1987 SAAB 900 Saloon review from UK and Ireland
"Cost me 600ukp total inc. above repairs. Super"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
One wheel bearing went but I simply got a secondhand hub and bolted it on for £15 at 150,000m.
Springs are starting to get spongey.
All dash lights don't work.
Slightly sticky electric window on driver's side.
As it stands today - it needs a new front exhaust pipe (which I can fit, it's like Mechano for £30) and a battery. That's it!
General comments?
Look at my last car. You would think it would be more economical to run.... NARR.
The engine in the SAAB has just broken in. Due to the tweedy jacket lecturer types who drive them and the safety/security aspect, insurance is low, nearly as low as the jeep. Small cars are a false economy (they break). The SAAB was in competition with BMW and MERC at the time and was engineered, not manufactured. I cannot believe I drive it. It looks showroom.
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Recommended Reviews:
  | A very reliable car which is capable and refined |
| Solid, basic, and properly engineered |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Bosch i Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 120000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 160000 miles |
| Previous car | Suzuki 410 Jeep |
| Date of Entry | 31st July, 2000 |