1985 SAAB 900 4 Door saloon. review from North America
"A fast, very unique little car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The 2nd and 3rd gear synchro-rings are gone. So the transmission grinds if I'm not careful. Also, reverse gear is broken so it kicks out of gear if I don't hold the stick down.
My turbocharger is failing, but that's my own stupid fault. I used a bad quality oil.
Anything else was general maintenance.
General comments?
I've always wanted one of these, and now that I got one, it's one of the best cars I've driven.
It handles as good or better than any Honda I've driven, and it's very, very fast for a 4 cylinder. It'll keep up with any high-end luxury car on the highway.
I've got my 0-60mph down to about 8-8.5 seconds, on a wet road. And my turbo is failing, remind you.
It's very comfortable and roomy for a small car, and feels great on the road.
Recommended Reviews:
  | 1985 - 900 4 cylinder 8v non-turbo This is the greatest car I have ever owned |
| Reliable and bulletproof if maintained |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0L Turbocharger, intercooled 4 cylinder. Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 179000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 182000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Subaru Loyale |
| Date of Entry | 27th November, 2003 |