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3VWBB61C7WM006489-1998-volkswagen-beetle-0
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1998 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLEVIN: 3VWBB61C7WM006489

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Historical Records
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Photos
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Sales History
1 records
Sale Prices
2 records
VIN Decoder
25 entries
Market report
Price analytics

Historical Records

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Available historical records for VIN 3VWBB61C7WM006489
Latest reported mileage: 735 mi
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2022-12-10
a year ago
116,492 mi
Damage reported
Damage to front
2022-08-04
2 years ago
8,815 mi
Odometer reading reported
2020-07-16
4 years ago
45,807 mi
Duplicate title issued
REBUILT TITLE ISSUED

Sale Record

Sale Date
9 years ago
Sold For
Odometer
9009 mi
Location
Chambersburg, PA, 17201
1998 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE
sold
Has Keys:Hidden text
Engine Starts:Hidden text
Run & Drive:Hidden text
Year1998
TitleHidden text (Hidden text)
ODO 6375 mi (Hidden text)
DamageHidden text, Hidden text
Estimated Retail Value$4604
Estimated Repair Cost$6105 (342%)
SellerHidden text (Hidden text)
LocationChambersburg, PA, 17201
Date
ended 9 years ago
sold for $781
Sale Website Typesalvage or insurance auction
sale information provided by user #857840
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Tech Specs
Body StyleHATCHBAC
ColorBLACK
Transmission5 SPEED MANUAL
Engine2.0L 4
DriveFront-wheel Drive
Fuel TypeGAS

Model Analytics & Market Report

We've analyzed more than 130 sales records of this model and here are some numbers.
The average price for new (MSRP) 1998 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE in 1998 was $24,448.
The average price for used 1998 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE nowadays in 2024 is $5,495 which is 22% from the original price.
Estimated mileage driven per year is 7,730 miles.
For this model we also have depreciation curve, photos, list of features and options, and other analytics.
Take a look at 1998 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE model page in BADVIN vehicles catalog.

Depreciation

The graph below is a depreciation curve for 1998 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE. It shows how much this model looses per year in price. This analytics is calculated using sales records from BADVIN database.
The table below shows average price for used 1998 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE in each year since the year of manufacturing, current year price and projected price in the future years.
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YearAverage MileageAverage Price% Left% Lost
1998 MSRP0 mi$24,448100%0%
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Price vs Mileage

The graph below shows how mileage affects the price for 1998 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE. This data was calculated using sales records from BADVIN database.
The table below shows average price for used 1998 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE by mileage and number of sales.
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MileageAverage PriceSample Size
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VIN Decoder — 25 records

Engine
Displacement (CC)

Engine displacement (in cubic centimeters) is the volume swept by all the pistons inside the cylinders of a reciprocating engine in a single movement from top dead center to bottom dead center.

1984
Displacement (CI)

Engine displacement (in cubic inches) is the volume swept by all the pistons inside the cylinders of a reciprocating engine in a single movement from top dead center to bottom dead center.

121.071108283
Displacement (L)

Engine displacement (in liters) is the volume swept by all the pistons inside the cylinders of a reciprocating engine in a single movement from top dead center to bottom dead center.

1.984000
Engine Brake (hp) From

Engine brake is the horsepower (hp) at the engine output shaft. Engine Brake (hp) From is the lower value of the range.

115
Engine Manufacturer

This data element captures the name of the engine manufacturer.

Volkswagen
Engine Number of Cylinders

This is a numerical field to store the number of cylinders in an engine. Common values for passenger cars are 4 or 6.

4
Fuel Type - Primary

Fuel type defines the fuel used to power the vehicle. For vehicles that have two power sources, such as plug-in hybrid vehicle, both primary fuel type and secondary fuel type will be provided.

Gasoline
Other Engine Info

This is a catch-all field for storing additional engine information that does not fit in any of the other engine fields.

51-St., Emissions Certification Test Group: WVWXV02.0226
Exterior / Body
Body Class

Body Class presents the body type based on 49 CFR 565.12(b): "Body type means the general configuration or shape of a vehicle distinguished by such characteristics as the number of doors or windows, cargo-carrying features and the roofline (e.g., sedan, fastback, hatchback)." Definitions are not provided for individual body types in the regulation.

Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Doors

This is a numerical field to store the number of doors on a vehicle.

2
Exterior / Dimension
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From

Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is the maximum operating weight of a vehicle including the vehicle's chassis, body, engine, engine fluids, fuel, accessories, driver, passengers and cargo, but excluding that of the trailers. Per 49 CFR 565.15, Class 1 is further broken down to Class A-D; Class 2 is further broken down to Class E-H. This field captures the lower bound of GVWR range for the vehicle.

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To

Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is the maximum operating weight of a vehicle including the vehicle's chassis, body, engine, engine fluids, fuel, accessories, driver, passengers and cargo, but excluding that of the trailers. Per 49 CFR 565.15, Class 1 is further broken down to Class A-D; Class 2 is further broken down to Class E-H. This field captures the higher bound of GVWR range for the vehicle.

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
General
Make

Per 49 CFR 565, Make is a name that a manufacturer applies to a group of vehicles or engines.

VOLKSWAGEN
Manufacturer Name
Name of the vehicle manufacturer.
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Model

Per 49 CFR 565, Model means a name that a manufacturer applies to a family of vehicles of the same type, make, line, series and body type.

Beetle
Model Year

If the model year (MY) is supplied when the VIN is decoded, such as from a crash report or a vehicle registration record, the MY value will be the supplied MY, even if the MY decoded from the VIN differs from the supplied MY. If the MY is not supplied when the VIN is decoded, the MY value will be decoded from the 10th character in the VIN.

1998
Plant City

This data element captures the city of the manufacturing plant where the manufacturer affixes the VIN.

PUEBLA
Plant Country

This data element captures the country of the manufacturing plant where the manufacturer affixes the VIN.

MEXICO
Vehicle Type

This field defines the type of the vehicle based on the World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI).

PASSENGER CAR
Internal
NCSA Body Type

An internal NHTSA field to capture the body type of the vehicle.

3-door/2-door hatchback
NCSA Make

An internal NHTSA field to capture the Make of the vehicle.

Volkswagen
NCSA Model

An internal NHTSA field to capture the Model of the vehicle.

New Beetle
Passive Safety System
Other Restraint System Info

Other Restraint Info field is used to code additional information about restraint system that cannot be coded in any other restraint fields.

Restraint System: AirBag - Dr/Pass, Active - Dr/Pass
Passive Safety System / Air Bag Location
Front Air Bag Locations

This field captures the location of frontal air bags. Frontal air bags are generally designed to deploy in "moderate to severe" frontal or near-frontal crashes.

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Side Air Bag Locations

This field captures the location of side air bags, typically designed for three areas of added protection: chest/torso, head, or both.

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
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Frequently asked questions
Market value is generally estimated based on the 1998 VOLKSWAGEN vehicle’s history, condition, and comparable sales, helping to provide a guideline for buyers and sellers, though specific values can vary.
To ensure the 1998 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE meets environmental standards, look for emissions ratings and fuel economy data on the window sticker, which indicate compliance with environmental regulations.
A Monroney label, commonly known as a window sticker, provides detailed information about a vehicle's specifications, features, and pricing when new.
Saltwater damage, if documented, is specifically noted due to its corrosive impact on the 1998 VOLKSWAGEN vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.
Mileage data, collected over time, helps verify the actual use and condition of the 1998 VOLKSWAGEN vehicle, indicating wear and potential issues, if accurately recorded.
VIN decoding assists in insurance processes by providing accurate vehicle identification, which is crucial for policy creation, risk assessment, and claim processing.
MSRP on a Monroney label stands for Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price, which is the recommended selling price for a vehicle.
Ownership history, including the number of previous owners and how long they owned the vehicle, can indicate how well the 1998 VOLKSWAGEN vehicle was maintained, if such records are available.
Discrepancies between a window sticker and actual dealer pricing can occur due to additional dealer markup, optional add-ons not included in the sticker, or regional pricing differences.
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