Hello from MD

[ChromaKelly]

Hi there! I stumbled across this forum on sort of a downer moment in my Beetle-owning life. I have a 2003 Silver/Green Chromaflair NB. I absolutely love this car. I had wanted to own a Beetle ever since I was a kid, it's truly my dream car. But, now I have three kids. We have a bigger car that we tote the kiddies around in, but life has gotten to the point where we both need to be able to have all three kids either car. We can take two kids in the Beetle, tops. Even with one, getting a child in/out of the Beetle is a pain. So, we settled on trading in the Beetle for a minivan.
Well, today I was looking up 2003 Beetles on AutoTrader, and just started bawling. There have been a few other times we thought of selling the Beetle because it's just not a practical car for us anymore, and I always end up backing out. But really, we should. I've even thought of mothballing the Beetle until are kids are older, but that's just ridiculous. Then I think of trading it in, not knowing who the car would go to. Would they appreciate the coolness of the Chromaflair paint? What would the dealership do with it, auction it? It just makes me so sad!
I know I'm being a total dork. But then I found this forum, browsed around for a bit, and thought hey, I bet they would understand!

Those of you who have had to sell your Beetles in favor of a more practical car, how did you do it? Or did you just say the heck with it and find a way to keep the Beetle. We don't have unlimited funds, so really have three cars, I don't see how that would work. Husband and I both work and are doing a lot of "you take this car today, I'll take this one..." having to think every morning of what we have going on, who needs to pick up which kid, that's the reason for needing to get a bigger car. The other car is Saturn Vue, and that just barely fits the whole family.

Anyway, thanks for letting me ramble on!

[2004NBTURBOS]

Hello, and welcome aboard.......Wow thats a tuff decision.
Selling your NB is hard, but a Chromeaflair. That would break my heart. The Chromes are probably one of the rarest NB's out there. I hardly ever see one on the road. Dont ya hate it when life gets in the way??? But in all reality I dont think you have many options. The kids and their safety will always come first. I have always wanted a Chromeaflair. I wish I had some extra cash, I would take it off your hands in a flash. It wont be too hard to find a buyer who will show your NB the love. I know you said three cars is not a option, but maybe a cheap used 4 door car or minivan, and keep your Beetle for special occasions. I'm sure thats not practical, but man I'd hate to see ya sell the car you love so much.
On a side note....seeing as you have a Chromeaflair, that puts you on the official T.o.D. invite list. T.o.D. is Tail of the Dragon, which is held the first weekend in May, in the Smokie Mountains. It is one of the best driving roads in the world, with 318 curves in a 11 miles. Check out this link 2012 Tail Of The Dragon Cruise/ Weekend also check out pics from last years event here Official 2K11 ToD photo thread I had to throw the invite out there. We would love to see you and your Chromeaflair. I know it would be the only one there.

[scarabY2k]

Originally Posted by 2004NBTURBOS

Hello, and welcome aboard.......Wow thats a tuff decision.
Selling your NB is hard, but a Chromeaflair. That would break my heart. The Chromes are probably one of the rarest NB's out there. I hardly ever see one on the road. Dont ya hate it when life gets in the way??? But in all reality I dont think you have many options. The kids and their safety will always come first. I have always wanted a Chromeaflair. I wish I had some extra cash, I would take it off your hands in a flash. It wont be too hard to find a buyer who will show your NB the love. I know you said three cars is not a option, but maybe a cheap used 4 door car or minivan, and keep your Beetle for special occasions. I'm sure thats not practical, but man I'd hate to see ya sell the car you love so much.
On a side note....seeing as you have a Chromeaflair, that puts you on the official T.o.D. invite list. T.o.D. is Tail of the Dragon, which is held the first weekend in May, in the Smokie Mountains. It is one of the best driving roads in the world, with 318 curves in a 11 miles. Check out this link 2012 Tail Of The Dragon Cruise/ Weekend also check out pics from last years event here Official 2K11 ToD photo thread I had to throw the invite out there. We would love to see you and your Chromeaflair. I know it would be the only one there.

Agreed on every single, solitary comment.

A Chromaflair... oh, my heart melts

We would so much love to have you and your rare Chromaflair join us at ToD. I'll beg if I have to

[ChromaKelly]

Thanks for the welcome! Tail Of The Dragon looks like a lot of fun. If I were more footloose and free, I'd join you all.

Maybe I'll list the Beetle on here. If a Beetle enthusiast bought it, I'd know it's in a good home.

[2004NBTURBOS]

if you are gonna sell it, this is the place to find a buyer.

[scarabY2k]

Originally Posted by ChromaKelly

Thanks for the welcome! Tail Of The Dragon looks like a lot of fun. If I were more footloose and free, I'd join you all.

Maybe I'll list the Beetle on here. If a Beetle enthusiast bought it, I'd know it's in a good home.

I wish I were in the financial position to buy your Beetle. I've always wanted a Chromaflair...I'd call Her Mystique and give her lots of love and New Beetle attention