The 1999 Saab 9-5 SE is a Front-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 3.0L 24V 6cyl. Turbo engine which outputs 200 hp @
5000 rpm and is paired with 4 speed automatic gearbox. The 1999 Saab 9-5 SE has cargo capacity of Liters and the vehicle weighs 1535 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 1999 Saab 9-5 SE has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers and. Safety features also include None and None. The front suspension is while the rear suspension is. The car also features a It has as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 218 N.m of torque and a top speed of 215 km/h. The 1999 Saab 9-5 SE accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 8.3 seconds and hits quarter mile at 16 seconds. Fuel consumption is 17 L/100km in the city and 8.1 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 49,990
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1999 Saab 9-5 Used Price Estimates
Estimates based on a driving average of 12,000 miles per year
Used Condition
Trade In Price
Private Party Price
Dealer Retail Price
Outstanding
$ 943
$ 1,591
$ 1,945
Clean
$ 839
$ 1,419
$ 1,736
Average
$ 631
$ 1,077
$ 1,317
Rough
$ 424
$ 734
$ 898
Saab has got a new car to sell and they want you to take a look. Called the 9-5, that's nine-five, not ninety-five; Saab's new premium sedans are designed to compete with everything from near-luxury models like the Lexus ES300 and Cadillac Catera to full blown sport sedans like the Mercedes-Benz E430 and BMW 540ia.
Since the 9-5 is a Saab, expect things to be a little different from your garden variety offerings from Cadillac or BMW. All 9-5s in the lineup are equipped with turbocharged engines. The lowest rung model has a 2.3-liter inline four-cylinder motor that produces 170 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 207 foot-pounds of torque at 1,800 rpm. The mid- and upper-level 9-5 share a 3.0-liter asymmetrically turbocharged V6 engine that pumps out 200 ponies and 229 foot-pounds of torque. The entry level four-cylinder 9-5 comes standard with a five-speed manual transmission; V6 models get a driver selectable four-speed automatic.
Standard equipment levels are high on the 9-5 sedans, offering up not-so-basic items such as antilock brakes, traction control (V6 models), automatic climate controls, premium stereo, side-impact airbags and an active head restraint system. Options are kept to a minimum, but the ones present are appreciated. They include heated front and rear seats, ventilated front seats and a power moonroof, which is standard on the SE.
Perhaps the nicest thing about the 9-5 is its sporting character. The 9-5 feels much more solid and screwed together than the model it replaces. This enables drivers of all ability to take advantage of a lonely stretch of twisty road. Precise steering and powerful brakes further enhance the driving experience, giving the 9-5 a solid European feel.
The entry-level 9-5 stickers for just under $ 30,000 and includes a high level of standard equipment. This makes it a relative bargain for most people shopping the near-luxury class. Consider the 9-5 before traipsing off the lot with an Acura TL or Lexus ES300, you'll be rewarded with a unique car that is attractive, comfortable and fun to drive.
The Saab 9-5 represented Saab's replacement for the 9000 model discontinued in 1997 and came in two body styles, a 4-door sedan and a 5-door station wagon.
The Swedes at Saab were building planes long before they were building cars so you know their standards ran pretty because in the aeronautical industry there's no room for mistake if you want to get back safely on the ground.
In 1937 the Svenska Aeroplan Aktiebolaget or the Swedish Aeorplane Company starting its business but by the end of WWII the good people down there had trouble placing their products on the market. A new market was needed, but for a new market you need a new product. And since the need to get people fast and safe from one place to another was on the rise, what better market than that of automobiles. So, in 1944, Project 92, or the manufacture of the first Saab car began.
The Saab 92 had a very interesting feature but it was an understandable occurence when you consider the man who drew up the car used to design planes: it had a very low drag coefficient of 0.31, one which many modern cars still struggle to attain.
After the Saab 92 came the Saab in 1955 with an improved engine, upgraded to 3 cylinders and with the trapezoid grille that would become a trademark for the brand in later years. A wagon version of the car, the 95 came in 1959.
In the 60s, the general direction for Saab was bigger, as the 99 model proved. It also brought in more power, as the 99 was turbocharged, a feature common on later cars as well, a tradition for the Swedish automaker from then on. At the end of the decade, Saab reached the 1 million cars mark.
A new platform was needed by the end of the 70s for the aging Saabs, so the company signed a deal with Fiat which later spawned the Alfa Romeo 164, Fiat Croma, Lancia Therma and the Saab 9000. All these cars rode on the Type Four chassis, the result of the joint venture.
Ten years later, in 1987, Saab found itself in financial difficulties and was forced to shut down the plant at Arlov in order to cut costs. The fact that GM bought 50% of the stocks in 1990 helped alleviate the problems a little, but the company was still losing money and so the factory at Malmo in order to further reduce costs.
Recovery was going to come in the shape of the Saab 900, developed with the help of GM in 1993, a car which would give the company its first profitable year since the 80s. GM later acquired the rest of Saab's shares as was the initial agreement and from then on Saab became subsidiary to the American giant.
Current models, the 9-3 and the 9-5, are based on Opel chassis and are manufactured in Sweden and Germany. The SUV model 9-7x is being built in america, in the state of Ohio. Now, the company has announced that it would be releasing a new crossover SUV, the 9-4X, after the demise of the 9-2X, basically a rebadged Subaru Impreza.
1999 Saab 9-5 Consumer Reviews
dubbedshear, 02/28/2002
A very honest car.
In three years, this car has been 99% trouble-free. The only problem has been with the electronic displays, which apparently was a common problem with the 1999. These have since been made more reliable, and the dealer has immediately replaced the ones that have caused trouble. The gas mileage with the manual 5-speed and turbo 4 cyl. has amazed me. On trips from Ohio to Colorado and New Mexico, including city and mountain driving, I've gotten 31-32 mpg.
leaderscab, 01/01/2011
Sobbing over my SAAB
Thought I did enough research before purchasing, I was wrong. The car is wonderful when everything is working properly. Which was about 2 weeks! Have done more repairs than I can list here. Parts are often hard to come by and expensive! Unfortunately, Saab quit employing Aircraft engineers decades ago. I'm an aircraft mechanic and I have no doubt their early models held up best because of their aviation background. I'm convinced their partnership with GM was their ultimate downfall. If you already bought a 9-5, Four words: CHANGE THE OIL OFTEN! Change the ATF or manual GB oil often as well! Do maintenance yourself if possible. Mechanics hear "SAAB" and they see $ $ $ $
reiteratewade, 12/14/2011
STAY AWAY
Listen to the warnings before purchasing this car! This car is not worth the headaches you will more then likely endure. I purchased this car with 85K miles in March of 2011. I was carpooling with a group of peers so I drove the car for ONE full week during that first month. On day 34, my engine seized. I replaced that engine. Since then, I have also replaced numerous belts, sensors, pumps. Every 3-4 weeks this car was in the shop and needed a new overpriced part that was impossible to find. Engine failure is a common problem with this year as I have learned the hard way. The engine I purchased to replace the original one seized on us recently as well. Please save your $ $ and think twice!!
grublunchbox, 07/05/2010
Fantastic 'in-betweener'
We've had our 95 for 5 years now and love it to bits, the whole family loves it. It is a great alternative to a Toyota Camry (or similar) as it is much nicer, has more style and 'feels' much better than the standard Japanese plastic box. It isn't at the same level as a BMW 5 or Audi A6 but neither is the price so what you get is a lovely solid car that does everything reasonably well at a great price. People moan about how it doesn't have the performance of a BMW 5 etc but it doesn't have the price either so! If you want a solid well performing comfortable car look no further. Mine has been reliable but like all cars you can find owners who disagree.
hoodenfood, 05/20/2018
2005 Saab 9-5
"Most comfortable car I learned to hate."
Transmission problems, followed by a leaking coolant valve, followed by a failing purge valve followed by whining alternator, followed by a vacuum leak followed by more transmission problems, followed by an exhaust leak brought on because of a snapped manifold bolt followed by coil pack failure (twice)..
DONE!
I must say for the short times she worked well it was fun and VERY comfortable. Probably the most comfortable compact car I have ever owned. Plenty of trunk space as well as the trunk opens a full 90 degrees. Wish I could trust it.. I just cant so it goes. If you must own this car I wish you more luck than I had.
Oh, and did I mention that Saab is no more so just try and find someone qualified to work on this who knows the ins and outs of this vehicle.
grabbanked, 04/18/2018
1999 Saab 9-5
"Most comfortable Car I have ever driven!"
Have had a lot of memories with my Saab. Not once has it broke down. It does have electrical issues now and again. The trade of with that is the driving experience. It just has features that new cars no a days dont have.
ouncesubpanel, 03/06/2016
2005 Saab 9-5
"Always garaged;looks like new car."
Mechanically,visually,and performance like new car.Has been garaged for 42,000 miles since purchased. Have all dealer maintenance records. This is a genuine "cream puff" in the language of car dealers
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