Trim Report

Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T SEL2008

Includes:BEETLE|1.8T SEL
$6,700
Starting From
13
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 13 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $6,700
Max $28,500
From $6,700
Fresh

1.8T SEL Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$2,900
$3K–$16K
23 listings101,087 avg miles
1.8T
From$3,900
87 listings|$4K–$30K
1.8T Classic
From$7,970
24 listings|$8K–$24K
1.8T Dune
From$8,850
15 listings|$9K–$26K
1.8T S
From$6,999
20 listings|$7K–$27K
1.8T SE
From$9,000
28 listings|$9K–$32K
1.8T SEL
From$6,700
13 listings|$7K–$29K
2.0T
From$1,250
57 listings|$1K–$22K
2.0T Coast
From$12,995
18 listings|$13K–$30K
2.0T Final Edition SEL
From$18,300
11 listings|$18K–$50K
2.0T S
From$11,531
58 listings|$12K–$37K
2.0T SE
From$15,000
44 listings|$15K–$35K
2.5
From$4,450
118 listings|$4K–$27K
2.5 Fender
From$11,995
4 listings|$12K–$20K
GL
From$2,490
7 listings|$2K–$6K
GLS
From$700
51 listings|$700–$15K
R-Line
From$6,900
18 listings|$7K–$25K
S
From$2,900
24 listings|$3K–$15K
SE
From$4,500
8 listings|$5K–$16K
TDI
From$9,995
34 listings|$10K–$21K
Turbo
From$2,000
21 listings|$2K–$14K

2008 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T SEL Pricing

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Where to Find Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T SEL

Location data for all 2008 Volkswagen Beetle trims combined

37States

California has the most inventory at 9%, with options spread across 37 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Volkswagen Beetle Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2008 Volkswagen Beetle trims

Low Concern

The 2008 Volkswagen Beetle has a low safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 0 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

1
Recalls
0
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
08V0360002008-28-01
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

ON CERTAIN SPECIAL EDITION TRIPLE WHITE SEDAN VEHICLES, AN INCORRECT ADHESIVE MAY HAVE BEEN USED TO ATTACH THE ROOF SPOILER TO THE REAR GLASS OF THE VEHICLE. IF THE INCORRECT ADHESIVE WAS USED, THE SPOILER COULD BECOME LOOSE OR FALL FROM THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING, EVEN THOUGH INITIALLY THE SPOILER MAY FEEL SECURE.

IF THIS HAPPENS, THE SPOILER COULD CAUSE INJURY BY STRIKING PERSONS OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE OR COULD BECOME AN OBSTACLE TO OTHER DRIVERS, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

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Is the 1.8T SEL Worth It?

Common questions about the 2008 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T SEL

How does the 1.8T SEL compare to other Volkswagen Beetle trims?

The 1.8T SEL occupies a distinct position in the Volkswagen Beetle range. See how it stacks up on the 2008 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2008 Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T SEL?

Maintenance costs for the 1.8T SEL align with the broader Volkswagen Beetle ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2008 model year has 1 recall on record. Check the 2008 Volkswagen Beetle page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Volkswagen Beetle 1.8T SEL?

For the 1.8T SEL, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Volkswagen Beetle buyer's guide.

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