Other Saab 9-5 (1997 - 2005) models:

  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I like luxury without being flash

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Practical family car - one said it was like something his Grandad would drive!

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No but only because next time I want 7 seats for my kids

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Discovery

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £12,000

    When did you buy the car?

    July 2004

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Fair deal, fairly negotiated.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Similar spec to BMW 5 series at 2/3 of the price

    What was the dealer like?

    Good professional and no naff car salesmen

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Quick and responsive but traction in the rain is sometimes a problem.

    What's it like to park?

    It's long so not always easy

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Only normal wear and tear and a single problem with display panel which was easily replaced.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Huge boot and leather seats - wipeable

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Leather seats