1990 SAAB 900 900i 16 valve review from Australia and New Zealand
"Bought car because wife liked it,it never fails to put a smile on my face when i drive it love it"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Head gasket replaced 192000 kms.
Auto transmission rebuilt 240000kms.
Head lining sagged, replaced
Replaced radiator, replaced thermostat and various steel pipes and housings in cooling system.
Replaced water pump (not for faint hearted)
Overflow tank in coolant system replaced
Oil pressure switch replaced (cause of major oil leak)
Fuel pump replaced.
General comments?
Over engineered, very strong car
Extremely comfortable car, good handling and brakes.
Controls well thought out.
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| 15 year old design that still gets it right |
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| A timeless classis with character to spare |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 1990 |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 1994 |
| Engine and transmission | 2 liter 16v Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
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| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 92000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 249000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Beetle |
| Date of Entry | 29th January, 2008 |