1996 Saab 900 Se Turbo Convertible 2-door 2.0l on 2040-cars
Astoria, New York, United States
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Black, 2-door
4-seater, convertible, automatic top Big trunk, low mileage 5 speed manual This car has been maintained very well (see recent maintenance below). It's still running on the original clutch, so it's time for a replacement (car being sold as-is), but is in otherwise excellent condition. The car drives great and gets excellent highway mileage (over 30 mpg). This car has treated me well over the years (and has been a lot of fun), but it's becoming too much of a hassle to have a car in the city. As you can see from the pictures, the body is in near-perfect condition (only a few minor scratches on the bumpers). The tonneau cover has some cosmetic damage, but functions like new. The automatic top motor was replaced 3 years ago and works like new. The interior is in good condition. The leather in the driver seat is slightly worn, but the other seats look great. I wash the car by hand regularly (never in the car wash). This car is a lot of fun to drive. The turbo gives it a nice boost and my friends love riding in it. (The after-market super bass speakers help.) I've taken good care of this Saab. I have all the maintenance records and the title is clean. Please let me know if you have any questions. Quick Specs: Model: 1996 Saab 900SE Turbo Convertible, Black Mileage: 158,XXX Engine: 4 cylinder, 2.0 liter Turbo Transmission: 5-speed MANUAL Drivetrain: FWD -- front-wheel drive Fuel-efficiency (based on actual mileage I get): Approx 32 MPG highway, 20 MPG city Convertible Top: Automatic top - works great, motor replaced 3 years ago Other: power windows, locks, mirrors, and seats, security system, after-market heavy bass speakers Upgrades and Recent Maintenance: New oil pan and gasket (at 158k miles) (just done) New pulley and fan belt (at 158k miles) (just done) New shocks and suspension with alignment (at 151k miles) New fuel pump and filter (at 150k miles) - pump typically lasts about 100,000 miles New brake pads & belts (at 148k miles) New wiper blades Full synthetic oil and filter change every 3k miles - last one done at 158k miles (just done) Coolant flush every 2 years I always use 92 octane rated (premium) gasoline (car runs fine on the cheaper stuff too, but I prefer premium) Extra Direct Ignition Cassette - part costs about $300, included free with the car - as a backup Other Features/Info: Non-smoker Automatic adjusting and collapsing side-view mirrors Automatic seats with 5-way memory setting Mini wipers on front headlines Side door warning turn signals After-market turn signals (sportier look) Front and rear fog lights Full leather seats Heated seats Rear climate control AM/FM/tape radio Locking glove box Full security system Fold-down rear seat (so trunk space extends through the back seat, for carrying larger items like a bicycle) External ski rack Saab pilot system: monitors fuel efficiency, speed, distance, estimated arrival time, speed warnings, and alarm Automatic climate control Zebra seat cover Fitted car cover |
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