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Date: Thu, 01 May 2003 07:48:54 -0400
From: 'nuther Bob <nonenopsam.nom>
Subject: Re: 1997 SAAB 900 2.0 SE Turbo Talladega


On Wed, 30 Apr 2003 18:49:28 +0200, "pietertje" <123dfryt676nopsamail.com> wrote: > >"Newsonline" <newsonlinenopsamyonder.co.uk> wrote in message >news:318ra.5713$gA6.1308nopsam-binary.blueyonder.co.uk... >> Hi >> >> I'm looking for a car for my wife who drives quite a bit through her >> work. I've been offered a '97 900 2.0 SE Turbo Talladega with 40k >> miles on the clock. I'll get it checked out - but wondered if any of >> you experts could flag up any areas that should be given special >> attention. >> >> All comments appreciated - thanks >> >> Dave >> > >Check the aircon!! > I own one, great car, lots of fun to drive. Best advice is to have a Saab (dealer or indy) check it. Look for all the usual stuff. They do not usually have much done in terms of repairs before 50K so don't expect too many previous repairs. These are usually reliable cars but there are a few areas where folks have had to do repairs that I've either done or seen posted here. I'd look at the following: Check under the gearbox and drivetrain for any leaks. Check the clutch for smooth operation. It's manual so it should be firm but if it's too firm to be easily used then it needs a cable or clutch work . Check around the front right side of the head for seepage at the corner of the headgasket. Drive it, look for any steering wheel vibration on flat straight roads at all speeds. Accelerate briskly at 60mph on the highway and look for vibration there. Look over the wheels for dents and scrapes. Check and listen for any croaks or groans from the suspension particularly when cold. Check that the shifter is smooth. It's not the best linkage in the world for smoothness, but it should work well. Most need a minor adjustment at your mileage - that's a 20 minute job at most. A little engine engine rotational noise is OK since it has a timing chain, not belt. . Definitely operate the top several times. The tonneau cover should go up and down smoothly - no noises and a smooth final close. The top motors will whine a little during operation - that's fine - but the tonneau motor should be smooth and quiet. There should be _no_ wear on the convertible top. Find out what's been done. These cars should have the upper idler pulley replaced (probably the serpantine belt too) around 45K - that will cost $80 in parts and maybe .5 hours labor. Most people don't know about this so don't worry if it has not be done, but do it or get it done ASAP. They tend to fail between 45K and 80K miles and you will need a tow, so spend the money now if it has not been done. You don't want to learn the hard way. If it has not had the "tonneau motor reinforcement kit" installed I would recommend it *before* it needs it. It's a 2-4 hour, $10 in parts job that a DIY'er can do. I've done this job and I can't see how you won't eventually need it done since the original design has some issues, so I advise doing it. Very cheap if you can DIY and the TSB is available as a guide. None of these issues are show stoppers but they should affect the price that you pay. We can help you price out what it needs once you inspect it. Again, $100 with an independant Saab mechanic would definately be worhtwhile. Bob

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