Used 1999 Saab 9-3 Hatchback Consumer Reviews
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Precision Piece of Machinery
Edan, 06/25/2010
1999 Saab 9-3 SE Turbo 4dr Hatchback
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is my second Saab, but my first GM built one. I have had it for roughly 10k miles now. In that time I've been plagued by problems. Including a front end shake at high speeds that I haven't been able to pinpoint or solve at the cost of thousands of dollars. Otherwise, its got a lot of go and decent gas mileage. The newer Saab hatchback doesn't compare though to the older ones. Also the ride quality is fairly poor, my mom's base model Camry from 1995 is much smoother and quieter on the road. If you like to do your own maintenance, then this is a good car for you. If not, it will just bum you out.
Run From Saab
Rotz, 01/24/2005
1999 Saab 9-3 Turbo 4dr Hatchback
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Here is my SaabStory... I bought his car because my sister had a 1985 900 for 10 years which was bullet proof. Against everyone's suggestion, I bought this 9-3 because; 1. It is not BMW 2. Great styling 3. Good performance 4. Good value. Right, Right, Wrong, Wrong. So I am batting 50%. This car has been a nightmare. I bought it with 30K on it. Since then, it has cost me $200 per month in maintenance. Saab and their dealers have been responsive, but only with the phrase "No". What's gone wrong? Air bag sensors, Electronic Discharge Unit (car doesn't run w/o it), head gasket and turbo and transmission is slipping. There have been a few others. This car looked to be in perfect condition.
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Saab 9-3 SE 4 dr Auto
pmcag, 08/28/2009
1999 Saab 9-3 Turbo 4dr Hatchback
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought a 9-3 with 65,000 mi and have been pretty happy. Don't like the auto climate system - defaults to air cond. in summer. Good fuel mileage. Much more power than my accord ex V-Tech. Oil changes are easy. Keeping my fingers crossed that nothing major happens like an engine seizure due to oil pickup getting blocked.
Great Buy
Boxter72, 10/11/2005
1999 Saab 9-3 SE Turbo 4dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I recently bought this vehicle. I LOVE it. It is one of the greatest cars I have ever driven. Knowing High quality build and performance, I can say that my 1999 Saab 9-3 SE Turbo is an excellent vehicle. Acceleration is wonderful, cruising is comfortable, reliability is amazing, quick response superb, build is extraordinary. This vehicle is a SAFE, RELIABLE, FUN, performance and safety Inspired EXPERIENCE, not just a car. It is a life-time investment that you will not regret for a moment.
The road less traveled
waltwins, 07/24/2002
1999 Saab 9-3 Turbo 4dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Second Saab I've owned. Very practical, fun to drive, reliable and safe. Will probably buy another one when the time comes.