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4.13 out of 5 stars

Great car, does not hold its value!

Snaab1, 02/02/2007
2005 Saab 9-3 Linear 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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This has been a great car. We received fantastic and professional buying experience from the dealer. Car has been getting awesome gas mileage (32 MPG highway), has been relatively reliable (3 burnt headlights in 14 months but other then that perfect) and is very comfortable and fun to drive. One thing I would like to caution is maintenance after free period becomes very expensive. My biggest complaint is this car does not hold its value at all. I have received offers of less then half the original purchase price from several different dealers, including original dealer, for trade in. The car is only 14 months old and is in showroom condition. It lost 13K in 14 months. GM discounts :(

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5 out of 5 stars

Great car for the money!

Michelle, 02/01/2007
2005 Saab 9-3 Linear 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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All around great car. Gas mileage is higher than expected. I average 26/35 with very good passing power. This is the first Saab I have driven and it impressed me so much that I bought it on the spot.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Just a Nice Car

Bob, 12/30/2007
2005 Saab 9-3 Linear 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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My 9-3 has been very reliable with the only problem a couple of burned out headlight bulbs. The car is quick, quiet, comfortable, safe, nioe looking and extremely fuel efficient. My complaint is the handling. This is NOT the sport sedan Saab makes it out to be. The steering is too light, the suspension is too soft, the car leans excessively in turns and loses traction over any road irregularities. There is plenty of torque steer as well. "Born from Jets", I don't think so.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Bare bones facts.

Joseph G, 04/15/2005
2005 Saab 9-3 Aero 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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This vehicle is awesome ! I test drove the "big three", re: Audi-4, BMW 325CI and the AERO. The AUDI and BMW have the performance issues you may be looking for, but they lack the comfort and driving ease of the SAAB AERO. The SAAB AERO driver seat is much more roomy than the other two, so if your a big man, re: 6 feet or above then your knee will be bruised in the AUDI or BMW. This car is really the only choice for comfort and style. I recommend you test drive all three on the same day to really get a feel for what I am saying.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

stu's saab

stueat, 10/09/2004
2005 Saab 9-3 Aero 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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great pick up, fun to drive,

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