1990 SAAB 9000 T review from North America
"A fun to drive high mileage lover"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I replaced the alternator and overhead valve cover gasket and fuel pump. I have never have owned a 9000, 99 or 900 model that did not have fuel pump failure at some point and it cost about $600 to fix. valve cover gasket causes a lot of leaks in these cars and it took me about 20 minutes and $26 to fix it. Alternator was about $200 and would be easy, but located through the passenger side wheel well.
General comments?
Great car even with tons of miles on it. I spent a little on it, but it drove like a dream. Light pressure turbo model would get up and go. Good gas mileage.
Recommended reviews
| 1990 - 9000 9000S 2.3 non-turbo A European road car that fits me like a glove and is not just an autobox |
|
| One of the most perfect and versatile automotive designs ever |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | turbo Light Pressure Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 250000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 275000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Scirocco |
| Date of Entry | 19th June, 2002 |