virtues! 😍

[@Godot28]

@Joe mamma I think he's trying to grow out the peroxide blonde dye.... 👱‍♂️

[@Rabscuttle3]

@Joe mamma - Are you his mum, by any chance!?

[@Rabscuttle3]

@Joe mamma How funny! I'd love to know what you think of his 'new' persona on KZbin! He's come on a lot since the start and obviously pleases many of us viewers! He reminds me of myself as a young man, albeit I never had quite such an obsession with big, fast cars as him! We all love his soh and his 'eye-roll' to the camera!! 🙄

[@ulteriormotives2]

When my mom got a new car a few years ago she thought the coolant light meant she was low on wiper fluid. The mechanic thought the same thing, too! 😅

[@benny_mc]

Slam it and stick some gold BBS on it 😎

[@RetroGamerVX]

We've got one of these down the street that seems to have been abandoned, now I understand why!

[@jdmguy44]

Little wonder they're awful.

[@Dan23_7]

Seeing this makes me feel lucky that I paid £700 for my beetle, also a 53 reg. It’s a yellow 1.9 tdi, low miles (110k when I bought it in may) I have heated seats, AC, electric mirrors. Everything works as it should do. It’s a tin top not a cabby though. In lovely yellow 💛

[@andrewnichols1023]

I’m a car valeter and I can guarantee you that roof has no rips and with a steam clean and scub with a soft brush and tfr will come up like new.

[@SvennsCarchannel]

It is literally frightening that a car manufacturer that sells so many cars as VW does don’t put a little more effort into making a car that actually can handle normal use because they are otherwise rather nice cars!

[@miasheree594]

i have this exact car and it has 135k miles on it and the interior and exterior are mint, this car was definitely not taken care of unfortunately

[@rosscarlinedude]

I always enjoy your videos, but it's not often you do a car I know a fair bit about. That Beetle has all the common problems, expensive electrical issues, and the worst engine. You did well to get rid.

[@benspriggs5430]

Wow you’ve bought some bangers before but this must be one of the worst! The welcome mat made me laugh though, almost like they’re taking the p*** 😂

[@rvenden]

Wonderful video! Thanks. Your "crappy car" videos are the best.

[@michaeldebrou8767]

You know when hold 'em and when to fold 'em Matt, great entertainment as ever!!👍

[@davidjames3787]

Maybe you've bought The Love Bug, the VW Beetle that had a mind of its own.

[@stepjamie]

I just saw this video and was intrigued to watch, completely concur with the decision and I love the speed boat reference (I got it 😂). Keep them coming Matt, very entertaining on many levels 😁

[@DenmarkRadar]

"I'm a Celebrity! Get Me Out of this Car!" - High Peaks Edition ;-)

[@Wiltshire-observer]

The electric windows will fire up better with the engine running because the voltage on the battery is much higher whilst it charges. It’s classic lazy window syndrome. Might be better once all mechanisms lubricated.

[@pdtech4524]

Just as a heads up, they make great wedding cars!! Very sort after in that colour with the soft top. I'd tidy it up, put a new rag top on it, refurb the wheels and get yourself some ribbons 🎀 😉 Oh and a chauffeurs hat! You'll make more every week than you'll make trying to sell it on. 👍😁 Edit- just watched the end, to be fair it tidied up very well, most of it's issues are just signs of being stood for a lengthy time. I'd spend some time over winter getting it prepped for the wedding season next year, get some pictures of it with the top down and some pink ribbons on it 🎀 parked by a pretty church and watch the bookings roll in.....😁👍

[@NGC1433]

Not everyone is into dealing with all the hysterical brides, mate. I'd buy and give as gifts all the used VW bugs convertibles just not to have to do any of that.

[@pdtech4524]

@@NGC1433 No worries, it's not for everyone, just easy money and mostly good laughs and happy times!😁⚠️👍 £400 for a couple of hours 'work' happy days!! 😊

[@JulianMichaelOnLine]

That was such an enjoyable video Matt. Thanks for the smiles today!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks for watching

[@darrenwallis7630]

Now that is a proper shitbox…

[@TheCrossroads533]

I bought a used 2010 VW NB cabriolet. It is a delightful car, well cared for.

[@marekgregory4512]

OK its getting weird now I'll stop.

[@geraldabeyawardena5606]

Enjoy your programmes Matt, thank you. Could you please also mention if the cars you are reviewing are ULEZ free or not. Keep up the great work!

[@ReeseMoore]

Cheers Matt, from North Carolina, USA. I'm sure you did not intend for this video to be a comedy special but I literally laughed out loud. Your direct form of observation just caused me to laugh a good portion of the way through.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Haha thank you! Glad you enjoyed it

[@bogdanvidrean4728]

5:44 I couldn't help but notice that white beauty in the background

[@thesilentgametestr]

mazda 2 has the same blue light till its warm. it amazes me how some people resort to moaning rather than looking in the handbook. i prefer the classic beetles, but this one seems decent. problems aside it could be fixed and used for a banger to go about an estate or farm, basically run it in to the ground.

[@70053morayfirth]

Well done for bravely parking your posteria in those seats with that worrying yellow-brown stain. The mind boggles! You can get hood paint which might have spruced the roof up temporarily. If this is their car, what is the state of Julie or Sharon's house? Another great video.

[@NomadicNight]

If I had to guess, I would say that the electrical circuit that controls the retractable roof, also controls the electric windows, maybe.

[@SibRevs]

Just picked up a 2006 2.5l Beetle today for $1100. It is easily the cheapest interior I've ever had the displeasure of sitting in. VW really took cost cutting to a new level with that car. I've owned several VW/Audi cars and I can't believe that the same company made this interior.

[@Jahmed5635]

Please do a video on how you actually make money after tax, I understand that you’re able to make £7k I think a year by selling cars privately but it’s harder to make money when you’re a business? Please can you explain in a video perhaps

[@joejopling3295]

Great video …recently my local Halfords tried to get me to use them for MOT..I always thought they would be expensive, but they said they were more than fair when testing….I did not believe them and neither it seems Matt do you…

[@mazpr2025]

Amazing, the background sirens are heard when he is about to put the key in the ignition as if they are coming to his rescue. 🤣

[@2wheeledwillie395]

The sound of disappointment!!! 😂🤣😂 love yr channel!!👍

[@davidclarke7656]

The funniest video of yours I've watched! "get out before it explodes" Brilliant!

[@wwilll]

Great format, always look forward to your videos, love the dry humour, I can’t believe the prices, this would go for 3-5 K in Germany.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks 👍

[@sarahcarter824]

I like the dry humour, the car reviews and the gorgeous scenery.

[@layla123ification]

Haha! - possibly your best one yet, Matt! So entertaining - makes me think of some dates I have been on. Also good on you with the raffle venture - I've invested a fiver already, on the basis that I'm about a million times more likely to win the Audi than the Euromillions!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks!

[@jonandrews6018]

Just picked up an 06 plate ..48k and 1 owner from new with ….. full VW main dealer history ..16 stamps .. all books and receipts 😊 black roof

[@chriswilkes4350]

The windows didn't work because you didn't have the engine on. My Land Rover is the same. But Oh what a lemon. I did have a Beetle in the seventies, and managed to replace the engine. And I LOVED it. Sorry that it wasn't saveable.

[@f1kwa399]

Old English white indeed, when you’re selling maybe but when buying we used to call that Hearing Aid beige, always knocks a few hundred off the value. Very funny video, somewhere there’s a clown pining for his old car.

[@stevensarson482]

If there’s no hole in thy bucket, a quick scrub , followed by a coat of canvas dye and several cans of waterproofing should bring the roof back .

[@pleenc30]

genuine lol at the stone hitting the window. yes its a shed, but for laughs online it must be worth taking one on the chin from time to time. My Mrs had one too a 2.0 Auto. it was pretty good to be fair and drove really well.

[@megamoron1598]

21:37 i recently got a turbo stick shift 03 beet just to mess around with and those words could not have been said any better💀

[@guy4469]

any roof cream grean black what ever , mix up a £1 tin off black paint with 2ltrs or 3 ltrs off turps get 4 people even each corner with spunges and go from top to bottom all even . and boom its black leave it an afternoon then jet wash .wow . ive done loads .its only cheap canvas that your dying you can do green red purple ,dark blue .

[@drink4711]

Thumbs up for the video, bonus point for Smooth FM

[@highbury1972]

Hey Matt! I’m thinking with your pot luck buys you should wear a boiler suit like many indie band hipsters of today!! Save those jumpers of yours!!

[@wesosborne3520]

Not off to a flying start are we ? 😂😂😂 love it , even car vertical laughed , keep them coming Matt 😊

[@johnryan2193]

The biggest con job on the car buying person was the introduction of computer assisted diagnosis. It means that every time the chipset gets confused it is you and me that pay ! Thanks for pointing out the pitfalls of certain types of car .!