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Date: Fri, 05 Feb 1999 16:58:01 -0500
From: "Trollhattan Auto Parts, Inc." <bobnopsamrtroll.com>
Subject: Re: Newbie shopping for 9000
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Hello...
Mark wrote:
> I recently became interested in the lines of the late 80's/early 90's 9000. I
> have been doing some research on the car, and I think I would like to start
> shopping. A few questions if anyone out there can answer them:
>
> 1. To turbo or not to turbo? I'm familiar with other turbos (Audi etc.) and
> their problems. Is there a common thread with the 9000t for turbo failure? Is
> there a specific item for Saab like the HKS turbo timer that will allow proper
> cooldown? If replacement is necessary, who is reputable for
> Used/Aftermarket/rebuilt parts?
Well once you drive a Turbo Saab it will be hard to go to a Saab without one.
I am not saying that the non-turbo's are inferior, however, they obviously lack
the power of their turbo counterparts. With an "S" model there is little
difference
from a Turbo other than the power. It will give you all of the other goodies,
Power,
Air, Cruse, Alloy Wheels, etc...
As far as the turbo life you should expect to get between 150K-250K out of the
turbo itself, and cartridges can be had for as little as $ 379.00 through
Trollhattan...
>
>
> 2. Any recurring problems requiring servicing/parts replacement. I have heard
> that power steering racks and alternators cause problems on Saabs, any truth to
> it?
Yes this is true, as well as, wheel hubs and timing chains, all are repairable,
with readily available parts and repair manuals...
>
>
> 3.Mileage. How long can a Saab go with reasonably regular maintenance? I've
> seen 9000S here in PA with an average of 120-140K on them. Are they good for
> more or are people dumping them at this mileage before the big problems start?
> Realize I'm used to getting at least 200k out of a Honda or Audi, so maybe I'm
> a bit expectant. I do know Volvos can go forever, so.....Any Saab stories?
> (bad pun I'm sure you've all heard)
We have several customers with Saab's well over 250K. I have 2 900's of my own
with close to 300K on each. Your concerns should be the transmissions either
automatic or manual if they have more than 150K and have not already been replaced.
another option would be to buy a 9000 in need of a transmission cheep $ 1000 - $
2500
and replace the transmission. We have several sources for transmissions...
>
>
> 4.If you could ask a seller five questions, what would they be???
1. Why selling?
2. Has transmission been replaced?
3. If so rebuilt by who, or used?
4. Has she been in an accident?
5. Can I have my mechanic look her over before I purchase?
If no Walk Away, unless it a give away, oe parts car...
>
>
> Sorry if this is a little too wordy, but I'm trying to get as much feedback as
> possible. I'm calling on a 9000 tomorrow that seems like a killer deal, but I
> don't want to get screwed either. Any information will help.
>
> Thanks in advance,
> MB
No Problem...
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