I'd have to agree with Mike and say YIKES! on the new beetle. As a female, I'd never actually own one in fear of people not taking me seriously after that, and I think any woman who would make their husband drive in that thing is very selfish. haha. Hopefully she doesn't want baby blue or bubblegum pink?

Definitely check out the Volvo...a lot less "girly." I'll never forget the new baby blue beetle (convertible) I pulled up to last December. It had 4 men in it, and the license plate said "4FAIRYS." -- No, I'm not kidding. I was a little bummed that I didn't hear Cher blasting from the speakers. That would've made the moment priceless.

Good luck in your search!