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4.88 out of 5 stars

2006 Saab 9-3 Aero Convert. Fun!!!

Raven777, 04/04/2006
2006 Saab 9-3 Aero 2dr Convertible (2.8L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I was leery at first buying a Saab since many of my friends had warned me that Saabs had many problems. Well so far at ~3k miles they have been wrong. I love this car, it is fun to drive, very fast, and it turns heads. Even BMW drivers look to see, what is that car. The seats are the best ever! The confort is superb. The interior is nicely done with two-tone seats. The stereo though leaves something much to be desired. A Bose system would make a huge improvement. For this class car to not have BlueTooth is a shame, ONStar or not.

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2.38 out of 5 stars

Don't Buy!

Saab Stinks, 10/10/2009
2006 Saab 9-3 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful

Do not buy a Saab! This car is riddled w/ electrical problems! The ECM has a known defect which causes the ABS, Stability Control, Traction Control, brakes all show as failing, then the speedometer and all other dash components stop working! Only fix is to pull over and restart! Talk about dangerous. Saab knows about it and has no fix in sight. Stay clear of this junky car. Bought used 8K and have had it in the shop every month or every other month. Warranty is up in a month and so is my ownership. Time to buy a quality car. All service people at the dealer know be by name- no joke.

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1.25 out of 5 stars

Poor Poor Quality, Do not recommend!!!

kelley5, 09/10/2007
2006 Saab 9-3 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful

Have had it at the saab service center for several electrical issues, windows, radio controls on steering wheels. Brakes and Rotors service. Coolant Reservoir has had to be replaced 3 times in 1 year! Now the suspension or something is wrong with front end contributing to wear on both front tires. I'm back to the Saab Service center!

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5 out of 5 stars

Loving my '06 Saab

Texas Blonde, 10/10/2005
2006 Saab 9-3 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I got this car about a month ago, and am thrilled with it! It is a new color for '06 and I am glad I held out for it... Jet Black Metallic is beautiful! I feel bad parking next to regular black cars, b/c it makes them look bad... Very fun to drive, the turbo accelerates well, it is very zippy... It looks a lot more expensive than it was... Fuel costs are low, I think I've only filled it up once or twice since I've gotten it... Great stereo, the leather is a really pretty color and I love having stereo controls on my steering wheel..

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4.88 out of 5 stars

First Time Saab Owner

Deron, 10/24/2005
2006 Saab 9-3 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Waited a year for the V6 and so glad I did!! Power on demand, just press the gas and you are gone. Exterior styling is very sporty yet classy. Love the look of the Aero so much. Interior is first rate also. No cheap materials or cheap looking plastic. The leather seats are a dream! Driving is light on the steering, yet you feel the road. Steering response is quick and provides enough feedback without feeling it. Love the dash and the layout. DVD navigation is right on! Not a harsh ride at all and could actually be a bit tighter I think. Overall a refined ride, great looks, and excellent feel but has a wolf under the hood! Test drove a 06 BMW 330 and chose the Saab... 'nuff said!

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