Saab 9000 Saloon 1988-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good value for money, but wait until bills come in.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    The simplest things were scandalously expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Combination of big turbo and auto makes you concentrate if in hurry!

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Better than I expected, 35 mpg easy on long run.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Basically reliable, toys broke (climate control, central locking, heated seats).

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    The thinking person's motor.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    You can't argue.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Above average for that era.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Felt let down every time I saw a bill with Saab on it!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Solid, no apparent wear after 120k using synthetic oil.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes