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Here is where I will keep track of running changes on the New Beetle
Since the introduction of the New Beetle in March 1998, there have been many running changes and improvements to enhance the car. Some improvements are made simply for convenience, some are for safety, and others are just for cosmetic reasons.

As of May 2001, this is the only site that has charted the changes. So, check back often, and see what you have on your model, or would like to have had!



Hood Prop.
Most of the '98s had the manually-operated hood prop rod. A few towards the end of the first year's production had the air shock, which continued on later model years. It sure made it easier and faster, and more convenient to open the hood. This addition would be a hard retrofit item to the 1998 model.

Turbo Engine Cover Badging.
Starting towards the end of the 2000-year production run, the turbo engine cover badging got a bit fancier with the lettering in the right picture. Also, the cover slides on without the use of bolts to fasten it.