Looking at V6 4-Motion Boras, couple of questions

[stabbsy]

So after the unfortunate demise of my old VR6 at the hand of the insurers I have found myself looking at a new car and the bora seems to be ticking most of the boxes, just have a couple of questions.

Looking at a fair few at different Km's having a hard time trying to track down kilometer mark for when the timing chains and clutch should have been changed

Also I am aware of the common problem with the door locks, is there anything else that is a fairly common problem I should be looking for?

[The One]

So after the unfortunate demise of my old VR6 at the hand of the insurers I have found myself looking at a new car and the bora seems to be ticking most of the boxes, just have a couple of questions.

Looking at a fair few at different Km's having a hard time trying to track down kilometer mark for when the timing chains and clutch should have been changed

Also I am aware of the common problem with the door locks, is there anything else that is a fairly common problem I should be looking for?

Coolant temp sensors, make the car do horrible things, I'm quite sure the factory one is green and the modded part they fit is black, or vicea versa, thats all I really know of other than the door locks.

Timing chains don't have a set interval, people just mostly change then if/when they get noisy or skip teeth etc (very rare).

Clutches no real defiant answer, depends how the cars been driven etc etc...

[gringo_54_oval]

If the idle is up and down.run!!!!!

could be expensive like exhuast sensors, Maf, coils.
If you drive it and do full lock turns both directions and you hear any weird noises from the back run fast!
good luck

[Wighty654]

If the idle is up and down.run!!!!!

could be expensive like exhuast sensors, Maf, coils.
If you drive it and do full lock turns both directions and you hear any weird noises from the back run fast!
good luck

These noises = $$$$$$$$$$$ and lots of it...
make sure you ask about haldex servicing. should be every 20-25 thou.

[popeclement]

The Haldex service also needs the filter changed not just fluid; other mechanical issues -the cooling fans (resistor failure) - can fix or replace completely; would recommend all engine cooling/vacuum pipes replaced; suspension wise the control arm bushes -these were too soft; baffles in the rear resonator box also an item that eventually will need replacing. Otherwise incl the above posts,no major issues - I am still enjoying mine after 12yrs.

[stabbsy]

Thanks for the help guys, all good advice. Off to look at some cars tomorrow, this should come in handy

[grtuned]

Someone was selling a mint bora not long ago in the cars for sale section the vehicle was in Brisbane. That's the kind of car you would be looking for if buying one.

[stabbsy]

Went and had a look, was a great car with a full VW dealer service history and the price was right so I jumped on it. Pretty happy to be a member of the 4 mo bora owners club!

[Golf-Sam]

Went and had a look, was a great car with a full VW dealer service history and the price was right so I jumped on it. Pretty happy to be a member of the 4 mo bora owners club!

awesome ! post up some pics !