Sell your 2005 Saab 9-7 for cash

The 2005 Saab 9-7 is a SUV that came with a choice of 4.2L 6-cyl and 5.3L 8-cyl engines. At 21 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2005 Saab 9-7 at a glance

Body styleSport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
Engines4.2L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 4-spd
Drive4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy14 city / 17–19 highway / 15–16 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$4,200–$4,450 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂555–592 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA2 configurations
Age21 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 21 years old, most of a 2005 9-7's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a SUV, it's heavier than a typical car, and scrap weight is a big part of any junk offer. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 9-7. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the exterior lighting, typically around 100,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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2005 Saab 9-7 recalls

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 2005 Saab 9-7. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

VisibilityJul 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V404000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 SAAB 9-7x; 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL; and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier and Isuzu Ascender vehicles. Fluid may enter the driver's door master power window switch module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in…

Risk: A short in the circuit board could lead to a fire, increasing the risk of personal injury. A fire could occur even while the vehicle is not in use. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.

VisibilityJun 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V248000

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 SAAB 9-7x; 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL; and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier and Isuzu Ascender vehicles. Fluid may enter the driver's door module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. A short may…

Risk: A short in the circuit board could lead to a fire, increasing the risk of personal injury. A fire could occur even while the vehicle is not in use. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.

Common 2005 9-7 problems

Owners have filed 25 complaints about the 2005 Saab 9-7 with NHTSA. 2 reports involved a fire.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Exterior Lighting8
  • Electrical System7
  • Fuel System, Gasoline6
  • Suspension2
  • Unknown or Other2
  • Engine and Engine Cooling1

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Exterior Lighting100,000 mi
  • Electrical System100,000 mi
  • Fuel System, Gasoline75,000 mi
  • Suspension177,000 mi
  • Unknown or Other100,000 mi
  • Engine and Engine Cooling75,000 mi

2005 Saab 9-7 service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 546 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2005 Saab 9-7. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment61
  • Equipment60
  • Electrical System52
  • Engine and Engine Cooling42
  • Engine26
  • Equipment24

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJul 2025 · PIP5601C

    This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMay 2025 · PIT5074R

    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMay 2025 · PIT5074R

    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMay 2025 · PIT5074R

    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 4 defect investigations covering the 2005 Saab 9-7.

Exterior LightingRQ17002 · opened Apr 2017, closed Mar 2021

Loss of Headlights

The subject vehicles are model year (MY) 2002-2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2004-2007 Buick Rainier, 2003-2008 Isuzu Ascender, 2005-2009 Saab 9-7X, 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2003-2006 Chevrolet SSR, 2005-2009 Buick Lacrosse, and 2006-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. This scope includes the Trailblazer/Envoy varian

Electrical SystemEA12004 · opened Jun 2012, closed Jun 2013Led to recall 12V406000

Driver's Master Power Window Switch

On August 15, 2012 General Motors (GM) announced a regional recall action (12V-406) involving model year (MY) 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier, Isuzu Ascender and MY2005-2007 SAAB 9-7x vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the salt belt states of Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, I

Fuel System, OtherPE11014 · opened Apr 2011, closed Sep 2011

Fuel level gauge system failure

The office of defects investigations (ODI) analyzed complaint data provided by General Motors (GM) as well as complaints submitted to ODI from consumers.In total, there were 5,089 unique reports indicating an inaccurate fuel level reading while driving.General Motors stated that this condition occurs when the contacts

Fuel System, OtherDP10001 · opened Jan 2010, closed May 2011

Fuel Level Gauge System Failure

The Office of Defects Investigation has received 668 complaints alleging inaccurate fuel gauge reading while driving in model year 2005-07 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier, and Saab 9-7x vehicles.Of the 668 complaints, 58 incidents were alleged to result in a vehicle stall.Of the 58 stalling incidents, 4

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Selling a 2005 9-7: questions

How much is a 2005 Saab 9-7 worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2005 9-7 that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2005 9-7s that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2005 9-7 with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 Saab 9-7; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2005 9-7?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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