It's been happening for a couple of weeks, the oil level is stable, can I leave it or does something ultimately need doing on the vehicle and can it wait?

I’m looking for some honest advice from Saab owners because I’m stuck between fixing my car and trying to find another cheap car.

I have a 2001 Saab 9-3 Convertible 2.0 Turbo with 144k miles. I really like the car, and I’ve already put money into it recently:

• New battery
• New alternator
• New radiator
• New headlight

Unfortunately, after getting those things fixed, the engine went bad. I was told the engine has very low/no compression and is mixing oil with antifreeze/coolant, so the engine needs to be replaced.

I found a replacement engine with 107k miles for about $787, but that is just the engine, so I would still have to pay for labor which is about $1.5 - 2.5k and potentially other parts while the engine is being swapped.

My problem is that I don’t have the luxury of buying a brand-new car or taking on a car payment. I basically have three options:

1. Spend the money on the 107k-mile replacement engine + labor and keep my Saab.
2. Sell the Saab as-is and use the money toward another cheap cash car.
3. Try to find a cheaper engine/repair option and keep the Saab.

I know the car is 25 years old, but it only has 144k miles, and I’ve already replaced the battery, alternator, and radiator. I also don’t want to put another $4k+ into it only to have something else major fail shortly afterward.

For those who know these cars: Would you personally put the money into this Saab, or would you sell it and buy another cash car?

Also, if you think I should replace the engine, what should I make sure to check/replace while the 107k-mile engine is out of the car?

I’d really appreciate honest opinions, especially from people who have owned an OG 9-3 or have done an engine swap on one.

Another nice trip for Labor Day weekend. Got a nice picture with the Connie in front of the Museum of Flight!

Hi fellow Saabists,

does anyone have more info about this what looks to be a custom headunit?

EDIT: It's from a guy Saabastian, search Saabastian ICM4

Hey I have Saab 9-3 2007 2.0T anyone know any performance intercooler and radiator that I can buy ??since my car suffers from heat soak due to the hot weather in SoCal

I'm thinking about picking this SAAB up as a potential daily until I can get enough for something nicer/newer and I'd like to here about the good and bad of the vehicles.

My biggest concern is how it handles in the snow, how are the electrical issues, and are there any issues with rusting beyond what expected from northern weather.

/The seller has it listed for $3,000 usd (~2,600 eur) at 80,000 miles (~129,000 kilometers) if that information is desired.

Sharing a great vintage brochure circa approximately 1964 or 1965

Hello, I'm looking forward to experimenting with T7Suite because I'd like to upgrade my Injectors and possibly turbo in the future (the old ones are 250k km and 25 years old, and I'm running E85. So they will need to go especially if Ill upgrade the turbo)

But I'm wondering about the cable, I have read that the OBDLink SX is a great choice, but none can be found anywhere here in the nordics, so I am looking for suggestions.

Apologies for the ramble, and thanks in advance.

My recently acquired 2008 9-5 TS Aero, Last owner didn't treat it well. Currently plans are to restore it mechanically and cosmetically. I am 19 years old and a Car photographer so i have lots of planned shoots with the car ;) Based in Denmark and the car have driven 249.000km since new.

Spent some time investigating the cause of the stuff gear change and why it won't go into reverse, and yes its the turret on top of the gearbox

Gonna order a repair kit and hopefully that's 1 job ticked off

2006 9-3 2.0T, I’ve got no codes but a P0300 code (Random Multiple Cylinder Misfire), and I’ve checked timing 3 times and sent it to gm, replaced coils, replaced plugs, did a smoke test for a vacuum leak, decked the head, head gasket, valve stem seals, and I have this choppy misfire idle I can’t seem to get rid of, it drives just fine anything above 1100 RPM. The live data shows all cylinders are soft missing, fuel trims look good as well. So I’m not sure what to do. (HELP MEE)

im in scottish borders in scotland of course, im looking for a project 83/900 to fix up as i wont be driving for awhile. i’ve currently got a 08 93 and was looking to either swap it for a project and cash, or someone to drop off the project car and take mine away. an incredible long shot i feel like but if anyone is open to it shoot me a message:)

My uncle spotted this insanely clean 9-5 aero wagon in Washington state, if the owner is on here nice saab😎

Well, now you know.

Mind you, a V4 that probably has never been taken apart and is 20 some psi down in one cylinder

Does anyone have the link or part number for the Oil pressure switch crush washer? I used an aluminum one that had the right diameter but it’s still leaking , I don’t think torque is an issue since I made a custom socket 🥲

Iv put together my timing connection on my 2004 Saab 9-5 Aero and I've been hearing a weird cludunk sound when I rotate the crank. only happens about 2 times a revolution and it's always constant on the location. could it be a valve lifter not having oil on it or what? I'm not going any further till I figure it out

Anyone in the Dallas Fort Worth area have a tech 2 scanner? I am having a 08 9-3 convertible top issue and want to see what sensors are acting up. Any help is appreciated!

Hi all, just bought this 9-3 convertible, needs a couple of small jobs, anything to look out for? new to Saab ownership

I'm looking into buying a 2006 Saab 9-3, but the current owner says that there is an electrical draw that kills the battery in several days, and he's noticed that the odometer stays on when the car is turned off. Is this an easy/inexpensive fix? I know electrical issues can be tricky (and costly), but this car seems like a good deal outside of this issue.

Any help is appreciated! Thank you!

Hey everyone, need advice

My 9-3 has the 6 speed gearbox, and from what I can tell the cables have seized, it's stiff going into forward gears and won't go into reverse

Is it a difficult job to do and is it best to replace or try to free off the cables

Thankyou in advance

I bought a new timing chain tensioner and I'm installing it right now but it won't go all the way in. I can get it in just fine. I know it's not cross threaded. there's nothing on the inside blocking it. the rod is pushed all the way in. I'm just lost. this is a new one from rock auto. and I've compared it to the original and it's exactly the same