1992 SAAB 9000 Turbo review from North America
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Repaired faulty traction control system check valves, 79k miles. Replaced rear brake rotors/pads, 81k miles. Repaired/recharged A/C system due to leak in hoses, 83k miles. Rebuilt clutch, 84.9k miles.
Most of the recent repairs are indicative more of age and mileage than poor workmanship/design. Other than that, the car's been pretty much bulletproof, though the starter may soon need replacement. The electrical system can be a bit dodgy, though...
General comments?
It's fast as hell (both the dealer who sold it to me and my current mechanic say it's the quickest 9000T they've ever driven...), looks sharp and handles like it's on rails. I used to think I needed a 9000 Aero. Now I think I'll wait a little longer...
I firmly believe that this car represents the perfect balance between performance and practicality. More so than anything else I've seen on the road, it's truly a stealth sports car. Very few sedans are going to blow my doors in, and I can stick with many a pure sports car, when I so desire.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1992 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 Turbo |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Date of Entry | 2nd August, 1998 |