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Date: Sun, 21 Mar 2004 20:22:24 +0000
From: Grunff <grunffnospam.com>
Subject: Re: 9000cse or C900 Turbo?


Al wrote: > OK, I'm going to replace my classic 900, (1986, 8v Carb, 3 door) > > I am in the lucky position of having 5 yrs no claims and being over 35, my > premiums are low. > > I really fancy a comfortable family car than can go like s&*t off a chrome > shovel when I don't have my kids on board. I am considering the above two > vehicles. I have £2000-3000 to spend. Lucky me! > > I have zero interest in towing, I hate all things caravan. Good for you. > My feelings are:- > 9000CSE has powerful, but relatively economic turbocharged engine, climate > control, heated seats, full leather and is built like a tank. > > Classic 900 Turbo 16s, is quicker, could well have air conditioning, maybe > leather and is after a beautiful 900 classic shape. > > Whatever I buy needs to last at least 3 years without major (>£1000) > maintenance. There is no way of guaranteeing that - not even with a new car. If you buy a 12+ year old car (as you would if you went for a C900), you can almost guarantee that it /will/ require some work (unless it's been completely rebuilt with all new parts). > I am not especially car savvy, so most work would be done by > my local Saab specialist - Aeromotive SAAB. > > I am leaning towards the 9000, but my heart has always been for 900's. > > Your opinions would be appreciated, although I know this could be a real can > of worms. Have you driven both cars? This is a good start. Both are great cars, but quite different. The 9000 is much roomier, gives a smoother ride, and has many refinements you won't find on the C900. But the C900 is a C900 :-) I'd say your requirements would be better met by a 9000, but if I had to choose it would be a C900 (that's why we have 3 of them!). -- Grunff

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