Saab 9-3 Convertible 2.0t SE (154bhp) 2d (1999/V) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Cheaper than a BMW with toys.
Costs
30mpg out of town, even with the roof down.
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On the road
Driving
Shakes over bumps, but goes where you point it.
Performance
A tortoise below 1,000 revs, then good fun.
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Living with it
Reliability
Trim replaced, two gearboxes, lots of problems.
Image
Looks as good as anything with the roof down.
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Security and Service
Security
Immobiliser and alarm, even with roof down. Locks in reverse.
Service
So many problems, so many trips to the garage.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
New clutch.
Other
Plastic hood trim broke. Seat base replaced twice (scratched by seatbelt).
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No