Buying used, 97' Dodge Ram or 95' SAAB 9000?

Question

Both in good condition, both same price from a buddy of mine.

The SAAB obv. gets better mileage, but if something breaks the repair costs will outweigh the fuel savings in no time.

With the Ram I can do some carpentry on the side when I need extra cash.

My steady job is only 2 miles from my door, so 4 miles round trip daily, we use the wife's car for anything else. So the fuel cost won't hit me too hard.

Other than fuel, what are some deciding factors between these two, they are both in real nice condition, fully loaded and low miles.

Answer 1

Make sure you check the rearend bearings, transfer case if its 4x4 and electrical harness on that year RAM.

Notorious problems in 97

Jock

Answer 2

If i were you i would get the dodge ram, saab's have a reputation for not lasting long and being expensive to fix. It would be better if you could get a v6 ram, and it will last alot longer then the saab.

Lastly, you can find dodge ram's with lower mileage and in overall better condition for a cheaper price then a saab.

Answer 3

I think - you should also compare insurance quotes for these cars before buying one, for example here: http://carinsurance.enacre.net