Saab 9-3 Saloon 2.0t Arc 4d Auto (2003/03) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Great value compared to BMW & Audi, but Saab are struggling with GM overlords to make a quality product. Stereo really sucks.
Costs
Main dealer parts ridiculously expensive compared to online genuine parts sales.
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On the road
Driving
The auto is very quick to change up, so on a series of quick urban turns it's better to stay in manual mode, otherwise you'll be waiting for it to change down. Rolls a bit but still fun to drive.
Performance
Again, great bang for your buck. All on account of the turbo, which makes for a noisy engine compared to 6 cylinder cars.
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Living with it
Reliability
No problems so far.
Image
I wouldn't call it cool, but it's a nice shape. Everyone loves the interior & comments that it's like an aeroplane. It's certainly different. Lots of practical touches make it great to live with. Plastics a cut below other prestige cars, but its chearful
Comfort
Seats are a little wide for the slightly built, but everything is in the right place. Lots of kit & toys to play with.
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Security and Service
Security
Need the keys to nick it.
Service
Technicians are great, but the sales service staff never seem able to pass on information from the customer!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None.
Other
None.
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