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      03-22-2024, 09:32 AM   #1
Alfisti
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Drives: 2008 Saab 9-3 Combi
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Former 28i owner considering higher mileage 35i

It's been a while, wifey had a 2012 28i and i always had a soft spot for the car but we needed a larger family vehicle.

Fast forward 10 years and I DD a 2008 Saab 9-3 wagon. I like the car (I despise new cars and their relentless warnings/tech annoyances) but it needs a lot of work including new aircon, pads/rotors and new shocks. I only do about 4K KM (2500 miles) per year as I WFH. The body is in remarkably good shape rust wise though looks beat to death as it lives outside.

I'm considering a 35i X1 in great shape but higher miles (150k KM). Other than the water pump, what should I be most mindful of buying something of this vintage with this engine? I know there's the usual wear items (tyres/brakes/leaky suspension etc) that I would get checked via a PPI but what are the big ticket, absolute must know items on this vehicle with the I6 engine?

Thanks in advance.
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