SAAB 9-3 Sportwagon (2005 - ) - high mileage - what to look out for?

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Fri 7 Aug 2009 11:09
high mileage - what to look out for? - JohnnyBoy
Hello,

I'm considering purchasing a 2006 Saab 9-3 Vector (Diesel) Sportwagon [150bhp].
It has clocked up 100k miles. Given the mileage, what should I be wary of, and what repairs would it be most likely to require soon?

Many thanks for your anticipated advice!

John
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Fri 7 Aug 2009 11:25
high mileage - what to look out for? - a900ss
What maintenance has it had, full Saab service history at the correct intervals?

Was the car used mostly on the motorway before?

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Fri 7 Aug 2009 11:39
high mileage - what to look out for? - Falkirk Bairn
>>what should I be wary of?

Big Bills after 60K is a common occurrence - friend had a expensive 2 years after expiry of the 60K warranty. Even in warranty it was unreliable but at least there was no bills.

Edited by Dynamic Dave on 07/08/2009 at 13:45

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Fri 7 Aug 2009 11:39
high mileage - what to look out for? - TheOilBurner
Have a glance at the CBC breakdown link above.

To summarise: water pump failure (causing probably engine death), inlet manifold butterflies failure, EGR problems, cam belt change (+ water pump) required if not already done recently, and others...

Only worth considering with a cast iron warranty. Gear box could be a problem with that mileage too (manual or auto?) and not to mention other mechanical issues you might find with that car...

Edited by TheOilBurner on 07/08/2009 at 11:41

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Fri 7 Aug 2009 14:01
high mileage - what to look out for? - Bagpuss
Try test driving a Saab 93 first. I never found them particularly brilliant to drive compared to a Mondeo or Passat.
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