seeking "Saabaru" info

[dcarrb]

I've been offered a deal on a 2005 Saab 9-2 wagon, 2.5 (EJ-?) non-turbo, 4-speed auto. Seventy-something thousand miles. A gussied-up Impreza. Anybody familiar with this platform/powertrain who could relate common issues? Thanks.

dcb

[svxfiles]

If you buy it you will then feel the need to also buy a gray tweed sport coat with tan leather elbow patches, smoke a pipe and,
gasp,
TALK ABOUT YOUR FEELINGS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[subeman90]

it is a fancy impreza. if it is a good deal and you are looking for one then buy it.

[icingdeath88]

I think they're cool. Basically an impreza, but with a lot less ugly. I'm also pretty sure there is a massive amount of parts compatibility with the subaru versions, which can only be a good thing.

[dcarrb]

Yeah, the guy who owns it has had a couple of Outbacks and an Outback Sport since I've known him, and I told him this is easily the best looking of the lot. Pretty sharp. Leather, heated seats, 6-CD stereo, electrically-adjustable fog lamps, etc.

The offer came up just yesterday and I've not had time to do a bit of research or serious pondering; just wondering it there are any major known issues for which I should be on the lookout. Tissue-paper head gaskets, that sort of thing. Man, I wish it was a five-speed manual.

Another negative: It's from Michigan and it shows. Vowed I'd never own another Salt Belt car.

Thanks for the input.

dcb

[SVXyGirl]

Saabaru at the Subaru Auto X several years ago...

Check with the NASIOC guys. They might be able to help answer your questions.