vw bora altenator

[tosh100]

got a quote of €280 for replacement and fitting of new altenator on a 99 bora tdi - is this reasonable?

 

[celsius]

Why not try an auto electrician for a refurbished unit or repair of your existing one . I would stay away from the main dealers.

 

[mayoman2]

fyi:I have a Mazda 323 and was quote 1000 for a new alternator. I got it refurbished for 50 quid!!

 

[jgh_0]

Try the golden pages.. Car dismantlers.. You will pick one up second hand very reasonably... Just need to get it fitted or fit it yourself.

 

[Guest125]

Getting your own repaired is the best bet,most repairers give a warranty(ask first!!) at least you know what you have under the bonnet when it's repaired.A car dismantlers alternator could be on it's last legs(warranty unheard of)I've been there&done that!

 

[Frank]

The reconditioning of the old one is probably the best bet. There are probably a few variants at least you know once repaired the original will definitely fit back in.

I know the altenator on my passat tdi is rght at the top front of the engine, could be a handy enough DIY job to remove and replace.