Saab 9000 Hatchback 2.0 CSE EcoPower 5d (1993/K) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Much better value than BMW eqivalents.
Costs
Tyres expensive, servicing reasonable since I use an ex-franchise dealer with loads of experience. He charges much less than the plate-glass suited guys that Saabs are sold by these days.
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On the road
Driving
More than adequate handler. Brakes a little wooden in feel. ABS not wonderful. Blind spots from wide rear pillars.
Performance
Quick, fun car. Can embarrass some small sporty hatches.
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Living with it
Reliability
Mine's over 135k miles now, nothing major busted yet!
Image
Frequently complemented on car's handsome looks.
Comfort
Ventilation could be better, otherwise a real mile-eater. Delivers you relatively wrinkle-free after even hours at the wheel.
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Security and Service
Security
No immobiliser on mine, no attempts to steal so far so can hardly comment...
Service
One recall for corrosion of a circuit board that operates the airbag.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Water leaks.
Other
Air conditioning very unreliable and leaky.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No