Used 2004 Saab 9-3 Linear 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M) Consumer Reviews
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11 Months and still loving my 9-3 Linear
BrianCA, 11/30/2004
Saab 9-3 Linear 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I've had my Linear with the Cold Weather and Touring Packages for 11 months. I love it. The ride is great, it handles like it's on rails, and the car turns heads. The auto climate control works very well, and the heated seats are great. I love the auto stick shift. A real thrill to drive. The major problem with this car is the sound system. The base system is simply terrible. I upgraded to the premium system (13 speakers, 350 watts), and it is simply awesome. Saab shouldn't waste time on that terrible base system. I've had no problems so far, and love this car as much today as the moment I drove it off the lot.
Nice Car but a Quality Concern
jmklwck, 12/07/2003
Saab 9-3 Linear 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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To date the problems have been 1/2 dealership and 1/2 car. It took 9 days to install OnStar, 4 trips to finally fix the cold weather starting problem (software issue), and then the recall of the front axles. I am more concerned about the creaks that are beginning to develop, headboard, seat, and intermittent out of the blue stereo electical miscues. Hopefully the GM portion is rearing it's ugly head. I still love the car but it's tough driving with your fingers crossed. If you have multiple dealerships in your area then I'd support the purchase.
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Too Much Fun !!
Saabldy, 12/27/2003
Saab 9-3 Linear 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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This car is the most fun I have had driving - for the past 50 years! And, I have had a lot of different cars, from Porsche, BMW to VW. Performance on the highway is exceptional. Braking is reassuring. I found it necessary to buy a radar detector!! Great value! Even came with free OnStar.
Slow and quirky
dumpdit, 10/11/2004
Saab 9-3 Linear 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I know, I got the Linear and performance could be better, but the biggest downsides of this car are the random layout of the interior controls and the soggy performance and handling. You have to punch, turn turn punch to go AM to FM and the sound is the worst stereo in recent automotive history. The base engine has bad turbo lag and more torque steer than you would like. Better give it some consideration before jumping out in traffic.
Exceeds my expectations!
Mojodad, 03/18/2004
Saab 9-3 Linear 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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Never considered a SAAB before I saw the special offer they had on my car ('04 linear) in the dealership. Traded in my 02 TDI Golf (worst car ever owned). So far the SAAB has been flawless on the first 1000 miles! Strog engine, high milage and so much fun to drive!!! Equal or better than my 99 A4 quattro with sport package. Still need to get used to the ignition switch location.