2001 Volkswagen Beetle Volkswagen Beetle 2001

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2001 Volkswagen Beetle repairs by problem area

Engine (52%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (3%)

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2001 Volkswagen Beetle transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (40%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (60%)

< $100 (0%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2001 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

118000 mi

US $2850
1st gear synchro, 2nd gear, clutch (all three pieces) replaced 
148000 mi

US $200
Bad Outer CV Joint. Driver Front. 
143000 mi

US $450
Both front CV axles replaced - one broken, one as preventative measure (torn boot), car aligned, tires balanced and rotated. 

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2001 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

96000 mi

US $3100
Had to replace 4sp Auto Transmission 

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2001 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

82000 mi

US $100
valve body in transmission stuck 

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2001 Volkswagen Beetle Transmission Problems

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