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Mike writes:
1999 Saab 9-5 4 Dr 2.3t Turbo Sedan Review
ProsInterior styling, driving position. ConsLargish, not very economical.
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My Favourite — Performance 0 - 100 abt 10 sec (some small mods!), excellent brakes, top speed - faster than I ever want to go! Beautifully finished, good looking, specially the beige interiorior and dashboard styling. Does abt 8 L per 100 km, nicest car to drive that I have ever had (although not as MUCH FUN as a Golf 1). I have made some small upgrades to the (9 speaker, 5.1 channel) sound system, only plays CD's, no DVD's. but sounds quite good. This car has many thoughtful features that I like - "Night Panel", a lot of courtesy interior lights. Handling on winter roads is nothing short of amazing. I have had nothing to repair on this car, except for replacing the rear shock absorbers when I bought the car. Primary Use: Commuting to work
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Richard writes:
1999 Saab 9-5 4 Dr 2.3t Turbo Sedan Review
ProsPerformance, Build Quality, Rarity ConsCost, Appearance
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Saab 9-5 - Great Car — Performance - Fast enough to humiliate many a boy racer at the lights! Build Quality - Brilliant, no squeaks even after 10 years! Other than the Crankshaft Ventilation defect, perfect! Appearance - Not the best looks-wise, needs wheels larger than 15"! Cost of Ownership - Not bad considering it's size/performance- £1400 insurance, £80 fuel per month Fun Factor - Good to drive, can handle moderately well in the dry - keep an eye on the fuel consumption though! | ||
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Tara writes:
1999 Saab 9-5 4 Dr SE 2.3t Turbo Sedan Review
ProsStandard, leather interior, harmon kardon speakers, crazy drink holders, ConsElectrical problems
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My First Car — Very fun because it's a standard. The one thing I don't like about the car is that it has a lot of little electrical problems. I love the drink holders. The high and low beams are very bright (good visibility). I love the color black always looks good for cars. Leather interior. Heated and air conditioned seats. | ||
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pinkyjabberbox writes:
1999 Saab 9-5 4 Dr SE V6t Turbo Sedan Review
ProsThis car is SO much fun! It looks so civilized and then just zips! I put 214,000 on mine before my daughter totalled it AND WALKED AWAY WITH NO SIGNIFICANT INJURIES. ConsCrank position sensor goes out and does not show up on the diagnostic scan, repair of the heater is $3,000. Message center constantly bleeds out. Goes through LOTS of headlamps. 
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It's Like A Beautiful Woman Who Requires Just Too Much Upkeep. — I Loved this car and would not buy another for all the cons listed above. They just outweigh the pros, I am sorry to say. I bought the car new and ten years later, when I opened the door it still smelled new. I still was excited to drive it. What a shame some things are just so lousy on it! Primary Use: Family transportation | ||
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Matthew writes:
1999 Saab 9-5 4 Dr 2.3t Turbo Sedan Review
ProsFun to drive, Very comfortable, and safe. ConsCan be pricey if repairs are needed, and since they're bankrupt, no dealerships.
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No Complaints! — Great car, has never let me down. Very comfortable ride, and interior. Love the heated front and back seats. Lots of great safety features for it's time, and a great safety rating. Huge trunk, and back seats lay down flat for tons of space. Even thought this is a full sized sedan, it still feels quick and nimble on the twisty back roads. | ||
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Malven writes:
1999 Saab 9-5 4 Dr SE V6t Turbo Sedan Review
Prosdesign and speed Consmaintenance can be costly
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1999 Swede Executives — Very powerful, reliable, comfortable and fast. Comes with an executive style look, long battery life, economic gas consumption. These are obviously no longer on the market (these models) but you sure can get a good deal for a good used one. It's very fun to drive and foremost very comfortable leather interior. Saab cars is originally Swedish, they built the engines replicating jet technology (scania) which gave these models and newer versions a much more powerful, fast and very unique engine. Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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Richard Lucy writes:
1999 Saab 9-5 Review
ProsSPACE, BUILD QUALITY. ConsFUEL CONSUMPTION
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Saab 9-5 Eco — The space and comfort of ride is great, quite juicy on fuel. At the moment has'nt needed any costly repairs so very relible. interior has to much wood effect for my likeing the exterior is i think the best looking estate you can get !! Primary Use: Family transportation | ||
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Osku writes:
1999 Saab 9-5 4 Dr SE 2.3t Turbo Sedan Review
ProsIt´s fast .. ConsNothing
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Nathan writes:
1999 Saab 9-5 4 Dr 2.3t Turbo Sedan Review
ProsInterior- ConsPrice of repair and upgrades
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Silver Bullet — Performance- The acceleration is good. When you hit 115 you can feel the entire car shift. The handling is not as tight as I wish, but that is expectable for a larger car. Build Quality- I was recently hit head on, and it was barely noticeable that i had been hit at all. Appearance- Interior is very luxurious. Exterior it needs some things to spice it up. Cost- Repairs are very expensive and the gas mileage isn't very good. Fun Factor- The car is sick to drive. Windows down, turbo whistling, stereo blasting, and subs pounding. Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.) | ||
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Jimmy writes:
1999 Saab 9-5 4 Dr 2.3t Turbo Sedan Review
ProsSport tuned suspension and comfortable seats ConsExpensive to maintain
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Sweet — Acceleration was very quick, smooth. Good handling in multiple conditions. Braking and suspension were good. The quality of the car was good and for the cost it was a great deal. The interior was luxury while the exterior could add a few touches. This car was definitely fun to drive. |
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