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1987 Saab 900 (Classic)

Browse our directory of 1987 Saab 900 (Classic) vehicles. Access instant MOT history reports, tax status, and reliability insights for any registration listed below.

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19 LTM900 DXGBON 31TD102 XVLD110 CLMD11 SABD164 JBXD166 GSGD177 ERVD189 TGHD210 JMPD220 WPUD247 JUBD250 JJTD28 UEVD29 DKVD329 MCLD345 SGPD365 SGSD381 VKJD384 TARD412 OATD43 EACD43 HFKD452 BEHD504 BLXD507 GYND509 OGFD510 OKJD516 CPFD543 RAWD559 YDOD586 XVLD592 WFWD626 VFWD653 SGCD677 GTRD717 EDDD723 HYTD754 DPL

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Common Problems & Reliability

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Serious
1
Moderate
1
Minor

The 1987 Saab 900 (Classic) has 4 known issues. 2 of these are classified as serious faults that could be expensive to repair. 1 are moderate concerns worth inspecting before purchase.

Gearbox Failure

Serious

The gearbox is located underneath the engine and is a known weak point, especially on Turbo models.

Symptoms: Popping out of reverse, Whining in 5th gear...

Est. repair cost: £1,500–£3,000

Body Rust

Serious

Structural rust in the wheel arches and floor can be terminal if not caught early.

Symptoms: Visible bubbling, Soft metal in the boot floor...

Est. repair cost: £500–£2,000

Gearbox Oil Leak and Pinion Bearing Wear

Moderate

The gearbox sits directly beneath the engine and is prone to oil leaks from seals and gaskets. The pinion bearing can also wear, producing a distinctive whine especially in 5th gear.

Symptoms: Whining noise from gearbox, Oil spots under the car...

Est. repair cost: £300–£800

Electrical Gremlins and Warning Lights

Minor

Older 900s suffer from corroded earth points, intermittent warning lights, and failing instrument cluster connections. Central locking and electric window failures are also common.

Symptoms: Intermittent warning lights, Electric windows dropping or failing...

Est. repair cost: £50–£300

View detailed Saab 900 (Classic) fault guide

Buying Tips for the 1987 Saab 900 (Classic)

  • Check hood condition, rear screen and the convertible's hydraulic hood pump for leaks and slow operation
  • Prefer cars with a documented history; check the bodywork around windscreen pillars and the rear wheel arches for filler

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