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4.63 out of 5 stars

I never thought I'd like a Saab

Comet335, 07/23/2010
2001 Saab 9-3 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I purchased a pre-owned Saab 9-3 5 door automatic with 79,000 miles on it as a second car. I LOVE IT! I would rather drive this car than my new Lincoln. Great engine, sporty, nice looks. I have only had to replace a sensor ($300) in the engine. Great car for the money.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Saab 2001

Phylclar, 02/15/2003
2001 Saab 9-3 SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Outstanding value for the price- all th efeatures of a luxury car with superior performance to boot.

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5 out of 5 stars

Viggen Convertible

Squirelly, 01/23/2004
2001 Saab 9-3 Viggen 2dr Convertible (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

Great car across the board. Excelelent performance on acceleration, handling, braking, and gas mileage. Great deal for high performance classy car with distinction. Not many Viggen owners with less people familair with them which offers exclusivity.

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2.25 out of 5 stars

GM can't build Saab

Glickchick, 11/25/2003
2001 Saab 9-3 SE 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

This is the second Saab I have leased. The difference between the last car and this one appears to be that GM has taken over production. It is appointed only slightly better than a Chevy and is considerably less reliable and performance-oriented than my last Saab. Of specific concern is the suspension; it is too low and the car is prone to flat tires and suspension problems.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

watch out!

Diana, 05/19/2010
2001 Saab 9-3 SE 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
5 of 8 people found this review helpful

Bought this cute little car 5 years ago. After the first 2 years I had to replace the engine. One year later I had to replace the engine again. VERY costly. Expect to have at least $250 - $500 in mechanic bills quarterly. Other than that, i love how it looks, how it handles, the size, the interior. Just wish it was better built.

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