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YS3FB45S651032306 — 2005 Saab 9-3 Linear — auction IAAI | MaxUsAutos

2005 Saab 9-3 Linear

Lot #40175440 · VIN YS3FB45S651032306

🇺🇸 IAAIFront End

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RiskHigh

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ConditionDoes Not Run

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What does the damage type «Front End» mean

Front-end damage typically results from head-on collisions, intersection accidents, impacts with obstacles (signs, curbs) or animal strikes. Beyond the visible body panels, internal mechanical components are often affected.

What may be damaged

hood, front bumper, grille
headlights, fog lights, turn signals
radiator and engine cooling systems
engine itself, mounts, and fuel systems
safety systems (airbags, seatbelts, pre-tensioners)
wiring harness and sensors

What to keep in mind

degraded handling and acceleration
reduced effectiveness of active safety systems
accelerated engine and cooling system wear from hidden leaks
collision risk from faulty lights or sensors

What we do to make sure the deal goes smoothly

Expert lot reviewBefore bidding, our expert analyses photos, VIN history and damage — an honest verdict plus a full turnkey budget.

Ocean freight insuranceFull-value coverage for the duration of shipping. Terms stated in the contract before departure.

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Auction IAAI · Lot #40175440

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Estimated turnkey price in Ukraine532 109 ₴≈ 11 951 USD

1 · Auction price3 000 USD

2 · Shipping + insurance3 250 USD

3 · Import duty + excise + VAT4 190 USD

4 · MaxUsAutos services + broker1 000 USD

5 · Certification + registration191 USD

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History of this VIN

VIN YS3FB45S651032306 history

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Reliability & recalls

Common problems: Saab 9-3 2005

Owner complaints filed with the US NHTSA database: 95. Of these — crashes: 4, fires: 2.

Most-reported systems

Suspension
29
Seat Belts
22
Air Bags
12
Electrical System
9
Fuel/Propulsion System
5
Service Brakes
5

Official recalls

Seat Belts
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2011 Saab 9-3 Convertible vehicles manufactured July 30, 2003, to February 15, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the driver's side front seat belt retractor may break, causing the seat belt webbing not to retract.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt retractor, free of charge. The recall began on October 6, 2015. Owners may contact Saab customer service at 1-800-955-9007. GM's number for this recall is 14222. Note: Special Coverage 10086 will replace the passenger side seat belt retractor if it fails, free of charge, for the life of the vehicle.
NHTSA campaign: 14V318000
Fuel System, Gasoline
TI AUTOMOTIVE IS RECALLING CERTAIN FUEL PUMPS, PART NUMBERS TU456 AND TU303, SOLD UNDER VARIOUS BRAND NAMES AS AFTERMARKET AND REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE MOTOR VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP MAY SEIZE, STOPPING THE FUEL FLOW TO THE ENGINE CREATING A STALLING CONDITION.
Remedy: TI AUTOMOTIVE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND WILL REPLACE ANY DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP WITH A NEW OR REWORKED FUEL PUMP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 22, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TI AUTOMOTIVE AT 1-866-867-3759 OR LOG ON TO WWW.RECALLRESPONSE.COM.
NHTSA campaign: 11E009000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
CERTAIN SPORT SEDAN AND CONVERTIBLE PASSENGER VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITH A VACUUM PIPE CHECK VALVE FOR THE BRAKE BOOSTER THAT MAY FAIL FROM EXPOSURE TO ELEVATED TEMPERATURES. THIS COULD RESULT IN SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER BRAKE ASSIST, USUALLY WITH LITTLE OR NO WARNING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW REDESIGNED CHECK VALVE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 17, 2006. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.
NHTSA campaign: 05V236000

Source: NHTSA (USA). This is model-level statistics, not a report on this specific car.

2005 Saab 9-3 Linear

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What may be damaged

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What we do to make sure the deal goes smoothly

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