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Arc's Alright
gtoman, 06/04/2003
2002 Saab 9-5 Arc 3.0t 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 5A)
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Overall, very pleased. I'm still surprised it only has 200hp since its performance belies that number! It's a blast to enter a highway with the rush of acceleration and launching it from a stop light in the Sport mode will snap your neck back.
Meets Expectations
Baron, 03/18/2002
2002 Saab 9-5 Linear 2.3t 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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Got an automatic linear with the ESP, Harmon-Kardon Audio, memory steats, etc. package. Smooth and sporty feel even with snows (these make the car as good as a 4WD in winter where originals are sketchy) Improved suspension from old 9-5 helps but it still understeers a bit. Great trunk room which is key since I went from a pickup to the 9-5.
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- Arc 3.0t WagonMSRP: $2,999451 mi away
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Linear 5speed sedan
newsaabguy1, 03/18/2002
2002 Saab 9-5 Linear 2.3t 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I also shopped the 9-3, X-type 2.5, VW Passat & Jetta, Audi A4, Volvo V40 & S60, IS300 and Nissan Maxima. The combination of performance, style, safety & luxury features, and comfort in the 9-5 were unbeatable at my transaction price just over $28k (thanks to GM employee discount and $3k incentive). Assuming the reliability is there, I might actually keep this one longer than my average of 2 years. I'm glad they resisted the urge to Passat-ize the car with chrome in '02. I think the overall shape will age very well, I really can't see any changes in the interior for '02 except the color & finish of the dash veneer.
saab is great
mario, 03/25/2002
2002 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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what i expirience in this car is amazing i like the style performance and everything about this car i like the seats...........
2002 9-5 Aero - Amazing car
Aerosmith, 03/30/2002
2002 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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The Aero is one of the most underestimated cars on the market. For a couple thousand less than a BMW 330i, I picked up my Aero which blows away the bimmer in terms of performance and fun factor. My cosmic blue also (in my opinion) matches the average Bimmer in looks, too. HP and torque from the Aero engine are equivalent to an Audi S4, but the Aero weighs about 230 lbs less. The result--it's tough to find a sedan that can match the Aero from 30 - 75 MPH. Saab has also done a great job tweaking the suspension--the responsiveness and composure of the car is awesome. Not to mention the great seats!
Impressive car with 168k on it
Brian in Georgia, 06/22/2023
updated 07/01/2024
2002 Saab 9-5 Linear 2.3t 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I purchased my silver Linear 9-5 new in 2002 and still greatly enjoy it. It runs great with original tranny and and A/C system. The black leather interior is of great quality and looks about new. First car I've had for a long time that has not had headliner coming loose. I do keep good care of my cars and do many of the easy DIY service items. Keeping the paint waxed every year and using a car cover held above the roof with SAAB crossbars has kept it looking really good even though it sits outside. There is still a good and friendly Saab repair shop 30 minutes away and that is useful for things like getting the blower replaced as happened this year. Owner of the Saab shop said I should get alot more miles of driving Just changed the spark plugs and ignition cassette again myself which is very easy to do and cost $260 for the readily available parts.
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'02 9-5 Arc Sedan -- great car & value!
redirector, 02/19/2002
2002 Saab 9-5 Arc 3.0t 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 5A)
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Shopping Volvos at Auto Show, came across Saab, sat in drivers seat and was smitten. Visited dealer, drove 2001 Aero, was thunderstruck. Soon, 02 Arc arrived, w/ 5sp Auto, upgraded suspension, was hooked. Saab had 02 Preview Promo with dealer cash, good price on trade, took the plunge. After 1500 miles, I love this car, excellent dealer service. Drives great. Handling composed; quiet at speed, 26MPG freeway, and goes from 50 to 100mph in a snap! Safe, incl. 3yrs maint. Worry-free.
End of the Road
spidaman, 07/07/2006
2002 Saab 9-5 Linear 2.3t 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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After 4 yrs with this car, finally turned the lease in to buy a 9-3 convertible @ 0% financing. My long term impression of this car was quite good. In fact, I had intended to buy this car at the end of lease when the 0% deal came up. There was a small leak in the sunroof from a poor seal when I first bought the car, fixed under warranty. After that, only required routine maintance over 61K miles. Most reliable car I have ever owned over 4 years. The 185 hp sometimes made me wince, and strained at times merging onto highway, but putting in sport mode usually solved all problems. Was excellent in the snow with all-season tires. Never bought the snows, although I live in MN
Great Car!!!!!!!!!!!
mohamed rehman, 03/16/2002
2002 Saab 9-5 Arc 3.0t 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 5A)
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Fun to drive in turbo mood. Excellant music system(have bose in mdx- no match to this one)