Used 2001 Saab 9-5 Sedan Consumer Reviews
Used 9-5 for sale
Great to drive just too many problems
tarina, 05/21/2002
2001 Saab 9-5 SE V6t 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 4A)
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Love to drive, having terrible problems with sunroof making noise - going in for fourth repair, a noise in the dash area sounding like styrafoam rubbing together - absolutely annoying for such a luxury vehicle, lights are not suppose to change automatically and do, tires are wearing usually early a major problem with coolant sensor that has not been fixed - going in for third repair. On lease don't want vehicle anymore.
Not a bad car
ray85158, 06/24/2002
2001 Saab 9-5 SE V6t 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 4A)
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Fun to drive, handles well and is very comfortable. It has also been very reliable, within a year of ownership no major problems. But I have two gripes. Like another comment posted here, I had an occasional problem with a sulfur smell from the catalytic converter. My other gripe, when in closed spaces like a parking garage, the noise from the exhaust manifold was so loud it sounded like the muffler fell off. Ok one other gripe, the resale value stinks. I have already traded it for an Audi A6. But I can say, it was a lot better than my 96 Volvo 850.
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9-5 Aero a Blast to Drive
Mick, 01/13/2005
2001 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I've got to say the 9-5 Aero is the most fun to drive vehicle I've owned, and I've had many over the past 20+ years, including a BMW 525i that comes in second to this SAAB. The power is phenomenal, the handling awesome, the ride on the highway is silky smooth. I like how the computer compensates for any type of gas you put in from regular to super. The back seats are comfortable even for a 6-footer, and the passengers back there appreciate the heated seats. Exterior styling is good, but needs an update--the new 9-3 is better looking. For $14,900 I think I got a real bargain here-- wouldn't want to buy a new one at $40K with that kind of depreciation in 3 years though!
Best Car I've Owned!
salmal, 11/06/2006
2001 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I've owned my Aero since day 1 and mile 0. Picked it up in Trollhatten, Sweden and never looked back. Great acceleration at any speed, superb handling, and amazing comfort! I've been up to 154 mph (German Autobahn) in this machine - what a rush! Only one bad stretch during my ownership - right after the warranty expired (4/50,000), I put about $3k into repairs (both CV joints/boots and front main oil leak), but otherwise it's been the model of reliability. Expensive to maintain and hard to find someone to work on it, I wouldn't buy another one here in the U.S., but I hope to drive this one forever.
Consider this car
Bluewater42, 12/11/2003
2001 Saab 9-5 SE V6t 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 4A)
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I'm very happy with my 2001 SE V-6 Saab. After two A-6's, I'm enjoying the reliabilty (zero problems), great dealer support and what I feel is a great performing car. Plenty of power, esp. with S mode on, very comfy ride and seats, great stereo, lot's on nice amenities. Given what these vehicles go for used, I think they are a great buy, but I would skip 1999 year.