2003 Saab 9-3 - READ ONLY

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#142 of 185 by dl7265 Oct 14, 2002 (10:44 am)
Thanks Tom, i just got back in town , it will be interesting to see what they say. Like i mentioned according to Edmunds info there is not very much between invoice and msrp, a ED would be nice. DL
#143 of 185 Just saw the new 9-3 by rghessel Oct 14, 2002 (1:11 pm)
I just got a look at the new 9-3 (inside and out). Very nice. Thought the exterior was much more distinctive than the pictures led me to believe. Loved the inside (except the tacky fabric on the doors and the armrests, and the cheap plastic covering the handbrake). Other than that, the interior was quite elegant. I just wish the Navigation system, which is available in Europe, was going to be availble before 2004 here in the US...
#144 of 185 I saw... by robr2 Oct 14, 2002 (1:17 pm)
...the 9-3 last Thursday. I was pleasantly suprised by the room in the back seat. Saab did a nice job scooping out the front seatbacks to allow for more leg room in the rear. Loads of room up front. I'd like to compare this to the TSX when it comes out. Both look to be in the same price/performance area. I was suprised to see the sticker list Japan as the source of the transmission on the automatic. Not being a Saabista, I was wondering about that.
#145 of 185 by dl7265 Oct 14, 2002 (7:56 pm)
What is a TSX ? DL
#146 of 185 9-3 by bigdaddycoats Oct 14, 2002 (8:28 pm)
Local dealer has 4, not make that 3 new 9-3's. One was sold when I was there. One manual the rest were autos. Manual was a base with no options. All if the autos were with the launch package. The car looks very sharp. Had one in the Merlot color - awesome color. Looks very sporty. I might go this week and see if I can test drive one. If I were to get one I will wait for the Arc model. From my first impressions and the few reviews I have read I think Saab will have a winner with this one. In Europe apparently demand well exceeds supply. Looks forward to hearing from anyone who has driven one.
#147 of 185 by dudleyr Oct 15, 2002 (6:29 am)
TSX is an Acura version of the European Accord. http://auto.ascii24.com/auto24/auto24.cgi?source=issue/2002/1011/npr_kt1011_03_03.html More info on TSX area of sedans board.
#148 of 185 Drove a 9-3 by shades80 Oct 15, 2002 (6:31 am)
Black/Char every option for 32.8K-Linear launch..steering was sharp but just a little loose..off the line was quick and precise..there was an accident on the freeway so i couldnt blow it out but the little i did do put a smile on my face..love the green lighting, interior was sharp with high quality materials..i drive a 95 bmw now and its kinda weird but when i drove the saab, it felt like i was in my bimmer..i have never felt that way with any other car i test drove before even the 02 bimmers..i want one.
#149 of 185 Watch out below - falling SPAM by kirstie_h HOST Oct 15, 2002 (3:25 pm)
Don't forget Thursday's Saab 9-3 chat, 5-6pm PT/8-9pm ET. Here's the link for details: http://www.edmunds.com/townhall/chat/saab93chat101702.html kirstie_h Roving Host & Future Vehicles Host
#150 of 185 saab by harlequin1971 Oct 17, 2002 (2:44 pm)
I owned a Saab that had some unfortunate build quality issues...and it just kept running me between the mechanic and the cash machine. Are new models getting any better regarding repair costs? I know Saabs are still Saabs, but is the GM influence helping to reduce prices for parts and repair? Would love a new 9-3 (little high price for me ATM) but not sure if I would feel comfortable about the possible reliability/repair issues. Personally, I loved the last generation design, and this one looks cool too. I will miss the hatch though...that was one of the most unique and polarizingly beautiful cars on the roads. I just think at the price, it would be hard to overlook an S60, or 325, or A4.
#151 of 185 Town Hall Chat last night by rghessel Oct 18, 2002 (3:22 am)
I missed most of the townhall chat about the 2003 9-3 last night. Anyone able to summarize the interesting tidbits/info that was revealed?