My past Beetles :crying: ...
... my First - Valdez ... Traded in for a 2015 TSI Beetle March 2016
... my Second - Dear ... Traded in for a 2014 Fiat 500L in April 2015
... my Third - HiLiter ... Accident in March of 2015, not seriously damaged, but the Insurance Company totaled it.
Well, it has been 17 Years and we have purchased a "New" Beetle to replace Valdez.
The wife and I have been pondering many names for our new addition and have settled on "Rook". Here are some basic facts, Rook's are only indigenous to Europe, Russia and the Orient; however unbeknownst to us, rooks have been documented as one of several species of birds capable of using tools and on a spiritual/symbolism note, Rooks are augurs, keepers of secrets, mysteries, hidden knowledge and foretelling the future.
Perhaps that is why I am already working on it. (Day 2) The front passenger side blinker bulb needs to be replaced and the front tow hook cover would not snap into place; turns out it was put in upside down.
For what it is worth, I have never won any lottery, nor will I; honestly I would not want to experience the stress of such an event.
Stayed tuned, pics will be forthcoming, as soon as the rain clears. I am looking forward to Rook's first photo op.
Here are Rook's Specifications from the Window Sticker:
Performance and Handling ...
-1.8L TSI DOHC 16 Valve Turbo whit Direct Injection
-Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV)
-Servotronic Speed Variable Electro-Mechanical Power Steering
-Front - Rear Independent Suspension
-Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR)
-Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
-17" Black Alloy Wheels
Safety and Durability ...
-Drive/Passenger Air Bags
-Drive/Passenger Head/Thorax Side Air Bags
-3 Point Safety Belts
-Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
-Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
-Intelligent Crash Response System (ICRS)
-Lower Anchors/Tethers for Children (LATCH)
-Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Comfort/Convenience/Additional Features
-RCD 310 AM/FM Radio with in Dash CD Player including Aux Input and MP3 Playback
-8 Speaker Sound System
-Media Device Interface (MDI/iPod/iPhone/iPad)
-Bluetooth mobile telephone connectivity (Basic)
-Power Central Locking with Remote
-Leatherette Seating Surfaces
-Heated Comfort Front Seats
-Manually adjustable Front Seats with Lumbar Support
-Split Folding Rear Seat
-Leather Wrapped Multi-Function Steering Wheel
-Leather Wrapped Shift Knob and Brake Lever
-Height Adjustable Telescoping Steering Column
-Front Center Console with Cup Holders
-Front and Rear Carpeted Floor Mats
-Climatic Single Zone Manual Climate Control with Pollen Filter
-Ambient Interior Lighting (Red/White/Blue) with Front Map Lights and Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
-Multi-function Display with Trip Computer with choice of North American or European Readout
-Power Windows with Pinch Protection
-Power Adjustable Heated Exterior Mirrors
-Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers with Heated Washer Nozzles
-Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
-VW Care-Net Equipped - Subscription Required (did not subscribe, maybe later)
Package /Options
-Black Uni Exterior Paint
-Titan Black Leatherette Interior
-Monster Mats
-Heavy Duty Trunk Liner with VW CarGo Blocks
-Roadside Assistance Kit
-5 Speed Manual Transmission
VW Care Free Maintenance
-Services Noted in the VW Maintenance Booklet are Free (yep, I do them myself) for the first 12 months/10,000 miles whichever occurs first
Warranty Information
-VW Limited Warranty is 3 Years/36,000 Miles whichever occurs first
-Power-train Limited Warranty is 5 Years/60,000 Miles whichever occurs first
-Corrosion Perforation Warranty is 12 Years/Unlimited Mileage
24 Hour Roadside Assistance
-3 Years/36,000 Miles whichever occurs first - Services provided by a third party
... my First - Valdez ... Traded in for a 2015 TSI Beetle March 2016
... my Second - Dear ... Traded in for a 2014 Fiat 500L in April 2015
... my Third - HiLiter ... Accident in March of 2015, not seriously damaged, but the Insurance Company totaled it.
Well, it has been 17 Years and we have purchased a "New" Beetle to replace Valdez.
The wife and I have been pondering many names for our new addition and have settled on "Rook". Here are some basic facts, Rook's are only indigenous to Europe, Russia and the Orient; however unbeknownst to us, rooks have been documented as one of several species of birds capable of using tools and on a spiritual/symbolism note, Rooks are augurs, keepers of secrets, mysteries, hidden knowledge and foretelling the future.
Perhaps that is why I am already working on it. (Day 2) The front passenger side blinker bulb needs to be replaced and the front tow hook cover would not snap into place; turns out it was put in upside down.
For what it is worth, I have never won any lottery, nor will I; honestly I would not want to experience the stress of such an event.
Stayed tuned, pics will be forthcoming, as soon as the rain clears. I am looking forward to Rook's first photo op.
Here are Rook's Specifications from the Window Sticker:
Performance and Handling ...
-1.8L TSI DOHC 16 Valve Turbo whit Direct Injection
-Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV)
-Servotronic Speed Variable Electro-Mechanical Power Steering
-Front - Rear Independent Suspension
-Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR)
-Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
-17" Black Alloy Wheels
Safety and Durability ...
-Drive/Passenger Air Bags
-Drive/Passenger Head/Thorax Side Air Bags
-3 Point Safety Belts
-Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
-Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
-Intelligent Crash Response System (ICRS)
-Lower Anchors/Tethers for Children (LATCH)
-Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Comfort/Convenience/Additional Features
-RCD 310 AM/FM Radio with in Dash CD Player including Aux Input and MP3 Playback
-8 Speaker Sound System
-Media Device Interface (MDI/iPod/iPhone/iPad)
-Bluetooth mobile telephone connectivity (Basic)
-Power Central Locking with Remote
-Leatherette Seating Surfaces
-Heated Comfort Front Seats
-Manually adjustable Front Seats with Lumbar Support
-Split Folding Rear Seat
-Leather Wrapped Multi-Function Steering Wheel
-Leather Wrapped Shift Knob and Brake Lever
-Height Adjustable Telescoping Steering Column
-Front Center Console with Cup Holders
-Front and Rear Carpeted Floor Mats
-Climatic Single Zone Manual Climate Control with Pollen Filter
-Ambient Interior Lighting (Red/White/Blue) with Front Map Lights and Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
-Multi-function Display with Trip Computer with choice of North American or European Readout
-Power Windows with Pinch Protection
-Power Adjustable Heated Exterior Mirrors
-Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers with Heated Washer Nozzles
-Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
-VW Care-Net Equipped - Subscription Required (did not subscribe, maybe later)
Package /Options
-Black Uni Exterior Paint
-Titan Black Leatherette Interior
-Monster Mats
-Heavy Duty Trunk Liner with VW CarGo Blocks
-Roadside Assistance Kit
-5 Speed Manual Transmission
VW Care Free Maintenance
-Services Noted in the VW Maintenance Booklet are Free (yep, I do them myself) for the first 12 months/10,000 miles whichever occurs first
Warranty Information
-VW Limited Warranty is 3 Years/36,000 Miles whichever occurs first
-Power-train Limited Warranty is 5 Years/60,000 Miles whichever occurs first
-Corrosion Perforation Warranty is 12 Years/Unlimited Mileage
24 Hour Roadside Assistance
-3 Years/36,000 Miles whichever occurs first - Services provided by a third party