1998 Saab 900

$9,490
from
1
listings
$9K–$9K
price range
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High$9,490
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Avg Mileage75,000 mi
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1998 Saab 900 Pricing

Price Trend

1 data point
$4,000
as of Mar 26

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Saab 900 Safety & Reliability

Low Concern

With 2 recalls and 24 complaints, the 1998 Saab 900 rates as low on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

2
Recalls
24
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
01V2220002001-02-07
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. STATIC ELECTRICITY CAN BUILD UP WITHIN THE PASSENGER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE AND CREATE ENOUGH OF A CHARGE TO CAUSE AN INADVERTENT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT. MOST OF THESE INADVERTENT DEPLOYMENTS HAVE OCCURRED IN COOLER, DRY WEATHER, AND HAVE GENERALLY INCLUDED DUSTING OR WIPING OF THE DASHBOARD, STARTING THE CAR, OR CLOSING THE DOOR.

UNEXPECTED AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT CAN RESULT IN OCCUPANT INJURY.

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98V0380001998-24-02
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPERLY AIMING THE HEADLIGHTING SYSTEM WERE OMITTED. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

IF THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES ARE REPLACED, CUSTOMERS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY AIM THE HEADLIGHTS.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1998 Saab 900's biggest weak point? AIR BAGS. It leads 24 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Air Bags11
02Electrical System3
03Engine And Engine Cooling2
04Steering2
05Exterior Lighting2
24 total across 1 model years (1998–1998)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Saab 900 Fuel Economy

18–22mpg combined
·
16-20city
·
23-26hwy
·
$2,000-$2,750/yr

Fuel economy for the 1998 Saab 900 ranges from 18 to 22 MPG combined across 12 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
900S - Manual 5-spd
22mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city26 hwy~$2,000/yr-1/10 Poor
900S Convertible - Manual 5-spd
22mpg
2.3L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city26 hwy~$2,000/yr-1/10 Poor
9000 - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor
900S - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city24 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor
900SE - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor
900SE Convertible - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor
900S - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
2.3L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city24 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor
900S Convertible - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
2.3L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city24 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor
900S - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city23 hwy~$2,300/yr-1/10 Poor
900SE - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city23 hwy~$2,300/yr-1/10 Poor
900SE Convertible - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city23 hwy~$2,300/yr-1/10 Poor
9000 - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
16 city24 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1998 Saab 900

2States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Maryland (50%), but the remaining listings are spread across 1 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1998.

Buying a 1998 Saab 900?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 1998 Saab 900 a good car to buy?

The 1998 Saab 900 has 2 recalls on record. There are 2 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is air bags, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 1998 Saab 900?

There are 2 documented recalls for the 1998 Saab 900. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 1998 Saab 900?

Fuel economy ranges from 18 to 22 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $530 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 1998 Saab 900?

AIR BAGS is the number-one complaint area for the 1998 Saab 900, based on 24 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 1998 compare to other Saab 900 years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Saab 900 model years. Visit the Saab 900 buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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