2001 SAAB 9-5 Turbo SE review from North America
"A fabulous drive when it runs"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Catalytic converter replaced.
Timing belt replaced.
Windows come out of frames, can't roll them up/down.
Headlights every few months.
Brake or tail lights every few months.
Ignition.
Front seat frame broken.
Digital screen for radio/temperature/time etc; can't read messages.
There is very little that has not gone wrong with this car. I paid it off in the first year, but have been paying a fortune to maintain it ever since.
General comments?
Do not buy one!!!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | V6 turbo Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 0 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 3500 miles |
| Most recent distance | 111000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Solara |
| Date of Entry | 24th June, 2009 |