Question about cars...

757SkinsGirl · 11-25-2008, 12:39 PM

I'm tryin' to sell my Jeep for a more reasonable vehicle. I think I've got it sold and I found a 96 Saab 900s Automatic on Craigs list. He's asking only 1200 for it.

"The car is a 2.3L non-turbo with automatic transmission. The engine and transmission are excellent in condition. The car has about 160000 miles. Its exterior is olive green in color and it has a tan fabric interior. ...the price is $1200. The car runs great. It is a 12 year old car so it is not perfect. But with a little work it could be outstanding. ... Original paint still has shine, and the interior is average for its age."

My bf doesn't know shite about cars...does this sound like a good deal? I mean...I'm trying to get a more economical vehicle as far as gas goes and I'm not trying to spend a lot of money on another car. I get 15 miles to the gallon in the jeep...and it's got a BAD oil leak, needs new tires...just too much for a girl to handle...

dmek25 · 11-25-2008, 01:00 PM

there are some car "experts" on this site. just be patient

jamf · 11-25-2008, 01:18 PM

Saab probably has the worst reliability reputation of any auto manufacturer on the planet.
It's also very expensive to repair.

$1200 could be a good deal. If you know any mechanics, I would drive the car to them and have them inspect it.

Maybe a Warpather knows a place in your area that would have a look for free.

saden1 · 11-25-2008, 01:22 PM

With a car that old and that many miles it's a crapshoot. Ask for maintenance record. If there's a maintenance record the less likely it'll break down on you tomorrow.

cpayne5 · 11-25-2008, 07:04 PM

I would not advise someone to spend that amount of money on a Saab of that era with that many miles with the expectation of it being a reliable daily driver. It's an old, European car. Generally, not a good combination.

mredskins · 11-25-2008, 08:22 PM

Only thing worst to buy would be a Range Rover. Saab is crap.

757SkinsGirl · 11-25-2008, 09:33 PM

K. Thanks.

EternalEnigma21 · 12-02-2008, 08:23 AM

Ill pay you 1200 dollars not to make that move. The potential gas savings are miniscule compared to the cost of mantainence on a 160k mile saab. Keep the jeep or get an old japanese job (*awaiting busters rebuttal

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11-25-2008, 12:39 PM	#1
757SkinsGirl Camp Scrub Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Near Hoss's! Posts: 61	Question about cars... I'm tryin' to sell my Jeep for a more reasonable vehicle. I think I've got it sold and I found a 96 Saab 900s Automatic on Craigs list. He's asking only 1200 for it. "The car is a 2.3L non-turbo with automatic transmission. The engine and transmission are excellent in condition. The car has about 160000 miles. Its exterior is olive green in color and it has a tan fabric interior. ...the price is $1200. The car runs great. It is a 12 year old car so it is not perfect. But with a little work it could be outstanding. ... Original paint still has shine, and the interior is average for its age." My bf doesn't know shite about cars...does this sound like a good deal? I mean...I'm trying to get a more economical vehicle as far as gas goes and I'm not trying to spend a lot of money on another car. I get 15 miles to the gallon in the jeep...and it's got a BAD oil leak, needs new tires...just too much for a girl to handle...

11-25-2008, 01:00 PM	#2
dmek25 MVP Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: lancaster,pa Age: 63 Posts: 10,672	Re: Question about cars... there are some car "experts" on this site. just be patient __________________ "It's better to be quiet and thought a fool than to open ones mouth and remove all doubt." courtesy of 53fan

11-25-2008, 01:18 PM	#3
jamf Pro Bowl Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: San Diego Ca Posts: 5,316	Re: Question about cars... Saab probably has the worst reliability reputation of any auto manufacturer on the planet. It's also very expensive to repair. $1200 could be a good deal. If you know any mechanics, I would drive the car to them and have them inspect it. Maybe a Warpather knows a place in your area that would have a look for free.

11-25-2008, 01:22 PM	#4
saden1 MVP Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Seattle Age: 45 Posts: 10,069	Re: Question about cars... With a car that old and that many miles it's a crapshoot. Ask for maintenance record. If there's a maintenance record the less likely it'll break down on you tomorrow. __________________ "The Redskins have always suffered from chronic organizational deformities under Snyder." -Jenkins

11-25-2008, 07:04 PM	#5
cpayne5 Playmaker Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 3,807	Re: Question about cars... I would not advise someone to spend that amount of money on a Saab of that era with that many miles with the expectation of it being a reliable daily driver. It's an old, European car. Generally, not a good combination. __________________ "It's not about what you've done, but what's been done for you."

11-25-2008, 08:22 PM	#6
mredskins Gamebreaker Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 12,780	Re: Question about cars... Only thing worst to buy would be a Range Rover. Saab is crap. __________________ When life gives you paper jams, turn them into paper footballs!

11-25-2008, 09:33 PM	#7
757SkinsGirl Camp Scrub Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Near Hoss's! Posts: 61	Re: Question about cars... K. Thanks.

12-02-2008, 08:23 AM	#8
EternalEnigma21 Assistant Regional Mod Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Carbondale CO Age: 44 Posts: 2,958	Re: Question about cars... Ill pay you 1200 dollars not to make that move. The potential gas savings are miniscule compared to the cost of mantainence on a 160k mile saab. Keep the jeep or get an old japanese job (*awaiting busters rebuttal ) __________________ I am the brute squad.

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