Other Saab 9-3 (1998 - 2003) models:

  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Sensible, reliable maybe a bit boring.

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

    Family dont like it coz its not the prettiest of cars.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Defiantly with out a doubt.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Renault megane or other little hot hatch. only because of growing family.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £350

    When did you buy the car?

    July 2009

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes, fantastic.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Partner brought from scrap yard as a project car.

    What was the dealer like?

    Lovely, still go back to get parts if needed.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    It is so lovely. very smooth and as ours is the 2.0l turbo its very quick on pick up.

    What's it like to park?

    So easy you could do it with your eyes closed.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Very few things have gone wrong. Pulley on fan belt went last year but considering it had never been changed and the age of the car it was to be expected. Other than that no other problems.

    What's most practical about your car?

    PARKING SENSORS!!!!, god send, my reversing is not that great to be honest but im fantastic in this car.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    All the safety equipment. never have to worry about it where ever i park it. Alarm is brilliant and not temperamental at all.