Used 2003 Saab 9-5 Sedan Consumer Reviews
Used 9-5 for sale
Whose a Snaab
Intermedx, 02/22/2003
2003 Saab 9-5 Linear 2.3t 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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While I generally like my Saab and believe there have been significant improvements in performance and reliability, there stiil seems to be a lack of attention to the uality of the little things. FOr example, headlights routinely burn out. I know this is not just my car as I have seen several other 9-5s with the one-eyed stare. Additionally, the plastic covers for the rear center tail light and the overhead light both broke over the course of three years. The car is extremely confortable and in the Sport mode is a total kick to drive. The key to happy sport driving is to keep the revs up a little to avoid the classic Saab turbo lag.
No Resale Value
TheRonTonDon, 02/20/2009
2003 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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DO NOT buy this car on the used market. Bought mine CPO in 2006 for $19k. Owned it for 2.5 years, still owe $11k on this. Heard from dealer that they are going for $4k at auction. So I'm in the hole $7k. Car is not worth it. Yeah it's quick, gets good gas mileage, and is fun to drive, but that's about it. Reliability is crap. Eats through tires and is in the shop at least 2 times a year. Go with a BMW, you'll be much happier.
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TONY TOMPKINS, 09/26/2002
2003 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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Love the car and it's ablility to perform. I am dissapointed with the build quality. I have creaks and shakes in the dash and surrounding areas. I came from a 5 series BMW, and will go back to BMW. I have had the drivers seat fixed 4 times, and it is still loose from the base. My dealership experience has been less than o.k.
Electronic Nightmare
JDN, 09/27/2010
2003 Saab 9-5 Linear 2.3t 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I purchased this car used and for the first few years it was fine. The last year or two have been a nightmare. Electronic issues and 'Check Engine" lights are a monthly occurrence. For instance the dashboard info display was rebuilt, the ignition switch has to be replaced and the trunk harness which controls the trunk lock and the tail lights was replaced. There is no manual key entry for the trunk. Recently the DI cassette in the engine was replaced ($550) to address the most recent 'Check Engine' light.
More for Less?
B.M.F., 09/26/2002
2003 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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The '03 Aero has proven to be a wonderful car. It's nimble, powerful, comfortable & quiet. The new steering wheel shifting is a nice touch, & the new 5-spd auto always keeps the car in the boost. The Bi- Xenon headlamps are better than all of the Japanese Xenons (better than the Acuras and Lexus GS in particular), & most of the Germans(Mercedes and Audi & BMW)that still use a halogen high beam (Come on guys step up to the plate, you're being left behind!). A world class sedan for not a lot of dough!