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From: jfl@mhuxh.UUCP (LYNCH)
Newsgroups: net.auto
Subject: Re: SAAB 900s Turbo
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Date: Mon, 3-Mar-86 16:16:13 EST
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Posted: Mon Mar  3 16:16:13 1986
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> I am currently looking into the purchase of a new SAAB 900S Turbo
> 	(1986) and am anxious to hear about anyone else's previous
> 	experiences with Saabs.  In addition, if anyone can inform
> 	me as to which options are totally worthless/essential, I 
> 	would appreciate that info. also, along with information 
> 	on good dealers in NJ, NY, PA, or CT.  Cost info would be 
> 	appreciated as well.  
> 	
> Thanks for your help in advance.
> 
> Gregg Chapkowski
> houxa!chap

I have a 1983 Turbo that has performed near-flawlessly for all of it's 47k.
The power is "only" 135 hp, not the new 160, but I LOVE THIS CAR.
Road-feel, highway acceleration, cargo...Saabs seem to do everything with
enthusiasm except the 1/4 mile, and I here the 16-valve turbo is great
off-the-line too.

Options: the road-temp gauge is VERY handy if you often consider 
"giving chase" on cold days. Turbos used to come with everything else.

Dealers: I recommend Rheinertsen Motors in Denville NJ. Schwartz Motors
in Dover did some very impressive welding on my cat-convert when it
broke, and Schwartz also adjusted my shift-linkage when the other
shop wanted to take the trans appart.

Cost: The best price, quality and performance at around $18k that I know
of.

Have fun, 

John Lynch
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