2006 Saab 9-3 Pros and Cons at TrueDelta: Owner Pros and Cons by btb58
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Powertrain performance
Able to pass anyone without shifting, all turbo power. Rpms dont have to go over 4k to gain high speeds. Handles extremly well in the snow.
Brand reputation & image
Great design inside and out. Reliability sems to be going up with Spyker. I purchased my 2006 with resaerch that the 2002 to 2004 were very troubled years. Bumper to bumper warranty better than BMW.
Fuel economy
Amazing fuel economy for such a powerful engine.
Exterior styling
Love the Aero sport package, wouldnt buy a SAAB without it. Car is sporty and sexy for a sedan.
Reliability & durability
Creeky interrior parts, I have picked my car apart before the warranty ended. Without that warranty I would have regreted buying the car.
Insurance cost
Insurance would be just as high on any other sports car that I drive. I purchased my car when it was 3 years old with 24k miles, purchased for 16k, car was 37k new.
Quietness
I found the leater touching plastic is where a lot of noise comes from. SAAB makes this excellent door panel and throws on a cheap creeking handel for the finish and fit.
Ride smoothness
Sport suspension is normally a little more stiff. Could be softer, I dont like how I can feel the entire road through the steering wheel.
Past personal experience
1st time Saab buyer
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