Date: Fri, 29 Sep 2000 02:26:09 GMT From: Ken Washington <kenwashinopsamhlink.net> Subject: Re: ? 96/97 900 Convert - Engine Choices ?
Based on comments in this newsgroup and the Saabnet.com Bulletin Board, www.saabnet.com, you are better off with the turbo 4. The V6 is a pain in the butt because of the required timing belt changes. I believe Saab pays for the first 3 up until 95,000 miles. After that you are on your own. Ken Washington 87 9000S 87 900S 83 900T Bob wrote: > I'm interested in opinions on the various engine combo's available > in the 96/97 900 convertible mated to the 5sp. > > Is the 2.3L engine responsive ? I know I should go drive one, and > I will, but I'm not going to get a chance to take it up on a long > highway through the mountains, or fill it with four adults and go > out with a "full load". I don't drive like Mario Andretti (any > more :-) but I can't stand driving a car that feels under > powered. > > So, I'm looking for opinions. Also, how about the V6 ? It adds a > few HP, but it also appears to add a 150lbs of weight. Is it much > of an advantage ? Is the Turbo the only way to go with this car ? > I'd also be interested in hearing about other things to look for > when buying a used 96/97 900S or SE. > > thanks, > bob
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