Saab 9-3 Saloon (2002 - 2011) 1.9TiD Vector Sport (150bhp) 4d (07) (2007/57) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Not drawn into the German image race!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Ubercool and understated, but very capable.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Absolutely. Cracking value for money and always plenty of power on tap, coupled with excellent spec.
What are you likely to buy next?
The new 95 when it arrives as a second hand buy.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£14,000
When did you buy the car?
November 2008
Did you get a good deal and why?
Very good deal. Saabs depreciate fairly swiftly so they are a fantastic second hand buy.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Always had Saabs, was replacement for my old 95 Aero.
What was the dealer like?
Excellent, I always use Beechwood Saab (Derby), good honest service and reliable.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Quick, smooth and handles very well indeed. Masses of mid range torque (thanks to Hirsch!), as quick as my old 95 Aero 50-70mph,but with twice the economy!
What's it like to park?
Piece of cake, sensors and clear vision.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No.
What's most practical about your car?
Diesel engine, loads of power but economy too.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Hirsch performance pack, transforms a good car into an exceptional one!
