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SAAB Buyers Guide By Richard Elliott SAAB Owners Club Technical Editor Updated January 2004It is always advisable to buy a car with full service history. If the service book is missing it may have service history and your local SAAB dealer may be able to help locate this information. It is also advisable to have a potential purchase HPI checked which will alert you if the car has been stolen, written off, or is subject to an outstanding finance agreement. Prices indicated in this guide include parts, labour, and VAT, however they are intended for guidance only.To view guide click on SAAB list belowThe new SAAB 9-5 was introduced in 1998 and replaced the 9000, although the new car doesn't offer a hatchback option. Unlike the 900 launched in 1994, which went through a steep development curve, the 9-5 was well tried and tested before it was launced on the European market so early models are still a good buy. The 9-5 offers excellent value for money, particularly if you buy a high mileage car with full service history. For example an R registered car with 120k mile on the clock may cost around £3500 The good points All are lo [...]