Why Saabs are SO amazing
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- čas přidán 19. 08. 2017
- Here is a quick review and story on my 2002 Saab 9-3 convertible. This car is absolutely amazing, the Saab life is one of a kind. I have been driving Saabs for 10 years now. This is my rebuilt saab. Hope you enjoy.
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Im a gear head and tech geek. I've owned 4 Saabs. There is no or will ever be a better car maker. SAAB fan forever.
Can't disagree John- I always tell people Saabs are the best car they have never driven! I now own 4 Saabs all driven regularly and my wife loves them as well!
if you're referring to the OGs I agree 100%, the NG's aren't even on the same planet with half the auto makers out there. The NGs (2003 and up) are basically same Chevys, Pontiacs, Opels, Caddys + Turbo, all mushed together and powered by Chevy Ecotech motors. That's basically it.
Derek Chabros the new interiors are terrible
These cars drive better than most so-called new cars
i certainly agree! they are pretty amazing
Which version of Saab 9-3 do you prefer? The first one or the second one?
Bartek X the first one is better built, but buy the 2000-2002 as there the best years, the 2003/4 the newer one are not so great as they suffer numerous issues such as suspension creaks, very bad dashboard rattles etc.......plus I like the looks of the 1998-2002
Ben Powe - it is said that the materials in Saab 9-3 II are quite average. Besides it is similar to Cadillac BLS. If I were to buy a Saab 9-3 I, I would only take one with a manual transmission, because it’s 5 speed.
Bartek X saab 9-3 1 is brilliant in manual and turbo form, but the one to try and source is the 9.3 viggen as its Awesome........
20 years ago my 9-3 SE convertible got 30 mpg and it could top out at 150 mph. SAAB ahead of its time.
yes, 20 years ago they were ahead but after GM took over in 2002 Saab went downhill really fast. From #1 in reliability in the 90s to worst of the worst in 2008 (per consumer reports)
Saab is a great car I got 2004 convertible 2.0t . I put 285 K on still running fantastic. No major repair so far. Best Air conditioning system.
Keep her running!!
Is it still running? What issues have you encountered
Just got my first car and it's a 2008 93. I am so in love with it and never want to drive another maker of cars. The drive feels so exceeding in quality, control, and speed, compared to every other car brand i've tried driving, which includes many high end brands as well as more common ones. SO IN LOVE WITH MY SAAB
That's awesome I just got my first car a year ago. 07' Saab 9-3 sportcombi. I don't want to own anything else, people think I'm crazy but they have simply never drove one.
I have a classic 900 turbo and it runs great still
awesome! keep it up. where are you based out of?
Love my 2000 93 SE!! great video.
Thank you! Keep it going!!
Great video! I am in the process of restoring my 2000 SAAB 9-3 Convertable.
Love the styling
I just bought a 2001 9-3 SE convertible. Has some minor body work and the soft top needs to be worked on. 194,000 miles but runs awesome!
Just got the same one with 117k on it. Just been sitting is the only problem.
I agree in 2018 :)
SAAB is still great car, better then most others
Great video. I have a SAAB 900NG SE Turbo 1996, 3 door, I Love it.
Pretoria, South Africa
Oh BTW, in South Africa BAAS means Boss, in local Afrikaans language
SAAB spelled backwards = BASS = BOSS ,
LOL
Cheers
Darren Burke haha that's funny. Great translation
I agree I love these cars
I wish you were in UK and could sort out paint faults on my two saabs. I've got a 2000 grey 9-3se 5 speed manual convertible with 56000 miles for may to October and wonderful 2002 midnight blue 9-5 arc auto saloon with 112000 which I use November to April. Both mechanically good, but lots of chips and scrapes in paintwork from previous owners I dare not tackle. Both cars are worth so little over here now, I can't afford paint shop. Still love them both though and get great pleasure from them, plus I know they will get me there and back unlike most old cars. They are saabs number 6 and 7 for me. I've been driving 2nd hand saabs for 35 years!
Amazing!
@@KylePancis just subscribed.
Amazing!
Sweet 9-3! I own three SAABs and I will drive them until they decide to quit and there are no more parts to buy :) Amazing cars.
Amazing!
I'll buy your cupholder, it wasn't available on the Swedish market, strange.
My 02 SAAB 9-3 AERO convertible need a cupholder under the Sid
Nice car
Talk about that partition. That's hot!
Amazing is amazing is amazing
I agree.
A manual is a must....great torque uphill....I test drove the autos,there is no comparison,its a manual or go home....I bought a saab 900 1998 non turbo 2.3 convertible and its a fun car to drive,it sounds like a jetplane and feels like one....its comfortable and nice leather interior....best 2k I ever spent !!!
stephen Cashier oh yea it's the best! I would for sure have a manual, but my wife drives it on the daily. So we went with the auto. Best highway Cruiser
Your gonna have to teach your wife how to drive a manual saab,she doesn't know what she is missing out on !
I bought a Saab 93 99 2.0 se turbo convert and I love it. Oh and it's manual
@@blackeyelab great move on the manual!! 💪💪
Saab 9-3 turbo convertible b205r
I love it 👍
how do you electronically unlock the back been trying to work it out for weeks my pump has failed so replacing it but ould love to be able to unlock the roof and at least use manual operation
Wheeler Dealer just did a 81 Saab Viggen Convertible show. Must see for mechanics
I guess when I mentioned my OG 03 you already knew about the winter mode lol. Anyway, have you ever dealt with stereo issues in this model? Mine sat for a few years after the radiator blew, and after some shotty garage "fixed" it, and apparently attempted to fix the NSS, I only seem to have bass in my front speakers, but they will come on randomly lol. I've checked the amp, my now (saab) mechanic checked speakers and def ruled out amp. So it's a wiring issue, anything common you know to check? Or videos to watch? Thanks!!
YES
Nicely done...
Thank you! haha
Double Ys look so good on the OG 9-3.
thank you! the rear quarter panel view with the spoiler and rims....solid haha
Yo imma lookin at the 1999 Saab what are sun things I should look out for
Direct ignition is not for performance. Its for maintenance(no ignition cables) Saabs, for four-cylinder engines, have great torque.
Many often confuse SAAB's Direct Ignition with today's Direct Injection, which you don't want unless it's the Toyota system that combines Port Injection with Direct Injection, allowing the gas to be sprayed on the valves.
Because it has a undercover high performance race car engine
Worth it's weight in gold
Iv just bought auto saab 9-5 05 bio 2.0 turbo sport and no were I can get parts from a scap yard there is no saabs at them lol got it for 1500 pound one problem leak near hoses power steering... hopefully subbed thank you
check sites like thesaabsite.com eeuroparts.com fcpeuro.com for part numbers. maybe able to do a simple search in your area to find a more local distributor.
When you changed the engine, did you need to get the computer reset at the dealer?
No, I used the original ECU so the "brain" never changed
You der driving Saab and Volvo?
I Love you
hey , i love this car or im interested in it just that before i buy i must know what could happened if i buy a used one. i have been told that the gearbox is gone so its on limp home mode. so what would suggest me ? its 2000 saab 93 convertible
he wants $1200
I have had five Saabs Amazingly good vehicles. Still got 2 . 900 and 95.(2002) with less than100k.
The only thing is I feel sorry for anyone who genuinely loves cars but has never had one.
Kyle, can you clean out the motor if you have a sludge build up using additives and frequent oil changes ? Or are you screwed?
You cannot clean with additives if there is a sludge issue. Before you have catastrophic failure, drop the oil pan and clean it out.
It looks brand new
Have a 2005 Aero convertible absolutely love it - wouldn’t have a BMW or Audi if you gave me one !
My Saab is paid for unlike majority of BMW and Audi owners who are up to their ears in credit 😡
Mine in Saab yellow/ lime colour
Cars like me educated and discerning 😂
I just bought a 2002 Saab 9-3 turbo and I gotta do a little work on it but I bought it for $1700 American dollars
Shakira Deleo descent price! How many miles/kilometers? What needs done?
Kyle Pancis the roof I just bought a new battery and the thermostat I just replaced the tires and I need to paint the hood cause the sun cooked it where it was at. So I guess little things
The place I bought it from had it sitting in the sun for a year.
I have some paint blemishes too. Your's must be black like mine lol, sun damage from tree sap and bird presents can really bake it in there. Other than that tires is any car, the thermostat is easy, baterry standard......but, what was with the roof?
Kyle Pancis the trip in the inside hangs and water comes through and the top doesn't drop and yes it's the same model like yours
I have same car it is great you just have to be careful of the misfires DO NOT GET ANY AFTERMARKET coil packs! Always OEM!
hahaha oh yes! I have learned that the hard way back in the day with my 2002 9-5
DiGgA STaLZ true they don't last plus run rich and in the long run damage catalytic converter
@@eliseomelendrez7195 Don't forget...they catch fire.
I just bought a 1999 Saab with 72,000 miles but I’m wondering can I put a aux in it ?
Yes! There is a way to do it. Search saabcentral forum as I haven't done it at this point
Hi,
I was wondering about my Saab 1989 900 E Turbo Convertible. I took it to a mech we frequent here in Florida, and he had it forever! I was sick in the hospital, so I could not drive so he had it over at least 9 months. When I called the lady at the shop said that the owner of the shop said he could sell me another car cheap, and he would just keep mine. Is there something I should know that he knows and I don't about that yr./make/and model? It just seemed fishy to me. I am a .58 yr. old woman, and I love my Saab Convertible! It is white with a brand new top that works perfect. Any thoughts on this? PS I enjoyed your video.😎
I would definitely dive deeper into why he kept it. How many miles did you have? AND I hope you did not go through with this. The 1989 900E COnvertibles in a turbo are becoming very rare and are SHOOTING UP in value! He might be taking advantage of you! Please seek legal guidance on this.
Kyle Pancis
Thank you Kyle. I am suppose to pick it up today, I have to find out the radio code for the 1989 Turbo right? I mean the radio won't play, but I hate to have him keep the car any longer, I is driving it, it is soo fun to drive and it's beautiful in Fl right now. I just thought something was fishy, I love my Saab no matter how much it is worth or not, they are the so fun to drive, and I will be happy to have it back. Thank's for replying to me.🍀 Mary. Ps, I have to see the miles when I get it today. I will let you know.😎
it is my pleasure! I am glad you are getting it back. There truly is nothing like a Saab haha. radio code should be in your owners manual. enjoy the ride!
Mary Snow fuck that get your car back
Mary Snow sorry for my language lol did you get you car back
I will only stop driving Saabs.......... when I cannot physically find another one to buy!
Hahaha! Same here
@@KylePancis There is a pair of 9-3 Aero's on my drive & a "Saab Parking Only" sign on the gate! : )
Direct injection is one of the top 10 failures in a Saab. All because it is one of few that mates all ignition together, so when one fails, all fail. Also, the computer mated to near everything makes it stupidly hard to do anything aftermarket, including a simple thing like lights. It is a nice car though.
very true! I have gotten 110K miles out of a coil pack and 13K miles out of a Chinese aftermarket unit. Best thing you can do to avoid this failure is to spend the extra money and get a genuine saab coil pack!
DIC
Pain in the ass. Always have a spare
It is honestly not that big of a headache as many people put it and there are many advantages to such a design, which is why Saab started implementing it in the late 80s and why many other manufacturers do so now. Read more about the advantages here: mechanics.stackexchange.com/questions/41618/what-are-the-benefits-of-direct-ignition-coil-on-plug-system
As far as reliability goes, on a normal car, your engine stops running when the central distributor or ignition coil breaks down. With Saab, when one coil breaks, the four-pot engine will continue running on three cylindres and you'll make it home or to your garage. We've had it ourselves and instead of leaving us stranded at night, the car brought us home.
Replacing a DI-casette is also easy as can be. Just bring one on longer trips if you are out somewhere without Saab garages nearby.
Bought my first Saab a 2006 9-3 absolutely love it. Great ride love cruising it looks great. I will buy another one as well. Picked it up for 2000.00 👍
Is it reliable or does it have issues every now and then?
Sergio Rangel they are quorky as they age. If you are on top of maintenance and familiar with the brand...you will never have an issue being stranded
Hi wana buy saab 93 aero 2008 but the prob is most of the people asking where will i buy a spearparts if requird or engine rebuild kit i mean head gaskit or fuel pump etc. Can u pls guid me for the cheap or reasobale priced spare parts shop I live in GCC and tht saab 93 aero is still avble fr sale. Thkx....
Check FCPeuroparts.com They should ship internationally.
thanks dear will check tht site fr parts tc.
Call Josh at Goldwing
@@shinpidenmasterjosepharnao8731 great source.. I used them as well! That's where my engine came from
Not sure why it doesn't have much torque. 207ft-lb is pretty decent for a 205HP engine, and it's there at 2200rpm. Nothing compared to a 9000 Aero, which has 258ft-lb at 1800 or 1900 rpm.
its, just laggy on the low end
You’re 27? You look more like 37.. LOL
NICE VIDEO BTW, I love my 2003 vector 9-3
mr171009 haha thanks. Great car!
I was hesitant to post here, but someone I just saw a posted they want to buy ad, so I will ask, would anybody like to buy a nice 1999 Saab 9-5 SE 2.3 Turbo? I think about 171 k still going strong. I have all the maintenance records. Feed it premium gas and synthetic oil. Gets 34mpg going steady at 65-70mph.
What is your opinion about the Saab 2.8 (is this car for you, Saab enthousiasts, also a real Saab) and is it reliable?
I ask this question because I think about buying such a car and I'am until now not a Saab owner.
It's a fantastic engine! From what I hear long term maintenance can be tricky. But if well maintained. It should be good!
@@KylePancis
Thanks for your answer; it will be a cabriolet and it will not be my dailey driver.
Is this car for you also a real Saab (with GM components)?
Or is another type your favorite Saab?
@@wan4891 I'm partial to the 9-5s...before 2010. They had the real Saab engines....with gm components in some cases. Interior has more gm then the engine bay. if the convertible is a secondary car.. you should be good! The 2.8 is a bulletproof engine honestly!
In looking into getting a 03...is it hard or expensive to find replacement parts?..... Update edit ... we now own one lol, got it a few hours after I originally posted this.
Absolutely not! Eeuroparts esaabparts thesaabsite fcpeuro...plus junk yards, ebay...etc. cheap and easy
@@KylePancis Awesome awesome awesome! Thank you SO much for this info!!!
@@homoerotic85 pleasure! Goodluck with ok purchase.
@@KylePancis Hey! So ends up the 9³ is in great condition, it just has a few things: drivers side heated seat doesn't work, power mirrors and trunk release button, the jalousie (shifter blind) is missing, I noticed yours has wood on the dash- mine has real carbon fiber, the plastic cover on top is all cracked. Did you replace yours with wood? On the window sticker it shows carbon fiber trim part of the sport package like yours. The biggest issue related to anything mechanical is the way the shifter (automatic) moves its like the notches are weird it doesn't click each gear when moving thru prnd321 it also can wiggle back and forth when its in a gear like drive. From what I have read it sounds like a bushing needs to be replaced. But some weird things- there is a dead space in gas pedal like an inch or two, once you move past dead space it works like normal. Is that normal on Saabs or something that needs adjusting? Also the brakes are super spongy, it stops just fine you just have to really get in it for it to stop- do you know why it would be so mushy? Everything else is great, the engine is amazing how smooth it is (and peppy!) And luckily all of the rubber hoses are nice and supple. There are just a few scratches here and there minor curb rashes on two of the wheels and the leather is worn on only the edges of the bolsters of those awesome sport seats love those big bolsters, the back seats look and feel brand new, wish those front seats looked the same! I'm happy to find your channel!
Your only getting 30 mpg max on a cruise? My 2005 Saab 95 will return over 49 mpg. Just be a little fluid with that right foot! Otherwise, yeah, these are GREAT cars.
true story! I like to hit that boost a lot. lol. the 9-5 2.3 performs better than the 2.0 as well. My 9-5 going through mountains on a 400 mile drive used to return a 31mpg to 33mpg.
@@KylePancis Ah, well if you're introducing mountains into the equation, that's not bad. My results required a sedate 60 mile trip in the relatively flat county of Sussex, U.K. and was conducted purely for boasting purposes. At one point, cruising on 53 mpg, I remember thinking: "My retirement isn't quite as exciting as it should be."
BTW, was it a trick of the light, or is your convertible roof silk lined or something?
@@greghill7759 haha trick of the light.
Yes, flat I can see it. Iv seen 500 miles to a tank. Cruised at an easy rate. Pretty amazing 👌
Why did you add music when you talk about the car(engine)?
I agree! I can play my radio if I want music.
My dad have 315 hp 95 aero
2002
No Name automatic or manual??
Manual :)
cant go wrong! i miss the 9-5 on the daily haha
That is good my last name is saab
Really??
Ru 37?
Haha
“Not the fastest in the world”
Certainly not the slowest either. They have great pickup and don’t go like your blandass Toyota or Honda
this is 100,000% true lol. turbo sets it up nicely
Great car, worst cup holders!
Europeans don’t drink and drive I was told! First thing that broke was cup holder over the CD player. I have a 2002 Saab SE convertible just like this and Midnight Blue. 124,000 miles I bought it new.
And mine is 20 years old and on all I is 165.000
2:33 Why do you think it's amazing that a 17-year-old car gets 21 mpg in the city? Do you think fuel economy deteriorates with age?
the power it makes vs mpg
But he didn't say that. He didn't say, "It still gets about 21mpg city which is amazing for a car that puts out this much horsepower." He said, "It still gets about 21mpg city which is amazing for a 17-year-old car."
It is not that great, imo
Frank Howard regardless, the 323i my family had got like 16mpg and it had 180 hp. That's complete shit since the family suburban gets 15 mpg and makes 2x the power and weighs significantly more.
My cadillac seville would average 20 mpg with 300 hp. Thats now a 21 year old car.
Ahaha! Keep it rolling!
@@KylePancis wish..had to sell it years ago it was still running good though...wanted something else
I like the Saab! Im getting a 1995 9000 Aero
@@kevinlong7515 I know that feeling. I sold my showroom perfect Saab for some kid to reck it lol. Had 200k miles on it. 😑
@@KylePancis very sad...today i got a 1995 saab 9000. Going to keep it healthy
hahaha.... good Sunday car but if he raves about an Auto OG he'll sh*t himself once he drives a Viggen 😁
hahaha probably very true! It is a great weekend car for me...wifey drives only 20 min round trip for her commute, so it just serves a fantastic purpose there haha
You're confusing Direct Ignition with today's Direct Injection. They have nothing in common.
What are the differences?
its automatic transmission
The info does not sound accurate.
Try Subaru, everything except the convertible.
Nope the only Saab/Subaru is the 9-2x
Modify any Saab to beat a Tesla and Porsche Ferrari and Lambo, even Dodge Neon SRT4 Charger Challenger SRT8
AT facepalm
My 2002 9-3 Convertible will look better, it'll change from an SE to Viggen type, Swap to Auto with Manual
They only have one, critical, problem. The reliability. No matter how cool it is, it's still a Vauxhall Vectra...
doesnt matter man, if you love it youll manage it
Not if you have to actually get somewhere driving it. I will have to do a ~5K mile roadtrip soon - choosing a car for that freaks me out. Any breakdown in Italy or Switzerland will make me hitchhike home.
I blew the gearbox in the only one I ever had (96 900 Turbo). On the other hand, the syncros were already bad when I got it for free in the first place. Nevertheless, Saauxhalls aren't really known to be as dependable as they were when Saab really was Saab, as its own company.
NGC1433 I have driven across France and back in a Vectra lol
NGC1433 anything Toyota, it all depends on your journey and where u from but I would probably rent a toyota Hilux, or buy an old one. Bit juicy for a long way tho
You had me until I saw it was an automatic...
Go stick or go home!
i hear ya! It is for the wifey....so i went with the auto
I heard that saab's break alot
isaac B proper maintenance. It's like any other vehicles in it's class
isaac B what breaks?
Correct. Once you get a saab youll get your big break into the industry. Thats when great things start happeing for
U drive a convertible, gayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy?!
hahaha thats funny. It is my fiance's car...however, when I do drive it. It is enjoyable
ubbgn
Convertibles are fine AF & girls love them as well
ubbgn what ya drive?
Fiat Uno turbo ie
ubbgn only gays belive men driving Saab 9-3 convertible are gays, so ubbgn its okej to be gay don't be ashamed