2003 SAAB 9-3 Linear review from North America
"Would only trade it for an AERO"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Buttons on radio face were worn out by previous owner. Was replaced by the SAAB dealer under the manufacturer warranty.
6 disc CD player skipped consistently making it inoperable. Was replaced by the SAAB dealer under the manufacturer warranty.
Dash light for the emergency brake has never worked while I have owned it. But I find it a trivial issue and I am not worried about it.
The car is a 5-speed manual. There is a mechanical noise, almost a slipping sound that happens when the car moves the first 20 feet. But after happening it will never happen again, til I turn the car on and off again. SAAB dealer was unable to find a solution.
The rear brake rotors and pads wore out. Which is normal, but the price was higher than most.
As mentioned on a previous post, my front end suspension will make a squeaking sound when it is cold out when going over bumps.
As mentioned on other posts, my emblems wore off. I find it unfortunate, but after replacement. They look better than ever.
General comments?
The car handles great.
New tires were put on recently and greatly improved the handling and feeling of the car.
The fuel mileage is excellent.
Great passing power on the highway even with the smaller engine.
Love the comments I get from people. It really is a great looking car that doesn't need after-market accessories to get comments.
The car is black and the finish is good.
Comfortable to drive in all weather.
I have been someone who buys a car very frequently and I have not looked for a car in the year that I've owned it.
I have not own a lot of high end cars, but this is the best car I've ever owned.
Recommended reviews
| A good car with some growing pains that needs better dealerships in the US |
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| 2003 - 9-3 SE Convertible 2.0 turbo Very nice convertible with plenty of style and power |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2003 |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 44000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 66000 miles |
| Previous car | Mercury Cougar |
| Date of Entry | 5th February, 2007 |