2010 NB heated steering wheel

[58and03beetles]

I heard the final edition new beetles come with a vw beetle steering wheel that is HEATED! I wonder, if i change out the clock spring, wheel and airbag and add a fuse and the switch, if i could add this to my earlier 2003 convertible. anyone aware of this option or added it?

[LOVE BUG]

Originally Posted by 58and03beetles

I heard the final edition new beetles come with a vw beetle steering wheel that is HEATED! I wonder, if i change out the clock spring, wheel and airbag and add a fuse and the switch, if i could add this to my earlier 2003 convertible. anyone aware of this option or added it?

That is awesome! If you figure it out definitely let me know how. I've always dreamed of having a heated steering wheel!

[SMG]

I did a quick search online. I'll bet you everything that VW wouldn't produce new versions of several parts just to offer a new feature on an outgoing model. It just doesn't sound like VW to me.

[LOVE BUG]

Originally Posted by SMG

I did a quick search online. I'll bet you everything that VW wouldn't produce new versions of several parts just to offer a new feature on an outgoing model. It just doesn't sound like VW to me.

Bummer!

[SMG]

Wear gloves.

[LOVE BUG]

Originally Posted by SMG

Wear gloves.

But gloves keep me from texting and driving

JUST KIDDING! I don't do that! Don't wanna risk killing anyone -- or worse, crashing my bug!
HA I'm full of jokes tonight.

[MyOtherRidesAVette]

Originally Posted by LOVE BUG

But gloves keep me from texting and driving

I heard, from a friend who has one (of course she's always f'n with me, so at this point, I only consider it hearsay), that her Ford Something or Other, has texting built into the steering wheel.

My God, Girl, if that's true, and you'll pay for the parts, I'll volunteer to do the heavy mod to Gloria for nothing, which will take care of that texting problem, and selfishly on my part, allow you to stay in touch with me, the one and only time of day your not currently able to be on here, when your driving...

And you know, I'll check with her and see if her steering wheel is also heated, wouldn't that be something, texting AND heat. Your aforementioned dream, would, without a doubt, how shall I say this, turn ah, uh, no, never mind...

No, and don't ANYBODY ELSE go there!


GLORIA

[Palmettoguy]

Originally Posted by SMG

I did a quick search online. I'll bet you everything that VW wouldn't produce new versions of several parts just to offer a new feature on an outgoing model. It just doesn't sound like VW to me.

2010 Volkswagen New Beetle - Consumer Guide Automotive

Now, if I may please have my EVERYTHING

[LOVE BUG]

Originally Posted by MyOtherRidesAVette

I heard, from a friend who has one (of course she's always f'n with me, so at this point, I only consider it hearsay), that her Ford Something or Other, has texting built into the steering wheel.

My God, Girl, if that's true, and you'll pay for the parts, I'll volunteer to do the heavy mod to Gloria for nothing, which will take care of that texting problem, and selfishly on my part, allow you to stay in touch with me, the one and only time of day your not currently able to be on here, when your driving...

And you know, I'll check with her and see if her steering wheel is also heated, wouldn't that be something, texting AND heat. Your aforementioned dream, would, without a doubt, how shall I say this, turn ah, uh, no, never mind...

No, and don't ANYBODY ELSE go there!


GLORIA

Hahaha I love everything about this post. But really, I honestly don't text and drive. I signed Oprah's contract, I couldn't diss Oprah like that.

GUESS WHAT! My bf and I are going to start working on my car soon! We don't know anything about cars (well I don't Kenny knows a little) we're going to start with painting my interior, thankfully kenny's dad is a professional painter and kenny works with him daily so he'll know how to do this (I HOPE)

[LOVE BUG]

Originally Posted by Palmettoguy

2010 Volkswagen New Beetle - Consumer Guide Automotive

Now, if I may please have my EVERYTHING

Ah yes, but they don't say anything about a 2010.5 Model? all the cars 2001 and below thought they'd never see the day of swiveling cup holders but my 2001.5 bug has just that!

[58and03beetles]

Originally Posted by Palmettoguy

2010 Volkswagen New Beetle - Consumer Guide Automotive

Now, if I may please have my EVERYTHING

see i havent lost my damned mind- it says heated wheels are standard on 2010 new beetles - i thought it was just the final edition - hot damn- err i mean hot hands- but not red handed. to the parts counter i shall go and report back!! yeahhh!!

and for the record I live in San Diego -land of 74 and sunny- its friggin cold outside- 37', brrrr, went to a big christmas festival called december nights, but i still rocked it with the top down (i know , im loco)

[LOVE BUG]

Yayyyy! I'm so happy. For those of you who are too lazy to click on the link and read... I'll Highlight it for you

VEHICLE HIGHLIGHTS
The 2010 Volkswagen New Beetle lineup gains a pair of special-edition trim levels for what will likely be its final model year in its current design. This 4-passenger, retro-styled car comes as a 2-door hatchback or convertible (see separate report) in Base and new Final Edition and Red Rock trim levels. The only engine for all is a 150-horsepower 2.5-liter 5-cylinder. The Base hatchback is available with a 5-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission. All Final Edition models are only offered with the automatic. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, and front-side airbags. Heated front seats and a heated steering wheel are standard on all. A sunroof is optional, and 17-inch wheels are optional on the Base. The New Beetle Final Edition and Red Rock come with 17-inch wheels, and specific paint, interior, and exterior trim.

[SMG]

I still don't think it's true. HowStuffWorks isn't exactly a premier source of automotive information.

[DZLBUG]

Originally Posted by 58and03beetles

and for the record I live in San Diego -land of 74 and sunny- its friggin cold outside- 37'...

Global warming is a b!tch eh?

[SMG]

Here's the 2010 NB Brochure:

http://www.vw.ca/etc/medialib/vwcms/...beetle2009.pdf

Second to last page at the bottom is the specs on the steering wheel. The 3 features are:

•*3-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Height-adjustable and telescopic steering column
• Theft-deterrent steering column

I'm sorry but you and HowStuffWorks are wrong.

[Palmettoguy]

Originally Posted by SMG

I'm sorry but you and HowStuffWorks are wrong.

Out of everything in life I could have been wrong about, it had to be a dang steering wheel...Oh well

[58and03beetles]

yes yes it will as it seems that it is a typo or wishful thinking- its not mentioned anywhere else- i was just excited as it would be a nice upgrade. i love OEM+ mods to my car

this wont stop me from adding the following OEM upgrades:
MODS-
-switch for going between ipod adapter and 6 disc changer
-rear seat seat heaters
-rear seat power window switches
- back seat dome light in vert top cross bar
-air conditioned glovebox
-one touch down to all 4 windows
-alternating running light/turn light flashing
-comfort 3 flash lane changer

PARTS/SYSTEMS
-addition of an in dash mp3 jack
-homelink garage opener/ landscape lighting visor
-trunk air compressor kit
-trunk mounted fire extinguisher
-in dash toureg gps in custom dash top pod
-rear bumper parking assist sensor system
-european light switch with rear red fog, and diode for dual backups
-parrot talk voice controlled bluetooth system
-HID headlights
-front bumper with turbo s turn signals, parking assist sensor system, and pop up headlight washer system
-remote control fob window flash
-smokers kit
-tire pressure monitor system
-rear seat pass through Ski sack
-auto dim rear view mirror

and i think ill be as happy as a pig in his own $#!# at this point

[smithdave]

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[SMG]

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[MyOtherRidesAVette]

Originally Posted by SMG

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