1998 SAAB 900 SE Turbo Convertible review from North America
"Fun to drive, but very pricey to fix. Constant problems lead to an uncertain future with the car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
At 88,000 the tensioner pulley went and I had to get new belts and pulleys for around $675.
Replaced antenna mast and drive motor for $250.
Motor for the tonneau cover does not work and must be raised by had; estimated cost at $900 to repair. The top does go down fine except for the tonneau raising.
My biggest gripe is the constant stalling of the vehicle; to try to remedy this I have done the following.
PCV and throttle body cleaning-$224
Throttle Cable and Fuel Filter-$315
IAC-$600.
...and the car still stalls...
General comments?
The car is very quick and fun to drive. It's great to open up on the interstate or on back country roads.
Very solid handling, 100mph for this car is nothing.
Easy to use interior with great features.
Nice to drive something that not many others have.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 turbo Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 84000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 95000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Lumina |
| Date of Entry | 3rd February, 2008 |