Saab 9-3 Hatchback (1998 - 2002) 2.2 TiD SE 5d (2002/02) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
dont know but I have a 21 year old land rover 90 that I much prefer to drive and has been more reliable
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
my children like the car
Would you buy this car again and why?
NO uncomfortable unreliable
What are you likely to buy next?
a 5 year old landrover defender 90 or 110
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£7,995
When did you buy the car?
September 2005
Did you get a good deal and why?
no discount set price on trade in
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
diesel economy
What was the dealer like?
ok stuck to his word on replacement of aerial and headlight and 12 months MOT on purchase of car
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
bumpy ride loosens your fillings even at correct trye pressures serious lack of grip in the wet no support in seats uncomfortable quick when pushed
What's it like to park?
ok
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
New battery required Air con sensor failed needed relacement Air con fails to work intermitently Front tyres wear fast 9k on michelin pilot Non return valves in fuel lines failed needed replacement Rear brakes not working evenly MOT advisory will need full service and disc replacement SID display has given up
What's most practical about your car?
economical low road tax
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
drivers door to get out car at earliest opportunity