1993 SAAB 900 900i Convertible review from Australia and New Zealand
"A very recommendable stylish convertibe"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Head light globe died.
Battery died due to leaving on the interior room lamp overnight (my fault)
Engine gasket is supposed to be needing replacement. But no leaks so far.
General comments?
Some repairers dislike the car. Some are unreliable. The dealer has the diagnostic machines, but are expensive.
Replaced the roof, but am needing to replace it again as it got broken into. The replacement cost 1600 dollars. However, it will last 10 years and or 150,000km.
The interior plastics are weak to the punishing Aussie sun. Glove compartment panel is bent. Louvre on the air-con ducts are damaged. The plastic cover surrounding the shift lever is cracked.
Shift lever connection is a bit ambiguous.
Engine very sound and still going strong. The electric roof action is very smooth. A good fun car. The ride is good, handling and acceleration is good. I love the square design and the low engine sound.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1993 |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.1 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 155000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 165000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mitsubishi Pajero |
| Date of Entry | 9th January, 2005 |