Buzzing/Crackling sound when hitting 2000rpm

Over the last day or so, I have noticed a buzzing/crackling type sound (appears to be from the dash area) when accelerating at around 2000rpm. It seems to go away when I accelerate through it or take my...

Problem with car bought three months ago

I purchased this car on 16/7/11 for £5500. Last week I had occasion to adjust the drivers seat. The mechanism had failed. I feel this defect had been present when I purchased the vehicle. The dealer will...

Volvo or Saab?

I am looking to but a three/four year old diesel. I want leather seats and a small saloon and after some research have settled on either a Volvo S40 SE or a Saab 9-3. Which do you recomend as a better...

Problematic 1.9 diesel

When the ignition is switched on there is a juddering noise from the engine area. This does not happen every time. Dealership has looked at starter motor, fly wheels, even replaced battery. Car has been...

Saab engines - belt or chain?

Does the SAAB 2003 Convertible have a timing chain or timing belt; NB after a 2007 model Any problems to look out for?

Saab engines

I've seen your reviews of the diesel engines in Saab 9-3s, which you refer to as "one of the worst diesel engine installations of recent years", but should I be similarly wary of the petrol engined versions?...

Saab 93 off the road due to coil spring on back order

My Saab 9-3 went in for a service two weeks ago and was diagnosed with a broken coil spring. To begin with I was delighted with Saabs response that they would cover 100% of the cost due to the age and...

Which convertible has a large boot space to accommodate my golf clubs?

Having, regrettably, had to sell my pristine XJS convertible through lack of winter garage space, I would be most grateful to know which "Eurocar" convertible available, at least three years old and no...

Need a narrower car

I drive a SAAB 9-5 Aerodeck 04-Reg and I am fed up with the tight squeeze in and out of my garage. I would like to buy a smaller car with all or more of the comfort and gadgets that the SAAB has.

Noisy 9-5

My 2004 Saab 9-5 estate has started displaying the engine warning light intermittently (illuminated but not flashing) it has had a recent annual service and been plugged in twice for engine diagnostics...