Faults:

Manual gearbox gone, changed to a new one. Engine leaking oil, power steering leaking, Gearbox leaking. Electrical problems sometimes the headlamp is functional sometimes it doesn't. Same thing for the rear lights though. None of the electrical lighting in the car works including the light at fascia panel. Mileage meter is also faulty.

General Comments:

As stated above, this car has been giving me many problems. However, despite all this I find myself strangely attracted to it simply because of its shape, unique design and the sheer pleasure of driving it.

Parts are quite cheap and aplenty if you buy used ones and if you know your way around the local junk shop.

The real turn off is actually the quality of the local dealers for this cars. Just because Saab cars are a rarity here they really take advantage of you when it comes to repair. As at to date none of the local mechanics be it Saab specialists or otherwise that had shown me a satisfactory job.

I am currently learning Do-it-yourself job on the car, but considering the lack of proper tools and space problem that I am facing right now. Some major repairs would still require me to go to the so called specialist. And I really hate that.

In conclusion, I love the car, but I hate the dealer.

Faults:

Transmission.

Brake calipers.

Master brake cylinder.

Air conditioning.

Water pump.

Water hoses.

Belts.

Fan switches.

Exhaust, muffler.

Horn.

Cruise control.

Wheel bearings.

O2 sensor.

Heat dial on dash.

Gas gauge.

Starter.

General Comments:

I loved this car.

It handled beautifully, it was designed with whimsy.

It got me around when the rest of the city was snowed in. It defrosted like magic.

It could turn on a dime.

It was comfortable for long trips.

It hauled anything I needed.

It NEVER left me on the side of the road. The car could drive for miles with parts which were falling into disrepair. (I drove on a broken wheel bearing for 2 years!) I will never forget that car.