Used 2005 Saab 9-3 Consumer Reviews
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I'm suprised they don't sell more
newsaabowner, 02/10/2005
2005 Saab 9-3 Linear 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I'm new to the SAAB world. I am a car nut. I considered this car based on price. If I could have afforded it, I would have gotten the 325i. I didn't want an accord or a camry. In terms of price, this is a similar car to an accord with leather when you calculate the lease. But the saab gives you soo much more. You can't beat the safety items on this car..large tire, large brakes, stability control, traction control, #1 in safety both side and frontal. This car is small on the outside, huge on the inside. I got the manual 5 speed. It's a nice stick...not as nice as the bmw, but nice. I am tremendously happy with this lease and I'd do it over and over again. Very zippy on the highway!
I love this car!!
Chris Wright, 12/22/2005
2005 Saab 9-3 Arc 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is spunky and fun to drive. The gas mileage is exceptional on the highway...I get about 32 regularly. I test drove the BMW 325i, and I liked this car much better...hands down.
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Lots of Bang for the Buck
JTS75, 10/28/2005
2005 Saab 9-3 Linear 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Had my '05 9-3 for a year, and no problems other than a faulty radio which was warrantied without hassle. It's FWD, so it's just not quite a Bimmer 330 or a A4 Quattro, but then again your not going to get a deal on either of those vehicles like you will on the 9-3 if you look hard enough. Indeed, with that factor considered, I think the Saab is probably the best overall value in the entry-level lux- sport sedan class. Manual version is a blast to drive and the turbo makes it peppy enough to be fun. Handling is tight and braking is exceptional. Build quality is OK, there's a few cheesy design features that will bum you out a bit. Oh and the stereo is horrific. Other than that, great car!
Big improvement
dso, 08/25/2005
2005 Saab 9-3 Aero 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
i had an '03 that gave me no problems other than a squeaky top in cold weather. Love ragtops, and was considering Audi, or BMW. Redceived SAAB early termination deal, coupled with GM program, which would save me quite a bit, so i looked at the SAAB Aero and fell in love with it. Black on black is a hot car. great seats and interior, although I think trunk is smaller. Miss the fold dowm back seat, but it had to be sacrificed for the pop-up rollbars. Still haven't figured out the displays.
Very Expensive after Warranty
Robert, 11/16/2007
2005 Saab 9-3 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The car has been a great driving machine. That's the good. The bad... right off the start, the car was in the shop numerous times for electrical issues. The sunroof would not close properly, the windows would not go up, and other misc. electrical issues. At least they were covered by warranty. Now, out of warranty, I have the car in the shop at this very moment for the belt and tensioner to be replaced, the solenoid, the filter, and to check the coolent system. $1200. Now they just called me and said that the radiator needs replacement at a cost of $1100. The car has been disappointing in the repairs area. I have also had to have the brakes and rotors replaced at 40,000 miles.