1996 SAAB 900 SE review from UK and Ireland
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Seat belt pre-tensioner failed causing failure of driver air bag (off road 3 days).
Fog lamp bulb blew, can only be changed by dismantling front trim.
Cabin fan would intermittently stop (automatic climate control), which was fixed.
Now cabin fan runs out of control, like driving in middle of a tornado. Car currently off the road for one week waiting to get fixed.
General comments?
Blistering acceleration from turbo blown two litre, but niggling faults spoil it. I've had more faults in two years with this car than in the last twenty years with Japanese cars. (Moral there?)
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| Engine and transmission | 2.0 turbo |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Date of Entry | 3rd February, 1998 |