How long does a VW Bora last?
Volkswagen cars typically last around 100,000 miles as long as it is serviced and taken good care of. VW cars you buy today usually last longer than VWs that are just 10 years old. However, like most vehicles, you can only achieve this mile mark if you continuously take the car for regular maintenance.
What engine is in a Bora?
Two new internal-combustion engines were offered, the 1.8-litre turbo four-cylinder (often referred to as the 1.8 20vT), and the VR6. The suspension setup remained much as before….Volkswagen Bora.
| Volkswagen Bora (A4, Typ 1J) | |
|---|---|
| Length | sedan: 4,380 mm (172.4 in) estate: 4,410 mm (173.6 in) |
| Width | 1,730 mm (68.1 in) |
Is Volkswagen Bora reliable?
The reliability, as you would expect from a VW is fantastic. I’ve had very few things go on both cars. However, things to watch for are water pumps which like to fail (I had two go on the first car), but you can get these changed easily and cheaply at the same time as a cambelt change (every 4 years or 90k miles).
Is Jetta and Bora the same?
No different really, The Jetta is a U.S version of the European Bora. The one difference that is notable is that because of the slightly increased weight of the bora/jetta due to the boot and rear body being bigger is that the bora has firmer suspension than the golf.
Are there any mechanical issues with the VW Bora?
There are many mechanical issues a person may face with any vehicle. One of the most common Volkswagen Bora problem/question is related to changing the VW Bora timing belt and determining the timing mark. However there are many others a person may face questions and not know where to turn for answers. This is when Expert insight may be needed.
Why is my 6 year old VW Bora rusting?
In case this is absent, the most likely reason for this problem could be a faulty control head. A six year old VW Bora has started showing signs of rust at the wheel arches. Is this sufficient to address this VW Bora problem? Case Details: The car has had timely VW service and the warranty department has suggested repair and repaint.
Is there a problem with the blower motor on a Bora?
The blower motor has been tested and seems fine but does not work at any setting, set on the dial. In order to determine the exact problem at hand, the control head would need to be removed in order to ensure all connectors are in position and all terminals are clean and not corroded.
Where is the coolant cap on a VW Bora?
The coolant flange usually has most coolant hoses entering it, above the area where the engine and transmission components meet. In order to remove it, the coolant bottle cap should be loosened and replaced to create a vacuum in the system. This helps minimize the coolant loss.