Date: Thu, 12 Sep 2002 10:36:40 +0100 From: "Lee Marshall" <leenopsamamenigma-it.com> Subject: Re: 9-5 Wagon?
Although I have never driven a 9-5 at altitude or on slippery roads, I would recommend that you probably stay away from Aero and stick to one of the LPT engines. The amount of lag and the sudden boost of power is no good on tight, low speed turns particularly if the road is covered with gravel or snow. Choosing an auto over manual would help though. If you are looking for AWD/4WD and like Subarus, have you though about the Impreza WRX Wagon? It may be a bit small for you but they are tough cars and could handle most things you could throw at it. One thing to remember is that if you use chains/cables etc and choose AWD, you should chain all four wheels to alleviate wear on the transmission. With FWD you only have to chain the fronts. Good luck! Lee 1997, 9000 Aero "rboater" <bwellsnopsamnet> wrote in message news:bwells-1109022327470001nopsamt48.tnt1.montrose.co.da.uu.net... > It's time for a new wagon. My '91 FWD Camry has 207k miles and has seen > better days. Before that I had an '82 FWD Subaru GL that I put 225k on. I > live in the mountains of Colorado and have gotten by with the FWD, but > there have been times when I've thought that the next car I own will have > to have AWD. But the Outbacks leave me cold. The four is underpowered, as > is the six with just a four speed auto. I drove the Audi Allroad, which > was really fun, but the price and the abysmal mileage eliminate that one. > I think the Saab is a great car, fun to drive, good cargo space, good > mileage, turbos seem to work well for the mountains (besides, I like > quirky); and it's at a great price right now. My only hesitation is the > FWD, and perhaps the clearance. Any thoughts from anyone who drives one in > the mountains, in the snow, lousy dirt roads, etc? Any helpful thoughts > will be appreciated. > > Thanks > > Bill --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.385 / Virus Database: 217 - Release Date: 04/09/2002
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