Car financing: 1986 Saab 900
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.8 to 13.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 11.8 to 13.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 1986 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.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
1986 Saab 900 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 3-speed automatic | 3-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 13.1 L/100 km | 12.8 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.8 L/100 km | 9.9 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.8 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 276 g/km | 277 g/km | 307 g/km | 307 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $18.29 | $18.29 | $20.31 | $20.31 |
1986 Saab 900: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 18 | 19 | 16 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 24 | 24 | 20 | 21 |
| MPG combined (US) | 20 | 20 | 18 | 18 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 24 | 24 | 22 | 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) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,350 | US$3,375 | US$3,700 | US$3,700 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,658 | $3,658 | $4,062 | $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 1986 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 9 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (6), engine and engine cooling (5) and tires (2). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 87V013000 | 1987-02-10 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | THE FUEL HOSE BETWEEN THE PRESSURE REGULATOR AND THE INJECTOR FUEL RAIL MAY RUPTURE DUE TO STRESS. |
| 86V057000 | 1986-04-28 | steering: steering wheel/handle bar | THE BOLT IN THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN U-JOINT CLAMP MAY HAVE BEEN OVER TORQUED AND MAY BREAK. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: A BROKEN U-JOINT CLAMP MAY ALLOW THE STEERING SHAFT TO PULL OUT OF THE JOINT AND RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND POSSIBLY AN ACCIDENT. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 1986 Saab 900?
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 1986 Saab 900 for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Here is what to know about the 1986 Saab 900 before buying one.
A buyer's checks
Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. NHTSA has 9 owner complaints on file, mostly about electrical system, engine and engine cooling and tires. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it.
The figures, translated
The engine is the 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo, with front-wheel drive and a 5-speed manual. The turbo gives a small engine the pull of a bigger one when you need it. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Combined fuel use is 11.8 L/100 km: about 35 litres for 300 km. For 1,000 km, budget about $182.90 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$3,350 a year for 15,000 miles.
Space, size and seats
As a compact car, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight. The EPA lists 623 litres for luggage, roughly bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Good uses for the 900
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else.
Rent it for a week first
If the 900 is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car.
Money matters
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. The EPA estimates US$3,350 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $18.29 in fuel.
Year and trim
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.
Ask us
Ask about renting first, and buy with a clear head.
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 1986 Saab 900 from us first.
Ask us about the 1986 Saab 900
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1986 Saab 900 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1986 Saab 900
Does CarmaCars sell the 1986 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 1986 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 1986 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 1986 Saab 900 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,350 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3658.00.
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.