Saab 9-5 Saloon 2.0t SE 4d (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Fantastic amount of equipment for the money, bought at 3 years old so great value, worst depreciation was done with.
Costs
Reasonable for a big car. 22 mpg in town, 33 out of town, always used a Saab specialist only £35+vat for servicing/repair and found them very decent and honest.
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On the road
Driving
Very smooth ride, dont feel bumps, a bit of roll on corners.
Performance
Brilliant on open road/motorway, very punchy, effortless overtaking. Ok in town.
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Living with it
Reliability
Direct ignition unit went within 1st week of owning, {ignition went dead, told was a problem on cars with irregular oil changes},£115, never let down after that, a water valve leaked 3 months ago,{minor problem} £75.
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I really liked it, sold to father in law couple of weeks ago and miss it.
Comfort
Unbeatable, drove 600 miles one day and could have done plenty more.
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Security and Service
Security
Was never touched.
Service
Wouldn't use saab dealers, ridiculous labour charges. Always used specialist who were great.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
As stated earlier.
Other
One little rattle on passengers side behind glove box, could never find it to silence it just put some music on.
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