Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  Saab safety first... reliability last - 1996 Saab 900
  By oralmeddoc - December 2 - 2:00 am

  There were minor problems with the car after purchase. Major problems for the life of the car. I can rely on the fact that if the car is brought in for repair, that the car will not be repaired properly. I am aghast at the amount of repairs and high cost of repairs. In the final analysis, the car is heavy, safe, handles well. Unfortunately, the car did not live up to expectations as far as reliability and service.

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  Dont buy one! - 1996 Saab 900
  By tillerysl - November 12 - 2:00 am

  Just wanted to put this out there for anyone thinking of getting a 96 900S. Ive had SO many problems with mine. I bought it used less than 2 years ago, with about 96k miles. Since then, I have poured money into keeping it running. This car averages breaking about every month, more recently every 2 weeks. There are so many mysterious warning lights that illuminate all the time. My first car was an 85 900 Turbo, and I didnt have half the problems I had with the 96. They were obviously MUCH better made before the GM buyout. Buyer BEWARE!!

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  Nice! - 1996 Saab 900
  By grudolf - November 6 - 2:00 am

  This car handles wonderfully. We purcased the non-turbo 900s to hopefully provide increased reliability. So far have been very pleased. The car has a few annoying rattles coming from the dash but that is the only complaint as far as build quality. Love the fact that it is a safe car, with excellent hauling capabilities. The car is stable and quiet at 85 mph, but the ride is a bit rough at around-town speeds. Overall we are extremely pleased with this cars blend of fun, comfort, and practicality.

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  900 se convertible trip - 1996 Saab 900
  By bundies - May 8 - 10:46 am

  I purchased my 1996 conv. in Divide Colorado to travel home. This was our 4th Saab. We drove south threw New Mexico, Texas,Louisiana, Arkansas, Mo. Ky. Va. And Pa. to Delaware. At times I cruised at 95-100 mph in 100 degree weather. The stability and handling at speed is better then my 2004 9-5. weve owned since new. Total repairs on the trip was 1 instrument light reostat in Sante Fe. since returning home Ive replaced 1 Coil pack and the top has quit working. This is a great car for 1 or 2 people doing long distance touring. My daughter hit a concrete barrier at 70 after being run off the road in our 99 9-5. I will only trust my daughter to a Saab. Great cars with personality.

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  All around great car - 1996 Saab 900
  By mxracn746 - April 11 - 4:41 pm

  Have owned our 96 900S for about a year. Its a good reliable car. Has 143,000 mi on it. The only thing we had to do was rebuild the ditributor because the camshaft sensor went bad in it. The secondary air vacuum system keeps poping up a code in the computer of a partially blocked system, which I know its just water and I need to just take a shop vac and suck it out. I just clear the code from the computer every now and then. Other than that, Ive had absolutly no problems. we take it on 200~300 mile trips about once a month without hessitation.

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  good car - 1996 Saab 900
  By scott Graber - March 8 - 11:06 pm

  Very pleased with vehicle. I bought it with 98,000 miles. Ive since put 35,000 of my own on it with only a few minor and one moderate repair(s). I do much of the work myself and find it pretty easy to deal with.

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  Saab SE TURBO - 1996 Saab 900
  By cptmcf - December 12 - 10:00 am

  I have a boxster and saab conv turbo...the saab is a great car, I have had no problems with it, like any car it needs to be properly maintained and driven responsibly, If you do that this car will last. I will probably trade both cars in on a new 911 next year.

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  keep looking - 1996 Saab 900
  By stuie445 - November 19 - 10:00 am

  too much torque steer makes this car no fun to drive

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  Best little car around! - 1996 Saab 900
  By Susannah - November 16 - 10:00 pm

  I needed a car that was safe, reliable, and fun. I am very pleased to say that the Saab SE Turbo fits all those catagories. It is quite reliable (and it has 75,000 miles). It always performs flawlessly. It is REALLY fun to drive (without busting your wallet in gas money)! Put the top down, find a nice back road, and prepare to have mucho fun! Luckily I havent tested its safety but I have no doubt that, due to how its performance so far, it would keep me safe in the event of an accident. I highly recommend this car!

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  Its O.K. - 1996 Saab 900
  By Joe I. - September 12 - 10:00 am

  Owned since 1998, Ive had the LCD display and the radio head replaced once. Also, the heated seats have quit working. The biggest expense so far has been replacing the spark plug wires(about $300, yes $300) and another $450 for labor and the valve gasket that allowed oil to seep and damage the wires. Also, parts are OUTRAGEOUSLY priced, up there with BMW and Mercedes. The ride and handling are good and the car is generally fun to drive, and overall I like the car. However, if you are contemplating buying one of these, remember this is not a low-maintenance vehicle. Fortunately, as a used car theyre generally (initially) cheap.