Faults:

Engine light came on - diagnosed as EGR valve problem. This was replaced, and 2 years later the problem has come back.

Intercooler replaced - MPG increased significantly, but has dropped back again.

Driver's door lock failed - replaced, but can't control central locking from driver's door any longer.

Windows (usually rear) open on their own when the car is parked. Intermittent, but has not happened for a while.

SID warned for 12 months of rear brake light failure, when this was not the case.

All control panel lights (SID, Dash, A/C) at full brightness, and unable to turn them down. A/C not working, Radio/CD not working - had to remove SID fuse to re-set.

Central locking failed 5 times - had to use manual key to get into the car.

Passenger seat started to smoke and burn when the heat is turned on.

General Comments:

Love the car - it's by far the most comfortable I've had.

It's such a shame that so many things have gone wrong with it.

Am looking to change the car within the next 12 months, and whilst I love the Saab 93, I'm not sure I want the hassle of owning another one.

Faults:

Seat has sagged at the bolster on the driver's side.

Cup holder broken off.

CD not ejecting.

Drivers side mirror problems (seems that the mounting that holds the glass to fixing is broken, which results in a loss of movement).

General Comments:

More power than expected, and handles well.

Road noise is high.

Interior squeaks.

Poor build quality.

Paint is coming off some plastics inside the car; on switches for example.

THIS CAR HAS THE WORST STEREO KNOWN TO MAN!!!!! Every car I've ever owned has had a better stereo than this. BTW, I have the 4 speaker version, I couldn't believe when I heard it for the first time, the sound quality is a joke.

Faults:

Headlights burning out after a few months.

Worn rear springs and shocks.

All 4 wheel bearings worn.

Front drive shafts replaced.

Dashboard and door trims pealing.

Drivers seat sliding cable snapped.

Boot keeps opening.

Drivers seat collapsing gradually when adjusted to highest setting.

Horrible whining noise from front wheels even though new bearings and shafts replaced.

Possible gearbox problem.

Constant rattles and creaks all over car.

Front suspension creaking.

Clutches worn on aircon pump.

Timing chain noise.

Vibration from engine.

Engine mounts collapsed.

General Comments:

Worst car I have ever owned, car looks great but the build quality is total crap. I have driven cars fit for the scrap yard that drives better than my Saab.

If you want a car with the reliability of a Saab and the build quality of a Saab, why not consider a Trabant.

Faults:

Stereo unit was replaced after about a year... radio was occasionally losing stations.

No other problems.

General Comments:

I've now owned 2 9-3's, a 5 door previous model and a sports saloon (150bhp) since 2003. I've enjoyed both, but particularly the current car which is strong, safe, quick and comfortable. I'm now changing to an estate, but sadly don't like the sportswagon's design that much and the 9-5 is getting a bit long in the tooth. So instead, I'm buying a BMW 3 series touring. The Saab has set a high standard in terms of my satisfaction as a driver, without any compromise to the safety or comfort of passengers or cargo. It has also been as reliable as a clock and, by the common consensus of many friends, is a handsome car to look at. So now I'll get to find out first hand if the BMW is worthy of the critics acclaim, or if it's simply a case of the emperor's clothes. It will have to do very well to push the sports saloon into second place in my affections.