'Really, I got another Beetle!' New addition to the CAR WIZARD garage. Did he get a good deal? 

I love your Beetle names!!! Thanks again for your business Wizard! You are my record car purchase customer! I actually added the Turbo script. I’m glad you like it!

Very easy to work on engine. Keep up with oil changes because the balance shafts can sieze. Beware of oil burning because the oil control rings start to clog up with carbon. Replacing the tension rings with fixed waffle-style rings is the only fix. Also do the timing chain. I'm sure as a mechanic you know about this but the pre-2013 2nd gen EA888 engines have bad timing chain tensioners which could fail at any time should be upgraded to the new tensioner. All gen EA888 engines have timing chains which stretch every 100k miles. Replace them every 100k - 130k miles. Make sure the new chain is the upgraded one with staggered links. Should check it now at 122k (check camshaft phase adaptation value). Anything > -4.5 and the chain is stretching. Other than than that, its a great engine. Throw an APR stage 1 tune and you'll have fun!

I'm new to your channel. I hope your knee gets better. I'm a disabled veteran and know what living with everyday pain is like. God bless you. Cute little car you have there.

That dent by the gas filler door likely caused by someone driving off with the nozzle still in. Those are fun little cars especially with the manual trans.

Looks good for a bug wizard. The car will be good as long as you keep it, but you seem to change vehicles quite often. That gas guzzler charger was not good in this economy, but I am sure it was fun to get on it. Take care, the new camera worked great

I have a '12 Beetle with a 2.5L and 5 speed manual and love it. I bought it new, it's paid off. I've had lots of cars and this thing is just outstanding. It's bulletproof.

I bought a 2013 Turbo last year with 82k miles, and I've already put 14k more on it in the past year. It's a fantastic little car! It's mighty quick and has a lot of character, although it does have some paint issues here and there (Florida car). Mine's also pretty loaded with the DSG automatic, a sunroof, and the Fender audio package, so it perfectly fits my needs. I'm glad Wizard's giving these the recognition they deserve.

Congrats on your beetle! I've had my 2012 turbo for about 6 years now and I've loved every second. I added an APR stage 1 tune about a year ago and it made a huge difference. My 2 year old daughter is obsessed with the boost increase! I hope you enjoy your time with it, thanks for everything you do!

The beetle will always be my favorite car. I love my 2014! 220K miles on it so far, been an amazing vehicle.

I am not sold on new vw's but, I would rather drive my 86 Golf diesel I had years ago, it was a 5 speed and loved it. Only problem I had was the water pump, you had to remove the timing belt cover and to get to the pump. I am glad you like you Beetle, Car Wizard, I am hooked on your blogs, thank you.

This was my favorite update of the New Beetle. I liked how they brought back the original body shape. Fantastic car!!

Wizard one thing you forgot to mention was the placement of the battery towards the back of the engine bay. This is designed in case of a frontal collision where the battery can unlock the doors and put the emergency lights on.

Imagine if in the future he manages to get his hands on a Beetle RSi with the VR6 👀

The new camera looks great! I always thought the GoPro 7 had a very yellow-shifted hue to it, and a very pronounced fish-eye effect because of its wide-angle nature anyway. Hope the new camera works out. And nice swap! Neat as the charger is, that's definitely not a viable or affordable driver in 2022 compared to the Beetle. Hope it serves you well.

I had a Black 2018 SE Turbo Beetle and sadly wrecked it in January. It was one of my most favorite daily driver cars I've ever owned. I did a few modifications like exhaust and tune and that car was really fun to drive and was peppy enough to make it exciting when you wanted to go fast. I loved how it looked and I was happy to drive it every day.

I'm from Brazil and I have a 2013 red one, but it has xenon headlights, sunroof and Fender sound too! It's a wonderful car! It has 22.5k miles! Wonderful choice Wizard!

I bought a 2016 VW Beetle Classic on January 2017. I am at the 5 1/2 years mark and the only issue I had with it so far, is that on the second winter (i.e. 2018) of ownership, the dealer replaced an actuator for the passenger side power window on warranty. Beyond that, all I do for maintenance are regular oil changes twice a year in the spring and the fall. This car has been one of the most reliable and enjoyable cars I have ever known. I will keep that car until it no longer runs.

i love these newer beetles so much, they just look great and i love that decal in the porsche font

My wife has a 2014 Beetle TDI. Got it 4 years ago with 21K miles on it for $14K. It's a real hoot to drive! Get's about 36-40mpg. We're only up to 40K miles on it. Still feels like a new car. Your new Beetle looks like a rock solid car! Enjoy it!

Pretty fun cars! Basically a mk6 GTI. You might want to check to see if the timing chain tensioner has been updated. They are known to fail at any time. Also the HPFP, diverter valve & cold start misfires due to carbon buildup. They are good cars as long as they are properly maintained.

the longer you look at it the more it looks like a bloated porsche. i love it

Having started my journey with a '67 VW Squareback dual carb and a couple years later, a '69 Squareback with Bosch fuel injection and my first set of radial tires (Michelin XZX 6.00-15), I feel that cloth seats are much better than those vinyl on hot, humid days, and admit that 65 hp provided great learning experiences. Glad to see you with the antitheft device that defeats drivers unfamiliar, the system promoted by the Manual Gear Transmission Preservation Society. I've nearly added 8k miles in my year with a 2009 Toyota Tacoma 4 cylinder, 5-speed manual, a slightly larger engine than my new '84 pre-Tacoma had, but the trucks have become larger and heavier, as have the drivers getting older... The truck just passed 26k miles on Monday. Dad took their Toyotas to the dealer for regular service, and I've been doing the same, as Toyota Diagnostic Technicians really like these clean trucks. I have added the AC drain extension mod so condensate water no longer drains on the frame to cause rust, and NHOU frame treatment last spring. (I learned to fly with an Aeronca Champ with a whopping 85 hp Continental, like flying the VW!)

I’m on my 19th Beetle…my last car. Preferred the old air-cooled ones, but these are a lot safer and WAY FASTER! $36,000 for my gorgeous 2019 Final Edition…👍🤗

Couple goals. The only thing Mrs Wizard said when he pulled up was “Shocking” They’re a great team. I wish you the best and for many more awesome videos to come. The manual is absolutely soft and smooth. I have a ‘15 A3 1.4tfsi with the manual. No effort needed to drive, even in traffic.

I always loved the new beetles, such a shame they didn't sell as well as the older onces, very beautiful indeed and love the new camera, far better than your old one

"Direct Injection" and coming up to mileage where the intake ports will be needing cleaning from EGR. It's like half of the Audi V8 that you hate Wizard.

This looks WAYY easier then the earlier new beetles with the 1.8t

I've had 4 of these. Make sure you change the timing chain tensioner for the latest version. The Turbo stickers were a dealer fit option, as was the Turbo badge. The paint is rubbish on them and stone chips if you look at it, so I'm not surprised the bumper is peppered.

I love Beetles myself. I had a 2002 for 14.5 years until it got to be too pricey to maintain. My wife and I agree we will have another someday, and it will be a convertible. BTW, I have spotted the C3 Corvette in the background in a few videos and wondering if there will be a video on it? Thanks.

Mrs. Wizard: 'Shocking!' LOL. This is a nice choice. After any front end paint work, this car is the perfect candidate for paint protection film to try and keep the paint as nice as possible. No buttons on the steering wheel for any functions. VW is cheaping out! An interior detail at Van Go might be nice.

Sweet ride Wizard! Let me know if you want me to send some touch up paint for it. I’m happy to ship it to you for free :)

The wheel/paint combo looks fantastic! Enjoy it! Cool car

I think the high price in beetles has to do with the mileage and that the beetle is no longer made. I actually brought the final addition beetle 2019 from walser auto campus there in Wichita, KS, back in July and love it. I want a yellow convertible beetle their hard to find.

Car Wizard, consider getting an updated VW RCD 330 Plus Radio that has CarPlay, since the Beetle has such a nice high-up radio location. These RCD 330 radios often get removed from VW cars in China when owners retrofit aftermarket Android systems, so most of the ones on eBay would be "good-as-new" used stock and are available relatively cheap. You could also look at ones that have been modified to have the USB routed around the back (by default they only have front panel USB) so that you could install the USB port out of the way and out of sight. Installation is super simple, (plug and play) and it even supports installing and wiring in a reverse camera too, if you wanted to add one. This simple change should give a nice update to the already comfortable interior.

Sweet car! Glad you got the 6 speed stick shift, way more fun to drive.

The new cam looks really good! Nice upgrade! I can definitely see how 9 mpg would get tiresome. That's pretty low. Thanks for the new ride ("Shocking!") review, Mr. and Mrs. Wizard! ✌️❤️🙂🇨🇦

I worked for a VW dealer in the UK when these came out, we had a demonstrator that was done out like Herbie (obviously) but it was the 1.4 tsi twin charged engine which didn't last very long. Fender sound system though and I loved having it, got so much attention I loved driving it. So much more interesting than just another boring Golf. Good luck with it, I agree that they are a great looking car, very nice although if I buy one I would have the drop top :)

Looks great Wizard! Many of the 2012+ Beetles are subject to airbag recalls, so be sure to check for that. My 2013 Beetle is waiting for that right now; it also came with dented rocker panels, which seem to be a common problem with the new Beetles. But "Otto" is still a blast to drive!

I wish you the Best with your Beetle, Mr. Wizard. And I think the new camera did a good job filming. Hope the Charger's new owner enjoys it.

I love that style of beetle - great color combo too!

I love, love VW I'm on my ninth vw I now have a VW Touareg 2013 I adore the car . Love you're beetle. I hope you keep this one ..

I love the Turbo decal on the side in the old ''73 911 Carrera style. My Father-in-law owned a '73 Carrera at one point. Bought it brand-new and kept it until his (now ex-) wife's son totaled it for him in the late '90s or early '00s (I forget exactly when). Seeing that font always reminds me of that car.

still amazed u can look at brakes with out taking off the tire. I can't see my brakes with the tires on. love to see how u can look at the brakes with the tires on.. 😎

Wizard, I understand the affection for the Beetle, but I wouldn’t have departed with the yellow Charger. That Charger was not molested or modded like so many of them are. I think the Charger would go up in value over time due to the unique color, V-8 (which is going away), and again, pretty much stock. You and the wife take care, and I really enjoy the videos! She cracked me up at the beginning of the video when you announced getting another car…..”shocking”.

Very STUNNING car. Yes, for only being a little over 200hp. There peppy. I hope you keep it in your family a long time car wizard.

I just got home from a road trip vacation that included a drive across Kansas. If you're complaining about the cost of filling up the Charger, it really gets horrible mileage since Kansas had some of the cheapest gas on the trip. I give it 4 weeks until it's sold or whenever Euroasian Bob gets the next cool car 😁

"I got another car, Mrs. Wizard." "I'm getting a divorce." just kidding 🤣

I think the Wizard enjoys the hunt for the cars more than actually having them!

Man I LOVED these when they came out. Never drove one but they’re so cool

I got my driver's licence driving one of these. It was a manual and 1.2 litre TSI. Those bigger TSI engines are not all that common here in Europe, atleast not in my home country. A really pleasant and an easy car to drive. The clutch especially is really smooth and easy to use, really nice for someone who is learning how to drive a manual.

Hey wizard the dji is a great choice over the gopros! Their software is so much more reliable then the gopro software i switched to one also and i no longer have random camera recordings stop and freeze and reset mid video!

I had one just like it (13'). Loved it! Only crummy bit was no AWD, so it couldn't put down the power well enough once modified. Had I known where prices were going over Covid, I'd have kept mine longer!

I just spent the weekend replacing the Water Pump and radiator on the 2.0 TSI in my 2013 CC, and I have a love/hate relationship with the TSI engine. Watch the oil leaks especially on the front side of the engine as oil can swell the gaskets on the water pump and blowout the plastic water pumps causing a leak. Also, there are no cam cover gaskets on a TSI. The Cam cradles use the special VW sealant which they are right proud of. Looking forward to any updates on the New Beetle.

Hi Wizard and Mrs Wizard, I am on my 4th Volkswagen now and I’m completely satisfied. I had two Beetles both convertibles. Both were last generation Beetles. Great cars lotsa fun, my last one was the very rare Pink Beetle from the factory. I don’t know why they called it Pink because it’s definitely not what you and I think is pink. Have Fun Great Videos Thank You 🙏

Video quality is so much better

The fact Wizard keeps buying these VWs is assuring to me. I own a 2016 GTI with the 2.0 Turbo so for him to get one I am now comfortable.

Funny, my aunt used to have a 2000ish yellow Beetle with the same "turbo" graphics down the sides. Only hers was a turbodiesel lol 5 or 6 speed manual. Fantastic car, she bought it in 2009-2010 to save money on her 60 mile commute, its been super reliable and does 45mpg. She retired and gave it to her grandson who is using it for the same purpose, it has to have 300,000+ miles on it by now. I'm amazed at how nice it looks, interior is clean, no rips in the seats, paint looks presentable, not a single spec of rust on the body(ohio car), but I bet if you put it on a lift its got some flavor underneath.

Got my 2.0T manual beetle for 10k at 85k miles. 3k in repairs within 10 k miles. I'm at 101k now. Love the handling

I had a white 2012 beetle R like this. Boy was it fun, and reliable

Very cool you all stepping up your production value. I think you'll enjoy DJI camera and maybe even the gimbal if you have that option also.

Before Covid they were cheap! I've been driving a 2001 Beetle for 21 years. I'd love to have one of the last year models that looks like yours.

These Bugs look really good on the road, more impressive than it appears on the video and this one is remarkably clean underneath, excellent choice.

I’ve always loved this generation of the new beetle the best. Such a cool little car and it’s a manual that’s really cool!

I got a Scirocco from the same year, same engine too. Its a hoot to drive and cheap to keep on the road. Doesnt get much better

My first car was a 51' Plymouth $25 took 2 weeks to get it running.(1972). After owning many different VW.s and pickups over the years I found my all-time favorite. 2015 Beetle hardtop. Great handling, fast. and very fuel efficient. I just replaced 2 broken front springs and struts (not as easy as the Rabbits). Currently has 75K miles purchased 2017 for $12k

The new camera looks great, both cameras pick up the shade difference between the bumper covers and the body. It's 1973 again, trading in a Charger on a Bug. $7k would by 18k mi of $3.50/gal gas.

Hey Wizard & Mrs Wizard, you did good with this cool little bug!!! 👍👍🙂

I've got a first generation and seconds gen beetle and the third, by far, are the best interior and the fit and finish is superior. The 1st and 2nd gens fall apart inside and the plastic pieces disintegrate after a while. Replaced several plastic hose couplers with metal after they faded away and ceacked. Otherwise, it is a pleasant vehicle to drive. I wish mine were a stick.

I'm reminded by this video, as I had a 2012 beetle. Mine was 2.5 5cyl... but the direct injection really needs "Italian Tune-ups" to prevent build up from the ethanol gas. Especially used examples previously owned by daily drivers.

Nice one Wizard :) This updated body-style is a huge improvement over its predecessor. Now it's more true to the original Beetle, I feel. Have fun with it!

The camera looks great, you have come so far since your first videos. Those stone chips on the front are a good sign that the miles are highway miles and not city miles, it even so it does seem excessive almost like the front bumper had a poor quality paint job in the past.. still it’s easy and not too expensive to fix at the same time as that dent. It’s a nice car and the correct color for a German car also. The only surprise is that you bought it without looking underneath, but to be fair you did buy from a friend.

Absolutely love this new gen beetle 😍👍🏻 I looked up some a while ago for me too , hope this one is a keeper this time around , the DJI camera is pretty nice too they make good tech other than GoPro

Great video Wizard. I originally always used a manual, but the automatic transmission on this year of VW is actually a computer controlled manual, dual clutch transmission. I have a Jetta Sportwagen with the automatic and it is a huge upgrade. You may want to look for an automatic, because of the performance. The automatic requires oil changes every 80,000 miles which is expensive. But since you have a shop you can do it easily on a lift for cheap.

I been watching your videos because after not having my own car for 5 years, i'm almost 70, i'm getting my own car just for me for the first time in my life (no considerations for kids, wife, dogs, nada but me). I been watching all your videos to try and help me decide. If a beetle is good for the wizard then it's good enough for me.

Shirley here. I love beetle so much. I have had 5 beetle in a row. I have the last of the beetle black on the side its dune turbo and convertible. All of my beetles where convertibles. I got a new on every 2 or 3 years. I will keep this car fo a long time.

That’s a neat little Bug. I’d sure daily it. Manual transmission is a plus for me in this particular sporty little car. Bet it’s a blast to drive. 👍👍

Had a 2010 CC which was the same drivetrain and got 33MPG highway and 25+MPG city. Got even better when I upgraded to Audi R8 Red Top coils. That little BUG-ger, and the GLIs of the same years, are finally starting to get known as they’re just GTI’swithout the GTI premium. Plus, you can APR tune these to 300 daily HP, easy. Also, PLEEAAASSEEEE cover that Sportsmobile.

13:07 Sailun tires are not known of their high quality. They are usually at the bottom half of tyre test results.

Blaistoise was always my go to starter

Turbo Beetle, nice ride, I think David has an affinity for VWs and quirky Nissans.

New camera looks a lot better, thanks for the videos, cheers!

That’s a good looking beetle. I’d totally rock that! Might have to be my next daily. I have an 05 Grand Prix GTP for now. It’s not bad and it was paid for in cash. It’s nice having a car that I don’t have a payment on.

I thought the bugs were alright when they came back out for North America in around 99/00. When they showed off these longer nose kind of call backs to the older designs, I fell in love instantly and eventually got a manual turbo model myself, albeit with the candy white color and black accents over the silver. I haven't really had any issues I can't address in my shop, from my experience they're after the 00's era of wiring issues I ran into with a Passat wagon (to be fair, the Turbo Bug I had before like Wizard's never really had any problems outside of common issues, maybe it was a different factory?).

At least the previous driver managed to keep all the wheels matching by curb checking all 4 corners.

Very nice looking. I grew up in the 60s,70s and 80s with the old Beetles.

I would love to see the wizards reaction to the Beetle build by JP Performance here in Germany. Just imagining him getting to see that 'thing' in person (on his lift)!

My VW Rabbit (Golf) in Europe is a 2008 Mk 5 with the 2.5L I-5 engine which I love! It only has 162K trouble-free miles on it. It's name is "Harvey" from the 1950 movie with James Stewart and the invisible 6' rabbit. A Beetle heart lives inside.

I have an almost twin of your new Beetle! My silver 2013 Beetle is a loaded TDI! There is just something about our round cars!

OOO Car wizard with a DJI I LOVE IT! now I can finally watch in 4k!

i almost bought a Beetle when i was on the market for a TDI last year…really wish i had, theyre so cute! (yes i’ve seen your video about VWs and know you say not to buy these TDIs, but i love mine! plus the warranty on it is hard to beat)

Funny, my wife and I saw this exact same Turbo Beetle on our way to a restaurant tonight but without the side graphics. Mrs Wizard would you do a video with all your husband's car purchases and an average how long he's actually keeps a car? Might be a great video of how he acquired and sold each one. Just a thought.

new camera is quite bad, video is VERY grainy

I have a 58 Ragtop Beetle, 1960 Transporter pickup, 18 GTI. VW’s are not for everyone, but at least they are unique.

The camera is great 👍 big difference.

Just bought a 2005 TDI with a manual, and it’s been great! Love that car. And the fuel mileage is great as well.

You belong together!

I really appreciate your continuation with the VW series most importantly the quick fix for the Bluetooth. My 14 TDI will not work with my wife's specific model phone but it does have the ipod ack in the center so I will buy a dongle post haste!

That's a good looking Beetle, nicely setup, turbo with a manual trans. Should be fun.

Those Beetles are super fun to drive. I always loved the looks of those wheels.

It looks cool, and the turbo is nice. I dont like beetles but this is a cool one , maybe get a carbon fiber hood