1987 SAAB 9000 GLE review from Australia and New Zealand
"Next time I tool around with Saabs, I'll buy a 9000 Turbo with a manual transmission"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Auto transmission failed.
O2 sensor failed.
Starter motor failing.
Engine mounts soft.
Rear disc brake warped.
General comments?
The good:
Very comfortable.
Styling oozes of class, and is a refreshing change from the cliched BMW or Mercedes look.
Has a major feeling of safety to it.
Will not rust (at least, not in Australia).
Excellent handling.
The engine itself is smooth and reliable.
The bad:
Drinks like an Engineering Student.
Irritating little things kept breaking on it (O2 sensor, starter motor etc).
Irritating big things kept on breaking on it (transmission etc).
Quite expensive to keep running.
Is quite a heavy car, and really needs a turbo to make it fun.
The ugly:
People have mistaken it for a Renault.
Saabs are very, very addictive.
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| If you like comfort and speed, the 9000 Turbo is for you |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 147000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 163000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Honda HR-V |
| Date of Entry | 20th December, 2001 |