The Final Volkswagen Beetle Didn't Come Soon Enough

Full review and test drive of a 2019 Volkswagen Beetle Cabrio
Review by Bill of Curious Cars
Vehicle owned privately, and may soon be for sale on auction.

[@jamesmurmurzancone4532]

Bill the kind of guy who pours whiskey on his cornflakes.

[@Mr.Higginbotham]

Heheheeee

[@NenadTrajkovic]

The old kind of people, like my father and grandfather...

[@terryrobertson111]

This was a pretty funny episode. Bill is a master at wry humor.

[@stevenbeall9637]

Makes sense. Whisky is corn.

[@gpilsitz1783]

Bailey's

[@pt008]

My mother was never a car person, until age 70 when the first "New Beetle" came out (1999). Her last 3 cars were New Beetles. They brought her joy and I was happy for her. And thankfully we were able to talk her out of her other fascination... the PT Cruiser.

[@McVaio]

The PT Cruiser would've been a better choice. Not as cramped and doesn't have the Nazi history to it.

[@Lizpolygigiblissgirl]

Nothing smells like an ancient Volkswagen. This one has the odor of globalism.

[@terryrobertson111]

VW Beetle.. the Gay man's Cadillac

[@johna.4334]

@@terryrobertson111 LoLs!

[@MowerModdin]

or the odor of crayons?

[@RipRoaringGarage]

Thank stinks man!

[@timothelambert5147]

Globalism its a German car.

[@stevetomato4802]

Bill is the kind of guy who researches and delivers fuller and more accurate information about a car he hates than Doug can be bothered to deliver about a car he loves

[@johnnyrocket4357]

Amen!🛐

[@egold2071]

A 20 minute piece?! Bill hasn't done such a lightning quick take since back when he dubbed in music from his favorite Asian massage parlour! Still love it tho!

[@RustyZipper]

I’m wondering where part 2 of this is? 20 minutes doesn’t even leave time for a car review 🤷‍♂️

[@philspear73]

You can tell he wasn't enjoying himself one bit, otherwise it would've gone longer

[@PeterLarsenJr]

Or, since his snowflake nephew told him to shorten the goddamn videos!

[@mc3films]

This comment is for the real ones. 👏🏼

[@a.s.4914]

Bill, you should know by now, we come to listen to you, the cars are just something to look at while listening. Keep the videos coming. Thanks Bill.

[@PenttiHuttunenGlobetrotter]

exactly, I hate Volkswagen cars, but Im still going to watch this..

[@jhbb68]

Well said

[@Moparornocar1989]

Accurate

[@unclerog]

RIGHT!!!!????!!!

[@RipRoaringGarage]

I wanna give you a thumbs up, but...69

[@RossEnzo]

Bill is the best car reviewer on the internet! Honest and relatable

[@crankychris2]

He certainly is the most enjoyable one, most of the cars he reviews suck, but who cares?

[@georgeprotopapadakis4752]

I had 3 Beetles from this gen (and 3 New Beetles) and these were superior by far. They were all solid, reliable, fun and practical for a coupe. Anyone whose pride is hurt by driving this car needs to smile a bit more haha

[@timomomomo969]

Agreed. Nothing so sad as guys who associate a car with their manhood (or lack thereof)

[@a.s.4914]

And use the flower vase (if equipped) 😉

[@lptomtom]

I think it's just a schtick on Bill's part... otherwise he's the most insecure man in the world

[@timomomomo969]

@@lptomtom I have no doubt that it's a schtick on Bill's part, but it's always alarming to see how many commenters don't get that.

[@markb3756]

So agreed!

[@TRDOffRoad2020]

Bill is the kind of guy that would purchase a vehicle with smokers package for all passengers, beer holders, and a complimentary concealed weapons compartment as a deal 🤣😉😎

[@dawndelrocco2078]

I love how Bill segued from the complimentary test drive to how he really felt!! And this 65-year-old woman would never drive one of those, and the hippy era was when I was much younger than driving age of 17. I miss the old cars, too, Bill!

[@michaelwarner2434]

As far as Beetles go the color and wheels look fantastic.

[@mikemayne001]

Bill is by far the most honest car reviewer out there. Gotta love him for that!!

[@audriusbaranauskas6227]

20min review? It's just a warm up in Curious Cars world.

[@aquateen77723]

That is usually a weather and fauna preamble 😅

[@walterwright8454]

Bill, we will be here for whatever video you have. We showed up for the golf cart video, this Beetle ain't no different! Keep 'em coming!!!

[@brucebelitz3451]

This is probably the best looking one I've ever seen! I like it! Thanks Bill

[@brianandrews7099]

My wife has one of those and, yeah, I can freely admit that they don’t have one drop of testosterone in them but if you can move past that fact, you’re going to find they are nothing but fun to drive! With the top down, they feel much faster than they really are. The steering feels light to the touch but also feels very confident on the road. I have never experienced any negative experiences from other motorists out on the road. I’d say they still have a little bit of the old VW Beetle spirit of providing some entertainment out on the road that people generally respond to. If some old Florida Republican lady is giving you dirty looks, she’s probably just jealous (as they typically are) of anyone or anything capable of being fun! My biggest complaint about them is the front seat don’t give any real support and lumbar cushions are a must for me for any drives over 20-30 minutes. Otherwise, what is to hate? If you’re not an old conservative?

[@severinlourenco8355]

My daughter and I, miss our 2011 convertible, which was t-boned/totaled, solid car no injury for her, but much fun top down. 😅

[@markremy4946]

A dude in my neighborhood used to drive around in his pink Cabriolet with The Village People blaring out his speakers,no kidding!😂

[@wombat1238marsupial]

The only car review channel with a built-in weather app😂

[@vatorob702]

that is a money making idea, bill doing the weather ...lol

[@teds7379]

​@@vatorob702Rated not-safe-for-work, especially during the summer months.

[@MrKHarris]

This video is a beautifully crafted masterpiece of condescending humor. Well done Bill. This is entertainment! 😂

[@ronmccullock1407]

Good evening Bill from Ron in a very cold but sunny Manchester. Wow! Two videos in two days

[@christhomas835]

My 17 yr old refused one of these. Preferred the 99 camry

[@qkwjz]

Smart kid.

[@markdowns1]

Birds , bugs,beetles,bunnys, n bourbon!

[@donmitchell532]

Oh and Bill 🤣

[@walterwright8454]

Oh my.....

[@bradzimmerman3171]

Oh awefull

[@garywalters3007]

u musta got one of those yellow "dummy" books on alliteration

[@markdowns1]

I've been in Naples and the everglades. The birds are scandalous there. They are in route to Detroit shortly for sure. Seen them sitting on alligators heads fishing like they own everything around. Big Beaks Bird Bill's 🐦

[@jhbb68]

I love this...... Bill's honesty is so refreshing! Yea....get a Vista Cruiser!!!

[@josephvaldora49]

I bought two for my wife, over the years. They’re not horrible cars by any means. We also don’t necessarily tune in to see the cars. We do check in to see what Bill thinks about these particular cars.

[@1aikane]

I knew a few people who bought one of these newer versions and they all reported that they were horribly unreliable and broke down constantly

[@aussie8114]

That's part of the bug experience.

[@dcarts5616]

It’s all part of the VW experience, not just a new beetle lol.

[@teds7379]

German cars blow.

[@whitneyfan9019]

I’ve had this version of the beetle since 2012 and haven’t had any issues with it. Now my 1998 and 2001 beetles were junk.

[@williieloman1549]

My wife bought one when they came out in '98. She traded it for a convertible in '04. Desiring a bigger trunk, she traded it for a hardtop in 2012 and still has it today. She loves the car. All three of them have been completely trouble free. Gee whiz Bill...well, I guess you're just being Bill.😊

[@Bizija123]

Don't beat on the Beetle! I like this one, it's very smooth and elegant and I used to drive a 2000 Turbo model. Fun times.

[@jaygatz4335]

Bill: no need to apologize for this choice of car. VW did a great job restyling their new Beetle, still keeping its unique personality. I didn't realize this car was such an image-buster!

[@Russ_C]

Always get a laugh regardless of the vehicle. Thanks again Bill! We all appreciate you. Keep 'em coming please.

[@autochatter]

I think it looks better than the previous "new" Beetle, but a real Bug doesn't have a radiator!

[@Youlosewewin]

I'll watch anything you review

[@B3burner]

12:43 - Wow Bill! You know what a Hammond Organ is! I’m most impressed. I totally dig that sound and own one of those. Your music references are awesome, as are your car reviews. Keep up the good work.

[@MarinCipollina]

Thanks for this one, BIll ! Well... I thought I would add to this, but having finally caught up to the video... well.. yeah.. Sorry.. I got nothing.. .. Bill, as one 20th century guy to another, I really just don't get this era.. At all.. Oh well.. here we are.. what are you gonna do?.. Well here's looking forward to the next 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix, or 1964 Cadillac or 1968 Polara or 1971 Riviera.. take care.. (I'm a 1957 model)

[@DanCohoon]

I did the color copying for the VW Ads for the new Beetle in 1999 for the Ad Company Arnold World wide (I worked at the Copy Cop across the street). When I brought over the copies the executive assistant asked, "WHERE IS THE EXPLOTATION AD?" She was referring to the ad with the VW BUS crying and the Birth and Death Dates of Jerry Garcia

[@shakyjake2133]

20,000 views so far. Keep the videos coming. We appreciate them and you. Sure, I'd rather see a Grand national or other classic. But your unique car overviews will always be enjoyed.

[@jaydeehere1918]

Good morning Bill from a "toasty" 8ºF in the Canadian Rockies l*l.

[@stephenbacks3100]

I wish Volkswagen would bring back the Karmann Ghia. I’ve had a few old Beetles and a Ghia. While I learned to drive and repair cars on old VWs, the Karmann Ghia qualifies as one of the most beautiful cars ever built.

[@tsaritsapoley9499]

Got 2018 black with tan cabrio and loving it. sure is a keeper.

[@seiph80]

Bill, you made me laugh my ass off with the Air Supply comment! Thank you for making my day!

[@unclerog]

HEYYY BILL...You Know what we REALLY NEED...More of the "BILL'S GREATEST HITS" vids!!!! LoloL

[@ronaround2897]

Hey I own a few Hammond organs. Bill you gained another fan!!!!!!!!

[@commandertopgun]

BILL ANY REVIEW YOU DO IS SO SPECIAL, EVEN IF IT'S JUST SEVEN OF US WATCHING, LOL, I AM SURE 150 K OF US LISTEN TO IIT. GREAT JOB ALL THE SAME.

[@user-ss3ud7pp7f]

Good video as usual. If you get the hardtop hatchback, then fold the backseats down you got a pretty decent hatchback vehicle. That’s fun to drive. I’ve had a couple of them. The five cylinder with a stick shift is the way to go. They’re a blast.

[@k9killer221]

The (Golf) platform must be very stiff, it doesn't seem to need much additional strengthening.

[@rodneythur8754]

If I could, I would buy this one, and ship it to my home on Vancouver Island.

[@RyanBerich-u1w]

Road trip.

[@PhildoenMejico-zj8ti]

...Bill, tell us how you really feel about this car. This vid is one of your best!

[@brianstewart8936]

I had a 12 Beetle with the 200hp turbo 2.0 and the 6 speed manual. That sucker was a blast to drive. 12 Turbos were basically like bodied GTIs. I am no fan of the convertible though and glad mine had the carbon fiber style trim instead of body color and was comparatively basic with the options. Try one of those.

[@BlackNAVYAmericanVET]

My 2000 beetle, beautiful neon blue lighting inside ,’STAYED IN THE shop consistently w/electronic problems

[@Padoinky]

Came to hear Bill kvetch about the weather and all other things SW FL👍🏻

[@HalfassDIY]

The biggest strength of the new beetle I see when I drive my wife's...all the young chicks love it !

[@belowme4927]

THE OLDER THEY GET. THE LESS LAID THEY GET. THE MEANER THEY GET.

[@reflectednm3350]

I had a moonrock silver (light gold) 2013 diesel Beetle 6 speed stick. Loved driving that! Sold it back to dieselgate VW for what I paid. Bought a used 2015 Beetle gas powered automatic. Not as good. Sold it to car gurus when used car priced were high. Lost just about $1000 for the use of the car for a couple of years. Include the 2013 in all I had about 6 years of Beetles for that grand, fuel and insurance. Loving a 2016 Miata now and 2018 CX5. Miss driving the diesel Beetle but glad I’m not polluting like I did. My wife has a light blue 2014 Beetle gas automatic I drive when I feel the urge and when she's driving the CX5 - which is excellent.

[@markmaiello9180]

Love the “truth-epilogue” after the original drive… The Uni-Bomber never drove a Beetle either…

[@zane9419]

Why would some complain about your video? It’s enjoyable- and it appeals to me, a car guy.

[@Andrew-zs5tc]

"A guy could drive if he was a cheapskate without being accused of an alternative life style." You have to put that in the Bring A Trailer ad. It will help the sale.

[@lucyfan1976]

Its a great little novelty car. Its based on the golf so you know its a good car. I see nothing wrong with the Bettle to still be in production

[@joeMW284]

You should find a 2003 Mexican Beetle. There's clubs for those imported Beetles where I live.

[@NenadTrajkovic]

Here in Europe, they put in really bad engines, so even though it looks attractive, people didn't really buy it...

[@MrJayrock620]

I remember hearing about the old Beetles with a gas heater, and all I could think was “leave it to Hitler to put a gas oven in a car” 😂

[@redrockdoc]

This guy is nuts !! I love my 2019 Beetle !!!

[@jonirwin7316]

Bill is a legend. 😊

[@xrmerkur]

i was just thinking about this car the other day. that last beetle was finally a real car.

[@tedzehnder961]

I heard working on the drive train is a pain and not cheap.Bill nails the owner experience.

[@Pekao5]

I like the beetle! The convertible looks especially fun.

[@keegroup]

Bill's "sigh" count on this video is surely a record!?

[@club1fan552]

I'd almost consider one of these, in hardtop form except for the complicated combined super/turbo charged component. You are HILARIOUS Mate. Especially about drugs in the Beetle Bin! Can you hear me laughing from Australia? FYI, I love Aussie band Air Supply!

[@vatorob702]

have you done a E-golf review? :)

[@magnus466]

I have to tell you. I love that color. If it was a six speed, it would be even better.

[@oledcrt]

I’m not a fan of the convertible or the color, but the standard black (or white/beige) version with the retro wheels is a very sharp car in my opinion.

[@johnweddel687]

I have a 2016 Beetle Dune..... and I love it!

[@BeauQuillen]

OHHHHHH YES DADDY BILL I HAVE BEEN DREAMING ABOUT YOU BABY.

[@kathyguinto4585]

I have one word for this car,cool!.John Guinto

[@mikyl-fo8rh]

As a 65yr male, if it were silver or black with a hardtop and black interior I wouldn't kick her outta the garage.

[@bsu1960]

Bill. It doesnt matter what car you review We Clamor for your take on any and everything including Weather. Old Broads the State of the Nation toddlers handguns music the worst human beings car history and evolution and everything in between and much thanks for your viewpoint and persona A Treasure to be sure ❤❤❤

[@ssimon84]

Bill, you might want to change the title graphic from the previous video. The actual title is correct, but this obviously isn't a '73 Pontiac lol

[@928gto]

This car is a real-pretty color

[@mopartony7953]

8:14 ha hah oh you gotta love Bill. Just get me through this.

[@johncornell3665]

Interesting car. A far cry from the orginal Beetle. I prefer the air-cooled version. Thanks Bill!

[@markrushtongallery]

I don't know about Bill's rant at the end about the retro thing. The problem is modern cars is that so many look the same. Especially with SUVs. When you can't tell a Chevy from a Hyundai from a Jaguar, that's a problem.

[@19boris57]

I grew up with '60s muscle cars. My first car was a 66 Pontiac. I also had several air cooled V-dubs... Sadly, this last generation of VW Beetle was my son's favorite car when he was in high school. Needless to say, he wasn't a car guy.

[@TheLizardKing1967]

NEXT UP! The EV BEETLE! NOT.

[@gpilsitz1783]

Sure hope not!

[@w.miller7282]

I honestly didn’t realize they made the beetle until 2019, I thought they discontinued them sooner .

[@Ratkwad]

Oh boy i felt part of your soul evaporate when you rattled off the mpg...that was close

[@zackmayo7928]

"I mean really, who does this appeal too? Other than people you dont really want to hang around with" 😂😂😂 sooo true. So true

[@allantaylor3288]

Sorry Bill but love it and what’s not to like about a VW Beatle be it old or modern they are great cars😊👍

[@AndrewHeller-jn7dx]

Bill, I love your content, your reviews, your car experience, the interior car views, your settings, the car views; the vehicle historical research; the reams of info; etc. It seems like a very nice car.

[@ProfTalbert]

Meh. I have a 2012 (first year of the "last" body style) with the 2.0 turbo (200hp) and 6-speed. It's a blast to drive, yet I've gotten as much as 43mpg when babying it. It has cost nearly nothing in repairs (still have the original clutch!) at 239,000 miles. I will agree that the convertible gives off the 65-yr-old former hippie vibe, though....

[@Dwayne-mb2uj]

I was part of a focus group and I got 40.00 and a meal to talk about this car in Simi Valley Ca you`re welcome if you like it!

[@Mr.CellophaneHart]

That backup camera cover is an expensive or frustrating problem and guaranteed to break and soon. Yah, V DUB!

[@ronaldgarrison8478]

That dash has all the elegance of a Blackberry. I hope you get that that was not a compliment. VW did the UI a lot better back in the days of the old Beetle, when there was so much less to work with.

[@JarmelSingsKaraoke]

🔥🔥🔥Bill🔥🔥🔥

[@frankgrondy1355]

29 minuets? WTF?!?!?!

[@RustyZipper]

No, only 20 minutes, I’m assuming that this is part one

[@Stargazer_2024.]

Don't kid yourself :) Awesome as usual.

[@jerseymurphy3612]

Bill good video, not a fan of VW but a fan of you. keep up the great work I watch every video. love your take on all things automotive related or not I could watch a video of you reviewing a phone book

[@EnthusiastCarHangar]

There are more manly cats out there for sure. But I would prefer to drive this over a Toyota Yaris or Nissan Versa.

[@daveleephoto]

2019 Beetle? Yeah pretty boring. Bill’s take on a 2019 Beetle? Heck yeah bring it on! Am very interested. Thanks Bill!

[@glennbeadshaw727]

A friend of mine gets driven around in his wife's late model of Volkswagen and I asked if his wife can get the dune so that this man's testosterone can come back up to its normal levels

[@jamesfloyd-en2gk]

After all if the Canadians are chipper, I’m chipper with this beautiful bug!😍

[@JS60SIX]

Bill could review a garbage can and I would still love it!