2000 SAAB 9-3 SE review from North America
"Nice car, poor design of oil system"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Oil Sludge identified at 33K. Engine failure at 57K due to oil sludge.
General comments?
Engine oil screen was cleaned and I was instructed to change oil at manufacturers intervals. Changed oil 8 times within 30,000 miles and replaced oil pump. Engine again diagnosed with serious damage from oil sludge. Saab offer is to pay for 50% of cost for a new engine and will not contribute to use a rebuilt engine.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2000 |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 turbo Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 27000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 57000 miles |
| Previous car | SAAB 9000 |
| Date of Entry | 6th January, 2007 |