Have oil leak at front timing cover and oil pump seal

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Had pvc valve replacement kit done. Was told car still leaking oil from front timing cover gasket and oil pump seal when rechecked.Mechanic informs me needs new new timing cover gasket and oil pump seal .When starting car have noticed black smoke for a minute or so. Noticed oil under the car when parked.Car 2 quarts low on oil after sitting for 3 days.Hesitates a little upon starting.Info center check displays ok.Car has been well maintained with regular oil changes. I use 100% synthetic oil and change performed every 5,000 miles. Car has 105 k miles. Problem started right after driving from NC. to Illinois.Drove.it through mountains in Virginia and West Virginia. Had PVC valve replacement after the trip.

What makes this problem better or worse?

Nothing noted

How long has your 2003 Saab 9-3 had this problem?

A few weeks