Used 2004 Saab 9-3 Consumer Reviews
Used 9-3 for sale
Not as bas bad as the reviews suggest
annonymours, 12/18/2005
2004 Saab 9-3 Linear 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is the 3rd saab I've owned and the first since GM took over. All my Saabs have been good to me as far as reliability goes. I've never had any problems and have only had to replace tires in addition to routine maintenance. My only complaints about my 9-3 is that for the price, it should have more performance/HP and the interior material quality is noticeably inferior to my older 2000 9-5 wagon. Braking and cornering on this car are excellent. Acceleration is not, but it handles well at higher speeds and on the highway. You can probably get more out of a car for the same price, but it won;t look as good. As for the reliability of my saab 9-3, I have no complaints.
An underated fun car to drive
anthony, 10/03/2009
2004 Saab 9-3 Aero 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
Unfortunately Saab gets bad press here in the States. This is a fun car to drive, handles well and the one fact overlooked is it's a safe car with many safety features for a convertible. I've owned many cars over the years and drove as much. The seats (where you spend most of your time) are extremely comfortable unlike the BMW convertible. A virtual maintenance free car that's a pleasure to own and drive.
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Oh my
johnstone48, 07/03/2008
2004 Saab 9-3 Arc 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Good looking. Nice lines. Horrible electrical system. Just had to get seatbelt replaced for $675. Are you kidding me? My first and last Saab. Too many bothersome electrical problems such as sunroof, saab infotainment, security system, etc. It's a shame because it's a great looking car but the little issues keep me from coming back.
Wasn't impressed at all
Steve, 08/01/2007
2004 Saab 9-3 Arc 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have been back to the dealership 8 times in the last 3 months. Here is a list of problems: 1. security lock system failure 2. electronic stability control failure 3. turbo failed at 37k miles 4. outside temperature sensor broke 5. Needed to add oil in between oil change 6. loud clicking sound when making sharp turns.
People Smiler
jtp, 01/28/2004
2004 Saab 9-3 Aero 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
This is my 3rd Saab, though first in 20 years. Never owned a car that made people break into big smiles before, though I suspect the electric lime/yellow has a wee bit to do with it. (What's the point in owning a conservative convertible, anyway?) Reluctantly traded in my 98 Jaguar XJR. Except for sheer power -- the Jag would get to 60 in 5.2 seconds -- the Aero appears far the better car. Tighter build, slick 6-speed, handles fabulously and the power curve suits the car well. Audis and BMWs are boring and dime-a- dozen in the Bay Area. They hold zero cachet. This car gets noticed (and I mean that in a positive way).