1994 SAAB 900 SE Convertible review from UK and Ireland
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Failed gear box; recalled for faults with electric hood; "sticky" electric wing mirrors; deadlocking seized; oil leak; water leak.
General comments?
Before the 900 I ran a 9000. Build quality was better (though the 2.0 litre engine was woefully inadequate).
The 900 has a very poor 1st gear ratio. As soon as you start you have to almost instantly change into 2nd.
After the recall the electric roof works fine.
The standard of servicing has dropped off since Saab sold off their own garages to independents. Saab garages now have to get almost every part delivered directly from Sweden (seriously!). Apparently it's cheaper. Problem is if delivery is delayed, or they send the wrong part (as they did to me recently), the car stays off the road.
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| If I buy another car it will be a pre 1993 SAAB 900 |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Turbo petrol |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Date of Entry | 12th January, 1998 |