Used 2005 Saab 9-3 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl Turbo 6M) Consumer Reviews
Used 9-3 for sale
I wish I never bought it
Topgun, 01/15/2008
Saab 9-3 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
One of the first problems is poor support from the dealership. Within the first few months the leather seat split. Not in a seam but across the leather itself. Dealer couldn't tell the cause so they wouldn't stand by it. Front spoiler is so low you can't turn into a graded driveway without it scraping. I broke mine going through snow. So far the sunroof, Stability Control (ESC)have required repair. The windshield wipers have gone bad twice. To add insult to injury the colored plastic part of the front and rear medallions have come off. Top this off with a paltry 19 MPG and you'll find that IKEA couch you bought was the best thing to come out of Sweden.
Inconvenient
Michelle, 05/30/2008
Saab 9-3 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
I love to drive this car. It is fast, it responds well, and is very comfortable. However, I have had many problems since day 1. It came with a bad battery which died the day after I bought it. There was a recall on the coolant tank which I wasn't informed about; had to wait until my hood was smoking to find out. The saab service agents don't care and fail to inspect my entire car when I bring it in, so I have to keep going back. Speakers are fuzzy. Just replaced another battery and a corroded switch. Seems like there is always something wrong with it. I now have to replace the front and rear break pads and rotors at 36,000 miles.
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Frustrating/Disapointing Experience
HK Pearson, 08/20/2008
Saab 9-3 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought the car 20 months ago and it has been in the shop 12 times. Most were warranty items. Replaced the coolant reservoir 4 times and the coolant temp sensor 5 times. Very disappointed in the car. Love to drive it, when it is running. Other warranty items have been stereo cuts in and out, wiring in door loose, replaced the tires 3 times in 37,000 miles, and replaced struts and shocks already.
Sticking By It!
Rhonda, 07/18/2008
Saab 9-3 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
OK, so the driver door of my Aero Sedan may have a prickly little habit of coming loose and nearly falling off unless I tighten the bolts every few weeks, but I'm chalking it up to charm. Really. I've owned Acuras up until buying this Saab, and sure those will get you where you want to go, but they just don't have the same kick and flair of this car. I truly love driving it and that counts for something in the trend of mundane cars and dull driving experiences.
Love my Swede Racer!!!
Aero Power, 07/04/2009
Saab 9-3 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car in March 2008 after many months of research. I wanted something upscale but not the same thing everyone else had (G35, 3- series, A4, etc). I found myself leaning toward the Swedes so it was down to the 9-3 or the Volvo S40. I drove the S40 and the turbo lag was scary so I drove the 9-3 and was sold. The only problems I've had were the coolant reservoir needing to be replaced (under warranty) and my ignition switch failed after a few drops of coffee spilled in it. The dealership replaced it free as a courtesy but said the next one is my expense ($700). Everyone loves my car and they say it's perfect for me! I hope Koenigsegg can help Saab survive!