Date: Wed, 2 Mar 2005 11:29:07 -0500 From: "The Malt Hound" xP-dnYuvA5frebjfRVn-gwnospamphia.com... > > "romey" 42257532$1_1nospamathenanews.com... >>I am looking at buying a 2001 Saab 95. I will be taking over the >> payments for this vehicle. It will have about 45-50K miles and >> will >> owe about $17-18K. My question if anyone can help me....what kind >> of >> problems should I expect if any and will this thing last me at >> least >> 3-4 years w/out major hassles. Also, how expensive are Saabís to >> maintain? Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks....Romey > > Sounds like you are paying too much. The seller seems to be upside > down on his loan and you are assuming his condition. > > Look around and you are likely to find the same car for less money. > FYI... I did a quick look up on kbb.com on a '01 9-5 and the Private Party value is about $14,500 If it was a 9-5SE (with the dreaded GM V6) it would be worth a thousand more according to Kelley, but I would say stay away and find a 2.3L 4 cylinder turbo. Much better engine. -Fred W