How reliable is the Saab 9-5? Can I get parts?

I was looking to buy a 2011 Saab 9-5 Vector. Could you tell me whether it's a reliable car and if something does go wrong how easy it would be to source parts?

Many Thanks, Conor (Dublin)

Conor Carbury (Dublin)

Nov 2014 Filed under: reliability

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Expert answer

Hi Conor,

Tread very, very carefully. Saab 9-5s are generally very troublesome, with electrics and suspension being the key weak points. According to Warranty Direct in the UK, it's probably the least reliable prestige car you can drive. 

In terms of parts, it shouldn't be a major issue and there are Saab specialists such as www.saabparts.com from whom to source them. 

To be honest though, you're probably better off going for something else. Maybe track down a nice Volvo S60 T5 instead? Terrific car, that and much more reliable.

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Adviser
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