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2001 Volkswagen Beetle prices in the U.S.
$3,995
Median asking price
17 active listings · Updated September 12, 2026
National price overview
Typical asking price range
$3,500 – $4,995 All 17 listings · Middle 50% of asking pricesMedian asking price
$3,995Trim, mileage and condition change what a comparable vehicle costs.
As of September 12, 2026, the median asking price for a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in the U.S. is $3,995, based on 17 active dealer listings tracked by VinAssessment.
Price range, sample and methodology details
The median asking price for a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in the U.S. is $3,995 based on 17 active listings.
Based on 17 active dealer listings, refreshed daily.
30-day asking price change: +$351.
Typical: $3,500–$4,995 — the middle half of 17 asking prices
Median $3,995
$1,273 low
$15K high
Why the wide range? Price depends mostly on configuration and mileage — see below. This spread covers the middle 96% of asking prices: we exclude the cheapest and priciest 2% to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded.
$3,997
Pre-owned median (16)
109,131
Average mileage
Live 2001 Volkswagen Beetle listings, priced by VIN
Compared with all listings
All-listings median $3,995
2001 Volkswagen Beetle
GLS
$3,999
VIN 3VWCK21C71M426646
at typical · vs all-listings median
2001 Volkswagen Beetle
Sport
$8,245
VIN 3VWED21C11M474291
+$4,250 · vs all-listings median
Price differences are not deal ratings. Compare equipment, mileage and vehicle history before judging a price.
Every VIN links to a full market report: decode, active listings and the local price band.
Trim-level pricing isn't reliable enough for this model yet — mileage and configuration explain most of the spread above.
Understand the differences
2001 Volkswagen Beetle: VIN configurations and specifications
Multiple VIN patterns can share the same trim. Compare their recorded equipment, then open a specification page for the full details.
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GL 2L 4-cyl VIN pattern: 3VWBB21C · year code 132 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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GLS 2L 4-cyl VIN pattern: 3VWCT21C · year code 189 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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GLS 1.9L 4-cyl VIN pattern: 3VWCP21C · year code 1235 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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GLS 2L 4-cyl VIN pattern: 3VWCB21C · year code 1303 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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GLS 1.8L 4-cyl VIN pattern: 3VWCC21C · year code 1145 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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GL 2L 4-cyl VIN pattern: 3VWBS21C · year code 160 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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Sport 1.8L 4-cyl VIN pattern: 3VWED21C · year code 179 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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GLX 1.8L 4-cyl VIN pattern: 3VWDD21C · year code 1364 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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GLX 1.8L 4-cyl VIN pattern: 3VWDC21C · year code 195 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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GL 2L 4-cyl VIN pattern: 3VWBT21C · year code 123 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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GLS 1.8L 4-cyl VIN pattern: 3VWCD21C · year code 1183 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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GLS 2L 4-cyl VIN pattern: 3VWCS21C · year code 1$3,500 Median asking price · U.S. 5 priced listings · September 6, 2026
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GL 2L 4-cyl VIN pattern: 3VWBK21C · year code 1108 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
Where these specifications come from
Specifications combine decoded VIN data, including NHTSA vPIC , with inventory records. If decoding does not identify a trim, a recorded inventory trim may be shown. VIN patterns do not confirm every installed option.
Counts describe observed VINs in our database, not factory production totals. Prices are median asking prices from qualifying U.S. listings, not original MSRP. Check the vehicle’s build sheet for exact equipment.
FACTORY REFERENCE
2001 Volkswagen Beetle factory brochure
Model-year reference for features and equipment. Actual VIN equipment may differ.
No verified factory brochure is currently listed for this exact model year.
Need equipment for a specific vehicle? Look up its factory window sticker →
Price trend
View national price trend · all trims
Average price is up $483 since June 14.
Average asking price (USD) · national · all trims. Hover, tap or focus a point for its date and price.
Chart scale: $2,886–$6,675. On narrow screens, scroll the chart sideways to see the full period.
Daily average price table
| Date | Average asking price (USD) |
|---|---|
| September 12, 2026 | $5,080 |
| September 11, 2026 | $5,092 |
| September 10, 2026 | $5,104 |
| September 9, 2026 | $5,157 |
| September 8, 2026 | $5,138 |
| September 7, 2026 | $5,142 |
| September 6, 2026 | $5,078 |
| September 5, 2026 | $5,113 |
| September 4, 2026 | $5,050 |
| September 3, 2026 | $5,147 |
| September 2, 2026 | $4,925 |
| September 1, 2026 | $4,975 |
| August 31, 2026 | $4,771 |
| August 30, 2026 | $3,850 |
| August 29, 2026 | $4,218 |
| August 28, 2026 | $4,204 |
| August 27, 2026 | $4,104 |
| August 26, 2026 | $4,009 |
| August 25, 2026 | $4,009 |
| August 24, 2026 | $3,947 |
| August 23, 2026 | $4,078 |
| August 22, 2026 | $4,239 |
| August 21, 2026 | $4,239 |
| August 20, 2026 | $4,181 |
| August 19, 2026 | $4,175 |
| August 18, 2026 | $4,236 |
| August 17, 2026 | $4,181 |
| August 16, 2026 | $4,529 |
| August 15, 2026 | $4,458 |
| August 14, 2026 | $4,458 |
| August 13, 2026 | $4,729 |
| August 12, 2026 | $4,729 |
| August 11, 2026 | $4,729 |
| August 10, 2026 | $4,343 |
| August 9, 2026 | $4,343 |
| August 8, 2026 | $4,343 |
| August 7, 2026 | $4,343 |
| August 6, 2026 | $4,343 |
| August 5, 2026 | $4,221 |
| August 4, 2026 | $4,279 |
| August 3, 2026 | $4,279 |
| August 2, 2026 | $4,381 |
| August 1, 2026 | $4,515 |
| July 31, 2026 | $4,877 |
| July 30, 2026 | $4,876 |
| July 29, 2026 | $4,828 |
| July 28, 2026 | $5,010 |
| July 27, 2026 | $4,734 |
| July 26, 2026 | $4,384 |
| July 25, 2026 | $4,384 |
| July 24, 2026 | $4,688 |
| July 23, 2026 | $4,453 |
| July 22, 2026 | $4,453 |
| July 21, 2026 | $4,453 |
| July 20, 2026 | $4,572 |
| July 19, 2026 | $4,564 |
| July 18, 2026 | $4,443 |
| July 17, 2026 | $4,488 |
| July 16, 2026 | $4,488 |
| July 15, 2026 | $4,351 |
| July 14, 2026 | $4,351 |
| July 13, 2026 | $4,613 |
| July 12, 2026 | $4,530 |
| July 11, 2026 | $4,745 |
| July 10, 2026 | $4,488 |
| July 9, 2026 | $4,208 |
| July 8, 2026 | $4,208 |
| July 7, 2026 | $5,364 |
| July 6, 2026 | $6,308 |
| July 5, 2026 | $5,718 |
| July 4, 2026 | $3,784 |
| July 3, 2026 | $3,253 |
| July 2, 2026 | $3,474 |
| July 1, 2026 | $3,596 |
| June 30, 2026 | $3,596 |
| June 29, 2026 | $4,872 |
| June 28, 2026 | $5,495 |
| June 27, 2026 | $3,953 |
| June 26, 2026 | $3,953 |
| June 25, 2026 | $3,953 |
| June 24, 2026 | $3,612 |
| June 23, 2026 | $3,612 |
| June 22, 2026 | $3,612 |
| June 21, 2026 | $4,963 |
| June 20, 2026 | $4,963 |
| June 19, 2026 | $4,450 |
| June 18, 2026 | $4,373 |
| June 17, 2026 | $4,373 |
| June 16, 2026 | $4,597 |
| June 15, 2026 | $4,597 |
| June 14, 2026 | $4,597 |
2001 Volkswagen Beetle prices by state
See how asking prices vary across states. Looking for a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle for sale near you? Open your state's price guide to compare its market, then follow the local listings link to browse available vehicles.
United States · all trims · snapshot September 12, 2026. Explore state markets below. Prices and counts cover all trims in each state; the full comparison table remains available below the map.
California
Typical asking price
$3,000
- Active listings
- 4
- Listed this year
- 7
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
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| State | Typical price | Listed this year | Active now |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $3,000 | 7 | 4 Shop 2000–2002 nearby → |
| Washington | $3,799 | 7 | 7 Shop 2000–2002 nearby → |
Listed this year counts every 2001 Volkswagen Beetle first listed in 2026 (sold and active), with currently active cars as a floor. Typical price is the median of each car's latest asking price — or the average of active listings where this-year data is thin.
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U.S. market · All trimsDifferent model years, shown on the same dollar scale. Median asking price where available; otherwise average. These are different vehicles, not a forecast of your car’s value.
- 2019 $25,652 Median
- 2018 $19,998 Median
- 2017 $19,498 Median
- 2016 $15,296 Median
- 2015 $13,485 Median
- 2014 $12,272 Median
- 2013 $11,994 Median
- 2012 $9,018 Median
- 2010 $8,253 Median
- 2009 $7,990 Median
- 2008 $7,299 Median
- 2007 $7,626 Median
- 2006 $7,498 Median
- 2005 $5,999 Median
- 2004 $5,994 Median
- 2003 $5,990 Median
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Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$71
per month
60 months · 7.0% APR · $400 down
Amount financed
$3,595
Total interest
$665
Estimate only. Excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees, and assumes a fixed-rate loan with equal monthly payments. Your actual rate depends on your credit and lender.
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Frequently asked questions
Why do 2001 Volkswagen Beetle prices range from $1,273 to $15,478?
The spread comes down to configuration and mileage: higher-mileage, base-configuration examples sit near the low end, while low-mileage and premium configurations reach the top. Half of all listings fall between $3,500 and $4,995 — see the mileage and trim breakdowns above for where a specific vehicle lands.
Is $5,080 a good price for a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle?
$5,080 is the market average as of September 12, 2026. The $3,995 median is a comparison point, not a deal rating. Compare the same trim and mileage band, and check condition, equipment and vehicle history.
How many 2001 Volkswagen Beetle are for sale right now?
17 in total, nearly all pre-owned. Counts refresh daily from live dealer inventory.
Is this the trade-in value or private-party value of my 2001 Volkswagen Beetle?
These figures describe dealer asking prices, not trade-in offers, private-party sale values or completed sale prices. Use them to compare advertised vehicles. To find out what a buyer or dealer would pay for your car, request an offer that takes its mileage, condition, equipment and history into account.
How we calculate these prices
We track 17 active listings for this vehicle across dealer sites nationwide, updated every day. Average and median are computed from real asking prices on live listings. We exclude the top and bottom 2% of prices to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded. Prices reflect dealer asking prices — not final sale prices — and exclude taxes, fees, and incentives. Trim and mileage move the price more than any other factor; see the breakdowns above.
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