The BF Weevil is a compact car featured in Grand Theft Auto Online as part of The Cayo Perico Heist update.
Description[]
While the Weevil was originally released in the aforementioned update, it was not available until December 22, 2020, during the Holiday Bonuses 2020 event, where players could obtain it as a reward for completing certain requirements. It was later available for purchase on January 7, 2021, during the Weevil Week, with a discounted price for those who completed the aforementioned requirements.
Design[]
The Weevil is heavily based on the Volkswagen Type 1 "Beetle", combining elements from across the Beetle's production timeline with minimal deviations from the original design, and sharing influences from the original Injection. The vehicle's front fascia is based on pre-1954 Beetle models, while the vented bonnet and interior are based on 1950s–60s models[1]. Its headlights and rear split window appear to be inspired by the DKW F9/IFA F9, the turn signals placement and shape are inspired by the Subaru 360, while the tail lights might have been inspired by the Tatra 87. The stock Weevil omits the Beetle's characteristic running boards (which can be restored at mod shops) and features simplified bumper designs not seen on any production model Beetle. The Weevil also omits the Beetle's distinctive front bonnet handle.
The front end features a small chrome flat bumper with a number plate at the centre, while a set of circular lamps with chrome trim can be seen on the outer sides, with the outer ones being the headlamps and the inner ones amber signals. The bonnet area features a curved compartment with details similar to the front of the Injection, albeit more in-line with the rest of the compartment (Weevil, like the Beetle, has its trunk in the front where the engine customarily resides, with the engine instead at the back). Said bonnet opens to reveal a spare wheel and a small luggage compartment, along with essential components above.
The sides of the car feature wide fender arches, though still smaller compared to the Injection's bulky off-road fenders, while chrome trims are seen running across the vehicle. The cabin area follows the same shape and window layout as the Injection, but various differences can be found between these, being the straighter windows, no inner pillars on the door windows, and the larger split rear window with a flatter bottom. The doors are somewhat similar to the ones on the Injection but make use of traditional chrome handles and square-shaped rear-view mirrors.
The rear of the car is mostly predominated by the curved engine compartment, which features a vented section above the number plate section and a single handle on the bottom. The fenders have black housings with twin tail lamps, with the upper ones being red lamps and the lower ones turn signals. The lower area is basically composed of a chrome flat bumper and the twin exhaust tubes below. The underside is rather generic like most cars, but features a detailed suspension setup likely intended for off-road configurations, with the front axle being a chrome beam with suspension shocks and springs, steering rack and trailing arms, and the rear axle having dedicated control arms and transmission shafts for each rear wheel.
The interior of the car is rather unique, featuring a vented unit at the centre and a glove compartment on the passenger side. The driver side makes use of "Dominator" dials, arranged in a way that the main gauges are beside the smaller fuel gauge, all of them above the steering column.
The primary colour of the car is applied on the portions above the chrome details, the outer portion of the spare wheel rim, the interior and the inner sections of the seats, while the secondary colour is applied on the portions below the chrome details and the outer portions of the rims. A trim colour is also available for the central mirror, doorcards, outer portions of the seats, and inner roof area. It uses a set of wheels similar to the "Classic Rod" rims available in Los Santos Customs but with high profile tyres, narrower rims and wider hubcaps.
Keeping with the original Volkswagen Beetle's reputation as a highly versatile, adaptable and customisable platform, there are over 90 modification options available for the Weevil. The plethora of options allows the car to adopt one or more of a variety of custom Beetle designs, each referring to a subculture or trend in which the Beetle was prominent. Options include a Cal-Style VW, Cal looker, hippie art car, dragster, Baja Bug, Volksrod, or rat rod profile, as well as a classic show car or a conventional motorsports design. The "Blackout Covers" option and camouflage liveries intend to evoke designs from the World War 2-era military Type 82/E Kübelwagen and Type 87 Kommandeurwagen.
Current Design Gallery[]
Performance[]
The Weevil's commitment to its inspiration continues in its handling. The Weevil is light with characteristically soft and bouncy suspension, making it easy to chuck around in city streets. Acceleration is slow, its top speed is low, and considerable distance is required for it to slow to a stop. Uniquely, the vehicle has the ability to wheelie, being only the second non-muscle car after the Tornado Rat Rod (Sports Classics) able to do so, and it can also use this ability to assist acceleration, which is different from the latter.
Like the Injection and the BF off-road buggies, the Weevil is powered by a single-cam, Flat-4 engine with fully-animated timing belt and pulleys, coupled to a 5-speed gearbox in a rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout. It shares the same engine sound as the Issi Classic and Brioso 300, albeit with a slightly lower pitch.
Overview[]
| Acceleration (0-60 mph in Seconds) |
Maximum Velocity (mph / kmh) |
Gears | Engine | Drivetrain (FWD / RWD / AWD) |
Mass (kg / lbs) |
Fuel Tank Size (litres) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | 84 / 135 | 4 | N/A | RWD | 820 / 1808 | N/A |
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| N/A | N/A | 4 | RRRRRear engine, rear wheel drive SOHCSOHCSingle Overhead Camshaft Flat-4 (In-game model) | RWD | Cannot be observed | Cannot be observed |
Rockstar Games Social Club[]
Modifications[]
| Category | Modification | Price | Image | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armor | No Armor | $1,000 | ||
| Armor Upgrade 20% | $7,500 | |||
| Armor Upgrade 40% | $12,000 | |||
| Armor Upgrade 60% | $20,000 | |||
| Armor Upgrade 80% | $35,000 | |||
| Armor Upgrade 100% | $50,000 | |||
| Brakes | Stock Brakes | $1,000 | ||
| Street Brakes | $20,000 | |||
| Sport Brakes | $27,000 | |||
| Race Brakes | $35,000 | |||
| Bumpers | Front Bumpers | Stock Front Bumper | $2,200 |   |
| Bumper Delete | $4,600 |   | ||
| Plastic Splitter | $7,400 |   | ||
| Primary Splitter | $11,700 |   | ||
| Secondary Splitter | $14,500 |   | ||
| Carbon Splitter | $14,700 |   | ||
| No Bumper & Primary Splitter | $14,900 |   | ||
| No Bumper & Secondary Splitter | $15,100 |   | ||
| No Bumper & Carbon Splitter | $15,300 |   | ||
| Extended Bullbar | $15,500 |   | ||
| Buggy Bullbar | $15,700 |   | ||
| Baja Bullbar | $15,900 |   | ||
| Injection Bullbar | $16,100 |   | ||
| Chrome Extended Bullbar | $16,300 |   | ||
| Chrome Buggy Bullbar | $16,500 |   | ||
| Chrome Baja Bullbar | $16,700 |   | ||
| Chrome Injection Bullbar | $16,900 |   | ||
| Rear Bumpers | Stock Rear Bumper | $2,200 |   | |
| Rear Bumper Delete | $4,600 |   | ||
| Plastic Rear Bumper | $7,400 |   | ||
| Injection Rear Cage | $11,700 |   | ||
| Buggy Rear Cage | $14,500 |   | ||
| Baja Rear Cage | $14,700 |   | ||
| Chrome Injection Rear Cage | $14,900 |   | ||
| Chrome Buggy Rear Cage | $15,100 |   | ||
| Chrome Baja Rear Cage | $15,300 |   | ||
| Engine | EMS Upgrade, Level 1 | $9,000 | ||
| EMS Upgrade, Level 2 | $12,500 | |||
| EMS Upgrade, Level 3 | $18,000 | |||
| EMS Upgrade, Level 4 | $33,500 | |||
| Exhausts | Stock Exhaust | $260 |   | |
| Chrome Exhausts | $750 |   | ||
| Big Bore Exhausts | $1,800 |   | ||
| Upswept Exhausts | $3,000 |   | ||
| Central Exhausts | $9,550 |   | ||
| Upswept Central Exhausts | $9,750 |   | ||
| Baby Stinger | $10,500 |   | ||
| Big Bore Stinger | $12,000 |   | ||
| Upswept Stinger | $13,750 |   | ||
| Side Stinger | $14,625 |   | ||
| Mega Stinger | $15,500 |   | ||
| Mega Side Stinger | $16,475 |   | ||
| Explosives | Ignition Bomb | $5,000 | ||
| Remote Bomb | $7,500 | |||
| Fenders | Stock Front Fenders | $300 |   | |
| Headlight Hoods | $900 |   | ||
| Wire Stoneguards | $1,500 |   | ||
| Blackout Covers | $1,700 |   | ||
| Front Arch Extensions | $2,000 |   | ||
| Carbon Fenders | $2,750 |   | ||
| Chopped Fenders | $3,300 |   | ||
| Primary Chopped Fenders | $3,900 |   | ||
| Carbon Chopped Fenders | $4,350 |   | ||
| Fender Delete | $5,000 |   | ||
| Stock Rear Fenders | $300 |   | ||
| Rear Arch Extensions | $900 |   | ||
| Carbon Rear Fenders | $1,500 |   | ||
| Chopped Rear Fenders | $1,700 |   | ||
| Primary Chopped Rear Fenders | $2,000 |   | ||
| Carbon Chopped Rear Fenders | $2,750 |   | ||
| Fender Delete | $3,300 |   | ||
| Hoods | Stock Hood | $1,600 |   | |
| Secondary Hood | $3,000 |   | ||
| Carbon Hood | $5,000 |   | ||
| Foglight Hood | $8,000 |   | ||
| Secondary Foglight Hood | $9,600 |   | ||
| Carbon Foglight Hood | $11,000 |   | ||
| Hood Accessories | None | $200 |   | |
| Adventure Kit | $750 |   | ||
| Horns | Main article: Vehicle Customization in GTA V/Horns | - | ||
| Lights | Headlights | Stock Lights | $600 | |
| Xenon Lights | $7,500 | |||
| Neon Kits | Main article: Vehicle Customization in GTA V/Lights | - | ||
| Livery | None | $11,400 |   | |
| Hot Rod Flames | $18,240 |   | ||
| Purple Flames | $19,380 |   | ||
| Backyard Camo | $20,520 |   | ||
| Arid Camo | $21,660 |   | ||
| BF Cup Car | $22,800 |   | ||
| Stronzo Racing | $23,370 |   | ||
| Evil Weevil | $23,939 |   | ||
| Barnfind | $24,510 |   | ||
| Forgotten Racer | $25,080 |   | ||
| Beatnik Beater | $25,650 |   | ||
| Tie Dyed | $26,220 |   | ||
| Flower Power | $26,789 |   | ||
| Peace, Man | $27,360 |   | ||
| Trippy Vibes | $27,930 |   | ||
| Love Machine | FREE[2][3] |   | ||
| Loss/Theft Prevention | Tracker | |||
| Full Coverage | ||||
| Plates | Blue on White 1 | $200 | ||
| Blue on White 2 | $200 | |||
| Blue on White 3 | $200 | |||
| Yellow on Blue | $300 | |||
| Yellow on Black | $600 | |||
| Respray | Main article: Vehicle Customization in GTA V/Respray Colors | - | ||
| Roll Cages | No Roll Cage | $700 |   | |
| Half Cage | $1,100 |   | ||
| Half Cage & Sports Seats | $1,350 |   | ||
| Half Cage & Street Seats | $1,500 |   | ||
| Cage & Drift Seats | $2,750 |   | ||
| Cage & Drag Seats | $3,600 |   | ||
| Cage & Race Seats | $4,900 |   | ||
| Cage & Carbon Seats | $5,800 |   | ||
| Roofs | Stock Roof | $200 |   | |
| Primary Sunstrip | $700 |   | ||
| Secondary Sunstrip | $1,150 |   | ||
| Vintage Rack | $1,600 |   | ||
| Seaside Getaway | $1,950 |   | ||
| Tire Rack | $2,400 |   | ||
| Offroad Rack | $2,500 |   | ||
| Vintage Rack & Board I | $2,850 |   | ||
| Vintage Rack & Board II | $3,400 |   | ||
| Vintage Rack & Board III | $3,950 |   | ||
| Basic Rack & Board I | $4,500 |   | ||
| Basic Rack & Board II | $5,50 |   | ||
| Basic Rack & Board III | $5,550 |   | ||
| Modern Rack & Board I | $6,000 |   | ||
| Modern Rack & Board II | $6,350 |   | ||
| Modern Rack & Board III | $6,650 |   | ||
| Modern Rack & Board IV | $6,950 |   | ||
| Sell | Sell Vehicle | |||
| Skirts | Stock Skirts | $2,500 |   | |
| Basic Running Boards | $5,500 |   | ||
| Chrome Running Boards | $8,000 |   | ||
| Primary Running Boards | $10,500 |   | ||
| Secondary Running Boards | $14,000 |   | ||
| Carbon Running Boards | $14,500 |   | ||
| Offroad Kit | $15,000 |   | ||
| Spoilers | None | $6,000 |   | |
| Primary Race Wing | $7,050 |   | ||
| Carbon Race Wing | $10,000 |   | ||
| Primary Drag Wing | $13,000 |   | ||
| Carbon Drag Wing | $14,000 |   | ||
| Extreme Aero Wing | $16,000 |   | ||
| Suspension | Stock Suspension | $200 | ||
| Lowered Suspension | $1,000 | |||
| Street Suspension | $2,000 | |||
| Sport Suspension | $3,400 | |||
| Competition Suspension | $4,400 | |||
| Race Suspension | $4,600 | |||
| Transmission | Stock Transmission | $1,000 | ||
| Street Transmission | $29,500 | |||
| Sports Transmission | $32,500 | |||
| Race Transmission | $40,000 | |||
| Turbo | None | $5,000 | ||
| Turbo Tuning | $50,000 | |||
| Wheels | Main article: Vehicle Customization in GTA V/Wheels | - | ||
| Windows | None | $500 | ||
| Light Smoke | $1,500 | |||
| Dark Smoke | $3,500 | |||
| Limo | $5,000 | |||
Gallery[]
Official screenshot of the Yellow Still Slipping Tee, featuring a red Weevil.
The Weevil on Southern San Andreas Super Autos. Note the bugged dial textures.
The Weevil on Benny's Original Motor Works.
English Dave's bonus gift Love Machine Weevil (rear quarter view) as delivered.
Prize Ride advertisement.
Locations[]
- Once the player has completed all of Keinemusik's requests as VIP, CEO or MC President, the Weevil will be given as a reward to be collected at the top floor of the LSIA parking lot.
- When entering the vehicle, the game will ask for a suitable location for the player to store the vehicle. Choosing a location will not move the vehicle directly, but the player can choose to simply exit it and use the return to storage option in the Interaction Menu.
- The vehicle comes in a white paintjob, with a "Love Machine" livery. Although not visible, it also has black wheel colour, which is only present on custom rims.
- Available for purchase from Southern San Andreas Super Autos for $870,000 or for $652,500 after completing all of Keinemusik's requests.
Notable Owners[]
- English Dave – Following the events of The Cayo Perico Heist update, English Dave owned a white Weevil with a Love Machine livery, but later gifted it to the GTA Online Protagonist in late-2020 for helping him with Keinemusik’s beach party.
Prominent Appearances in Gameplay[]
- Auto Shop Service – This vehicle may be randomly selected to be serviced and returned to a customer.
- First Dose 5 - Make War not Love – Used by the Hippies around their site and to pursue the player.
- Salvage Yard Robberies – A highly modified Weevil is featured as the target vehicle in the robberies.
Radio Stations[]
- In Grand Theft Auto Online, the default radio stations are grouped by genre. The Weevil uses the "Dance" group which can play:
- FlyLo FM
- Soulwax FM
- Los Santos Underground Radio (May not play due to a three station limit within the group)
- Music Locker Radio
- Media Player (Enhanced Editions only. May not play due to a three station limit within the group)
Trivia[]
General[]
- A weevil is a kind of beetle, which is a reference to its main inspiration.
Grand Theft Auto Online[]
- The "Evil Weevil" livery could be a reference to the 1971 Hot Wheels Evil Weevil.
- The Weevil has some references to Herbie The Love Bug, a fictional sentient anthropomorphic 1963 Beetle in popular culture:
- The "BF Cup Car" livery appears to be based on the stock Herbie.
- The "Stronzo Racing" & "Forgotten Racer" liveries both bear resemblance to NASCAR Herbie in the 2005 movie Herbie: Fully Loaded, the latter evidenced by its livery name & both by the sponsor stickers. The numbers on them (52 & 35) are also nods to Herbie's number 53.
- The Weevil's wheelie ability is another reference to the franchise, as Herbie has the same ability.
- In the Southern San Andreas Super Autos website image, the interior appears to display incorrect textures. This was fixed in the Los Santos Tuners.
- When the player enters the vehicle while in first-person view, the entire view temporarily goes diagonal while the animation is happening instead of staying horizontal like every other car.
Oversights[]
- Compared to the other exhaust options, the "Chrome Exhausts" and "Big Bore Exhausts" do not smoke and have no backfire effects, making them unfunctional if applied on the vehicle. This was fixed in later updates.
- The vehicle's Social Club listing has a couple of errors:
- The Benny's Original Motor Works is missing from the dealership list.
- The vehicle is marked as not "super-moddable", despite it being "super-moddable" into a Weevil Custom.
See Also[]
- Bug – Another vehicle primarily based on the Volkswagen Beetle from Grand Theft Auto.
- Injection – Another vehicle primarily based on the Volkswagen Beetle, specifically modified Baja Bugs, also from Grand Theft Auto V.
References[]
- ↑ "We've had 23 years to straighten out our bugs." - A Volkswagen ad introduces the changes on the Beetles from 1949 to 1971.
- ↑ Unlocked by completing all of Keinemusik's Request missions.
- ↑
Previously priced for $28,500 upon the vehicle's release.
