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3VWVA7AT9CM604486 — 2012 Volkswagen Beetle 2.0T Turbo Launch Edition — auction IAAI | MaxUsAutos

2012 Volkswagen Beetle 2.0T Turbo Launch Edition

Lot #42895056 · VIN 3VWVA7AT9CM604486

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What does the damage type «Mechanical» mean

"Mechanical" flags a fault with the engine, transmission, or another major mechanical system. The exterior may look pristine, but buying without understanding the specific issue is a considerable risk.

What may be damaged

engine or gearbox
cooling system
fuel system
drivetrain

What to keep in mind

high repair cost — from $1,500 to $10,000+
vehicle often does not start or drive

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Auction IAAI · Lot #42895056

Final bid1 350 USD39% of market valueMarket value of the intact car in the US: 3 475 USDThis lot sold below market. We'll price one like it turnkey — no overpaying.

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Estimated turnkey price in Ukraine416 645 ₴≈ 9 328 USD

1 · Auction price1 400 USD

2 · Shipping + insurance3 250 USD

3 · Import duty + excise + VAT3 348 USD

4 · MaxUsAutos services + broker920 USD

5 · Certification + registration190 USD

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History of this VIN

VIN 3VWVA7AT9CM604486 history

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IAAI

Sep 25, 2025

Sold

1 350 USD

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Reliability & recalls

Common problems: Volkswagen Beetle 2012

Owner complaints filed with the US NHTSA database: 65. Of these — crashes: 4, fires: 0.

Most-reported systems

Visibility
13
Air Bags
12
Electrical System
12
Visibility/Wiper
10
Steering
7
Engine
6

Official recalls

Unknown Or Other
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Volkswagen Passat, 2018 Tiguan LWB, 2007-2009 Jetta Sedan, 2011-2013, 2015 and 2019 Jetta, 2013 Jetta Hybrid, 2008-2009 Jetta Sportwagen, 2015 Golf Sportwagen, 2013 Golf, 2008-2010 and 2012-2013 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2008-2010 Beetle, and Beetle Convertible vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners and repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began November 6, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01D7. Note: This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 18V-329.
NHTSA campaign: 19V679000
Electrical System
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in "Park."
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.
NHTSA campaign: 19V615000
Suspension
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Jetta vehicles manufactured March 1, 2010, to November 30, 2012, and 2012-2013 Beetle vehicles manufactured March 1, 2011, to July 31, 2013. The durability of the rear trailing arms may be reduced in vehicles whose rear trailing arms have been previously deformed, such as a result of a rear or side-rear impact crash.