Saab 900 Hatchback 1979-
  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Dealers ask premium prices.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not a cheap car to service and repair.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Clutch a little bit bit heavy, otherwise ok.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Can still release adrenalin after all those years.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    193,000 miles. Gearbox changed at 150,000 miles, otherwise ok.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I always wanted one.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Rather firm ride and now fairly noisey.

  • Security and Service

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Find a good specialist independent garage.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Turbo control system/APC/sensors.

    Other

    Precautionary new clutch at 193,000 miles.

    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