The VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE (1999-11) 2DR CABRIOLET 2.0 is a compact, four-seat convertible, bringing the familiar rounded Beetle look to open-air motoring. In the UK it sits in a small, style-led cabriolet niche rather than the mainstream family-hatchback market. Its folding roof and distinctive shape give it more character than many practical rivals, while the two-door layout makes it best suited to couples, singles or small households. Mycarcheck.com has recorded 150 checks covering 104 different VINs, offering a useful snapshot of cars being researched. Those checks show an average private-sale valuation of £1,400 and average recorded mileage of 100,000 miles. The typical example has around five previous keepers, so condition and service history deserve careful attention; average annual mileage is relatively low at 3,000 miles. The Beetle Cabriolet is a characterful alternative to more conventional small convertibles, best enjoyed for relaxed weekends and sunny local trips rather than maximum everyday practicality.