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>>the last 9 years on non-routine maintenance (everything other than oil
>>changes pretty much). I got this cost from averaging my bills from an >>
>
> I will point out here that there are plenty of routine maintenance items other
> than oil changes. For example, brake pads/rotors.
>
>
>>the next 50 to 100K miles from current owners. I'm not a trained mechanic so
>>do-it-yourself is not a savings option. My current mechanic is very honest >>
>
> I am not a trained mechanic either, but every time something breaks on my car,
> I get a little closer to being one :)
>
>
>>I'm asking becasue I've got a new driver in the family coming on board next
>>year. My spouse is leaning toward a car with airbags for the new driver >>
>
> Ah, my parents got rid of an older 900 turbo as I approached driving age, and
> replaced it with a non-turbo airbag model.
Smart parents! My daughter is NOT driving my 900 turbo!
>
>>(safer?). I've recently inherited another vehicle for my use. I may want to
>>cut loose of the '89 and buy up to a newer model. All part of the decision
>>matrix. TIA
>>
>>
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> It's a tough call, as I'm sure you are aware. If you have somewhere to keep it,
> you might consider keeping the '89 and also getting another car. You probably
> won't get much money for it anyway, and you can always unload it later. But
> you'll never be able to get another one-owner 1989 Saab.
>
> John
>
I concur. You will not get much cash if you sell the 1989 900S. If it runs great and it is costing you $1,000 a year - keep it. What kind of car would you get for a car payment of $83 a month? At least you know the history and the original owner of the 1989 900s :-)