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Another lesson to be learned... Posted by Clay McNeely [Email]  (#497)  [Profile/Gallery]
(more from Clay McNeely) on Fri, 3 Dec 2004 13:11:37
In Reply to: Turn DOWN the boost? Am I crazy?, Paul-MD, Fri, 3 Dec 2004 12:29:05 Members do not see ads below this line. - Help Keep This Site Online - Signup |
I'm 20 years old and have owned 3 Saabs (see below), so hopefully I can shed a little light on the situation from a "youngster's" perspective. Honestly, a 900 Turbo isn't a wild and crazy machine, even though it will actively respond when you give the signal to go. Having that said, any driver (young or old) isn't going to get into big trouble without knowing that they are pushing the car and driving in an aggressive manner.
If your son really likes the car and respects it as he should, he will only learn responsibility by curbing his desire to break loose and burn up a tire or two. From what I've seen over the years, kids with under-powered cars are usually the dangerous ones who test the limits. My older brother and his VW Rabbit is a prime example, while I remained calm and tame in all of my Saabs. Each individual will drive differently and react differently to certain impulses...your son's behavior can only be determined after some experience behind the wheel.
A great aspect to consider is the safety of the Saab. Even that can be double-sided, though. You can take comfort in knowing that your child is behind the wheel of one of the safest cars in the world. On the other hand, your son may take comfort in knowing that he's behind the wheel of one of the safest cars in the world and, in turn, think he is invincible. Again, only experience will determine his behavior.
In the end, I really don't think altering the car's performance is the most effective solution. After all, we could all be driving around in Ford Fiestas and there would still be speed demons and highly aggressive drivers. The best way to ensure that your son doesn't get into trouble is to enforce rules at all times, keep tabs on him, and allow him to gain your trust in regard to his driving behavior.
On a last note, that extra performance may prove beneficial. If he's in a situation in which he must accelerate out of (or if he's passing), that extra boost could work wonders and possibly prevent a tragedy. He's going to drive the same way, regardless of what car he's in. Keep the 900, ensure his safety, have a nice project to work on together, and let the car stay in the family. Drive safely, and KEEP ON SAABING!!!
-Clay McNeely
P.S. My 1996 Saab 900 SE Turbo is highly modified and I have yet to get into any trouble, intentional or not. *Results may vary* :-)
Present
1996 Saab 900 SE Turbo "Kathryn" - 120,083 miles
Past
1990 Saab 900 Turbo "Katarina"
1987 Saab 900S "Katie"
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