2003 SAAB 9-3 Linear review from North America
"Buy it if you love it!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Car moves even with hand brakes pulled.
Hand brakes jammed 3 times until handle was broken.
Hand break fixed at the dealership, car still moves on it's own and bump into a stationary car, insurance pay "me at fault, and dealer refuses to fix dented hood!!!
Power mirror controls are confused to which mirror to control (250$ min)
Driver window does not go up or down anymore, stuck!! window regulator (300$ min)
Black smoke from right side dash board on a hot summer day, then A/C fan stopped working.
Faded handles.
On cold days suspension makes noises; a lot of noises, and CD player skips.
Odometer displays funny looking shapes "don't ask me how" in the summer.
Not sure what the knob in the left side of the driver seat really does!!!
Burnt head light, burned signal light, burned fog light.
General comments?
Car is quick and handles well.
Very stylish and good looking.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 2003 |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 43000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 62000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Rav 4 |
| Date of Entry | 17th February, 2008 |