1994 Saab 900

Saab's Big Hit

By TheGoyWonder on Saturday, March 09, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 196,000

Pros: "Durability, longevity, styling, comfort"

Cons: "Specialty shop bills, aftermarket support sketchy"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 8

"The mid 90's were the golden age of automobiles, as at the same time certain technologies became mature and perfected, body styling was radically freshened, and widespread cost-cutting not yet in effect. This Saab is a great example, with an enduring beauty to the body, a bulletproof I4, and excellent seats/cabin. Reliability is not bad. I'll speak from experience and avoid generalizations. My breakdowns are just a fuel pump (my fault, neglected filter) and clutch cable failure (known issue, carry a spare. 8 years on mine now, maybe problem is fixed). ORIGINAL water pump, alternator, and timing chain - you save much money because you don't need these often-prescribed preemptive maintenence jobs! Other facts: 32 MPG total for me. Huge trunk, wagon-like load bay. Paint never faded under Carolina sun! MPG computer actually correct, and speedo dead accurate! I understand these cars sell very cheaply now...gotta say it's a fantastic value if you snag a good one. You can try general mechanics if you can convince them to take it on, it's just a basic 4cyl, 5sp, OBD1, FWD sedan when it comes down to it."

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Great car!

By Meyer2cs on Sunday, March 03, 2013

I owned and sold this car - My approximate mileage is 155,000

Pros: "Fast reliable fun"

Cons: "No cup holders. Top broke"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"That car was fast reliable and turned many heads. The parts (I replaced a serpentine belt and brake pads) weren't too bad in price. It never left me stranded. It is still on the road today. I sold it because the top broke. A common thing for these cars I hear. The dealers charge OUTRAGEOUS prices for anything. Don't go there unless you have to. Putting a better stereo in was a head ache but the speakers were nice. Plenty of trunk space. No cupholders. Had strange electrical problems sometimes. The display was great with mpg and dte functions. I loved the car and would recommend to anyone."

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Constant Repairs and Expensive

By TJ89 (PA) on Monday, October 22, 2012

I owned and sold this car
Reason: Constant Repairs - My approximate mileage is 95,000

Pros: "Comfort, Leather, Sunroof"

Cons: "Power Steering issues, Belts, falls apart in wreck"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 1

"I bought this car Used at 80,000 Miles everything seemed fine. It was extremely comfortable very nice sunroof leather seats the whole 9yds. Then it came time to get an oil change $60 every mechanic charged. Ok fine no big deal. Then the serpentine belt went out, got it replaced then a week later falls off. Go to another mechanic it breaks. Then the belts are all fine and dandy. 2 weeks later power steering leak and pouring out. Got it fixed and happened again within the next month. Each belt was $180. Then the power steering pump replacement was $600, and going through 4 power steering pumps = $2,400 and 3 serpentine belts = $540. Car while driving was very shaky, however had good acceleration. Then after about 3 months of no issues the car gets hit. No air bags deployed, and the entire passenger side doors were shoved in all done by a Toyota Camry. Both feeble cars hitting one another yet the Toyota suffered a fender and that was all. This car was horrid, if you buy this car you clearly have money to throw away I sure don't."

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STOPPED AT A GARAGE SALE

By bigbruce (FL) on Sunday, May 20, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 82,000

Pros: "GREAT PRICE, LOOKS, DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION"

Cons: "REPARIS ARE COSTLY"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"KILLING SOME TIME ON A SATURDAY I STOPPED AT A GARAGE SALE IN A REAL HIGH END AREA. SITTING OFF TO THE SIDE WAS THIS CONVERTIBLE SAAB IN REALLY NICE CONDITION. NEW ROOF, ONLY REAL WEAR IS SOME FADING, DRIVERS SEAT, AND THAT IS IT COSMETICALLY. DRIVES REAL SWEET, SHIFTS SMOOTH, CLUTCH IS EASY. THE ROOF FOLDS EFFORTLESSLY. GUY BOUGHT IT NEW IN 98. HAS BEEN A THIRD CAR FOR THREE YEARS NOW. WAS HIS DRIVER DOING INTERNSHIP. HE IS A DR. HAS ALL RECORDS, CAR IS NICE NICE NICE. FIVE GRAND OUT THE DOOR. 185 HP, 5 SPD, COUPE, FUN CAR TO DRIVE."

1 person out of 4 found this review helpful

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Been a Great Car, Just bought another Saab

By PJ (CA) on Monday, May 07, 2012

I owned and sold this car
Reason: Upgraded to a newer model - My approximate mileage is 180,000

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"Really been a great car for me with minimal repairs or 8 years. Just bought a newer model liked the last one so much. Affordable Luxury !"

2 people out of 2 found this review helpful

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good auto

By low down (TX) on Monday, March 19, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 94,000

Pros: "built good"

Cons: "5- speed shift troubles"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 8

"this is my six saab..... good performance, stearring and handaling. bads,,,antena,air,and dome switch."

3 people out of 3 found this review helpful

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