[WolfGTI]

We had a 2008 Saab 9-3 wagon 6speed (until it got sandwiched between 2 SUVs) as the family hauler, we bought it brand new as it was one of the few wagons that had a 6 speed option. It had approx 120,000 miles at that time, and gave us no issues other than regular maintenance items. I see nothing on your list that is out of ordinary maintenance other than the nuts / bolts. I'd keep the car personally if you like it. It's a GM so parts are very cheap should you need them, and you know the service history of the car.

Originally Posted by Alfisti

Struggling with my decision so thought i'd gather the thoughts of the many highly intelligent and unbiased individuals on this forum

So at those prices, do I just commit to the Saab wagon??? I am not mechanically inclined so what do you guys think of this list?

- Plugs
- Shocks
- All filters
- Coolant flush
- AT Tranny flush
- Other suspension components?
- Hoses, belts and rubber parts
- Fittings, nuts, bolts, brackets that have rusted out in engine bay and under the car
- Water pump
- Coils

Brakes were done not long ago.

Engine runs super strong outside of idle issue and transmission feels brand new. Concerned about the rusted parts, not the panels but the fittings etc, especially in the engine bay where it's looking really beat to ****.

Engine is the GM B207R 2T.

This link seems to show i need a new throttle body (idle) and water pump (coolant leak, though i never see coolant on the driveway)

https://eeuroparts.com/blog/10-saab-...mmon-problems/

Do you think it is worth the hassle given the lack of rust on the panels, the engine and tranny seem to be have a lot of life left and she is burning absolutely zero oil?? Where do you think the tipping point is if replacement is $20K? $5K? $7? $10K?

Value of the car is irrelevant here, what's important is replacement cost.

Thoughts, feelings, emotions?