1985 SAAB 900 Reviews - Page 3 of 3

The 2nd and 3rd gear synchro-rings are gone. So the transmission grinds if I'm not careful. Also, reverse gear is broken so it kicks out of gear if I don't hold the stick down.

My turbocharger is failing, but that's my own stupid fault. I used a bad quality oil.

Anything else was general maintenance.

I've always wanted one of these, and now that I got one, it's one of the best cars I've driven.

It handles as good or better than any Honda I've driven, and it's very, very fast for a 4 cylinder. It'll keep up with any high-end luxury car on the highway.

I've got my 0-60mph down to about 8-8.5 seconds, on a wet road. And my turbo is failing, remind you.

It's very comfortable and roomy for a small car, and feels great on the road.

Left and right front bearings needed to be replaced at 172,000 miles.

Oil pump went out at 175,000 miles.

Brake pads, rotors, master cylinder, and fluids needed to be replaced after 171,000 miles.

Leather worn in back seat.

This car has proved to be an unexpected performer and although it needs work, it is still a good investment.

I don't suggest buying a car this old, but a later year of this model would be highly recommended. I think the reliability and performance of Saab's vehicles are remarkable and well worth the money.

The Handbrake Stuck, but it was due to the snow that froze it. No fault of the car.

Replaced the tiny little brake pads.

Routine maintenance. Really nothing out of the ordinary, but I have only owned the car for about 11,000 miles.

It pops out of first gear, I believe its the syncro, but I drive the car hard.

Little rust, but it is originally a New York car.

After owning a Saab, I have feelings for it, I seriously think I am in love with this car. It is odd, fast, has room for friends, and gets good gas mileage.

The 2 liter turbo is so much fun to put through the gears, when the turbo spools and the boost comes up, you are pulled back into the seat and a smile is on your face no matter how bad of a day you are having.

Handles like a sports car. Well, almost.

Has the cutest little brake pads. If you need to replace them, You will laugh if you are used to big GM pads.

Be warned. If you do buy a Saab, and I highly encourage it, you become addicted!

The A/C broke, but I am going to get that fixed. And right now one of my fog lights is out.

Other than that, nothing!

I love my SAAB! It is red with custom racing stripes down the hood, and tinted windows. It has a lightened fly-wheel. It isn't a turbo, but it sure goes fast!

The seats are a bit worn, but other than that the car has been fine.

It wasn't cared for by its previous owner, and so far I have:

Replaced brakes (all 4 wheels).

Replaced the headliner.

Done a bunch of body work to remove dings and minor rust.

Put a new stereo in.

Fixed the power antenna.

Converted the air conditioner to R134a refrigerant and repaired the power windows and sunroof (wiring problem, they're related).

This car has some serious power, and some serious handling.

The car is unusual looking, and many people laugh at it, my girlfriend even referred to it as my "inverted bathtub on fancy wheels".

I would not hesitate to buy a new Saab product, in fact, my stepfather has a brand new 9-3 (successor to the 900) and it's a wonderful car too.

Dealer service and support is incredible.