Saab 9000 Hatchback 2.3 Turbo 16 CSE 5d (1996/N) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
It's a minter and has lost minimal value in 24 months.
Costs
The "DI" cassette failed at 96K miles. £232.00 - ouch!
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On the road
Driving
Straight line acceleration great. Cornering not so great.
Performance
7.5 secs for 0 - 60 mph is ok by me. Many ECU upgrades available. Maptun are the best.
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Living with it
Reliability
I would have scored 5, except for the DI Cassette problem. Otherwise excellent.
Image
Built like a tank. Surely Saab's best car ever. Quirky. A good "Alternative" car for someone who doesn't want to go down the German route.
Comfort
Saab leather seats really are gorgeous. Full climate control too.
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Security and Service
Security
Saab immobiliser is a nightmare prospect for thieves.
Service
Use a Saab specialist. They use all the same parts. The dealers make the prices up as they go along.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Solid as a rock. Capable of 250K.
Other
My only problem is what to replace it with - I don't like the 9-3's or 9-5's since they both seem to be Vauxhall derivatives. I'll probably get a 9000 Aero.
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