Used 1999 Saab 9-3 Consumer Reviews
'99 Saab 4-Dr Turbo Hatchback - the best!
This is my fourth Saab, and it has been the best so far. The construction is solid, with very low road noise. The seating is comfortable both front and back. The handling is tight and reliable. Visibility is excellent. The original sound system still sounds as good today as when I bought the car new. Mileage has also been good--- about 32 mph on the highway, around 24 in-town.
Like the Saab but must have snow tires
I can't believe no one has mentioned how poorly this car handles when there is snow on the roads. I put on some Bridgestone tires, allseason and it still handles bad. I'm told you must have snow tires, $1000 dollars. I have never had a car that needs snow tires. Not safe to drive without them.
- Viggen 2dr HatchbackMSRP: $26,7501,169 mi away
- Base ConvertibleMSRP: $5,9991,276 mi away
I love my HO Saab!!!
I come from a family that have owned Saabs before I was born. This is my first Saab. I have had it over a year in Chicago and love it. It performs excellent in the snow. People can actually sit in the back seat. I was planning to keep it for just the summer, but now I can't get rid of it. The only problems have been a headlight and my A/C fan. At my last tune up they said everything looked great. I highly recommend the HO 9-3.
I love these cars
In October of 04, I bought my first Saab, a 99 9-3 S sedan. for 8 months, I loved this car. Then one June night, I was rear ended by a drunk driver at 40mph while I was at a stop... this car saved me from much pain. Since then, it has been replaced with a 99 9-3SE HOT. The AC Compressor binded, shredding the serpentine belt. $1200 dollars later, all is well. Its a joy to drive, gets a lot of looks, and people assume you paid so much more then you did. Rule of thumb is, this car breaks down less then most, but when it does it hurts the wallet. If you can't foot a 1000 dollar bill bi-annually, then this is not the car for you. I love it to death. Drives great, looks great, worth it.
The road less traveled
Second Saab I've owned. Very practical, fun to drive, reliable and safe. Will probably buy another one when the time comes.