Saab 9-3 Convertible (2003 - 2011) 1.9 TiD Linear 2d (2008/57) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

That I made a mistake to pick it. Saab clearly think that I must be stupid to have selected one of their sheds.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

They didn't really see it, I rejected the car after a few weeks.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Never. It was poorly made and unreliable, yet at an expensive price (£26K!). The dealer and Saab said that the computer didn't record the faults, so there were no faults to fix! They suggested that I could ring the AA if it failed to start.

What are you likely to buy next?

We have ordered an Audi A4 Cabriolet. (Something from a proper premium brand, not a pretend one).

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£26,000

When did you buy the car?

December 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

We wanted a 4 seat convertible.

What was the dealer like?

The service agent was clueless.

What's it like to drive?

Very ordinary ride and below average handling. The engine to this particular car was sluggish.

What's it like to park?

Average.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Electrcal faults and failures with the side lights, the stereo, air bag warning lights and the windows. The engine didn't start.

What's most practical about your car?

Anything manual, nothing electrical.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

I could plug my i-pod in (to a stereo that didn't work).