Remove front brake rotors on a 2001 vw beetle

There are two different types of calipers used on 01 Beetles.
The first which does not have a detachable caliper bracket is easiest and is as follows:
Remove front wheels
Unbolt calipers from integrated spindle/bracket with proper allen bit and lift calipers and pads and support them.
Remove set screw holding rotor to hub. You may need an impact screwdriver as these seize up with age.
Slide rotor off hub.

The second has a separate detachable bracket that wraps around the rotor.
Remove the front wheels
Remove two caliper bracket bolts holding bracket, caliper and pads onto rotor as a unit.
Some vehicles have a standard bolt in this position, some have a VW special star bolt, so inspect to see if you are equipped to remove these. If you have the star bolts and do not have the proper tool, you need to get it... attempting to use the wrong tool will not end well.
Use a philips screwdriver to remove the set screw holding the rotor to the hub. You may need an impact screwdriver as these screws seize up with age.
Slide rotor off the hub.

This is a not a hard job. Jack it up one wheel at the time remove the tire/wheel assy. You will have to remove the brake caliper assy. and the rotor will come off now with a slight hammer tap. No bearings or grease packing, just a ready to install rotor is all you need with your new pads to do a first rate brake job. Please be careful, Use a jack stand and tire chalks to keep the car from falling/rolling.