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Used 2013 Volkswagen Beetle for sale
Volkswagen Beetle DSN 1.2 TSI MANUAL *DRIVE A CAR A LITTLE DIFFERANT*
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Could suit you if…
- Your usual group fits within 4 seats, including the driver. Check passenger space and any child-seat fit in person.
- Many journeys are local or relatively short: petrol can fit that use without choosing diesel just for occasional long trips.
- You want practical access for everyday shopping and bags: the hatchback opening may suit your routine. Check actual boot space.
Think twice if…
- You need to carry more than 4 people together: the advert records 4 seats, including the driver.
- You need predictable ownership costs: at around 13 years old and 87,164 km, check maintenance records and upcoming work. Mileage alone does not tell you the car's condition.
- You regularly help children or passengers into the rear: fewer doors can make access awkward. Try your child seats and usual passenger routine before deciding.
This is general guidance about this type of car and your needs — not an inspection or approval of this individual car.
This is the A5-era Beetle (post-2011 styling) offered with a range of petrol TSI engines; manuals are common and usually cheaper to maintain than DSGs. Expect straightforward mechanicals but watch for sunroof drains/seals (many have panoramic glass roofs) and manual-clutch wear—TSI engines use timing chains rather than belts, so look/listen for chain/tensioner noise rather than a cambelt change. Parts are easy to source in Ireland, but demand for older Beetles is niche so resale tends to be weak.
- Clutch feel and engagement plus any vibration or rattling from a dual-mass flywheel (common wear item on older manuals)
- Cold-start and idle for rattles or knock (timing-chain/tensioner noise on some TSI engines) and turbo response if it’s a 1.4/2.0 TSI
- Sunroof seals and drains for signs of historic water ingress around headlining and rear carpets
- Gearbox synchro and smoothness through all gears (rough selection can indicate wear)
- Rear suspension bushes/arches and underside of the boot floor for corrosion or impact repairs
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Great example of the iconic VW Beetle with very low mileage. Irish car, petrol 1.2 manual. Ideal as a city car or for a new driver. Full VW main dealer service history. Only 2 owners. Fresh NCT. 2 keys. Fully serviced and guaranteed. Finance available. Be a little different with this little gem. We are SIMI registered. Full history check available. Our company has been in business for over 63 years, so you are buying this car from a trusted and reliable source.