Volkswagen Bora in 2023 - What's it Like?

Hello! Today I have a mk4 VW Bora with a 1.9 TDI. Hear my thoughts on what it's like in 2023 and how it matches up to other potential cars you could buy. Is it a bit too old fashioned in the modern world? How's the reliability? How much do they cost? Let me fill you in on the Volkswagen Bora.

[@frankhoward7645]

3:30. Just my opinion, but I think this is one of the most beautiful sedans ever. Better looking than any Bora (Jetta) that was produced before or after the Mark 4. Better looking than practically any current sedan. 9:47. I can't believe the condition of your front wings right behind the tires. There is nowhere for water and debris to drain once it goes through the cowl (where the wipers reside). Everything tends to collect in the bottom of the wings leading to severe rusting problems. Try removing the bottom 3 torx fasteners that hold the plastic wheel well liner and lift it up. You will be shocked at what you'll find. I do this every time I change my oil. 10:43. The main reason these cars sell for so little is because they're interference engines therefore if the belt jumps or breaks, the engine is toast. That's why people are so afraid of them, thus driving the prices down. You've certainly got a nice one!

[@antonvangraan2378]

I still have my 2000 Jetta (Bora) TDi here in South Africa, now in the hands of my student son. It's sitting on 236 000km and running an Oettinger computer box, but otherwise standard. It's been a faithful companion and I will be sad to let this one go.

[@Akuphon]

I still have a 2005 Bora with only 119000 km on it. For its age it is in very good condition both inside and out. I still really love the look of it! Much better than all the SUVs nowadays! Sadly sedans (or saloons) are a dying breed and I'm already worrying what to buy next when eventually the time comes up for my Bora. VW does not make any sedans or any other good looking cars either anymore. 🙁

[@ZYGY98]

I own pd130 Bora estate, i must say that its best daily car i will probably have.. Im from czech republic, in doing about 30-40k kilometres a year, i was in Austria mountains with it, in Berlin and other road trips.. Engine so far without any problems after 2 years and some months.. Did clutch, brakes, some suspension stuff and it is fun too, i also own 2.8 e36 and both are fun in certain ways.. So Bora is not ny only car and i know what in talking about, also Fuel consumption is best thing

[@bowlingaz]

As the car market becomes more and more homogenised with an army of SUVs, I find myself ever more drawn to watching videos like this about old cars that weren't SUVs! There's a lot to be said for this type of transport.

[@pianoboogie51]

I have a 1.4 tdi mk3 polo and it runs like a clock. the bora is very nice too

[@lupulflamand5673]

The 1.9 TDI is too good. Usually the car itself dies before the engine had a chance to start failing. I have a mk4 golf TDI myself and I'm not getting rid of it. The car is now 24 years old and it is still very alive.

[@carchap]

They are very good, and they used these engines in all sorts of stuff for years. I've heard people tune them up very easily too.

[@carchap]

What does everyone think of Boras??

[@diogofernandes3048]

Those engines last forever!

[@carchap]

Yeah they’re great! Pretty easy to work on too.

[@erindennis5038]

Where could I get a new headliner 😢

[@carchap]

Might be worth trying AUTODOC, or maybe some breakers. Search Bora Breaking on Facebook