Saab 9000 Hatchback 2.3 Turbo 16 CSE 5d (1996/N) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Picked up this minter for £3800 from Saab Specialist, Autumn '03 - bargain!
Costs
DI Cassette failed - £235. Ouch! Otherwise, just wear & tear.
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On the road
Driving
Not great at cornering, but very pleasant and peaceful in the cabin.
Performance
Quite rapid - always gives BMW owners a nasty surprise. Plus ECU upgrades are available for this model at around £500 for a 50bhp boost!
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Living with it
Reliability
Would have been 4 stars, but the DI cassette problem cost it a star.
Image
Depends on your PoV. - My works' car-park has nearly a thousand car spaces - all Fords, Rovers and BM's - yawn. But there's hardly any "Real" Saabs!
Comfort
Of course I wish I had Aero seats, but hey, the "Ordinary" leather seats are still wonderful.
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Security and Service
Security
Never had a problem. Not top of the "Chav's" shopping list, unlike BMW 3 series. Yes, you've guessed it, I hate Beamers.
Service
I use APL Saab in Kirkham, Lancashire - a Saab Specialist, a much better option than a "Dick Turpin" Saab Dealer.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None, apart from the DI cassette.
Other
A buzzing A/ C fan bearing cost me £60.
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