Date: Wed, 26 Oct 2005 13:41:47 GMT From: ShazWozza <shaz_wozzanospamentspring.com> Subject: Re: Opinions on 1995 Saab 900S V6 Standard
hippo wrote: > To quote our Saab mechanic of 15 years, > "well yes, of course I'll work on it, after all it's your money, but I'd > still advise against it. If you're going for the GM, buy a 4, preferably a > turbo, but better still buy a low mileage 9000 Anniversary." > > He listed timing belt & head problems, plus excessive tyre and front end > wear as common enough problems to be considered normal, so we didn't buy > it. Immaculate car though! Cheers I think the issue of the Vauxhall V6 engine being shitful is over stated. A family member has one in a car which has now clocked up over 350,000km. The engine has only ever had timing belt changes, plugs, radiator hoses, some suspension bushes and regular changes of dino oil. It still runs like a charm and uses no oil between changes. The only problem issues with it have been rocker cover oil leaks (easily and cheaply fixed) and a fuel pump failure at 300,000km. The engine consistently produces excellent fuel economy and will usually see 7l/100 or less on the highway. The oil coiler is a potential problem. It is supposed to be always fully immersed in coolant however people who don't religiously maintain the coolant level properly can experience corrosion. I understand that later versions use a stainless steel oil cooler which has fixed that weak point. I can't say that excessive tyre wear has been a problem.
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