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Love my 2006 Saab 9-3 2.0T convert that I have owned since 2012. Have had quite a few of the "Saab" problems over the last 5 years of ownership. Just now fixed several problems that have taken me about 2 years to fully resolve. Finally resolved difficult coil/code P1312 issue, failed fuel...

On Saturday morning I set off with a friend to Cambridge.. The actual destination was The Imperial War museum at Duxford on Sunday. Thats a run of about 225 miles from where I live. My car didnt miss a beat and averaged 56.3mpg, which I am more than happy with. I kept to 70 - 75mph on the...

Hi Crew, Terrific forum you have here, lots of good info with expert help! :) The Saab in question is a 2008 9-3 linear 1.9TID manual convertible. I don't actually own the car, it belongs to a friend. Lots of power from a small 4 cyl diesel! UHP common rail is certainly the only way to go!! :)...

Hi there everyone. I'm a very long time SAAB fan because my Dad had a lovely racing green X reg 900 Turbo in the 80's and it gave me a lasting memory. I've had 4 SAAB's (all 93's) with my last being a 2008 Aero TTID which I've loved and cherished. Have used the forums before to much use with...

9-3 1.9 Diesel 8-valve vector sport saloon 2004 Was out last Friday on the other side of town. Started the car to drive home and the 'Battery Not Charging' info message came up, along with the warning light. Decided to risk driving home as it was only 2 or 3 miles. Got back OK Next morning got...

I've always liked SAABs. I've wanted a 900 for a very long time, but due to some complicated family circumstances I just took ownership of a 2003 9-3 Linear Sport Sedan. My daily driver up until this point has been a 1983 Jaguar XJS, which is currently being stripped to bare metal for a paint...

Hey all, Recently purchased 9-3 2008 ttid aero auto with 180k's (111 miles). On cold starts or if left a day between starts, it cranks several times before it starts. starts first time when warm or left for a few hours. no other symptoms except its slightly sluggish on takeoff (engine runs...

I joined a couple years ago, but never introduced myself. I was a new SAAB owner and just getting the lay of the land. Today, I was browsing and realized that I never introduced myself. So rude. Sorry. I bought a 2007 9-3 2.0T Convertible a few years back. I'm at about 95K Miles now...

For some reason I still like this car and want to pass it on to my son. 2 turbos, one new motor and multiple sensors and a DI cassette later, why quit now?

Some of the longer term members may remember my travails with my spectacularly quick but temperamental GM900 3.0L V6 . Sadly she and I parted company about 6 years ago when I bought a P38 4.6L V8 Range Rover (I'm a glutton for punishment, it didn't do much worse to the gallon than the Saab and...

Hi all, my names mark, today I bought my first saab ever. I'm 38 and enjoy working on my own cars. Anyone else from long island that could show me the ropes and or meet ups? Thanks guys. Looking forward to being a fellow saab guy.

Anyone on here have any thoughts on how long Saab diesel engines can last (in terms of mileage)? Of course, I know a lot is down to the maintenance of the engine itself, but assuming it's kept in decent condition with semi-regular services etc what do you think they can achieve? I have two...

Well it's been a while since I've been on here, my 3rd Saab, was part ex back in 2009 for a Honda CRV. But been looking to change and not much really catches my eye. I think I've narrowed it down to either a Jag XF, a BMW 5 or one of those last few Saab 95s. Its gonna be an Auto, don't care...

Hello there i have a 93 convertable 175bhp model she is a 93 model so one of the first of the updated models ... i have owned her for a few years and she has now got around 95,000 on the clock in all those miles no major work has needed to be carried out bar regular oil changes and a climate...

Hi folks after looking around on the interweb I have came to the conclusion that a long belt will solve the noise that my 9-5 2.0 Is making. I'm just wondering which long belt I need :)

Hi all, Im currently upping my ICM1 to an ICM3 (found one for £80!!) and was wondering if I could also upgrade my air con panel from this one..... http://imgur.com/ljZqAeZ To this one.. http://imgur.com/TjVqc0h I know the dials are different and won't match up to what I'm controlling, but...

Had a bit of trouble with my car not starting a few times this week because of a flat battery, had to jump start it off mates cars, wouldnt start this morning when i got into it and then tonight in the town. How good is the battery for? My cars 08, battery probably not been replaced since new...

hi all WoW this place has changed............not being on hear for years ok well just thinking i drop a little hello and to say i am still Saab smitten my 97 9000 aero auto is still with me 10 years down the rd 320800 miles on her and on same engine and auto box too running 1.5 bar...

I noticed today that I have a bolt missing. On the interior of the boot, where the little recessed handle things are that you use to pull the boot down on closing. It has a star head on it, black coloured bolt sitting in the recess I could do with knowing the spec to sort a replacement, I...