1989 Saab 900 for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.7 to 13.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.7 to 13.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 1989 Saab 900 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
1989 Saab 900 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 3-speed automatic | 3-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Premium gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 14.3 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.0 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km | 11.3 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.7 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 12.8 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 251 g/km | 251 g/km | 263 g/km | 299 g/km | 307 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $16.59 | $16.59 | $19.60 | $19.84 | $20.31 |
1989 Saab 900: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 19 | 19 | 19 | 17 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 26 | 26 | 26 | 21 | 20 |
| MPG combined (US) | 22 | 22 | 21 | 19 | 18 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 26 | 26 | 25 | 23 | 22 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 623 L (22 cu ft) | 623 L (22 cu ft) | 623 L (22 cu ft) | 623 L (22 cu ft) | 623 L (22 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,050 | US$3,050 | US$3,900 | US$3,625 | US$3,700 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,318 | $3,318 | $3,920 | $3,968 | $4,062 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1989 Saab 900
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 22 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine and engine cooling (5), seat belts (5) and electrical system (4). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 89V104000 | 1989-06-27 | visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system | UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, A REVERSE CURRENT MIGHT FLOW THROUGH A WIRE CABLE BETWEEN THE AIR RECIRCULATION SWITCH AND A MICROSWITCH. |
| 88V185000 | 1988-11-28 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | FUEL FILTER MAY NOT MEET THE SPECIFICATION CONCERNING LEAKAGE CRITERIA DUE TO LOW TEMPERATURE DURING THE GLUING PROCESS. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 1989 Saab 900?
No 1989 Saab 900 is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. Thinking about the 1989 Saab 900? Here are the numbers in plain words and what to check.
A buyer's checks
Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Owners filed 22 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine and engine cooling, seat belts and electrical system; have those parts checked.
The figures, translated
The 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo does the work, through a 5-speed manual. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
It is rated 10.7 L/100 km combined: about 32 litres every 300 km. A 300 km round trip costs roughly $49.77 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$3,050 a year for 15,000 miles.
Inside and out
Its car body is low and settled, with a separate trunk. EPA lists 623 litres of luggage space, enough for bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Best uses
It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.
Drive it on your own roads
Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. Rent the 900 for a week and see how it fits your life. Try the 900 on your commute, then decide.
The cost of driving it
A 1,000 km month costs roughly $165.90 at our price setting. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Which one to look for
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person.
Ready to ask?
Want to try before you buy? Ask for your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1989 Saab 900 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1989 Saab 900 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1989 Saab 900
Does CarmaCars sell the 1989 Saab 900?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1989 Saab 900 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1989 Saab 900 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1989 Saab 900 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,050 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3318.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.