2005 SAAB 9-3 Convertible 2.0t

Summary:

OK, not worth $35000

Faults:

Slight rattles

A few trim items (fastener covers) have fallen off.

General Comments:

This is my third SAAB 93 Convertible, but my first GM SAAB. This is not the same SAAB as my last ones. The corners cut since GM yook over are obvious. Small things that make a difference to me. In addition, I couldn't find a manual transmission so I settled for a 5-speed auto. I don't notice the higher horsepower.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No

Review Date: 1st February, 2006

31st Mar 2006, 02:41

Don't mean to offend, but all 9-3 Convertibles have been products of Saab under GM. Only the original 900 convertible was a pure Saab.

However, I do agree with you that Saab, under GM, has cut too many corners and lost that special something that made a Saab a Saab.

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2005 SAAB 9-3 Linear 2.0T

Summary:

Love does comes on four wheels

Faults:

Nothing has gone wrong with this car.

General Comments:

I love this car SO much. I traded in my 2003 530i because of all the wonderful things I had heard about this car. Also my Bimmer's tranny was starting to give me issues. If you have ever had to replace a transmission, you know it takes huge chunk out of your bank account.

My father, who is a lawyer, owns a 2004 9-3 and loves it. I have had the car for 2 months and love it. It's the most rewarding driving experience I have ever had. Other people are always commenting on the car when I take them to lunch from the office. I kick myself in the pants for not buying a Saab in the first place!

For anyone about to buy a new car, I seriously recommend spending the extra money and getting a Saab 9-3.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 14th June, 2005

9th Sep 2005, 18:31

If your "Bimmer" was an 03 like you say then the faulty tranny would be covered under warranty, and therefore cost you nothing.

22nd Jan 2006, 00:11

It would not be covered under warranty if the subject car had exceeded the warranty's mileage limit.

31st Jan 2006, 00:06

Well if your dad the lawyer loves it I must buy!

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