The VOLKSWAGEN BORA (1999-05) is a compact family car, sold in the UK as a four-door saloon alongside the closely related Golf hatchback. It offered a more traditional boot and a grown-up feel, making it an alternative to popular small family cars such as the Ford Focus and Vauxhall Astra. Mycarcheck.com records 6,707 look-ups covering 3,429 different VINs, giving a useful sample of interest in surviving cars. Its average private-sale valuation is £1,100, while the average recorded mileage is 141,000 miles; annual mileage averages 7,000. Cars in this age group may have varied histories, so check each example carefully. The Bora suits commuters, couples and families seeking comfortable transport. Its boot handles luggage, while understated styling and Volkswagen controls give it a straightforward feel. Compared with a Golf, the saloon looks more formal and has a boot. A VOLKSWAGEN BORA (1999-05) can appeal, but condition matters at age.