Car financing: 1987 Saab 900
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.5 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
- 11.5 to 13.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 1987 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.
1987 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 | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 14.3 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.8 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 12.1 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.5 L/100 km | 11.5 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 269.5 g/km | 269.5 g/km | 276 g/km | 307 g/km | 307 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $17.83 | $17.83 | $20.65 | $20.31 | $20.31 |
1987 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) | 18 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 24 | 24 | 24 | 20 | 20 |
| MPG combined (US) | 21 | 21 | 20 | 18 | 18 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 25 | 25 | 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) | 623 L (22 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,275 | US$3,275 | US$4,100 | US$3,700 | US$3,700 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,566 | $3,566 | $4,130 | $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 1987 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 4 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine and engine cooling (3), tires (3) and visibility (3). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 88V173000 | 1988-11-01 | electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash | WIRING HARNESS MAY CHAFE AGAINST SHARP EDGES UNDER THE DASHBOARD AND AGAINST A SUPPORT UNDER THE REAR SEAT (1988 MODELS ONLY). |
| 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. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 1987 Saab 900?
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 1987 Saab 900 for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Before buying the 1987 Saab 900, read what the figures say and how to try one first.
Before you sign for the 900
There are 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. NHTSA has 4 owner complaints on file, mostly about engine and engine cooling, tires and visibility. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car.
What the specs mean
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. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.
At 11.5 L/100 km combined, a 300 km drive takes roughly 35 litres of fuel. That works out to about $17.83 per 100 km at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,275 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Good uses for the 900
It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while. It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town.
The 900 in everyday use
Its car body is low and settled, with a separate trunk. Its 623 litre trunk is enough for bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Rent it for a week first
A week with the 900 answers more than any brochure. Rent first, buy later: a week with the 900 answers the big questions. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide.
Year and trim
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
What it costs to run
Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $17.83 in fuel. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
When you know your dates
A rental request is free; the offer shows the full price.
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 1987 Saab 900 from us first.
Ask us about the 1987 Saab 900
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1987 Saab 900 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1987 Saab 900
Does CarmaCars sell the 1987 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 1987 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 1987 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 1987 Saab 900 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,275 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3566.00.
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.