1990 SAAB 9000 T review from North America
"Fast, fun ride on four wheels"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Trim piece on the roof loses paint quickly.
Climate control isn't at all sensitive to the inside temperature of the car.
Headliner came unglued from the roof.
Roof paint is oxidizing.
Positive battery cable failed.
Rear seat-belt receiver came apart.
But then the car is 11 years old with almost 200,000 miles on it. I'm still happy with the car even with the problems described here.
General comments?
Great mileage.
Great acceleration, 1st gear thru 5th, though I would like a 6th gear for highway cruising.
Great handling.
Great room with the seats down or not (hatchback).
I previously owned a 1985 turbo model and was very, very happy with it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 1990 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 192000 miles |
| Previous car | SAAB 9000 |
| Date of Entry | 8th August, 2001 |