Used 2005 Saab 9-3 Consumer Reviews
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Fun to drive, but mostly to the mechanic
Andy, 10/10/2007
2005 Saab 9-3 Arc 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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A great car to drive! Unfortunately, much of that driving was back and forth to the dealership for constant minor repairs. The engine was generally reliable and the handling was great, but the interior was cheaply built and little things kept breaking. I am convinced that the electrical system was possessed; I had problems with the taillights, the stereo, the alarm, the dome lights, and the dash display, all within a 6-month period. All things considered, this is NOT a car I would wish to keep after the warranty expires.
Starting to regret my lease...
saab93owner, 10/11/2004
2005 Saab 9-3 Arc 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I just recently leased the first 05 Arc my Saab dealer received. The lease expires in a year by the way. While the car looks nice and drives nice, the interior leaves something to be desired. The night panel function is lovely but theres too many buttons and cheap plastic everywhere! I'm also not impressed with the build quality. The doors have a junky, tinny feel to them.
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A blast to drive, but at a cost
perks77, 06/07/2007
2005 Saab 9-3 Arc 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I had fond memories of my '83 Saab 900. That car was a tank and simply refused to be driven into the ground. My '05 9-3 has all the gutsy handling the old models did (and then some!), looks great, is quite comfortable and is surprisingly roomy for a car of its size. For a little 4-banger, it really zips along once the turbo kicks in! However, I've had the car in the shop REPEATEDLY for random electrical and mechanical problems that simply should not happen at 30K miles. Some of the interior finish is cheaply done and parts have decided to fall apart at random. This has left me so disappointed that I plan to trade it in as soon as possible.
Saab - Bad Decision
jj, 06/06/2005
2005 Saab 9-3 Aero 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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With less than 2600 miles, this car broke down four times. The fifth time I refused to drive it anymore. I had it towed to the dealer and told them to keep it. During one of the episodes the car just stopped while I was driving, luckily I was in a parking lot and only doing about 15 to 20 mph. Saab tried to compete with some of the quality manufacturers and put in too many gadgets. It was tinny and confusing to run. I knew from the get-go that I had made a mistake but was willing to ride it out. Unfortunately this car's time ran out in less than six months. I took a $15,000 hit when I traded this junk in. Live and learn. I no longer drive a Saab and NEVER will again.
LEMON
jaime, 12/18/2004
2005 Saab 9-3 Linear 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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We first bought this car at a dealership that went out of business,not knowing that. Saab corp., decided not to contact anyone about this. The car has too many electrical problems.The car has been in the shop about 20x the first year. Every time we turn around there is a problem. We will never buy a Saab again, can't wait to sell it. Very disappointed in every aspect of Saab and there corporation. Consider this a LEMON.