[{"id": 6236057, "authorName": "phoreigncars", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/phoreigncars/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I met a retired Saab engineer working as a docent at the Saab Bilmuseum in Trollhattan. I asked him to name his favorite Saab and he very confidently gestured to the Imola red 9000 Aero on display. Phenomenal cars on many levels. Fast, safe, practical, distinctive, and a very rare sight these days. GLWA.", "likes": 19, "timestamp": 1621295511, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6236101, "authorName": "john.eding", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/john.eding/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Someone paid $11k for a Saabaru on BaT last month so, if there is any order in the cosmos, this car should be worth a heck of a lot more than that.", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1621296489, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6236103, "authorName": "308GTBi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/308gtbi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Those seats are spectacular. I\u2019ve admired them since the 9000 Aero was first released.", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1621296517, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6236138, "authorName": "Pistol_Pete", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pistol_pete/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@phoreigncars comment hits the nail on the head. If this does not have the dreaded TCS, a source of much trouble , this is a winner. Check out the front seats which are over the top for comfort. Need to haul something large? Open the rear hatch & the space is cavernous. The owner of the Saab dealer where I bought several Saabs told me that the average income of buyers of the Saab 9000, when new, was $120,000. Wish I could be in the game on this one but the timing is not right. GLWA!", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1621297377, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6236151, "authorName": "gsmith9215", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gsmith9215/", "bidAmount": 2500, "content": "$2,500 bid placed by gsmith9215", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621297524, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6236244, "authorName": "JIMMY", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jimmy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great color combo for an Aero -- very few people know how fast these cars are.\r\nThis one needs a little work but try to find one that has not been driven into the ground.\r\nWe need a driving video that shows full boost -- the supplied vid just makes it look like it does not get boost. Thankfully this one does not have TCS (traction control)\r\nGLWTA, it's a beauty!", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1621299489, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6236362, "authorName": "IndiBlue", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/indiblue/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful 9K. But remember, Bring a DI Cassette! GLWTA", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1621301483, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6236392, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi all, welcome to my 9000 Aero auction. Thank you for the kind introduction and comments @phoreigncars @john.eding @pistolpete @308GTBi @IndiBlue and of course @JIMMY, the guru, who is right- no TCS here. And no shortage of power. I just tend to drive like a grandma these days. I\u2019ll get a better driving video", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1621301965, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6236428, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These seats are so amazingly comfortable. Prior to owning it, I was always told that these were the most comfortable seats in the business and boy were they right. I have driven it on my 50 mile commutes and it is such a pleasure to sit in. \n\nWhite 9000 Aeros are also very rare as @JIMMY mentioned. One of the threads on Saabnet claims this is 1 of 103 imported in all the years. White was only available in 93 and 94. I am not sure of the interior combos available with white, but suffice it to say it is probably less than 1 in 50 for the year. I have taken it to cars and coffee and people love it, although many have forgotten what a 9000 is! I would love to keep this one forever, but I also wish I had a 20 car garage. c\u2019est la vie!\n\nThanks for the opening bid @gsmith9215.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1621302650, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6236457, "authorName": "pumpsiegreen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pumpsiegreen/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Absolutely gorgeous 9000! Looks great in white, especially with the black interior. These seats are the most comfortable I've ever come across. Am I correct that the SRS light is on (and stays on)? Do you happen to know why? @JIMMY is absolutely right - they're fast! Third gear is an absolute blast.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1621302753, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6236460, "authorName": "pumpsiegreen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pumpsiegreen/", "bidAmount": 3900, "content": "$3,900 bid placed by pumpsiegreen", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621302776, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6236524, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@pumpsiegreen - thanks for the bid, and yes the SRS light is on and stays on. Sorry not sure why but it\u2019s been that way since I have had it.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621304240, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6237074, "authorName": "SAABDreams", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saabdreams/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Some of the 94 9000s had a problem with the SRS wiring harness.I remember a few of these getting replaced under warranty back in the days. Before doing this it would be best to read the diagnostic code. It may be something else.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1621338964, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6237123, "authorName": "gsmith9215", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gsmith9215/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@hobbsm3. If you pull the radio and get me the serial and model numbers I can get you the code for it. Saab dealer in upstate NY here. Happy to help", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1621340739, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6237177, "authorName": "captaindan427", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/captaindan427/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Faster 50->75 top gear acceleration than a contemporary Ferrari Testarossa or Porsche Carrera 4!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1621342091, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6237259, "authorName": "thecoach", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thecoach/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Why are you selling? I have one and they are becoming ohhhh so rare", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621343427, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6237316, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@gsmith9215 - appreciate the offer! I am out of town for work and will return Friday evening. I will try to get that info to you. If you don' t mind hitting the contact seller tab, I would love to retain your info. I also have an SPG and a CE coupe, so you would be great asset. Thanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621344344, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6238316, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@thecoach - it was a tough decision that I will probably regret. I have too many cars and am paring down my fleet. Trying to keep wife happy too!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621358497, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6239257, "authorName": "gMBmw", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gmbmw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I vividly remember seeing this car parked while visiting friends in Houston a few years ago. It's just as gorgeous in person.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621364652, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6240069, "authorName": "mk1spyder", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mk1spyder/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My buddy had a black one and man it put down more torque on the dyno than a mustang V8 with a few mods. Its stupid that they dont have a LSD from the factory. They are silly fast and so sleeper. As others have said the seats are uber comfy and they have a distinct interior smell unique to the car. They dont sound the best exhaust note wise, but definitely the most torque out of a 4 cylinder I've ever witnessed.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621368643, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6240599, "authorName": "kconatymd", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kconatymd/", "bidAmount": 4500, "content": "$4,500 bid placed by kconatymd", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621371462, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6241425, "authorName": "Dorsal900", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dorsal900/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@hobbsm3 - well, I guess that I have one of the other 49 white 1994 9000 Aeros! Mine is also a 5-speed manual, but has a grey interior. Has been my daily driver, but it seems that they are now becoming \"collectable\". Yours appears in generally better shape than mine, but I have 203,000 miles - and it gets parked on the street during the summer while my Volvo 1800E sits in the garage. Good luck with the auction, will give me some idea whether I should retire my car!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621375455, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6241743, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@gMBmw - you just might have! When I park it in front of my place, people always comment on how they haven\u2019t seen one of these in so many years. Always a great conversation starter!\r\n\r\n@Dorsal900 - maybe you should. These are true relics of a bygone era! And I dig your username - I\u2019m waiting for someone with volar9000 to chime in!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621378789, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6241922, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Appreciate the bid @kconatymd!\n\nAnd I forgot to mention - my mechanic just changed out the top motor mounts.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621382263, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6242035, "authorName": "Stentr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stentr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "White is perfect because this is truly a sheep in wolf's clothing. It could almost keep up with M5s with tons more space at half the price. Was hoping to sneak in and steal this one, but the BAT brotherhood clearly knows their stuff and this gem should do really well. GLWTA!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1621383980, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6242040, "authorName": "Stentr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stentr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Lol. I meant wolf in sheep's clothing! Sorry", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621384105, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6242048, "authorName": "swhme", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/swhme/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Absolute stunner! I\u2019ve always wanted one of these...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621384243, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6242423, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks @swhme and @stentr - much appreciated! I have been fortunate to own most cars from this era that we all love - the e28 M5, the e30 m3, the 190e 2.3 16, and the 850R wagon to name a few. This 9000 Aero is the undeniable underdog, accomplishing 95% of what these other gems do, without self indulgent glory. Along with my 97 993 C4S and 95 Arles Blue Defender, this will be on that list of cars that I will truly miss. It takes anything I throw at it and just returns love, like your trusty 4 legged friend.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621390050, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6243250, "authorName": "everydayisagift", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/everydayisagift/", "bidAmount": 4700, "content": "$4,700 bid placed by everydayisagift", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621429521, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6243447, "authorName": "kconatymd", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kconatymd/", "bidAmount": 4800, "content": "$4,800 bid placed by kconatymd", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621432170, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6243637, "authorName": "Twurts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/twurts/", "bidAmount": 4900, "content": "$4,900 bid placed by Twurts", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621434813, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6248518, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Appreciate the bids @Twurts @everydayisagift and @kconatymd", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621473619, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6249581, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A few pics taken at a recent cars and coffee with some of it\u2019s Swedish brethren", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1621517552, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6250445, "authorName": "mk1spyder", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mk1spyder/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by mk1spyder", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621527924, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6253101, "authorName": "H58VAH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/h58vah/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Do you actually know why the SRS light is on?\r\nWhat is the TECH-2 or ISAT telling you the error code is?\r\nHas anyone inspected the clock spring behind the steering wheel?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621544190, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6253617, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@H58VAH - Sorry, I don't have the answer, and presently out of town for work. It's been that way for years and I haven't looked into it.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621546463, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6254464, "authorName": "Dorsal900", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dorsal900/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The SRS module is extremely sensitive, and will get triggered for unknown reasons, perhaps due to celestial misalignment. My previous 9000 (yes, I had a CSE Turbo before my Aero!) would trigger the light on a seemingly random basis, but a couple of times due to a weak 12 V battery, and required the special SAAB ISAT tool or a Tech-II to reset it. A factory recall added a plastic rain shield to protect it from from leaks originating above, i.e. leaking heater cores. \n\nA previous owner of my Aero addressed the problem in a different, more expedient way - removed the SRS light bulb from the dashboard.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1621555065, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6255093, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for the insight @Dorsal900", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621566865, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6255248, "authorName": "Diamond_Dave", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/diamond_dave/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I enjoyed a 94 9000 Aero 5MT for about 10yrs. Hands down my favorite car; especially after the 3\u201d turbo back exhaust and Bilstein suspension. \r\n\r\nWatching this auction!\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite features is that when you remove the rear headrests to fold the seat forward, they store on the C-pillar and stay out of the way.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621572132, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6256078, "authorName": "Twurts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/twurts/", "bidAmount": 5100, "content": "$5,100 bid placed by Twurts", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621608799, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6259215, "authorName": "mk1spyder", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mk1spyder/", "bidAmount": 5300, "content": "$5,300 bid placed by mk1spyder", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621631143, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6262845, "authorName": "SaabFan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saabfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Always liked these in white. A proper driving video, showing / holding full boost, would go a long way to validating the car is in proper working order...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621712286, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6263236, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hey guys, I got back in town last evening and was able to get a few driving videos, which I will get uploaded shortly. The car develops boosts and accelerates just fine. It appears the boost gauge is not functioning, something I had not noticed before as there is no shortage of power. I talked to my mechanic and he thinks it most likely is a vacuum hose connected to the guage that may have dislodged. Unfortunately I have had to head back out of town for work for a few more days. But I will try to get that rectified.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621719087, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6263881, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Added a few trunk and spare pics. It truly is cavernous! It also has the privacy cover for the trunk.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621738146, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6265430, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for the bids @mk1spyder and @Twurts!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621794207, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6267120, "authorName": "Twurts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/twurts/", "bidAmount": 5400, "content": "$5,400 bid placed by Twurts", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621809974, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6267466, "authorName": "mk1spyder", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mk1spyder/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "$6,000 bid placed by mk1spyder", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621818577, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6267513, "authorName": "coastie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/coastie/", "bidAmount": 6100, "content": "$6,100 bid placed by coastie", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621819689, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6267620, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Welcome and thanks @coastie!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621822645, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6268184, "authorName": "Turbojager", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/turbojager/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have been looking at BAT daily for many years, have never bid because I have too many cars as it is and have never felt strong enough about anything to leave a comment until now. As someone who has owned new 1984 Saab 900 turbo, a 1988 SPG, a 1995 Aero, and a 1996 Aero, I can't believe this is not getting the money a SPG would get. The Aero is a much better car, that's why I still own my 2 Aeros and the 900s are long gone.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621861557, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6268497, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi everyone, \r\n\r\nNew videos have been added to the gallery,\r\n\r\nHappy bidding!\r\n-BaT", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621867278, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6268576, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi all, \r\nWe uploaded a few short driving videos. I was dealing with rain and Houston traffic so apologies in advance for them not being the best. But you can see the acceleration is brisk. \r\n\r\nI wanted to thank everyone for their insight comments and bids. I will be here to answer any last minute questions. Thanks again!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621868366, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6268752, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Rarer than white e30 m3s! \ud83d\ude00", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621870857, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6268801, "authorName": "Hugh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hugh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I owned a 1993.5 Aero, 5-sp., Imola Red over Black. One of my favorite cars ever owned. It could swallow so much gear with the back seats down that it boggled the mind. I agree completely with the previous comments regarding the seats, again, best i ever experienced. I experienced a fair amount of repair cost over the 4 years of ownership, partially because of PO deferred maintenance, partially because it was a half-year new model. After doing coil packs i finally threw in the towel, regrettably. I kept hoping the most recent expensive service would be the last for a while, but no. I loved that car, and bet the new owner of this one will, as well. GLWTA-", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621871438, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6268823, "authorName": "JIMMY", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jimmy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Things to consider....\r\nSRS light, boost gauge, condition of oil filter, condition of driver's seat, sagging headliner, radio inop., Service history in past ten years.\r\nThe most troubling one for me is the boost gauge. Low or no boost can be expensive to repair.\r\nWhen was the last oil change?", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1621871729, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6269112, "authorName": "Twurts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/twurts/", "bidAmount": 6200, "content": "$6,200 bid placed by Twurts", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621875573, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6269098, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hey @JIMMY - thanks for sharing that. Your input is always appreciated. Oil change was ~7-8 months and maybe 500 miles ago. It was not a daily driver but excercised regularly. Happy to have that done again. Have service records that document history. And carfax report that shows it too. Driver\u2019s seat shows wear commensurate with age. Headliner for most part is good. Small area in the rear that was starting to fall. Not a perfect car but a Fun and rare one that will put a smile on your face whenever you get in.\n\nThanks for the comments @Hugh", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621875589, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6269143, "authorName": "FDeViva", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fdeviva/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Turbojager - @hobbsm3 - I\u2019m friends with the two grandsons of the owner, one of whom, is the current owner of the oldest Saab dealership in the country. Both still operate Saab shops and other sundry autos. They both view the 9000 as superior to 900 by far. I\u2019ve owned 2 900, 2 Viggen, no 9000 yet. I\u2019m a fool or so they say.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621876036, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6269211, "authorName": "SaabFan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saabfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for the extra videos. I certainly would not qualify that acceleration as brisk... my 9-5 Aero or Viggen would each VERY much leave this 9000 in the dust, leaving me to suspect there is an underlying issue here... hopefully addressed by fitting fresh spark plugs or finding a vacuum leak?\r\nHad a '96 9000 Aero ~20 yrs ago that needed Trionic ECU replacement to get past base (mid-yellow) boost. Still remember that bill, which ran 4 digits. \r\nNot to be negative, this is a true unicorn, no rust, and overall appealing. Would be nice to see it brought to closer to \"perfect\"!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1621876758, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6269285, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks @Saabfan - this is a true unicorn. It can be definitely brought close to perfect. The videos are not the best secondary to confounding factors of rain and traffic. My window for getting those was limited. Unfortunate timing. \n\nThat said, it probably won\u2019t come close to your Aero or Viggen. But I have a 20k mile Viggen and going back and forth between the two, I can assure you this doesn\u2019t feel like a slouch.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621877664, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6269308, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@FDeViva - never too late to get into a 9000", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621877783, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6269391, "authorName": "cbrett", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cbrett/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "dang! that is a stunning 9000. someone will be very happy. GLWTA @hobbsm3!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621878499, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6269552, "authorName": "H58VAH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/h58vah/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If you don't have access to TECH-2 or ISAT, I have both which covers that car, so give me a shout and I can swing by, check the DTC and reset it, if it can be reset.\r\nIf you live in the area I think you do, you're about 15 minutes from me...\r\nBase boost is most probably a leak, which you generally hear or, more likely those god awful and totally un-necessary APC bypass valves.\r\nBy pass that as well...\r\nThis is July '93 build - I have one of those in the UK, pre FM gearbox... makes for interesting clutch replacement.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621879478, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6269586, "authorName": "FDeViva", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fdeviva/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I do like Cali, Zona and Texas. That helps the outside. Internals are the question as per@SaabFan and @JIMMY - our resident Saab guru. If @H58VAH is offering to shed some light it could help open up the bidding.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621879664, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6270005, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@H58VAH - hey, I don\u2019t have access to either. Can you hit the contact seller button? Would love to have your insight. I\u2019m by the Rice area. Much appreciated.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621881605, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6270565, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hey @H58VAH - appreciate you reaching out. As soon as I get back, I\u2019ll reach out and have the code rectified for the new owner. Thank you again.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621884517, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6270894, "authorName": "coastie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/coastie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice area of town. I'm maybe 15 miles away.\r\nOr 4 hours if HWY 59 is chock-a-block.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621886377, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6270957, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@coastie - thanks. Can\u2019t tire of the mature oaks and parks. And, you are spot on!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621886637, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6271445, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hey all, as we begin the countdown, feel free to reach out or hit the contact seller with any questions.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621889192, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6271596, "authorName": "FDeViva", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fdeviva/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@hobbsm3 - what did @H58VAH scan tell you?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621889809, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6271728, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@FDeViva - I\u2019m back out of town for work, so we will look at when I get back and rectify it.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621890348, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6271910, "authorName": "coastie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/coastie/", "bidAmount": 6400, "content": "$6,400 bid placed by coastie", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621891418, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6271911, "authorName": "Twurts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/twurts/", "bidAmount": 6500, "content": "$6,500 bid placed by Twurts", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621891428, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6271918, "authorName": "85Airflow", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/85airflow/", "bidAmount": 6666, "content": "$6,666 bid placed by 85Airflow", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621891468, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6271920, "authorName": "Twurts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/twurts/", "bidAmount": 6800, "content": "$6,800 bid placed by Twurts", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621891482, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6271939, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks @Twurts @85Airflow @coastie!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621891558, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6271940, "authorName": "coastie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/coastie/", "bidAmount": 7000, "content": "$7,000 bid placed by coastie", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621891562, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6271942, "authorName": "Twurts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/twurts/", "bidAmount": 7100, "content": "$7,100 bid placed by Twurts", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621891571, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6271948, "authorName": "coastie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/coastie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Adios, take care out there.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621891606, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6271957, "authorName": "Bendik", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bendik/", "bidAmount": 7300, "content": "$7,300 bid placed by Bendik", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621891661, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6271959, "authorName": "Twurts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/twurts/", "bidAmount": 7400, "content": "$7,400 bid placed by Twurts", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621891669, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6271964, "authorName": "TheUnderminer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theunderminer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Twurts is going to Saab if he doesn't win this...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621891716, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6271965, "authorName": "Bendik", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bendik/", "bidAmount": 7500, "content": "$7,500 bid placed by Bendik", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621891728, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6271981, "authorName": "Twurts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/twurts/", "bidAmount": 7600, "content": "$7,600 bid placed by Twurts", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621891800, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6271997, "authorName": "Bendik", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bendik/", "bidAmount": 7700, "content": "$7,700 bid placed by Bendik", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621891894, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6271998, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks @Twurts and @Bendik. Appreciate the bids!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621891899, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6272009, "authorName": "Twurts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/twurts/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hmmmm..... :-D", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621891964, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6272014, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Go for the unicorn!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621891987, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6272018, "authorName": "Twurts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/twurts/", "bidAmount": 7800, "content": "$7,800 bid placed by Twurts", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621891995, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6272027, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You may not see a white Aero for sale in a long time!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621892081, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6272033, "authorName": "Anonymous", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Reserve not met on 5/24/21 at $7,800", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621892117, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 6272068, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks everyone. We were getting there.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621892321, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6272157, "authorName": "randlaw", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/randlaw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "How much further did we need to go?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621892893, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6272160, "authorName": "citrogek", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/citrogek/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is a gorgeous 9000 Aero, with plenty of enjoyment left. However, the doubt concerning the SRS light and particularly concerning the turbo boost (gauge) kept me from bidding. I hope these issues are addressed, and that this Aero resurfaces somewhere for sale soon!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1621892911, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6272162, "authorName": "FDeViva", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fdeviva/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@hobbsm3 - I think if you get those questions answered it will be an easier sell. You should try to work out a deal with the three highest bidders. I\u2019m holding 6 cars, working down to 3 so I can get back to 4.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1621892917, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6272164, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Twurts - sent you a message.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621892919, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6272190, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@randlaw - res was $2k away", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621893049, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6272201, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks @citrogek @FDeViva - yes indeed!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621893125, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6272230, "authorName": "randlaw", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/randlaw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car. Sorry I missed it. I\u2019ve owned more than 20 new Saab\u2019s starting with a 96 through 99 turbo and ending with a NG 9-5. Love and miss the marque", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621893227, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6272269, "authorName": "TheUnderminer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theunderminer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very much enjoyed all the seller interaction, we really need more of that on BaT. We appreciate you @hobbsm3. Congrats to all on a well run auction.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1621893443, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6272277, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Much appreciated @TheUnderminer - I wish my schedule bode well with this auction to cast away doubt.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1621893511, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6278215, "authorName": "pdebonis7", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pdebonis7/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hobbs I didnt see this auction can there be a future conversation? Not sure of the rules", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1621981602, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6337836, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Update: Boost gauge is fixed and works like a charm now! Mechanic removed the dash cover and replaced the vacuum hose. Also replaced a vacuum hose in the engine bay. Works like a charm @citrogek @Bendik", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1622983268, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6337838, "authorName": "hobbsm3 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The boost gauge is now functioning! Mechanic removed the dash cover and replaced a worn vacuum hose. Works like a charm now @Bendik @citrogek", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1622983357, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7995454, "authorName": "saabguy97", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saabguy97/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm curious as to if you ever sold the 9000? This was a great example of an really cool car.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1645887551, "type": "comment"}]