Saab 9-5 Saloon 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Residuals stink.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Would mark higher if residuals better.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Great in town or motorway.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Certainly not a jet fighter, but it'll do!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Been told I'm unluckcy with this one!

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not considered when bought.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Fantastic.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not tested.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Main dealer pricey, but good quality work and customer service, tried cheaper alternatives and quality was an issue.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Only done 38,000 miles. Needed timing chain, new breather mod and front wheel bearing at cost of over £2k. Not happy, Saab only offering £385 towards repair.

    Other

    Ashtray broken, although hardly used as non-smoker; £96 to fix!

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes