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just got my saab...some questions.
by auburnfan24
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Feb 08, 2008 (9:56 pm)
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so, i recently purchased my 2004 Saab 9-3 arc...i absolutely love it so far. i used to have a rodeo and wanted to get back to a car...i never even thought about a saab until i found one online at a dealership near me with 32k miles, fact. warrnty., and all the great features for under $15000...i wanted a jetta or a honda for a while so i finally went to look at it...i sat in it and fell in love. I am 6' 4'' and had more room than my SUV!! i loved the black interior and it felt perfect....then i drove it and i knew it was the one...so i bought it and i now have some questions about it!
1. does the factory warranty cover a new key (i only have one and it works but is in terrible shape) also, drying out of one spot of rubber on the window!
2. turning the car on, it sputters a tiny bit then runs fine, is that just the turbo kicking in, spark plug issues or what?
3. it is still cold here in alabama, and on a few bumps and dips, my suspension squeaks. is it just the cold, or should i have it checked?
Thanks so much!! my saab is amazing great so far!!! i read this forum for hours and you guys really influenced me to get it!! thanks!!!
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- #3195 of 3311
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Re: just got my saab...some questions. [auburnfan24]
by waterdr
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Feb 09, 2008 (9:25 pm)
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Replying to: auburnfan24 (Feb 08, 2008 9:56 pm)
If the car is still under the factory warranty or a CPO warranty, they cover EVERYTHING. My experience has been great with warranty stuff thus far. They don't question anything. If it is under CPO (certified pre-owned) they won't cover the radio, but that is it.
Keys? That is sort of a wierd thing. Not sure about them. A squeaky suspension? It really should not make any noise. Dude, I live in the twin cities and when it is 25 below zero, mine does no squeak. Sure,it gets stiff as hell, but it does not squeak.
All you need to do is take it in and ask.
Congrats on a nice car.
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- #3196 of 3311
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Re: brakes [bwb]
by swink
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Feb 11, 2008 (5:28 pm)
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Replying to: bwb (Jan 20, 2008 9:41 am)
I bought my 2005 Saab Linear 9-3 (19k miles) a couple weeks ago from Carmax. Had no problems until I noticed a "squeaking" noise coming from either the front or the back while sitting in traffic. I noticed it only did it after the car had been running on the highway for about 20 minutes. Otherwise, no noise. I took the car back to Carmax, of course the car didn't make the noise, they checked the front end--couldn't find anything. Took the car home, noticed it again. Took it back to Carmax, but this time, had the service manager ride with me until the noise started again. It didn't do it at first, but finally did after the engine was warm. The service manager wasn't sure what the problem was (no dash alarms, no problems otherwise with the car). He assured me they would take care of it or take it to Saab to fix. 3 days later (they gave me a free loaner to drive) I got the call--REAR BRAKES. They explained to me what happened--for some reason, when the right, rear brake ran hot, it expanded and caused the noise. They are currently replacing the rear brake (no cost, during their 30 day warranty coverage).
After reading the posts about the cost, I am very glad I took the car in when I did.
Carmax did a great job taking care of the problem and providing me with complimentary transportation. Their service department reminded me of BMW (service, service, service). Never once did I need to call my service representative for an update.
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- #3197 of 3311
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Transmission "clunk"?
by biggimp
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Feb 15, 2008 (3:47 am)
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I have an '07 Aero 'combi...6-speed. After I turn the car on, I hear a "clunk" sound just after I shift it into 1st and begin to move forward. This only happens the first time I shift into 1st gear and begin moving forward, even if I've previously moved in reverse. Does anyone with a manual tranny have this? It's not really a problem, but I've never felt/heard this before on any other car I've ever driven, so I'm a little concerned that it could indicate some sort of problem.
As a side note, I just had a chance to compare my car with my dad's '06 bmw 330i. The Bimmer (which cost him at least 10 grand more than my car) clearly has superior fit and finish, but other than that, I thought my Saab drove just as well, if not better. I was pleasantly surprised!
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- #3198 of 3311
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Re: Transmission "clunk"? [biggimp]
by nbond
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Feb 18, 2008 (7:08 pm)
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Replying to: biggimp (Feb 15, 2008 3:47 am)
I have the same issue. I have an 07 9-3 2.0t with the 6-speed manual and the first shifts in the morning when the car is cold are difficult. There is a clunk sound as you described when you shift into first. Second can be a little stiff as well. It was suggested to me to try a different transmission fluid, but it isn't quite annoying enough to schudule an appointment at the dealer. If anyone else has found a solution, I'd like to hear about it. NB
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- #3199 of 3311
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Re: looking for my first Saab, need opinions please [dhanley]
by floatsey09
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Feb 21, 2008 (4:57 am)
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Replying to: dhanley (Jan 15, 2008 10:06 pm)
Thanks for the input, much appreciated. I love the performance of the STi, but it is lacking the refinements I am now looking for, it's expensive to insure, and it's a gas hog. I test drove an '06 9-3 Aero and it is nice, but the gearbox feels like you're pulling on loose ropes. Overall, I really liked it and the CPO extended warranty is only an additional $1500. I thought that was a good deal. The salesman told me that the extended warranty covers bumper to bumper until 100k, not just limited to powertrain only. Is that really true? That seems too generous, even from desperate GM right now. The dealer just got another '06 9-3 Aero with only 2,000 miles on it and in perfect condition. He's asking $26,950. Any thoughts on that price?
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- #3200 of 3311
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Re: looking for my first Saab, need opinions please [floatsey09]
by dhanley
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Feb 21, 2008 (5:18 pm)
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Replying to: floatsey09 (Feb 21, 2008 4:57 am)
I agree with you on the STI. Might be a fun car to drive on a track a few times a month, but not something to take to work every day.
The extended warranty, at least when i had a saab, was pretty good, but not quite as good as the original 4/50 warranty. I think a few items that will be fixed under the 4/50 were considered wear items under the 6/100. But it will cover most of the car-stopping problems.
27K for a '06 with low miles may be ok or may not depending on the options. I'm not up to date with options, but checking what the prices on ebay are may be a good hint. On ebay i see a 2007 aero with 9,000 miles buy-it-now priced at 23,988
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- #3201 of 3311
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Re: looking for my first Saab, need opinions please [dhanley]
by floatsey09
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Feb 22, 2008 (5:39 am)
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Replying to: dhanley (Feb 21, 2008 5:18 pm)
It's got everything except navigation and On Star, which i could care less about anyway because I've read the nav system in the '06's isn't that special. If I want nav I can buy a TomTom. It does have the Cold Weather Package which I am more pleased about because those features are more practical to VT winter driving. I am test driving it today. Edmunds prices it at about 24,375 so I will meet him somewhere in the middle.
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- #3202 of 3311
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Re: Transmission "clunk"? [nbond]
by crzycool22
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Feb 22, 2008 (5:27 pm)
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Replying to: nbond (Feb 18, 2008 7:08 pm)
Wife has a 2007 9-3 2.0 (manual) as well with 7,500 miles. She also hears clunking sound also, Last week the clutch went on her (she drives manual just fine and does not ride clutch) there was something wrong with the transmission on the vehicle. Saab dealer in North Jersey on route 17 replaced clutch under warranty.
This is her 2nd SAAB, maybe her last, plus we were not happy with professionalism at service dept. No loaner, rude over phone and waited 4 days for car.
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- #3203 of 3311
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Re: looking for my first Saab, need opinions please [floatsey09]
by floatsey09
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Feb 23, 2008 (5:19 pm)
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Replying to: floatsey09 (Feb 22, 2008 5:39 am)
Picking up the '06 Aero with 2,000 miles on it this Monday. I expect that I will be running into some minor electrical issues down the road with this vehicle. Can anyone tell me what issues they have had with their 9-3 late models? Also, I am going with some Gislavad Nord Frost 5 winter tires. I have read that they're almost as good as the Nokian Hakka's but a better bang for your buck. Any input on the tires or quirks to expect? Thanks.
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