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Second Saab 95
Saab Owner Greg, 06/29/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Very responsive and fun to drive. Extremely comfortable seating and controls.
Great driving car
jsima, 01/20/2009
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought it used with 28000 miles. This is a really great driving and performing car. Have had many problems, but all were fixed by dealer under good factory warranty. Gas mileage is very good and performance is outstanding. I get 28 - 30 mpg highway driving on a regular basis. 5 speed
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FRANK BAKER, 01/24/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
BEST VEHICLE FOR FAMILY. WE BOUGHT FOR WIFE BUT I DRIVE MORE THAN SHE DOES. VERY QUICK AND HANDLES WELL. I'M 6-2" A LITTLE DIFFICULT GETTING IN BUT ONCE IN VERY COMFORTABLE. TURBO REPLACED AT 40,000-WARRANTY COVERED. I USUALLY DRIVE GMC TRUCK 2500HD.
texas aero
texassaab, 01/30/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car has personality...not as prolific as the German competition. My mettalic silver Aero feels like it has unlimited power on tap even going 70 mph on the freeway.
Welcome to The State of Independence...
Michael_LA_CA, 10/02/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I admit it; they had me at 'Welcome.' I was captivated by a marketing campaign aimed at winning buyers from new, diverse demographics. To my own credit, I still did my homework and heavily researched several other vehicles. I read endless consumer guides and reviews, online and in print, that covered everything about these cars from environmental ratings to crash test results to resale values and more. In the end, spreadsheet in-hand, I test drove the Audi A4, the BMW 3 series, the Volvo S60, saving the Saab 9-[3] [my pre test drive pick]. Then, at the showroom, I was again captivated. This time by a sexy, black 9-5 Aero Sedan. For fun, I decided to test it. They had me at 9/10's of a mile.
aero
deltaomega, 10/16/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
i dont know what there talking about the the turbo not kicking in in lower rpm but this car has 258 ftlb torque at 1900 rmp so the turbo kicks in after u already take off with all that torque for continuous acceleration id like to see a bmw do that for this price
Saab 95 Arc wagon
momn8r, 12/04/2003
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Fun to drive. Great pick up. As much fun to drive as my old Infinti I30. OnStar is no longer a standard feature as the 2003 model. The audio has that Delco sound.The whistle sounds when the keyless remote functions are acivated are obnoxious. Alarmed when "add coolant" flashed on the SID (Saab Info Display) after only 372 miles and three days after delivery. I was in the desert and there is a dealer about 20 miles from our place. the dealer attributed the warning to a possible air pocket in the line that displaced the coolant level indicator. No other problems after two weeks and 1800 miles.
Lovely
tommy2, 10/06/2003
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The only car I've ever had that I love to just go out driving. Outstanding feature -- road trips -- further the better. Loves to run - settles down about 70 and gets better after that. Great sound system too. Addictive if you are used to Detroit iron.
Awesome Saab 2004 9-5 very classy sports car
Paul Henry Rojas , 05/26/2019
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Saab 2004 9-5. And very clean car can handle the road smooth
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Saabin on em'
Charles Baptiste, 12/28/2017
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this car with 137,000 miles on it. I'll admit I have spent a few thousand dollars in repairs but mostly due to my own lack of understanding. I've had to replace cps, throttle body, a plastic window piece and maybe a few other odd parts. The transmission was the big problem though, I changed the input shaft seals and used advance auto recommended trans fluid, it ended up costing me 1850 for a rebuilt trans and trip to Ohio to have it installed. ONLY USE SAAB RECOMMENDED FLUIDS. It is surprisingly quick between 50 and 80, turbo lag sucks from the stoplight though. It handles decently and is a nice drive through the mountain roads here in WV. All in all it's a pretty good 13 year old car that I plan on having for a while. I'm definitely a fan and plan on modifying it to perform a little bit better while still carrying the kids to school.
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9-5 aero
dfeldm, 02/22/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Really enjoy the driving experience. The Aero with the ventilated leather seats are very comfortable
Excellent chocie for comfort, fun, price
PattyK, 02/26/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We are extremely satisfied with our SAAB. Considering trading in our other vehicle to get a second SAAB
Saab Dad
jadam2122, 03/06/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Super safe, much fun to drive. Makes it cool to be a dad. Little different than everyone else's car. great mix of large doses of drivability and high-end features with moderate cost especially for lease deals.
Satisfying Ride
WCF, 10/22/2003
2004 Saab 9-5 Linear 2.3t 4dr SportWagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I like the Saab the more I drive it. The suspension/engine combination is very responsive and the 5 speed is excellent. It is a great sport wagon.
wow
edwin dunfee, 02/27/2016
2004 Saab 9-5 Linear 2.3t 4dr SportWagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
was a volvo guy
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Saab 9-5 Linear Sport Wagon
Rick & Kristi, 01/19/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Linear 2.3t 4dr SportWagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Great Car; we own 2 Saab 9-5s
Gotta replace the hatchback
allen carlson, 01/25/2016
updated 07/28/2017
2004 Saab 9-5 Linear 2.3t 4dr SportWagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Of course, Saabs are no longer made. The power plant durability and the quick initial depreciation made these cars a great buy used. The reliability has gotten better from the first Saabs I owned (1979, 1985, 1986 and 1994), but all those were hatchbacks, and the '85, '86 were turbos. Saab got bland with the styling and that may have led to their downfall. (If they no longer were quirky, why bother?) But, the turbocharged 4 cylinder makes these cars the best hill climbers.
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Stay Away Unless You Won the Lottery!
danducati, 08/21/2011
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
2 of 21 people found this review helpful
OMG, what a piece of junk. Bought with 40K miles on it and had the check engine light go on after about 3 months. Cost $2,100 to fix it. Nice. Then the grill flew off as I was driving down the highway. Then it began leaking antifreeze like a sieve. Another $400 fix. I have had enough and will never ever buy a Saab again! Traded that sucka in today for a Lexus and am now super happy.
Best Combination of Power-Practicability
geo_geo_geo, 01/12/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is the second Saab Wagon I have owned. The first was a 2000 9-5 SE that I leased and my main complaint about that one was its mushy handling. The Aero wagon corrects that problem admirably. It is very tight on the road and really hits its stride at 50 mph and above speeds. I had looked at the Volvo, BMW 5 series, and Audi 6 series wagons and eliminated the BMW for cost issues, the Audi for repair record and the Volvo for handling. This car is a joy to drive and not so flashy that I worry about parking on big city streets.
Single Mom's styling
Ruby Begonia, 04/10/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've driven Saabs for many years. I love this car however I may have to give it up. My 15 year old is 6'2" and his leg don't fit very well anymore, especially with his sister and all their gear. Please, please don't tell me to get a minivan.
Luxury & Reliability = Awesome
sizzlinturbo, 10/25/2003
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The 9-5 Arc has a 3.0. It doesn't exhibit turbo lag at low speeds. What it lacks in a sport suspension is made up for in superior ride comfort. You no longer have to feel every pot hole. For $38,000 you can't buy a roomier, faster, more functional mid-luxury vehicle. The 9-5Arc comes loaded with standard features that would be pricey options with any other maker. How many under $40,000 sedans do you know that come standard with heated and air conditioned front seats, assymetrical turbo and Harmon Kardon sound system? How many of them hold the world's highest safety ratings? Let me know. Then we can talk about your 6.7 rating.
Today's SPG
Tom Lease, 01/07/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great vehicle. Captures the heart of my '90 SPG in a modern, high-tech version of the original 900. SAAB owners will love it. Fun driving a car in the "State of Independence."
new saab 9.5
new car, 05/01/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
not a great experience with dealer...picked up car on a very stormy day and was handed the keys and said good luck...no delivery at all...also got home and there was a dent in roof...a 10 minute ride home no stops...in the garage to dry and we see this dent...they did repair it...however a huge inconvenience...
Very Reliable & Fun & Economical
Darren Moon, 11/01/2005
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased this vehicle 6 months ago and have loved it from the first drive. Very responsive for an economical car, good styling and very comfortable interior. I would highly recommend this vehicle.
vyl
vyl, 05/22/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Drive alot each year. Bought certified preowned car--affordable comfortable, quality, intended to last a long time and endure incredible mileage. First Saab, love this car. Own a 2000 model 9.5 sedan. Still feels new. Impressed w/preowned program, gas mileage. Ride is wonderful, will move out when needed. Comfort and performance are key features. Love the way we were served at Moore (Richmond, VA) before and after purchase. Because of distance, Charlottesville provides service. Not quite Moore, but adequate. Would buy another Saab in a heartbeat.
Excellent 2004 Arc
samthomas, 05/24/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I own a new 2004 9-5 Arc 2.3T with about 5,500 miles. The only problem was a rattle in one of the doors, fixed under warranty. The overall design is very good, and strikes a good balance between "sport" and "luxury." The car is loaded with thoughtful features, from the high- pressure headlight washers to the huge trunk. The turbocharged motor and 5-speed auto tranny work well together. Instruments are well laid-out and readable. Cabin is spacious and comfortable, but driver- oriented. Car handles well; suspension is forgiving, but tuned more towards comfort than performance. This is not a car you can fling around.
the best of the best
cr92290, 01/20/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This feels so fast. It is the best long distance car you can get other than a Bently. very good MPG
2nd time 9-5 Buyer
Kevin Ztrem, 05/28/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I just purchased my second Saab 9-5. This is a great car. I have ordered with the 5 speed manual transmisison. It's fun to drive. I always take the long route. There is more then enough power and the gas mileage is great. The cars are very reliable and Saab is a very customer friendy company. I recomend this car to anyone.
perfect saab
len, 06/16/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
From the day I bought it, now 34,000 miles nothing has gone wrong. Living in New Hampshire the driving is tough. Snow, mountains, this 9-5 Aero wagon handles it all never gets bogged down in deep snow. My Porsche used to die in the winter and my wife picked me up at the bottom of the steep hill in her Saab
beware
meleele, 07/06/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Saab has become very hostile to its customers on warranty issues. The rudeness extends to corporate level. My longtime Saab loyalty is OVER!
luvsaabin
tahcan, 01/21/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
this wagon rocks!! i needed a vehicle which can carry my tools everywhere i go but i did not want to drive a truck anymore. this car gets me every where i want to go, great space, easy for the dogs etc. major happy with the performance and gas mileage.
Saab's Best
Chagrin, 08/05/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is second to none in its class. More roomy cabin than the others and makes bmw look lazy and Audi look cheap. Dash designed like an airplane, drives like one too. We purchased the manual transmission for the wagon and got sports, function and fuel economy just before the gas $ went up. We went to the auto show in NYC looking for a bmw or Audi and came out sure that the Saab 95 Aero was the right vehicle. This is the only car that felt right to my wife when she sat in it. Saab has done a great job marketing this car to women as we can now testify. We also look at used car reliability ratings and this is the only one in its class with a positive rating.
Balance of Comfort and Performance
rad, 07/29/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It's a great car, with the right balance of comfort, performance and economy. Its aethetics are hard to beat, inside and out. It has a comfortable rear seat, adequate for 3 adults, perfect for 2 and my 3 kids. I can get 4 ice hockey bags in the trunk, 2 adults and 2 kids. With the AT in SPORT mode, the car plain out hauls, as it does in MANUAL mode (but MANUAL mode can be awkward.) In DRIVE mode, it performs well, at the rate of 28+ mpg. Needless to say, I highly recommend it.
Great Value
jsh1120, 08/14/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Looking for a non-SUV, sporty, hauler there were three finalists: Saab 9-5, Volvo V70, and 2005 Subaru Legacy. Saab won out on price/value. Close to the Subaru in performance, better mileage than others, classy and comfortable interior. $8500 off msrp sealed the deal. Build quality and fit/finish are excellent. Kick to drive. Enormous cargo capacity, largest of the three. Great driver's car. Excellent passenger accommodations front and rear. All in all, an exellent value that remains distinctive in a world of look- alike SUV's. In-dash cupholder is a joke, and not a good one. Additional cupholder in center console is even worse.
2004 Arc 2.3T 220 HP 4 cyl. CPO w/ 14K
rickzull, 01/03/2006
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought with CPO (certified pre-owned) mainly for future issues, but have driven this awesome car for 5 months and have no issues with it. Have owned 5 prev saabs and this GM/Saab is Great. I do wish the seats were more "aero" with more lateral side bolsters, and that it had the upgraded stereo. Torque steer can be quite noticeable though...
The forgotten wagon that is fantastic
Steven Kafka, 08/16/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It is like driving a Porsche station wagon.
Aero Sport Wagon on Top
kef107, 01/31/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Doesn't get much better than this for fun and performance driving. Very powerful, great auto 5sp tranny, and simple Swedish interior styling make it very comfortable. The wagon exterior is the most stylish car on the road IMHO, and it is very functional. I love this Aero and I've had 8 prior Saabs. Pricing is also very aggressive for sale or lease, and it comes with a driving course at Road Atlanta: Aero Academy!!!
Stay away - horrible piece of junk
Bill Wolf, 11/05/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Stay away from this junk. A $40,000 dollars car that has 11,000 miles has been in the shop 13 times for different repairs. The latest one - transmission failed!!!. The dealer will have to install a brand new transmission after only 11,000 miles. I would not come even close to another Saab car.
Allright tourer
Colonel, 11/23/2003
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Not a true sports sedan since it does have a little handling issues, overall and excellant avordable vehicle when compared to the BMW/Audi(volkswagens) of the world
A Unique, soulful car
beau, 03/10/2005
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The last of the current Saab models thatactually has that 'Saab look.' A unique car that you don't see dozens of while driving. Sturdy build, fun to drive,with lots o' space.
What more could you want?
Johnny G., 08/05/2005
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car is tough to beat. It is so fun to drive, even with the automatic. The torque just keeps coming, even when doing 70mph or more! Add to this the fact that it has more room, is more practical, and safer than almost anything out there in the price range. I can't say enough great things about this car.
Saab 9-5 is a great car
Timothy Moore, 01/07/2005
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have been very pleased with my second Saab purchase. I get a kick out of driving this car and can't keep it away from my brother. It is a great, enjoyable, classy and beautiful car. While quirky in some respects, it is a car that stands out from the rest. I love my 9-5.
I'm so happy!
Milan, 12/03/2003
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Pefect!The Saab 9-5 is comfortable, convenient and enjoyable to drive around town and on the open road. Clever ergonomic solutions, like seats with fans, an aircraft-style map light,roomy cargo area with a perfectly flat floor,with its high-output turbocharged engine, puts a lot of power under the pedal for quick throttle response at highway speeds!
dream car
loop, 02/17/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great car. Handles well, is comfortable, and I feel sage with my family.
Awesome Car
Dave, 02/28/2007
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have owned a few BMWs and always thought they are the best cars on the road. This Saab compares - it rides just as well and is just as fast with much better gas mileage.
2004 9-5 aero wagon
Dan T, 03/09/2007
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I was put-off by an older 9000 I owned before but was impressed the moment I got behind the wheel. Purchased this instead of a BMW wagon because of better interior space, much better mileage and impressive power.
Fabulous
Casey C., 04/19/2007
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I just love this car. It's the most comfortable and responsive car I've owned since my BMW 5 series about 10 years ago. I've owned many cars of many different shapes and sizes and am happy to get in it every morning and every evening. If you're considering an Aero and you can get a good price, grab it. You won't be sorry.
Great wagon affordable
Wow, 01/29/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The car will scream from 70 to 120mph on the highway when you need to pass someone. However it is hard to clean the wheels. Took 5 people on a dive trip and carried all gear including tanks and BCs in the car without being cramped.
Pleased with Saab 9-5 Aero wagon
wendieb04, 05/31/2007
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The car has been very comfortable and fun to drive. This is the most horse power I have had, felt I had power to maneuver when needed in traffic. Gas economy is good for size of car it is. When I have had passengers with me they have always commented what a nice ride they are having. I agree that back seat is just about as comfortable as the front and plenty of leg room. I think you get a great value for the money. Have had 2 minor recall issues I have had to get fixed. One complaint is that covered maintenance is only at 5k, 15k, 30k and 45k. Oil changes between every 5k are not covered.
Sold on saab
dave strasser, 12/07/2007
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
1st experience driving a Saab. Fun to drive, gets up and goes with great handling, comfortable driving, very reliable, Saab design lives up to its crash testing superiority as a safe car. Wife just got in a 50mph head on, everyone ok. I'm buying another without hesitation!!Great car.