[{"id": 14154879, "authorName": "pumpsiegreen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pumpsiegreen/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car. Please fix the horsepower figure in the description, @bringatrailer", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1712842258, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14154923, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi @pumpsiegreen - the 2009 9-5 brochure specifies 185 horsepower for non-Aero or -BioPower 2.3T examples!\r\n- BaT", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1712842671, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14155253, "authorName": "starspride", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/starspride/", "bidAmount": 1000, "content": "$1,000 bid placed by starspride", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712845767, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14155301, "authorName": "major362000", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/major362000/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bringatrailer I believe that should be 260 hp", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1712846203, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14155966, "authorName": "pursang", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pursang/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This car is the same as my 2006 9-5, except I had a manual transmission. Great car, I miss it. Bought off lease from a panicked dealer who picked it up at auction the week SAAB said it was going out of business. In 2006, the car was Aero spec, but not labeled an Aero. By 2009, all 9-5s were Aero spec. 260 hp larger turbo, 17 inch wheels, lowered suspension, bolstered seats and larger brakes. For me, a very reliable, comfortable and fast car. It was my daily driver for 11 years and 111,000 miles, sold when I retired to Florida. I believe it is still going strong today.\r\n\r\n\r\nIf this was a manual, I would be tempted to bid. 64,000 miles is nothing for these cars. With access to repair advice on the great saabnet.com site and eEuroparts.com site, you can keep these cars going forever.\r\n\r\nGLWTA!", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1712851327, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14156007, "authorName": "euromotorsvc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/euromotorsvc/", "bidAmount": 2009, "content": "$2,009 bid placed by euromotorsvc", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712851612, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14155996, "authorName": "euromotorsvc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/euromotorsvc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "All US market 2009 9-5 were 260hp, it's not a 1999 9-5 - come on BAT do your research right!\nI wish this was a Wagon - and any other color. That said Great car and GLWS!", "likes": 14, "timestamp": 1712851659, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14156109, "authorName": "mistressofmotors (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mistressofmotors/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for your feedback! @pursang", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1712852341, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14156622, "authorName": "pursang", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pursang/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@euromotorsvc :\r\n\r\nI wasn\u2019t fond of the Snow Silver color at first, but after I acquired my Snow Silver 9-5 I grew to like the color. It always looked clean between washes and didn\u2019t really show scratches. I was looking for a Nocturne Blue or dark silver when this came along. I had two Citrin Beige SAABs before the 9-5, that was also a color that others thought boring, but I liked because those also always looked clean. Go for it!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1712855352, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14159702, "authorName": "gMBmw", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gmbmw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bringatrailer All US spec 9-5s in 2009 had 260 HP. You are looking at a European brochure.", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1712865438, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14163110, "authorName": "DeusEquitare", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deusequitare/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mistressofmotors (The Seller) -- Will any videos of driving, walkaround w/ electricals demo, cold start, and interior w/ its features demo go up? Is the front passenger seat back (lumbar area) showing the sun's reflection moving around on it (pics 75, 82 - 84) or is there a stain or abrasion on the otherwise beautiful leather? BTW, CARFAX shows a conscientious and carefree maintenance record for this fine 9-5. Thank you. \n\nFellow BaTTers, any input comparing your 2.0T to 2.3T drivetrain experience would be appreciated and thanks for clarifying the 260 HP top end. My SAAB miles have all been in 99s and 900s; in 4 cars when SAABs were \"fr\u00e4mst svenska.\" Thanks in advance. . . .", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1712895981, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14163630, "authorName": "Sixtyin6", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sixtyin6/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@DeusEquitare I can\u2019t speak to the 2.0, but having several 2.3T\u2019s they are awesome. They remind me of a 2stroke with excellent torque for the displacement. Deceptively quick in gear. The speedometer climbs much quicker than the feel of speed. Amazing overtaking power on the highway. They are a real gem to drive.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1712925014, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14163735, "authorName": "SAABDreams", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saabdreams/", "bidAmount": 5600, "content": "$5,600 bid placed by SAABDreams", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712926390, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14163826, "authorName": "mistressofmotors (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mistressofmotors/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@DeusEquitare Yes videos coming soon and there were several photos with very harsh sunlight. Happy to provide additional photos/ videos to clarify and show off the beautiful interior & exterior of this vehicle. You are spot on - this vehicle was meticulously maintained!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1712927678, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14164264, "authorName": "Hailwood", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hailwood/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Fantastic highway car. I worked at the Delphi Tech Center in Rochester, NY. The plant we supported was in Grand Rapids, MI. As we had to be there regularly, my 2.3T 5 Speed was a favorite, and times started to get competitive. Dan and I set the record in the 9-5 at 6:15 door to door. Which included sitting at the Peace Bridge and in Sarnia waiting to cross the borders. The QEW was the closest we had to a North American autobahn! And the best part, when you arrived after sustained hard driving, our backsides were none the worse for wear. Many have said, \"best seats ever\". With Aero spec, I would love to do a proper road trip in this car. GLWTA.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1712931972, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14164324, "authorName": "DeusEquitare", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deusequitare/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "$6,000 bid placed by DeusEquitare", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712932464, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14164835, "authorName": "pursang", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pursang/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Sixtyin6: Never experienced the automatic, but I agree that a roll on from 40 mph in third gear on an empty highway in a 260 hp Aero was exhilerating. A great Q ship.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1712936926, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14167025, "authorName": "SaabFan4", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saabfan4/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Hailwood- very cool story! I live 5 min from that Delphi plant in GR", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1712946980, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14170190, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks all, we've updated the horsepower figure in the listing.\r\n- BaT", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1712959434, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14171375, "authorName": "DeusEquitare", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deusequitare/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Hailwood -- Your 'Gumball Rally' record from Delphi TC to Grand Rapids is good on 2.3Ts.\n\nOn Nov 14 1980 a certain 99GL Combi Coupe ran Danville, VA to the Kennedy Ctr on US 29 in 3 hrs over ~240 mi. for an avg 80m/hr to attend Copeland's 80th bday hosted by Rostropovich and Bernstein. Walking into the concert hall the audience stood to applaud. No, not the driver, but President Carter & Rosalynn who had arrived at their box in sync with the driver, who looked over his shoulder to see the object of their applause. Carter had just lost to Reagan. Sally asked \"What kept you?\" It was quite a rush as we took our seats to Fanfare.\n\nThe concert was a joy and that mini-Gumball record might still stand for SAAB.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1712971991, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14173225, "authorName": "C15A1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/c15a1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mistressofmotors - the description mentions that this is being sold on behalf of the seller's estate. Is the owner deceased, and if so will there be documentation from the Executor or Personal Representative of the estate that the car is free from any probate process? Thank you and GLWTA.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1713020091, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14178614, "authorName": "mistressofmotors (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mistressofmotors/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi @C15A1 yes there is documentation that the seller has inherited the vehicle and is cleared to sell. As a part of the process with BAT we had to provide these documents for review and approval.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1713048370, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14180220, "authorName": "xzx3hy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/xzx3hy/", "bidAmount": 6200, "content": "$6,200 bid placed by xzx3hy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1713098833, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14184246, "authorName": "DeusEquitare", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deusequitare/", "bidAmount": 6300, "content": "$6,300 bid placed by DeusEquitare", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1713123875, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14199587, "authorName": "mistressofmotors (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mistressofmotors/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1713294364, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14199574, "authorName": "mistressofmotors (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mistressofmotors/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Quick walk around and cold start video above !", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1713294384, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14199872, "authorName": "SAABDreams", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saabdreams/", "bidAmount": 6900, "content": "$6,900 bid placed by SAABDreams", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1713295400, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14202045, "authorName": "blriley", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/blriley/", "bidAmount": 7000, "content": "$7,000 bid placed by blriley", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1713302667, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14214348, "authorName": "SAABDreams", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saabdreams/", "bidAmount": 8200, "content": "$8,200 bid placed by SAABDreams", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1713443318, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14214735, "authorName": "C15A1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/c15a1/", "bidAmount": 8500, "content": "$8,500 bid placed by C15A1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1713447606, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14214880, "authorName": "SAABsick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saabsick/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is a delightful car to own and drive. I've been driving and owning SAABs since the late 1960's and my current 2007 9-5 Aero is the best ever. It is a fully evolved design going back to 1988. Perfectly comfortable. Logically laid out. Very attractive and, when fed 93 octane, FAST! 30-100 mph is violently quick in Sport mode. Just jamb your foot to the floor and try to concentrate. Carry a spare Ignition Cassette in the trunk and keep the gas tank at least 1/4 full. Mine is at 197K mi and rock solid.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1713449074, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14215053, "authorName": "blriley", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/blriley/", "bidAmount": 8600, "content": "$8,600 bid placed by blriley", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1713450502, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14215095, "authorName": "mistressofmotors (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mistressofmotors/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1713450839, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14215409, "authorName": "FlaRudy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flarudy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Saab cars always grab my attention, especially with an Ocean Reef plate! This one looks great and maybe the lucky winner can pick it up at Ocean Reef?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1713453482, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14215521, "authorName": "C15A1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/c15a1/", "bidAmount": 9000, "content": "$9,000 bid placed by C15A1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1713454346, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14216302, "authorName": "trademark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trademark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This 9-5 is in fantastic condition. To the seller @mistressofmotors, you've done a great job with your first BaT auction with your presentation and engagement in the comments. I wish you well along with the estate and bidders and hope it hits the #s needed to meet reserve.\r\n\r\nI remember this Saab from 2022 and for reference, if anyone has not looked at it, it was listed by @1600veloce, the top seller on BaT. They do not list any cars that are not Grade A examples of their given makes. With that said, I would bid with full confidence here & good luck to all.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1713459592, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14216345, "authorName": "mistressofmotors (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mistressofmotors/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for the kind note and feedback @trademark! Much appreciated !!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1713459797, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14216444, "authorName": "paulpop", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/paulpop/", "bidAmount": 9100, "content": "$9,100 bid placed by paulpop", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1713460288, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14216488, "authorName": "mistressofmotors (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mistressofmotors/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good luck everyone!!! Thank you for participating.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1713460500, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14216516, "authorName": "C15A1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/c15a1/", "bidAmount": 9250, "content": "$9,250 bid placed by C15A1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1713460570, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14216565, "authorName": "mistressofmotors (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mistressofmotors/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The RESERVE is now OFF!!! Good luck bidders!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1713460753, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14216569, "authorName": "paulpop", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/paulpop/", "bidAmount": 9500, "content": "$9,500 bid placed by paulpop", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1713460768, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14216571, "authorName": "MDRB235", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mdrb235/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These are great cars. Plenty of power, solid ride and comfy seats. And the reserve is off?? Buy it folks!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1713460772, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14216597, "authorName": "C15A1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/c15a1/", "bidAmount": 9600, "content": "$9,600 bid placed by C15A1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1713460879, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14216620, "authorName": "paulpop", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/paulpop/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by paulpop", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1713461010, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14216643, "authorName": "xzx3hy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/xzx3hy/", "bidAmount": 10400, "content": "$10,400 bid placed by xzx3hy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1713461133, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14216669, "authorName": "xzx3hy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/xzx3hy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 4/18/24 for $10,400 to xzx3hy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1713461254, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 14216661, "authorName": "trademark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trademark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Best value proposition on BaT right now.\n\nHappy for you @xzx3hy ~ Great deal and car!\n\nNice work again seller @mistressofmotors", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1713461331, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14217293, "authorName": "gnomehome815", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gnomehome815/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Incredible price for this car. Congratulations!!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1713463112, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14219041, "authorName": "lewtus", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lewtus/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have the 2007 version of this same miles California Arizona car in great shape... It's a great car. Love those vented seats. \r\nI bought mine a few years ago for $3,400....", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1713468983, "type": "comment"}]