Date: Wed, 29 Aug 2001 14:17:52 -0700 From: Johannes H Andersen <johannes.andersennopsamel.ac.uk> Subject: Re: Aftermarket Turbo for 2.3 L engines
Marty from Florida wrote: > > I have a '98 convertible (900S) and was wondering what would be involved in > adding an aftermarket turbo. The car runs like new, has 43,000 miles and > needs a push on occasion. I got a 2001 - 93 from the dealer when my 900 was > in for service, and the difference is quite significant. > > Cost, expertise required to do the work myself, approximate time. I've been > tearing down and repairing BMW's for years (they really need a lot of > attention). This is my first of many Saabs. Just love the car ... > > Marty from Sunny South Florida The compression ratio of the non-turbo is higher than on a turbo 2.3, this will cause difficulties for a turbo conversion. Not to mention re-sale value of an aftermarket converted new-ish car. Johannes