Buying Guide: Cheap Convertibles SAAB
: 27. jun 2007, 14:24
Advice: Buying Guide: Cheap Convertibles
25 Aug 05
kilde :
http://www.channel4.com/4car/ft/buying+ ... ice/1172/7
Cheap , not in Denmark
Click for Saab 900 Gallery
IN THIS FEATURE
Introduction
BMW 3-Series (1987-'93)
Fiat Barchetta (1995-)
Mazda MX-5 Mk1 (1990-'98)
MG F/TF (1995-2006)
Peugeot 205 Cabriolet (1986-'94)
Saab 900 Convertible (1987-'94)
Suzuki Cappuccino (1993-'96)
Suzuki Vitara soft-top (1989-2000)
Toyota MR2 T-Bar (1986-'90)
Volkswagen Golf Mk1 Convertible (1980-'93)
Saab:
Cost: £1000-£5000
Engines: 900i 16v: 4 cyl, 1985cc, 128bhp; 900 Turbo 16: 4 cyl, 1985cc, 175bhp; 900S 16v: 4 cyl, 1985cc, 133bhp; 900 LPT: 4 cyl, 1985cc, 145bhp; 900 Turbo 16S: 4 cyl, 1985cc, 175bhp
Check for: Cam-chain changes, detailed service history, gear-selection problems, blown turbos, damaged exhaust and catalytic converter, worn suspension, electrical faults, damaged hood or interior
The long-nosed, solid four-seat Saab 900 convertible is no sports car - despite the impressive power outputs of the turbo models - but it's a comfortable way to cruise in style. The subsequent 900 (1994-98) is pretty, but never quite had the same character, though the 9-3 (launched 1998, new-generation model from 2003) is a little more distinctive. The classic-shaped 900 looks less flash than a contemporary BMW 3-Series, and has a certain classless appeal whatever its age, although spoilered, body-kitted Aero models are rather over-the-top, especially in bright yellow. The light-pressure turbo models are the best buys, as the full-on blown versions can be a bit of a handful when you combine front-wheel drive, scuttle shake and loads of torque, and the non-turbo version is somewhat sluggish. Don't be afraid of monster mileages - the Saab 900 will happily run to well over 200,000 miles - but it has to have been properly maintained, and don't expect keeping a 900 to be cheap. Turbo models will have leather upholstery, heated seats, electric windows, alloys and central locking, and the body kit piles on as the power increases. The S Special LPT version has a colour-coded hood and a walnut facia; the Monte Carlo edition just has the Aero three-spoke alloys. Whoever said that Saabs were sensible?
25 Aug 05
kilde :
http://www.channel4.com/4car/ft/buying+ ... ice/1172/7
Cheap , not in Denmark
Click for Saab 900 Gallery
IN THIS FEATURE
Introduction
BMW 3-Series (1987-'93)
Fiat Barchetta (1995-)
Mazda MX-5 Mk1 (1990-'98)
MG F/TF (1995-2006)
Peugeot 205 Cabriolet (1986-'94)
Saab 900 Convertible (1987-'94)
Suzuki Cappuccino (1993-'96)
Suzuki Vitara soft-top (1989-2000)
Toyota MR2 T-Bar (1986-'90)
Volkswagen Golf Mk1 Convertible (1980-'93)
Saab:
Cost: £1000-£5000
Engines: 900i 16v: 4 cyl, 1985cc, 128bhp; 900 Turbo 16: 4 cyl, 1985cc, 175bhp; 900S 16v: 4 cyl, 1985cc, 133bhp; 900 LPT: 4 cyl, 1985cc, 145bhp; 900 Turbo 16S: 4 cyl, 1985cc, 175bhp
Check for: Cam-chain changes, detailed service history, gear-selection problems, blown turbos, damaged exhaust and catalytic converter, worn suspension, electrical faults, damaged hood or interior
The long-nosed, solid four-seat Saab 900 convertible is no sports car - despite the impressive power outputs of the turbo models - but it's a comfortable way to cruise in style. The subsequent 900 (1994-98) is pretty, but never quite had the same character, though the 9-3 (launched 1998, new-generation model from 2003) is a little more distinctive. The classic-shaped 900 looks less flash than a contemporary BMW 3-Series, and has a certain classless appeal whatever its age, although spoilered, body-kitted Aero models are rather over-the-top, especially in bright yellow. The light-pressure turbo models are the best buys, as the full-on blown versions can be a bit of a handful when you combine front-wheel drive, scuttle shake and loads of torque, and the non-turbo version is somewhat sluggish. Don't be afraid of monster mileages - the Saab 900 will happily run to well over 200,000 miles - but it has to have been properly maintained, and don't expect keeping a 900 to be cheap. Turbo models will have leather upholstery, heated seats, electric windows, alloys and central locking, and the body kit piles on as the power increases. The S Special LPT version has a colour-coded hood and a walnut facia; the Monte Carlo edition just has the Aero three-spoke alloys. Whoever said that Saabs were sensible?