1987 SAAB 900 S review from North America
"Saabs are wonderful cars that will never leave a driver disappointed."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I had to have the engine replaced about one year after I purchased the vehicle due to a minor oil leak. The leak was not a fault of Saab, as the previous owners knew how to take care of a car, but not a Saab. The engine had been mistreated and just needed a little attention, even though "a little attention" cost me about $2500.
General comments?
This is the perfect first owner vehicle. I would highly recommend a Saab to anyone who is looking for a fun, quick, and responsive car. You need to be a little gear-minded at times, but the benefits are well worth every minute of time spent.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 16v Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 92000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 98000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 23rd January, 2002 |