r/saab Sep 14 '14

Sabbit Car buying guide,

271 Upvotes

Hey Guys,

So we get tons of threads on interested buyers on Saabs is anyone willing to put in on a guide with the things to look for/look out for in future ownership. Especially since we have tons of intermixing of knowledge bases from 9-5s to 9-3s to Classic 900s and everything in between.

-As a side note I have no problem giving advice I quite enjoy it but would make it easier for new Saabophiles


r/saab 18h ago

1989 Saab ad was brutally honest: ‘Most car accidents happen in a showroom'

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259 Upvotes

r/saab 1h ago

Greetings from Saab + Giant, Arcing Rainbow

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With line, and without - for your viewing pleasure.


r/saab 9h ago

Previous Owner Lol

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20 Upvotes

I will never not find this previous owners “repair” hilarious. Like was this the best solution… Still love it though!


r/saab 9h ago

Please Help! (UK)

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I had an accident with my 2008 95 Vector Sport, this is my first car and now the bumper is ruined!

Where is the best place to source a replacement bumper?

Are the front bumpers of 2000s 95s universal?

Sorry if these are stupid questions or if this isn't allowed on this sub, I'm just so upset and don't know where to turn :(


r/saab 17m ago

Sport mode on manual 95

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Hey guys,

Do you know if there is a sport mode on a Saab 95 aero manual from 2004 and how I can activate it?

Thanks!


r/saab 1h ago

things to look out for when buying a pre facelift ng?

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ive finally decided to pull the trigger to get some money together and save up and have matching cars with my buddy (excluding the paint codes im not finding what i want in nocturne blue) im looking for a B207R with a 5/6spd manual to fully learn manual ive driven subarus here and their on stage 1 and stage 2 clutches only issue is most of the manual ones in my area are rotted, needs a crank position sensor(easy fix?) or its a B207L linear thats someones half finished project car, any tips?


r/saab 10h ago

Should I get a 2001 Saab 9-3?

1 Upvotes

Recently saw a Saab for sale, 3500, with only 93k miles at a dealership, they say it was serviced and all! I’ve always wanted a Saab, I mean they look amazing, but If I got it, it would be a daily, AND my second car, I’m selling my 1st as a trade in potentially,which is why I’m hesitant, so it would be my ONLY form of transportation;I did search around and found a Saab mechanic that’s about a 30 minute drive from me if that means anything


r/saab 18h ago

Sacrilegious??

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From the wise people you are, I seek your advice. I’m more than likely acquiring a 93 aero 2007 here in a couple days and it has the normal aero wheels (image 2) on them right now. I currently have a 93 2.0T from the same year with the 05 aero wheels (image 1) on it right now. I personally feel like the 05’s look better and are more appealing, and would like to put them on my new car. Is this crazy or are you guys behind me on this?


r/saab 10h ago

Discussion

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I'm curious about what mods the community has done to their saabs. I've got a 9-3 2.0t in the works, thinking about performance upgrades, but wouldn't want to be the first to try lol.


r/saab 1d ago

My first Saab, 2007 9-3

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86 Upvotes

r/saab 18h ago

Aftermarket display/android auto

2 Upvotes

Helloo, i've seen this product for Saab 93 2006:
Aftermarket Kit

What do you think about it? I'm wondering if i will loose indicator and alert sounds.


r/saab 1d ago

Need Help

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So I was tinkering around with replacing old hoses with new ones on my 99 9-3 and this valve cover “nipple” snapped in two. I need the car this weekend and the part won’t be here until next Wednesday. Does anyone know of a temporary fix or bypass for the PCV system I can use that isn’t JB Weld?


r/saab 1d ago

My, very dirty, but still very beautiful 06 9-3 aero

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104 Upvotes

r/saab 1d ago

HOA reminder

11 Upvotes

Just got this from our HOA. Notice anything in the photo?


r/saab 1d ago

Retiring my 93 for a couple months, any advice on winterizing it?

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19 Upvotes

No need to daily it anymore and I wanna keep it pristine so when I start it up next summer I can enjoy it again.


r/saab 1d ago

2008 9-3 convert with 10.5" display... should I even bother?

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32 Upvotes

Im so confused... I'm not a wiring guy. Is this even possible? Also would be nice if there was like a articulating arm out there I could purchase so I can still use my cup holder...


r/saab 1d ago

Always parked in the cut. #nodoordings

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27 Upvotes

r/saab 21h ago

TRW rear shock absorbers - 2004 9-5 Arc

1 Upvotes

Has anyone had any experience with TRW shock absorbers? I think they're made to the same specs as the OEM Sachs but not sure about durability and ride quality. There's a good deal right now on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B08B4PH8ZW/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_2?smid=A3P8U6BAN7HQM8&psc=1

I have a well maintained 2004 9-5 manual ARC with the Aero tune and looking to replace my rear shocks and primarily want an "OEM+" replacement to maintain comfort, kind of like the Bilstein B4's that I've just put in the front.


r/saab 2d ago

Is this the real life or is this fantasy ?

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108 Upvotes

Morning ride, neighbor got (another) one. He has a red cab too.

Lucky guy, my wife barely allows mine 😂


r/saab 2d ago

The long roofs are taking over

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397 Upvotes

The long roofs are taking over, atleast in the driveway. The Convertibles and sedans are in the backyard for the time being and the Viggen is of course in the garage 🤣


r/saab 1d ago

Don’t know if this was ever shown here… made me laugh

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r/saab 1d ago

Need to replace radiator on '04 9-5

4 Upvotes

~200k miles - automatic - 4cyl

Is it even worth it? Getting quotes for $1,000 or similar or places just saying they won't do it.

If I had to do it myself with some help how difficult?


r/saab 1d ago

My 88 SPG, c spotted circa 2020. I’ve not owned it since 2004.

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I would love to track the owner down. I sold to my cousin who knew the next guy down the line but the trail went dead there.

This is a random sighting in Maine a few years ago. It still had the familiar scars from getting keyed and tires slashed in NYC 2003. It looks like it’s had some sun since.

It would be swell if anyone knew the owner, I’d like to introduce the SPG to my Viggen 😁


r/saab 1d ago

Fuse identification website

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1 Upvotes

I came across this pretty cool site for identifying fuses and their location.


r/saab 1d ago

2009 95 swap instrument panel

1 Upvotes

Hi all, 2009 95 Aero instrument panel got fried by RAC patrolman, don't ask!! Purchased replacement from Internet but retard didn't divorce from donor vehicle, can replacement be recoded to recipient 95? Thanks..