Saab 9-3 Hatchback 2.0t S (154bhp) 5d (1999/V) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Much cheaper than other premium brands to buy. And since Saab owners tend to keep them a while, depreciation after purchase is probably less of an issue than with many brands.
Costs
In my experience dealer costs are comparable with other brands, such as Fiat. If dealers are too expensive, try the specialists. Fuel consumption extremes have been 28 to 39mpg. Average is 31mpg. Insurance ok for the performance level.
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On the road
Driving
Not "sporty", but it gives me everything I need.
Performance
It packs a good mid-range wallop overtaking is easy.
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Living with it
Reliability
Perfect. As was the last one (900S).
Image
To me it says affluent, sensible, practical, not agressive, yet respected due to "Saab Turbo" performance image. A quality car.
Comfort
Comfy? Oh yes. Good ride, excellent seats and driving position.
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Security and Service
Security
No one has tried to steal this or my last one, so it does that mean it's good? Anyway, has immob, alarm and deadlocks in case anyone tries.
Service
I suspect that someone in Saab City, London, scratched the car and covered it up, but I cannot prove it. Otherwise the other dealers I have used treat you with respect and leave you with a warm feeling.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None.
Other
Suspension bushes are a known problem, but don't normally need changing unless the noise really annoys you.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes