Representative photoRust repair for a 2003 Saab 9-5
Rust repair for the 2003 Saab 9-5: request it here. Rent a car from us while it is repaired, as an insurance replacement rental when it is a claim.
- Combined
- 10.7 to 12.4 L/100 km
- Body
- Midsize Cars
An insurance replacement rental while it is repaired
Your car is in the shop; you keep driving. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, and bill your insurer when the claim covers it.
The 2003 Saab 9-5 for rust repair
- Body: midsize cars (EPA size class).
2003 Saab 9-5: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.3 L | 2.3 L | 2.3 L | 2.3 L | 3.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 19 | 19 | 17 | 18 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 28 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 24 |
| MPG combined (US) | 22 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 23 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 1048 L (37 cu ft) | 1048 L (37 cu ft) | 1048 L (37 cu ft) | 1048 L (37 cu ft) | 1048 L (37 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,050 | US$3,750 | US$3,275 | US$4,000 | US$4,350 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,318 | $3,744 | $3,566 | $4,026 | $4,340 |
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 2003 Saab 9-5
- NHTSA lists 4 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 47 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (29), engine and engine cooling (8) and suspension (5). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08V160000 | 2008-04-09 | seats:front assembly:head restraint | SAAB IS RECALLING 57,389 MY 2002-2008 9-5 SERIES VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." DURING COMPLIANCE TESTING, ONE OF THE UPPER INTERIOR OCCUPANT PROTECTION TEST POINTS EXCEEDED THE STANDARD'S REQUIREMENTS. |
| 07V087000 | 2007-03-07 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL PUMP RETAINING TABS HOLDING THE FUEL LINES WERE DAMAGED DURING PRODUCTION. |
| 06V410000 | 2006-10-26 | electrical system:ignition:module | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH B308 6-CYLINDER GASOLINE ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE OVERHEATING AND BURNOUT OF THE ISOLATED GATED BIPOLAR TRANSISTOR (IGBT) WITHIN THE IGNITION DISCHARGE MODULE (IDM) DUE TO INCREASED SUSCEPTIBILITY TO ELECTRICAL LOADS. |
| 03V006000 | 2003-01-13 | wheels:hub | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, IF AN OWNER CHANGES THEIR WHEELS/TIRES BETWEEN SUMMER AND WINTER USING A STEEL WHEEL IN THE WINTER AND AN ALLOY WHEEL IN THE SUMMER, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR RUST AND CONTAMINATION TO BUILD UP ON THE WHEEL HUB DURING THE STEEL WHEEL USAGE. IF THIS OCCURS AND THE CONTAMINATION IS NOT... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Rust repair: your 9-5
For your 2003 Saab 9-5, rust repair starts with a short request. Rust is cut out or treated, then the area is refinished.
Your 9-5, up close
We note the car's condition with you when it comes in. Photos of the car help us quote it accurately. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model; a repair visit is a good moment to ask whether each was done.
Getting a quote
Tell us whether you can drop the car off or need it collected. Nothing is booked until you agree to the price and the time. If the job turns out larger, we ask you before doing more.
Your car is in; you are not stuck
Choose a car from our fleet for the days the work takes. Your rental can be waiting when you drop your car off. Collect the car at our location for free, or have it delivered.
Why prices differ
A quote lists what is included, so you can compare it fairly. The same job can take more time on a car with more trim or detail. The condition of the car matters too; heavy dirt, deep scratches or rust take longer.
Before you drop the car off
Point out anything you want us to pay special attention to. Photos of the damage taken at the scene help with the repair and the claim. Take valuables and personal items out of the car before the work.
Looking after it afterwards
Rinse off winter salt regularly to protect paint and wheels. If anything about the work looks wrong after you collect the car, tell us.
How long it takes
If the work runs longer than planned, we let you know and you can keep the rental. A clear timeline comes with every quote.
Ready to ask?
Book the work and a rental in one request.
Request rust repair
Tell us when suits you; we reply within one business day with a time and a price.
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Rust repair: the 2003 Saab 9-5
Can I rent a car while my 2003 Saab 9-5 is in for rust repair?
Yes. Rent from us while it is repaired: an insurance replacement rental if the repair is an insurance claim (ask your insurer what your policy pays a day), or at our usual rates. We deliver the car to you.
How do I book rust repair for my 2003 Saab 9-5?
Send the request on this page with when suits you. We reply within one business day with a time and a price.