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#1
Love the car, hate it's reliability!
Source: MSN Autos

...Pros: Stylish and good on gas. Cons: Before buying this car, search for saab forums like sabcentral.
This brand is plagued with many very recurring problems like bad turbo charger at 80k miles or better, bad vales, bad hydraulic lines and ram/cylinders, unstable electronics and so many more.
I bought this car after studying it on this site. After all, it's got a high rating here.
Don't take my word for it, just google the repairs I've mentioned, they are frequent and the parts and mechanics are rare and absurdly expensive.
Overall: Fun car to drive, frequent and expensive...

#2
GREAT used car - would have never bought it new
Source: Edmunds

...I bought this car sight unseen in Sep 2010 from a dealer (found it on Autotrader).
The car had 86k miles on it and the Carfax showed it had been properly maintained.
I paid $5,900, which included shipping, taxes, etc.
Cheap! Prior car was a 1999 Saab 9-3 SE hatchback so I already was familiar with its quirks.
I have only put about 2k miles on it so far but must say that so far it is the BEST car I have ever owned. FUN!...

#3
best car ever
Source: MSN Autos

...Pros: Great car for all types of weather Cons: Nothing it is perfect Overall: Wonderful...

#4
2000 Saab 9-3 Hatchback Auto
Source: Edmunds

...I had to replace the same wheel hub twice in less than 10,000 miles. I am pretty sure that all of them were going bad and i only had 160000 miles on it and the fuel pump went out on me. I also had to change out the radiator before 150000 mile. There was a problem with the driver seatbelt which made me want to get rid of it. I thought that because it was not american built that i would get at least 200000 miles out of it. Not even close. This car was not built for car seats at all. My kid tried to put his car seat up front...

#5
Earned Respect
Source: Edmunds

...Even though the 2.0T for Audi and VW has been rated very high I know internally that there are still issues with oil consumption and slug in models that this engine has been used in, and thats why I would never purchase anything containing their 2.0T. The new styling in 08 really for me was a winner. I had appreciated the older design, but wasnt a fan of all the plastic rubbing strips and trim that was visible on the outside of the car. I was happy to see that the facelift was focused on the outside and left the interior relatively untouched. The only thing that I wish had been standard on...

#6
If This One Ever Breaks Down I'll Buy A Saab Again, Damn Sure Of That!
Source: CarGurus

...for an 11-year old car this car rocks! full-option 2200 turbodiesel, 120 horsepower.
Build quality's rock-solid, never needed a serious repair, just the usual maintenance. Leather-seated, it is as comfortable as it is fun to drive! It has a gas/mileage of 8L/100Km...

#7
2010 Saab 9-3 Aero
Source: Cars.com

..."This is my first Saab and judging from my experience so far it definetly won't be my last
!! It is THE most comfortable car I have ever owned!
It's so much fun to drive and it has everything I am looking for in terms of features and options.
The only option my car does not have is the navigation package.Pros:*Comfort*performance*Handling*Saabs XWD system is excellent in bad weather!*Lots of features included in the Aero model...

#8
My Little black Dress that i just can help but love
Source: Edmunds

...Well to start of it is a 2001 Saab Viggen and i adore this car.
Yes as with most cars stuff has broken or has gone wrong but nothing that if u know how to use the internet can easy be fixed for a cheaper price.
well this is my Second Saab 9-3 and my first Viggen.
I love the car for its low stance its after market rims and the most important that tiny coke bottle displacement engine with its shop vac sized turbo.
I dont drive it hard cuz it gets noticed more going low and slow witch is what i like (less speeding tickets) but out on the high was its stable, flat and has more...

#9
proven faithful
Source: Edmunds

...The ride from the Volvo wagon was superior to those other long jobs! Incredible comfort and a joy to drive, even as a stick shift. I still love it and won't part with it because it is the best vehicle I have ever owned! Recently I bought an '89 Sedan on Ebay for $400.00! It still looks new! Same with the wagon, I really don't want to part with it. If you get a chance to buy one, do so! '88-93 are the best models. The reviews here are all TRUE! Why did Volvo stop? Who knows! The wagon still gives a better ride than the sedan in my opinion...

#10
WARNING - Research Saab Forums - Frequent Expensive Repairs
Source: MSN Autos

...There are web forums dedicated to people with problematic Saabs. Not just mine, all of them. They're great when newer, but don't buy one that's more than 6 or 7 years old. The repairs are expensive and you can't get parts in regular auto parts stores. Google Saab Forum and just start reading. I wish I did before I bought this car. Research: Saab Turbocharger, Saab Convertible Top, Saab Ecotech Engine, Saab Stereo Problem, (not a standard double-din either), Saab Headlights, Saab Electrical Problems, Saab Hydraulics Overall: This is a fun little sporty car. When they're new, they're pretty...


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