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#49 of 131 98' 900 SE 5-door by bostnwhalr Jan 24, 1999 (1:32 pm)
I'm contemplating a 98' 900 SE 5-door for $19,900 with 19k miles. Seems very cheap to me. Is reliability on later 900's versus 1993 models better? And yes, I have a great independant mechanic that works on every imported car including Jags (now there is an expensive car to fix). Or do I need a mechanic that only works on Saabs?
#50 of 131 bostnwhalr: by goldberger Jan 29, 1999 (5:53 pm)
1993 was the last year for the Classic 900, except the convertible which carried a 1994 model designation from about January '93 on, until the new generation 900 convertible was ready. Most of the reliability problems with the new generation 900 were addressed by '96, and the '98 model includes such benefits as better seats and a hydraulic clutch. Absent are the improved front suspension and reinforced body upgrades, along with the "safe seat" and data-bus engine and chassis electronics. But, the 900 is still a blast to drive, and for $20,000 it's a pretty attractive proposition. The 9-3 5-door base version goes for the mid '20's, and lacks the leather trim, sunroof, automatic climate control, and bass speakers in the front door. The 9-3 "SE" is above $30,000, so your saving is substantial. Any half-way competent import service mechanic in New England (I'm guessing here, Mr. Boston Whaler ) had better be up on Saabs, but this car still has 3 years/40,000 miles of warranty left, so your dealer will be your first stop for problems. The only possible warning flags: if this car is an automatic, check to see if it was a rental car, and if it is a 5-speed, check to see if it was one of the "company cars" used at the 50th anniversary Track Sessions. And of course, check the history to see if it is a reassembled salvage car.
#51 of 131 rfellman by rfellman Jan 29, 1999 (10:07 pm)
Given the mileage and the year end close out deals on the 98s ($2500 to $3500 as I recall), the price seems reasonable.
#52 of 131 SAAB Lemon by jimrearden Feb 02, 1999 (8:03 pm)
I found the '97 900 to be a total lemon of a car.
#53 of 131 carlady by mzn Feb 02, 1999 (10:15 pm)
Yours in particular, jimrearden, or the model year in general? carlady/host
#54 of 131 jimreardon by rfellman Feb 02, 1999 (10:20 pm)
What do you mean by total lemon? Did you not have the benefit of the manufacturer's warranty? Did your car suffer from systemic brakdowns? Was the Saab USA service unacceptable? Did you have engine, suspension, build quality, and transmission problems? Obviously, you have had an undesirable ownership experience, but how can any of us repsond to a general blanket indictment of the 97 Saab 900? Are you so angry that you remain incapable of articulating the basis for your anger and resentment? Please fill us in.
#55 of 131 SAAB is Broken again by jimrearden Mar 09, 1999 (7:48 pm)
My SAAB was in the shop again!!!! Although this repair, an ignition switch, was under warranty, I still think It is a terrible car. I can't rely on it at all. I feel as though I am driving a 12 year old car with problems instead of a brand new one. It only has 28k miles and is just over 2 years old.
#57 of 131 manj by manj May 04, 2000 (1:06 am)
hello i need help on deciding about this saab 900se year 1995. it has 63,000 miles and i am tying to get a response from anyone who has had one, what kind of gas mileage did it get, troubleshooting, maintenance, anything. believe it or not, I need to decide between this car and an SUV. The reason is i live near new york city and parking is a problem. I just loved this car's look and thought it might be more affordable and easier to have in city. the cost is 12,900. Thank you
#58 of 131 MANJ by sashjo May 06, 2000 (5:42 am)
Sounds like a good deal. I'm selling my 94 900 SE for the same amount. It has the same amount of miles.