Well, I had a New Beetle - a 2000 GLS. I currently have a 2005 Honda Civic Hybrid and no, I don't consider them the same. First of all, when the New Beetle came out, everyone noticed you when you were driving one. When I got my HCH, no one noticed. We even have a HCH 2006 added to our family and the same thing, no one notices it is a hybrid. Now, the 2006 gets more looks because of the style since its a CIVIC.

Do I think hybrid owners are more forward thinking? Yes. New Beetle Owners weren't forward thinking, we were retro- trying to recapture something from the past, while hybrid owners are looking to the future and helpgin pave the wave for less dependance on oil and cleaner air.

Just my 3 cents worth. Make it a great one!

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