1996 SAAB 9000 CSE review from North America
"A pleasure to own and drive, my favorite car on the road"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Power seat failure, crankshaft pulley, ECS computer, direct ignition system, head gasket, and a few bulbs, switches etc.
General comments?
I fell in love with the 9000 when I drove a friends 9000 Aero. So I had to get one for myself before they were all gone!! The car has been wonderful. It's the kind of vehicle that is rewarding to the driver. The best decision I made was to purchase a 3yr 36000 mile bumper to bumper warranty on this car, it has easily paid for itself. I just am not sure if I will keep the car once the warranty is up. SAABs are extreeeeeeeemmmlyy expensive to operate. It's not as much the sticker price, as it is the intangible costs, especially the service interval$$$. If you are looking for a excellent automobile, one that you will never mistake for anything else you have driven, then a SAAB may be the perfect car for you.. but you must be prepared to maintain this highly sensitive automobile.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 51000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 79000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Corolla |
| Date of Entry | 16th June, 2000 |