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#628 of 3342 Extended Warranty by sastryb
Dec 23, 2002 (4:22 pm)
I am at a fork in the road! My 1999 Saab 9-3 is about 3.5 years old and I have to decide whether to buy the extended warranty from Saab or not. My car has been regularly serviced, without any major problems. Only recurring issue is the power antenna (I am on my third one!). As I travel a lot for work, my car will have only 50000km (~31000 miles) when it turns 4 years old. I plan to keep the car until it is 6 years old. My Saab dealer quoted me $2000 for the 6/80km $0 deducitble extended warranty. Would love some feedback on expected reliability of a 1999 Saab 9-3. Based on the information I have seen on how expensive Saab parts are, I just don't want to get stuck with big repair bills as soon as my existing warranty expires.
#629 of 3342 Question for you all by massappeal106
Dec 28, 2002 (2:31 pm)
Someone asked this question several posts ago: "Does Saab accept GM credit card rebate dollars?"Does anyone know the answer to this? On GM's web site, SAAB is not listed on the available car list for GM dollars. Any thoughts?
#630 of 3342 Re: Question for you all by sastryb
Dec 28, 2002 (11:03 pm)
I am up here in Canada, but I believe that you were never able to use GM Card rebates on Saab's in the US. Back in 99 when I bought my Saab, we were allowed to use the credit, but my dealer told me this was only available in Canada. About a year ago, GM changed the rules slightly, allowing a maximum of $2500 to be applied to a Saab purchase.#631 of 3342 GM credits by dindak
Dec 30, 2002 (6:28 am)
Can't use them in the US and in Canada only up to $2000 starting Jan 1. GM credits are good on any new vehicle sold at Saturn Saab Isuzu dealers here.#632 of 3342 Saab 9-3 Prices by code7700
Dec 30, 2002 (9:13 am)
Someone asked what 9-3 are going for. I got a pretty good deal on mine. Just got it 2-days ago. Never had a Saab before, and while this car isn't as "oddball" as the old Saabs, it takes some getting used to (especially the key!) But so far, I love it. Bigger than an A4 or 3-Series BMW (inside and out), and a very solid ride. It is just a very well made car. Of course, who wouldn't say that after just spending almost $30K? Heh. But seriously, so far so good.I couldn't find a car exactly as I wanted, but there were a bunch that were pretty close. The car I got came to the dealer with the sports wheel package which was good/bad. I like the firmer ride, but where I live it snows a lot (and the 17" tires are of no use in the winter). In fact, one of the guys at the dealership said he took out a car with 17" wheels a few days who when it was snowing a bit and that "he'll never make that mistake again." Heh.
Anyhow, to make sure I actually bought the car, the guy swapped the 17" wheels for the 16" wheels (which I think look better anyhow) and gave me a credit for the wheel package (see below).
By the way, I've noticed Edmunds, Cars Direct, etc. lists the wheel package for $1,127 (list) and $1,295 (MSRP)... but all the dealer invoices I've seen have it at $877 and $1,000 respectively.
What I did was fax a bunch of local dealers saying, "Here is the exact car I want. I know there are a few of these on the ground (within a few hundred mile radius). I will come down there today, sign all the paperwork, and you'll make a $250 profit for 30 minutes of your time: 5 minutes to read this fax and 25 minutes of paperwork on the car." Most of the morons faxed me back with "come on down and lets chat" but one guy said (more or less), "You've got a deal. If you keep your word, I'll keep mine." He even faxed me what he said in writing.
Even better, I found a bank online (Ohio Central Savings) that did 3.9% financing (http://www.ocsavings.com/AutoRates.htm) -- and they do out of state loans (I'm not in Ohio).
OK, enough babbling... here is the deal I got. By the way, the $2,870 in rebates consists of a $1,000 "alternative financing" since I didn't use GMAC or Saab Credit (even though I got the same 3.9% rate they would have offered), a $1,000 rebate on the launch package, and $877 for swapping the wheels to 16" (all season) from 17" (summer only).
Total MSRP of the car was $32,085. I paid $26,580 before tax and license. Plus, I didn't get charged any fake "prep" or "advertising" fees. I've seen a few Saab 9-3 invoices (from different parts of the USA), and where I live they don't have those on the dealer invoice, but I saw a few invoices from the East cost, and they have like $600+ in fake charges.
Here is the breakdown.
24443 2003 Saab 9-3 Linear (Manual / Charcoal Interior)
625 Destination Charge
431 Front Dual Heated Bucket Seats
413 Cosmic Blue Metallic Paint
866 Linear Touring Package
2258 Launch Package
877 Wheel Package
-2877 Rebates
-706 Holdback Refund (2.2% MSRP)
250 Dealer Profit
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26580 Before Tax and License
1728 Tax Liabilities (6.5%)
0 Dealership Preparation Fees
0 Dealer Advertising Fees
45 Title Costs
341 Licensing Fees (This is normal for my state!)
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28693 After Taxes and Discounts
#633 of 3342 Good deal by logic1
Dec 30, 2002 (9:37 am)
And thanks for the detail.Funny to hear so many dealers trapped themselves out of a quick sale with the need to 'Chat.' Chat about what, for heaven's sake?
#634 of 3342 I agree by dindak
Dec 30, 2002 (9:58 am)
I always decide what I want long before I go in. I don't want to chat, I want a deal as fast as possible and get out.Our last car was bought via autobytel.com and e-mail. No chatting until I picked it up.
#635 of 3342 code by regfootball
Dec 30, 2002 (12:14 pm)
that's a good deal you got. enjoy the ride.#636 of 3342 9-3 Extended Warranty by otwisco
Dec 30, 2002 (12:40 pm)
I purchased the 9-3 Linear model yesterday (love it!). As a first-time new car buyer, I have a few questions for anyone with more experience:
1) What is your experience/recommendation with an extended warranty? The dealership was recommending "Heritage" at a rate of $2500 for 100,000 miles with a $100 deductible. Not sure if this is worth it...
2) Any suggestions on the "paint sealant" and "leather sealant"? The company supposedly guarantees both for life of car, but my thought was that I could maintain both myself, without paying $775 to someone else. Any experience with these services?
#637 of 3342 by logic1
Dec 30, 2002 (1:05 pm)
An extended warranty may help at trade-in/third party sale time. $2500.00 is a lot of money though. You should be able to get an extended warranty on your own for less. (remember -- The extended warranty most likely is not a Saab product.)I have never bought things like leather and paint sealant and never would. The prices for what you are getting are always a rip-off. In fact, I would be a little miffed at the salesperson for even bringing them up.
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