2005 SAAB 9-3 Linear review from North America
"Read this before you think about buy a Saab"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Had many problems for the beginning
Lots of interior noise, widows rattling, creaping suspension, overall terrible craftmanship and quality.
Button's coating peeling.
Cheap sound on radio.
Terrible value retention, lost most of its value in a short time.
Expensive parts, most mechanics unfamiliar with these cars.
Dealer's own mechanic admitted that these cars are not made like the older models.
And many other short comings!!
General comments?
This is really a bad car. Drives great, but is cheaply made. It creeps and windows rattle a lot, making it a real disappointment. I was so disappointed with this car I finally gave up after two years. I took a huge loss, but traded in for a Honda Accord. The Saab are really no-longer the same cars they wore. What a shame! Avoid this cars at all cost, avoid them like the plague.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 t Automatic |
| Performance marks | 2/10 |
| Reliability marks | 1/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 22000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Accord |
| Date of Entry | 19th November, 2007 |