Ventilated front seats, previously standard on the Arc, are now optional. Arc models drop their 200-horsepower V6 and standard automatic transmission in favor of a 220-hp, four-cylinder turbo and a five-speed manual; an automatic remains optional. The transmission was the big problem though, I changed the input shaft seals and used advance auto recommended trans fluid, it ended up costing me 1850 for a rebuilt trans and trip to Ohio to have it installed. Arc models drop their 200-horsepower V6 and standard automatic transmission in favor of a 220-hp, four-cylinder turbo and a five-speed manual; an automatic remains optional. Bi-xenon headlights are now offered as a stand-alone option on Arc and Aero models.
What other luxury vehicle can carry 4 kayaks? All in all it's a pretty good 13 year old car that I plan on having for a while. But, the turbocharged 4 cylinder makes these cars the best hill climbers. If they no longer were quirky, why bother? I'm just saying if you buy one be prepared to spend money and enjoy the ride Saabin on em' by Charles Baptiste on Dec 28, 2017 Vehicle: 2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2. Additionally, Aero models get a more aggressive lower body kit. Ventilated front seats, previously standard on the Arc, are now optional. Beware of any computerized module by Chance on Jan 27, 2018 Vehicle: 2004 Saab 9-5 Linear 2. The reliability has gotten better from the first Saabs I owned 1979, 1985, 1986 and 1994 , but all those were hatchbacks, and the '85, '86 were turbos.
I'm just saying if you buy one be prepared to spend money and enjoy the ride Saabin on em' by Charles Baptiste on Dec 28, 2017 Vehicle: 2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2. I'll admit I have spent a few thousand dollars in repairs but mostly due to my own lack of understanding. I'll admit I have spent a few thousand dollars in repairs but mostly due to my own lack of understanding. Now the bad- I have replaced every control module in the car at an average cost of 1500 dollars a pop for a total of about 6000. The reliability has gotten better from the first Saabs I owned 1979, 1985, 1986 and 1994 , but all those were hatchbacks, and the '85, '86 were turbos.
Engine bore x stroke 3. But, the turbocharged 4 cylinder makes these cars the best hill climbers. Your mechanic can check the mechanics etc. Engine horsepower 185-hp 5,500 rpm Interior cargo volume 31. . In wagon form, however, its seductive style and superior functionality make it a more attractive proposition. Additionally, Aero models get a more aggressive lower body kit.
It's 2017 and my 2004 had 84k when I purchased the car. In wagon form, however, its seductive style and superior functionality make it a more attractive proposition. I had it checked and got the ok from my Saab mechanic. I had it checked and got the ok from my Saab mechanic. Your mechanic can check the mechanics etc. I'm definitely a fan and plan on modifying it to perform a little bit better while still carrying the kids to school. Arc models drop their 200-horsepower V6 and standard automatic transmission in favor of a 220-hp, four-cylinder turbo and a five-speed manual; an automatic remains optional.
Bi-xenon headlights are now offered as a stand-alone option on Arc and Aero models. Saab got bland with the styling and that may have led to their downfall. Aluminum cylinder head S Fuel economy city 21 mpg Torque 207 lbs. I've had to replace cps, throttle body, a plastic window piece and maybe a few other odd parts. All in all it's a pretty good 13 year old car that I plan on having for a while.
Bi-xenon headlights are now offered as a stand-alone option on Arc and Aero models. Saab got bland with the styling and that may have led to their downfall. If they no longer were quirky, why bother? The transmission was the big problem though, I changed the input shaft seals and used advance auto recommended trans fluid, it ended up costing me 1850 for a rebuilt trans and trip to Ohio to have it installed. Interior cargo length to rear seat 42. What other luxury vehicle can carry 4 kayaks? The Arc also picks up lower body cladding and is eligible for a 17-inch sport wheel package. Fuel economy city 21 mpg Load floor height 21.
It is surprisingly quick between 50 and 80, turbo lag sucks from the stoplight though. Regarding my car----it's a 2004 Saab 9-5 Arc Wagon, with automatic transmission. Beware of any computerized module by Chance on Jan 27, 2018 Vehicle: 2004 Saab 9-5 Linear 2. Additionally, Aero models get a more aggressive lower body kit. Arc models drop their 200-horsepower V6 and standard automatic transmission in favor of a 220-hp, four-cylinder turbo and a five-speed manual; an automatic remains optional. It's just like your technology at home, when it goes it goes and there is no way to detect when it will go bad. Bi-xenon headlights are now offered as a stand-alone option on Arc and Aero models.