Saab 9-5 Estate 1999-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cheaper and better-specced than the equivalent German.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    68K service is eye-watering, but discs and pads are Vauxhall.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Excellent ergonomics, well chosen ratios, great cruiser.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Stonking.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Snapped a driveshaft when accelerating out of a car park whist turning. Don't give it full welly when you have a good degree of steering lock on.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I like it, so that's all that matters. Best looking estate out there if you ask me.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very comfy heated seats and air con.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Had to replace duff siren, but touch wood, nothing else to worry about.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Car is usually washed and had a few items sorted free, even though now out of many warraty.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None

    Other

    Snapped driveshaft, screen washer pump.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes