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Old 07-24-2004, 09:41 AM   #1
cbc58
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1999 9-5 Engine Compression question

Hi-

I am looking at purchasing a 1999 9-5 2.3L 4cyl with 86,000 miles
and have had it checked by a shop including having an engine
compression test done.

The readings from the cylinders are: #1: 117, #2: 116, #3: 114, #4: 116.

My question is: how are these readings for a car this age with this
many miles ? And how many miles should this engine run ? 250K+?

Also - is there anything in particular that I should check into with a magnifying glass on this car ? When will the timing belt need to get changed?

This is my first Saab so I am unfamiliar with them... but so far I have
not seen or read anything negative on them.

Thanks for your help.
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