Faults:

Things that have gone wrong are very few.

Sunroof switch went out. I replaced it myself; cost about $35.

The wiper motor did not stop working, but did lose intermittent and washer. Had to replace the motor to fix it. Cost about $250.

The last thing was the most expensive; last winter the CIM module went out. I ended up finding the part myself, 1/3 of the cost the dealer wanted. Dealer wanted $1200, and I found it online for $350. Had the dealer install it.

General Comments:

This has been a great car. Good gas mileage, and it has been very good car for me. It handles the road very well. It has the getup and go I want. Still looks great with over 140k. It sucks that GM closed down Saab.

Faults:

My driver's seat melted, and almost burned my pants while driving when I used my seat warmers.

At 80000 km, my suspension went, hearing cracks and creaks.

Turbo hose came out of its socket.

Key remote failed to open my car numerous times, and I had to resort in opening it up with its key.

Every time I need a piece from the dealer, it has to be ordered and takes about two weeks to get in.

Too many small and big problems with this car; I am always in the garage fixing minor problems, and too many tows to my garage. I would not waste my time writing this review if I was not so upset.

And also the felt of the interior is sort of peeling away.

Not a easy car to service if you don't own SAAB computer hookup.

General Comments:

This is a nice looking car, but do not let it fool you..

Faults:

Hood emblems faded.

Dashboard wears easily.

Battery replaced.

Blows headlight bulbs frequently.

General Comments:

I bought this car for $9500 in 2008 with 49500 miles on it.

Since then, I have replaced a battery, installed Michelin Primacy tires, and performed my own oil and air filter changes. The only service item I did not do was a brake fluid flush for $72.00.

The car now has over 90,000 miles on it, and it still runs great. It was ridiculously cheap to purchase, gets tremendous gas mileage (45 + mpg on highway), is very safe (8 airbags), and has distinctive styling.

Toyota's and Honda's would offer no better reliability than this, and would have cost a lot more to purchase.

Faults:

Right before the warranty was up (between 44000 and 50000 miles):

Driver side window regulator (warranty).

Front and rear struts (warranty).

Blower motor (warranty).

All door handles (warranty - paint peeling).

Both side mirrors (warranty - paint peeling).

Dashboard cupholder (warranty).

Front coil springs (done under extended warranty, 105,000 miles).

Work done out of warranty:

Front and rear brake pads and rotors (done at 45,000).

Replaced power steering pump (80,000 miles).

Replaced serpentine belt (80,000).

Replaced blower motor (again, 85,000 miles).

Replaced passenger front window regulator (90,000 miles).

Replaced fob key (105,000 miles --> buttons fell off).

Replaced front strut mounts and bearings (110,000).

Replaced worn out hood emblem (approx 90,000 miles).

Headlights blow out every 10,000 miles or so. I've replaced both at least 5 times.

Things that are broken and I'm too lazy or can't afford to fix:

Moonroof (broken around 75,000 miles).

Gas gauge (starting failing at 100,000 miles, now reads empty).

Driver's side seat is very beat up and worn - since 90,000 miles.

Dashboard cupholder - broken again, right after it was fixed.

General Comments:

I loved it when I got it. Now I can't wait to get rid of it.

Parts are too expensive, and they don't last.