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Unbelieveable
Robert, 10/02/2019
1997 Saab 900 SE Turbo 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My wife bought this car brand new in 1997. She was a pharmaceutical rep and used it to haul her samples around in three states. When she moved on to another profession, the car sat idle for about 4 years, with just occasional driving (1000 miles per year). Then I accepted a job which included a 100 mile round trip commute. Since this SAAB, 900 SE Turbo, was still in good shape, both outside and in, I began to use it as my commute car since it was getting about 28 mpg on the highway. Five years later and a total now of 225, 360 miles on the odometer, it is still running great and everything still works fine. It is showing some wear, e.g. spots on the carpet and wear holes in the driver's leather seat back, which I am going to have repaired. All in all, this is one of the best cars we have ever owned. Hoping to get another 100,000 miles out of it. Well Done SAAB!!!
I like my Saab, but...
Karl M., 02/18/2003
1997 Saab 900 SE Turbo 4dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 97 900SE after years of enjoyment with my 84 900. So when it came time to buy a new one I naturally chose a Saab. I won't say that I'm overly impressed with the 97, but it's not a bad car. It handles well, enjoyable to drive, quite reliable and I feel safe in it. It doesn't have the harsh European edges and sounds that gave character to the older models, now it's softer and quieter more like my dad's Buick, which is a bit of a let down. Outside of a couple unusal and painfully expensive problems, overall the car runs well and treats me right. I may bad mouth my car at times but I'll defend it to the end.
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Another 'saab' story
schuckles, 01/29/2012
1997 Saab 900 SE Talladega Turbo 4dr Hatchback
4 of 12 people found this review helpful
Fun to drive, lots of space, and that's it! What car made after 1988 uses a cable clutch?! The cable snapped on the clutch, the oil cooler spewed oil all over the engine, sucked in by the cabin fan and spewed oil on my face, the backlight for the climate control burned out, the lumbar seat broke (and I'm not a big/heavy guy), list goes on. At only 60k miles, the thing fell apart - stupid things going wrong. Do not buy this car. Stay away.
quirky but no fun to fix
y2k, 04/08/2004
1997 Saab 900 SE Turbo 4dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This hatch is great and with the rear seats folded down, The storage space is cavernous. The seats are comfortable and the driving position is great. The performance is somewhat lackluster. The turbo lag is pronounced during acceleration. The manual shifter is placed too low and shifting lacks crisp feel. The ride can be jarring especially with the 16 inch rim and performance rubber. Road and engine noise is pronounced at any speed. The handling and breaking are above average. No major electrical issues, but too many mechanical to mention. Be prepared to get to know your dealer service manager really well.
Lovin' my Saab
Saab Enthusiast, 09/23/2002
1997 Saab 900 S 4dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I recently heard that Saab was discontinueing the hatchback! Slowly but surely, Saab is getting rid of everything that makes them unique. I love this car - it drives incredibly well for the price!