Whichever body style, the 93 delivers a sporty driving. Apr 20, 2007 the comment about interior materials is spoton. Come find a great deal on used saab 93s in your area today. This is a one of the more common of saab 93 aero problems. Automatic transmission problem of the 2004 saab 93 1 failure date. I have owned an 01 93, an 02 95 aero, and now the 07 95 aero, which i like a lot better. We have 101 saab 93 vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 29. Thanks to the turbo and an efficient engine design, saab was able to squeeze a lot of power out of a relatively small, 2. Have the water pump checked for leakage or signs of residue from the weep hole. The question is so broad as to be nearly unanswerable. Launched as a successor to the 900 model, the saab 9 3 is a premium compact car introduced in 1998 and produced up to 2014. Issues are widely different in the og93 and the newer version. And saab wants to more than double 93 hardtop sales to about 25,000 per year in the u. Slipping and hard shifts from automatic transmission.
My 9 3 also has a 6speed manual transmission, sunroof, cold weather package, power seats, and some other things im forgetting. The 9 3 convertible comes in two trim levels, arc and aero, both of which include the highpressure turbo, 210horsepower version of saab s 2. Aug 22, 2015 the question is so broad as to be nearly unanswerable. We have 36 saab convertibles for sale that are reported accident free, 10 1owner cars, and 50 personal use cars. Project saab part 3 on this episode of thefadshow i work on clearing my saab 9 5 aero wagons check engine light and change the manual. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car.
My saab is a 2008 93 aero with a 6 speed automatic transmission. This has been noted as hesitation to accelerate, especially from a stop. Several months ago i replaced the front struts on a 2004 saab 93 arc. I love the quirky styling and eccentric interior layouts. The saab 9 3 offers a powerful turbocharged v6 and a choice of three different body styles, a fourdoor sedan, a convertible and a wagon. This version of the saab 9 3 is a huge improvement over its predecessor.
And the 95 has been stuck in holding pattern since 98. Our most popular saab 9 3 interior parts are displayed below. The 2004 saab 93 line comprises a fourdoor sedan and a twodoor convertible. After the success of the saab 900 and subsequent growth of the company through the late 90. How to replace struts and strut mounts on a saab 93 gm. The used 2004 saab 93 is offered in the following submodels. View and download saab 2004 93 owners manual online. Used saab convertibles for sale with photos carfax. The struts were shot and i skimped on replacing any of the other components as they seemed to look ok. As a saab enthusiast, ill attempt to answer the question based on my experience. Sep 01, 2002 and saab wants to more than double 9 3 hardtop sales to about 25,000 per year in the u. What are some common issues with the saab 93, regardless of. I bought my 2001 93 base new and it was hit by a big truck at 46k. This version of the saab 93 is a huge improvement over its predecessor.
The stuttering makes passing in traffic a riskydangerous move. For 2004, the 93 convertible gets the complete makeover. Truecar has over 1,418,921 listings nationwide, updated daily. Back in november 2019, i ran into an issue with my accelerator. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. Used 2007 saab 93 engine dont be upset if you cant afford the aero model.
My check engine light came on and the accelerator had trouble increasing speed past 15mph. Find out what theyre like to drive, and what problems they have. No surprise then that the new 93 looks conspicuously like the wedgeshaped 95. The first time i sat in saab 93 was roughly in 2004 at the age of 8 as my parents was looking. Some colors featured carbonfibre interior trim from its introduction to the. Sixspeed manual transmission was not offered in firstgeneration 95s. Sure, the turbo v6 is a screamer, and the aero seats cant be beat, but the base cars 2. Ever since i bought it in october 2010, when i try to accelerate while already at speed i. I recently tested a 95 to see if the quirky car lives up to its high tech brand proposition. The saab 95 is an executive car that was produced by the swedish automobile maker saab. Whichever body style, the 9 3 delivers a sporty driving. This part is manufactured by one of the most trusted names.
If youre looking at a used one, i hope you find this helpful. Saab 95 transmission problems and repair descriptions at. Google state of nines or saab owners club to find an owners manual. The saturn aura significantly outclasses most of the saabs interior materials, and is built on a much more modern version of the vectra donor chassis. My wife has a 2005 93 arc convertible and loves it. Saab 93 aero standard transmission 2004, backup light switch by fae. The worst complaints are electrical, suspension, and transmission problems. Fun to drive, with an amazing acceleration on a 4cylinder turbo engine. It is not to be confused with the saab 93, pronounced ninety three, which was a car produced by saab from 1955 to 1960. Saab 93s top list of most common problems eeuroparts. No surprise then that the new 9 3 looks conspicuously like the wedgeshaped 9 5. If you have any additions to my list, feel free to leave them down below in the comments.
Today i bring you guys 8 common problems with the 20032011 saab 93, focusing mainly on the b207r. The firstgeneration 9 3 was built on the gm2900 platform and shared it with the 9 5 model and some other vehicles manufactured by general motors. Today i bring you guys 8 common problems with the 20032011 saab 9 3, focusing mainly on the b207r. Replacement transmissions and buying used transmission shifting problems. Saabs last owners, national electric vehicle sweden nevs were assembling the 93 sedan saloon as. Today i discuss a handful of common problems with the b284 v6 motor found in the saab 93 aero, aero xwd, and turbo x. What are some common issues with the saab 93, regardless. To see how frequently saab 9 5 problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. If you dont see the parts youre looking for, try narrowing you search with the vehicle selector above. Commonly referred to as the sport sedan, 93ss, or 9440 chassis as opposed to the outgoing 9400 body style, these cars are coming down pretty sharply in price.
I bought my 2001 9 3 base new and it was hit by a big truck at 46k. To see how frequently saab 93 problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Aisin 5 speed auto wselect shift or 5 speed manual manual really notchy, would not recommend. The 2004 model brought several additional changes for the saab 9 3. Truecar has over 1,449,730 listings nationwide, updated daily. The 93 has changed little since its 03 introduction. The saab 93 is a compact executive car that was originally developed and manufactured by. The saab 93 is a compact executive car that was originally developed and manufactured by the swedish automaker saab the 93 was first based on the gm2900 platform and subsequently changed to the gm epsilon platform. When you need a headlight bulb or a stop light switch, you may be tempted to just run down to the local auto parts chain store. A welldocumented and wellknown issue with the saab 93 built between 20032011 is harsh shifting from the 6speed automatic transmission, and slight slippage between gears.
The frontwheeldrive 95 aero has all the comfort one has come to expect from saab. The saab 93 convertible performs two tasks most drop tops dontit holds four adults and it allows the driver to see. Saab 9 3 interior parts extensive saab 9 3 interior. When going out with the family, we use the back seats which seat adults. Yes, there is more interior plastic, replacing leather from earlier years, but the things that count seats, ride, power, handling are all there or even better. Issues are widely different in the og9 3 and the newer version. The 2004 saab 93 convertible features all of the parts and looks that make the 93 such a hot sports sedan, plus a folding soft top that. We have 36 saab convertibles for sale that are reported accident. Saab were ahead when this car was first launched in 2002 and the facelift in 2007 dragged it up to date but by the time the last cabriolet rolled off the. If you have more additions to the list, live them down below in. It is not to be confused with the saab 93, pronounced ninety three, which. An improperly torqued cylinder head gasket can also cause this kind of coolant loss. Our list of 14 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2008 saab 9 3. Today i discuss 8 common saab 95 problems, specifically focusing on the b235r motor.
While out of the car the vehicle rolled up the driveway and headed to wards my garage narrowly missing my house. Saab may have been born from jets, but theres little about the brands current offerings that youd call stateoftheart. Two turbos were offered, a small garret gt2052s and a larger td04 for arc and aero models. The saab 93 was launched in 1997 for the 1998 model year essentially as a rebadged second generation saab 900 19941997 model, and succeeded by a redesigned 93 for the 2003 model year. Saab 93 fuel gauge reading empty fuel level sensor. Unlike some other european cars, the saab is not tuned to impress at 110 mph.
The worst complaints are equipment, seats, and equipment. Is there a fuse i can remove from my 2006 saab 93 sports sedan to disable the daytime running lights. Saab 93 transmission problems and repair descriptions at. View and download saab 2004 9 3 owners manual online. If neither of these are the cause, then the cooling system will need to be checked for co hc presence. Leaking evaporators or heater cores can cause coolant leaks to soil the carpets. Extra weight is given to the more serious areas such as major engine or transmission. My 93 also has a 6speed manual transmission, sunroof, cold weather package, power seats, and some other things im forgetting. The saab 93 offers a powerful turbocharged v6 and a choice of three different body styles, a fourdoor sedan, a convertible and a wagon. The 93 convertible comes in two trim levels, arc and aero, both of which include the highpressure turbo, 210horsepower version of saabs 2. The light switches are located in the roof con sole.
Jun 30, 2018 today i discuss 8 common saab 9 5 problems, specifically focusing on the b235r motor. Page 1 page 2 page 3 page 4 page 5 ignition lock page 6 warning and indicator lights page 7 light switches page 8 cruise control page 9 page 10 page 11 page 12 page mp3 player page 14 page 15 page 16 page. In 2007 the interior was updated, and in 2008 the 93s underwent an external. In fact, the fourcylinder engine in the 9 5 aero generates 250 horsepower as much or more power than a number of larger, sixcylinder engines. Its also quiet, andlike its saab predecessors rides and handles very nicely, especially at the speeds which most people actually drive cars. Aug 18, 2016 hi there, i own a 2004 saab 9 3 linear 178k miles and have been noticing some of the following problems. Saabs love of turbocharging has meant the companys car have always benefited from excellent performance, especially in the overtaking department. The viggen was only available with a fivespeed manual transmission, cd.