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YS3ED48E9Y3054448 — 2000 Saab 9-5 — auction Copart | MaxUsAutos

2000 Saab 9-5

Lot #80613474 · VIN YS3ED48E9Y3054448

🇺🇸 CopartMechanicalKeys included✓ Runs & drivesSold

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2000 Saab 9-5, Mechanical, Copart, VIN YS3ED48E9Y3054448 · photo 1 of 12

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What does the damage type «Mechanical» mean

"Mechanical" flags a fault with the engine, transmission, or another major mechanical system. The exterior may look pristine, but buying without understanding the specific issue is a considerable risk.

What may be damaged

engine or gearbox
cooling system
fuel system
drivetrain

What to keep in mind

high repair cost — from $1,500 to $10,000+
vehicle often does not start or drive

Our advice: Only bid on these lots if you own a workshop or have a clear understanding of the exact fault. A free expert consultation can help you assess whether the numbers make sense.

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 Copart · Lot #80613474

Expected lot priceto be confirmedMarket value of the intact car in the US: 4 696 USDThis lot sold below market. We'll price one like it turnkey — no overpaying.

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✓ We inspect the lot on request — specialist video report✓ Fixed $500 commission, no hidden fees✓ Delivery + turnkey customs clearance in 45–60 days

Estimated turnkey price in Ukraine545 568 ₴≈ 12 270 USD

1 · Auction price3 000 USD

2 · Shipping + insurance3 250 USD

3 · Import duty + excise + VAT4 508 USD

4 · MaxUsAutos services + broker1 000 USD

5 · Certification + registration191 USD

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History of this VIN

VIN YS3ED48E9Y3054448 history

1 time

Auction dates are shown in US auction time (ET), regardless of your timezone settings.

PhotoLot #AuctionDateOutcomeFinal bidSeller

NEW#80613474You are here

Copart

Jan 6, 2025

SoldPrice unknown

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Reliability & recalls

Common problems: Saab 9-5 2000

Owner complaints filed with the US NHTSA database: 102. Of these — crashes: 1, fires: 5.

Most-reported systems

Electrical System
53
Service Brakes
16
Hydraulic
14
Fuel System
12
Engine And Engine Cooling
12
Gasoline
10

Official recalls

Electrical System
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH B205/B235 4-CYLINDER GASOLINE ENGINES AND B308 6-CYLINDER GASOLINE ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE OVERHEATING AND BURNOUT OF THE ISOLATED GATED BIPOLAR TRANSISTOR (IGBT) WITHIN THE IGNITION DISCHARGE MODULE (IDM) DUE TO INCREASED SUSCEPTIBILITY TO ELECTRICAL LOADS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT TO SEE WHAT VERSION IDM IS IN THE VEHICLE AND REPLACE THE IDM IF IT IS A VERSION BUILT PRIOR TO THE INTRODUCTION OF QP3. AN INTERIM LETTER WILL BE MAILED TO OWNERS IN OCTOBER 2005, INFORMING THEM OF THE CONDITION. PARTS ARE NOW AVAILABLE AND OWNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED TO BRING THEIR VEHICLES IN TO THE DEALERS TO HAVE THE IDM REPLACED BY LETTER DATED MARCH 13, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.
NHTSA campaign: 05V399000
Air Bags
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." THE AIR BAG ALERT LABELS MAY NOT BE PERMANENTLY AFFIXED AS REQUIRED BY THIS STANDARD.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL CLEAN THE SUNVISOR SURFACE AND APPLY A NEW AIR BAG ALERT LABEL ON BOTH SUNVISORS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 30, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.
NHTSA campaign: 01V168000
Wheels
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, IF AN OWNER CHANGES THEIR WHEELS/TIRES BETWEEN SUMMER AND WINTER USING A STEEL WHEEL IN THE WINTER AND AN ALLOY WHEEL IN THE SUMMER, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR RUST AND CONTAMINATION TO BUILD UP ON THE WHEEL HUB DURING THE STEEL WHEEL USAGE. IF THIS OCCURS AND THE CONTAMINATION IS NOT REMOVED, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT AFTER THE TIRE CHANGE SERVICE, SOME OF THIS CONTAMINATION COULD FLAKE OR GRIND AWAY RESULTING IN REDUCED CLAMPING FORCE OF THE WHEEL TO THE HUB. OVER SEVERAL SEASONS, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THIS REDUCED FORCE COULD RESULT IN FRACTURES DEVELOPING IN THE WHEEL BOLTS DUE TO WHEEL TO HUB MOVEMENT.

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

2000 Saab 9-5

Vehicle specifications

What does the damage type «Mechanical» mean

What may be damaged

What to keep in mind

What we do to make sure the deal goes smoothly

VIN YS3ED48E9Y3054448 history

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Damage & condition

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