a single data point. I don't think TCS is an option for the CSE but check if it has one. I have a TCS equipped Aero and I haven't had any problem with it and it does work considering 8-).

I can't comment on the suspension being soft as I found the Aero suspension too hard for my taste. Yes, Saab softened the 9K suspension a bit in later models but not overly so. I used to have a 1992 9K and its suspension was as hard as my 9K Aero.

Ari's post points to the major problem areas and Ari *KNOWS* the 9K inside and out 8-). My take on the suspension clunk (if from the front) is probably the lower control arm bushings. It maybe as simple as tightening the subframe bolts. The shocks in 9Ks last a very long time.

There are other minor things, such as antenna mast, washer fluid bottle leak, leaky washer check valves, headlight wipers, rear wiper washer, instrument dimmer switch, burnt light bulbs and little electrical things here and there.

The clutch in the 9K is relatively heavy. I also had the clutch hose replaced, I believe it was a hose defect for many 5-sp 1995 9Ks.

Check the serpentine belts, tensioner and pulleys (including the main crank shaft pulley), make sure they are in good shape and have been replaced at least once before. The belt and pulleys last about 60K miles or so and the main pulley probably is on its way out at 100K if it hasn't been changed.

Get a good Saab mechanic and give the car a once over. If you are handy, you can do a lot of the little things yourself and farm out the big ones to an independent.

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• Used 1995 CSE advice, Rupert, Wed, 15 Sep 2004 00:54:51
  • How do I check timing chain?, Rupert, Wed, 15 Sep 2004 08:45:43
    • Re: How do I check timing chain?, Ari , Wed, 15 Sep 2004 10:54:51
      • Less of a concern in these later engines...., David Ingram, Wed, 15 Sep 2004 11:15:27
      • Re: How do I check timing chain?, Rupert, Wed, 15 Sep 2004 11:13:29
        • Don't bother with top engine mount..., David Ingram, Wed, 15 Sep 2004 11:20:02
          • Not in complete agreement, Ari , Wed, 15 Sep 2004 13:32:46
            • Nor me (I?), Bill Davies, Wed, 15 Sep 2004 15:29:18
              • Re: Nor me (I?), David Ingram, Wed, 15 Sep 2004 16:17:14
  • I have a 1995 9000 5-sp, so that would give you...., TKC, Wed, 15 Sep 2004 06:51:02 <-- Viewing This Message
  • Re: Used 1995 CSE advice, SteveS, Wed, 15 Sep 2004 06:17:23
  • Re: Used 1995 CSE advice, Ari , Wed, 15 Sep 2004 05:29:37
    • Re: Used 1995 CSE advice, Rupert, Wed, 15 Sep 2004 05:53:26
  • Re: Used 1995 CSE advice, Paul Broeckx, Wed, 15 Sep 2004 02:04:26
  • Re: Used 1995 CSE advice, Bill Davies, Wed, 15 Sep 2004 01:59:28
    • Dont worry-------------be happy, SHAYSAAB, Thu, 16 Sep 2004 18:19:39
      • Re: Dont worry-------------be happy, Rupert, Thu, 23 Sep 2004 08:46:38

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