Saab 9-5 2.3t Aero Hot (230/250bhp)........any good

[y2blade]

i cant edit the title but i'd be interested in the 230bhp pre 2001 models only

I am currently looking to change my Volvo 850 T5 for something newer and came across these on Autotrder at a good price

i'd be interested in either saloon or estate with autobox

thank you all in advance all feedback greatfully recieved as always

Edited by y2blade on Monday 10th November 20:58

[i want an aero]

they're great cars, you won't be disapointed. depends what year and budget you have

[y2blade]

i want an aero said:

they're great cars, you won't be disapointed. depends what year and budget you have

from what i've seen on autotrader £3k will buy a 70k 2000 (230bhp) model but my budget isnt limited to that amount...i'd deffo want a pre 2001 model to avoid the new tax groups coming into play next year

Edited by y2blade on Monday 10th November 20:52

[aeropilot]

y2blade said:

as per title
I am currently looking to change my Volvo 850 T5 for something newer and came across these on Autotrder at a good price

i'd be interested in either saloon or estate with autobox

If you are looking for an auto, then you really want a 250hp facelift car from Sept 01 onwards that has the much better 5-speed auto gearbox.

[y2blade]

aeropilot said:

y2blade said:

as per title
I am currently looking to change my Volvo 850 T5 for something newer and came across these on Autotrder at a good price

i'd be interested in either saloon or estate with autobox

If you are looking for an auto, then you really want a 250hp facelift car from Sept 01 onwards that has the much better 5-speed auto gearbox.

sorry i didnt realise the 250bhp ones where 2001+ and i cant edit the title now

whatever car i go for next it will be pre 2001 due to the new tax groups , so i guess that's the 230bhp ones?

i'd be happy with that...my Volvo 850 T5 is 225bhp and love the performance i just want a newer car

as for the auto, my volvo is 4 speed and i'm happy with it,so the saab 4 speed auto should be ok with me

Edited by y2blade on Monday 10th November 20:57

[aeropilot]

y2blade said:

as for the auto, my volvo is 4 speed and i'm happy with it,so the saab 4 speed auto should be ok with me

But the Volvo might not have the big 'gap' in the ratio's that the Saab has....which is why the 5-speed is much better.
In fact most things about the 2001 facelift Aero's are worth having way more than a few hundred quid a year it cost to tax......better brakes, better suspension, better seats etc.
But, if that's your decision, there are plenty to choose from.
Remember that pre-02 Aero's were poverty spec as srandard (incl. base audio) with most toys on the extra cost options list, so there will be a big difference in spec of those for sale....so compare carefully.

[y2blade]

aeropilot said:

y2blade said:

as for the auto, my volvo is 4 speed and i'm happy with it,so the saab 4 speed auto should be ok with me

But the Volvo might not have the big 'gap' in the ratio's that the Saab has....which is why the 5-speed is much better.
In fact most things about the 2001 facelift Aero's are worth having way more than a few hundred quid a year it cost to tax......better brakes, better suspension, better seats etc.
But, if that's your decision, there are plenty to choose from.
Remember that pre-02 Aero's were poverty spec as srandard (incl. base audio) with most toys on the extra cost options list, so there will be a big difference in spec of those for sale....so compare carefully.

ok thanks for the info

tbh i'm not cirtain what car i'll get next just going through my options and crossing or ticking cars on my short list

[i want an aero]

you should find plenty in your range from 3-4k for an 04 aero

[GavGav]

I've had a 52-plate Aero (5-sp Auto) for 6 months now, can't rave about it enough.

And as the VED increases appear to have been postponed by a year, might be worth snapping up the later model.

[cheeky_chops]

i want an aero said:

you should find plenty in your range from 3-4k for an 04 aero

I cant find any on AT! I am searching for aero, estate, manual, upto 5 years - start at 4295

[ITP]

I got one for a motorway commuting car recently, 02 Aero est, manual, black/black leather, elec everything, 71k miles, £3950. Lot of car for the money.

[captainzep]

Another who is happy with his Aero. -53 plate MY04.

Just got 36mpg on a (slow) run along the M4. Not bad for 250bhp car...

[dave_s13]

cheeky_chops said:

i want an aero said:

you should find plenty in your range from 3-4k for an 04 aero

I cant find any on AT! I am searching for aero, estate, manual, upto 5 years - start at 4295

I have a good one that I may sell. I just don't know what it's worth.

54 reg
80k miles
Full Saab & specialist history
Excellent condition other than a few marks to the paint on the roof and the odd stone chip/mark on alloys, usual stuff.

Spent the first 3 years of it's life on the motorway then I've had it for just over a year, only put 8k on it. Just had a big service (£450) and new tyres too!

Doesn't have the lux pack options though.

[dubbs]

Going to get rid of mine... It's a W reg (cheaper tax) 114k 95 aero estate, auto, FSH, good nick... reckoning on £1800 ono...

[y2blade]

thanks for the info guys but i went down this route instead

http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?t=18803

[dubbs]

Hehehe.... very nearly went for the 310bhp upgrade on the 850R when I had it.

The Saab is a better car inside but the T5 engine, it has to be admitted, has BAGS more character... enjoy... just don't watch the mpg to hard :-)

[y2blade]

dubbs said:

Hehehe.... very nearly went for the 310bhp upgrade on the 850R when I had it.

The Saab is a better car inside but the T5 engine, it has to be admitted, has BAGS more character... enjoy... just don't watch the mpg to hard :-)

thanks
for me fuel economy isnt an issue as i only do 5k per year in my cars, i had been looking at ALL sorts of thirsty big comfy motors inc V8 BMW's and straight six supercharged jags but at the end of the day i love my trusty old Volvo and cant bring myself to sell her

i did have a look at the saabs at the Ace Cafe Norske meet yesterday and yes they are very nice cars from what i saw

thankyou again everyone

Edited by y2blade on Monday 24th November 22:03