Topic: Anyone know much about these ? (Read 2548 times)

Mr.OmegaMan · « **on:** 27 August 2014, 22:29:26 »

Saab 9-5 Hot Aero .. They seem good value for money, Well equipped, Plenty of power, Better looking than Vectra/Insignia.. FWD is a downside i know but would need to drive one before judging... Not keen on cars with Turbos presume they will just be a money pit.

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201407095686461

cam2502 · « **Reply #1 on:** 27 August 2014, 22:45:17 »

We have a Saab 9-5 estate. 3.0 vector turbo diesel. It's an 03 plate. We've had it just over 2 yearsand its used as our "workhorse". Had everything in the back of that car

Never had a problem with it. Find it reasonably good on fuel considering its the 3.0L. Very quick as well when I need it to be.
Comfy to drive, nice and smooth through the gears. Flew through the 2 MOTs I've put it through and would definatly buy another.

Mr.OmegaMan · « **Reply #2 on:** 27 August 2014, 22:48:39 »

Quote from: cam2502 on 27 August 2014, 22:45:17

We have a Saab 9-5 estate. 3.0 vector turbo diesel. It's an 03 plate. We've had it just over 2 yearsand its used as our "workhorse". Had everything in the back of that car

Never had a problem with it. Find it reasonably good on fuel considering its the 3.0L. Very quick as well when I need it to be.
Comfy to drive, nice and smooth through the gears. Flew through the 2 MOTs I've put it through and would definatly buy another.

Good to know Cam

omega3000 · « **Reply #3 on:** 27 August 2014, 23:32:55 »

Quote from: Mr.OmegaMan on 27 August 2014, 22:29:26

Saab 9-5 Hot Aero .. They seem good value for money, Well equipped, Plenty of power, Better looking than Vectra/Insignia.. FWD is a downside i know but would need to drive one before judging... Not keen on cars with Turbos presume they will just be a money pit.

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201407095686461

Looks like a nice example

Set in the grounds of Lord Opti's manor by the looks of it $:-\$

Mr.OmegaMan · « **Reply #4 on:** 27 August 2014, 23:41:30 »

Just pondering possible Omega replacements if mine don't behave.. Not an easy task especially finding something to outmatch a 3.2 Elite,. Which ain't thousands of £££ $:-\$ .. Saab being the cheapest option so far.

Short list really..

Saab 9-5 Hot Aero
Lexus LS430 mini face lift post 2003/53 there about's
BMW E60 530i

It's just a phase most likely currently in the hate part of the Omega Love/Hate relationship

chrisgixer · « **Reply #5 on:** 27 August 2014, 23:45:20 »

In almost all cases, its cheaper to fix the omega. Especially if its just a headlight field of vision fault.

chrisgixer · « **Reply #6 on:** 27 August 2014, 23:46:36 »

Ps, I heard talk of cracking or rusting baulk head issues, with certain Saabs. No idea if true or which models... $:-\$

omega3000 · « **Reply #7 on:** 27 August 2014, 23:48:35 »

My father had the old style Saab 99 , quite nippy considering it weighed as much as a tank

Didnt Saab cease production $:-\$

Mr.OmegaMan · « **Reply #8 on:** 27 August 2014, 23:49:10 »

Quote from: chrisgixer on 27 August 2014, 23:45:20

In almost all cases, its cheaper to fix the omega. Especially if its just a headlight field of vision fault.

Attention! Headlamp Range actually

.. Just a few days ago i noticed that the A/C ain't working either 45 odd days since it was done at a VX garage after they said it wasn't leaking after spending 4 hours waiting there.. Anyway that's Omega's for you never a dull moment a bundle of never ending joy!

78bex · « **Reply #9 on:** 27 August 2014, 23:54:25 »

probably us spec but I like the estate

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XTJd1sLvXxM

chrisgixer · « **Reply #10 on:** 28 August 2014, 00:06:19 »

Quote from: Mr.OmegaMan on 27 August 2014, 23:49:10

Quote from: chrisgixer on 27 August 2014, 23:45:20
In almost all cases, its cheaper to fix the omega. Especially if its just a headlight field of vision fault.

Attention! Headlamp Range actually .. Just a few days ago i noticed that the A/C ain't working either 45 odd days since it was done at a VX garage after they said it wasn't leaking after spending 4 hours waiting there.. Anyway that's Omega's for you never a dull moment a bundle of never ending joy!

Nah, that's just cars generally. The grass is very rarely greener without spending a good deal more money.

I like the body shape of the last two Saabs, personally, especially the newest Insignia based one. However the interior, especially the dash plastic vents pattern that's spread to surround the entire dash completely spoils it for me. I couldn't sit in any car and look at that every time I get in it.

cam2502 · « **Reply #11 on:** 28 August 2014, 08:07:05 »

Quote from: 78bex on 27 August 2014, 23:54:25

probably us spec but I like the estate

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XTJd1sLvXxM

Same as ours

Sir Tigger KC · « **Reply #12 on:** 28 August 2014, 11:50:49 »

I've always liked Saab's and that looks like a nice one!

Phil · « **Reply #13 on:** 28 August 2014, 16:38:45 »

Quote from: chrisgixer on 27 August 2014, 23:46:36

Ps, I heard talk of cracking or rusting baulk head issues, with certain Saabs. No idea if true or which models... $:-\$

Watch the wheeler dealers episode on the 9-3 convertable and they go into it along with fitting the Abbot racing rubber and metal thing that stops it happening.

From memory if the steering rack moves on the bulk head when parked and turning the steering wheel its too late

Phil · « **Reply #14 on:** 28 August 2014, 16:42:02 »

Quote from: Mr.OmegaMan on 27 August 2014, 23:41:30

Just pondering possible Omega replacements if mine don't behave.. Not an easy task especially finding something to outmatch a 3.2 Elite,. Which ain't thousands of £££ $:-\$ .. Saab being the cheapest option so far.

Short list really..

Saab 9-5 Hot Aero
Lexus LS430 mini face lift post 2003/53 there about's
BMW E60 530i

It's just a phase most likely currently in the hate part of the Omega Love/Hate relationship

If you are looking at the SAAB estates, then don't rule out the 9-3 with the 2.8 V6 turbo (the turbo X being the 4wd version with the upgraded turbo found in the Insignia VXR) or the Vectra C estate with the same engine.

Equally as good at load lugging as the Omega and pretty much the same ride and build quality. But not sure if thats a good or bad thing!!!!!

The Sheriff · « **Reply #15 on:** 28 August 2014, 18:02:28 »

I heard the High Output Turbos were a problem, but most turbos are after a while.

Mr.OmegaMan · « **Reply #16 on:** 28 August 2014, 20:29:56 »

The sensible car would be the LS430, Apparently better on fuel than a 3.2 Omega and capable of 0-60 under 6 seconds. Never hear bad things about them... Probably the best car for toys available too

This type I have in mind

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201408196718538?

VXL V6 · « **Reply #17 on:** 28 August 2014, 20:32:56 »

Looks very Jap inside though. doesn't look 'quality', although seeing one in the flesh might change my mind.

05omegav6 · « **Reply #18 on:** 28 August 2014, 21:25:24 »

Quote from: VXL V6 on 28 August 2014, 20:32:56

Looks very Jap inside though. doesn't look 'quality', although seeing one in the flesh might not change my mind.

Fixed... think Camry CDX with less laquer

Mr.OmegaMan · « **Reply #19 on:** 28 August 2014, 21:36:05 »

Was a nice experience as a passenger in one, Driving one unsure would need to test drive one, They do feel well built this was a 2001 LS430 the pre mini FL.

I do fear that they might be too big in size though.

dbug · « **Reply #20 on:** 28 August 2014, 23:23:13 »

Nice comfortable cars Jay, and very reliable(might be an issue after Omega ownership

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Mr.OmegaMan · « **Reply #21 on:** 28 August 2014, 23:45:24 »

Quote from: dbug on 28 August 2014, 23:23:13

Nice comfortable cars Jay, and very reliable(might be an issue after Omega ownership )

2 good reasons just there

Sure are comfortable, Can't say from first hand experience on reliability but the word reliability is well known for them, Seen a few done 400k+ and still going strong...

Nice to have that little extra power too, Silky smooth transmission and silent engine with a nice note under load.

If you thought the 3.0/3.2 Omega Elite was well equipped.. Take a look at what the LS430 has especially the later ones 2003-2006

Must resist, must resist, must resist!!!!

Mr.OmegaMan · « **Reply #22 on:** 03 September 2014, 23:14:45 »

This is enough to put me off the LS lexus

http://youtu.be/dCTGHurWA1c

Although it's every 90,000 or 9 years.

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