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#230 of 346 saw one by bigdaddycoats Apr 18, 2005 (9:59 am)
Saw a black one with the 4.2 at Home Depot yesterday. Of all of the variants on this platform, the 9-7x really looks the best. Clean lines and lower stance with bigger wheels and rims give it a "sporty" look.   Of course it should be the best since it is the most expensive.
#231 of 346 No NAV? by rcf8000 Apr 18, 2005 (12:30 pm)
It appears that a nav system isn't available on the 9-7X, which is extremely puzzling since the TrailBlazer offers it.
#232 of 346 Spoke to a dealer yesterday by stag1203 Apr 26, 2005 (7:27 am)
Hey, newbie here, but I just wanted to add that I spoke to a dealer here (NYC area)and they expected models to arrive by the end of the month.   According to the information we went over, the suspension is lowered an inch, bushings shock valving all revised for better handling and sportier ride. The steering rack also has quicker ratio steering.   The only options he said available are a sunroof or a DVD player - can't have both. XM Satellite ready radio comes standard. Interior looks very Saab like from the pics he showed me - ignition in the console, fold out cup holder in the dash similar to the 9-5 - and in my opinion, the nicest rendition of the center stack (radio & HVAC) of all the Trailblazer variants. The only downside is color selection - silver, black or medium blue.   I am seriously considering this vehicle...drove a Trailblazer and a Rainier, while nice trucks, not that plush. I have been shopping around looking at the Tourag, XC90, MDX and while nice vehicles all, they are certainly quite pricey once you equip them similar to the Saab. Also, all 9-7x come with free scheduled maintenance which is a good deal.   We'll see. I'll update you after I drive one. Replies to this message: jchan2 (Apr 26, 2005 6:09 pm)
#233 of 346 Re: Spoke to a dealer yesterday [stag1203] by jchan2 Apr 26, 2005 (6:09 pm)
Replying to: stag1203 (Apr 26, 2005 7:27 am) Have you tried the Lexus RX330? Very plush, if that's what you're looking for. But, discounts should be everywhere on the Saab since it seems like few people are going to be buying it.   Personally, I'd choose either the XC90 or the RX330. The 9-7X doesn't even come close. GM has tried hard to hide the TrailBlazer roots of the 9-7X, but the TrailBlazer is a Body On Frame SUV versus the RX330's Car Based Platform. If you want a plush ride, the RX330 is your kind of SUV.   If prestige doesn't matter, I'd try the RX330's cousin- the Toyota Highlander, which costs less, is roomier and has an optional third row of seats.
#234 of 346 Volvo - Lexus - meh by stag1203 Apr 27, 2005 (7:43 am)
Drove the RX330..nice vehicle, but, the styling, I don;t know, I just don't like it. The XC90, while no doubt a quality product, just doesn't do it for me. I don't know why, I just am a little ambivelent about it.   I don't know why I have this thing for the 9-7x, I like the styling, logic tells me it is a glorified Trailblazer (not necessarily a bad thing - the TB has good points), it is fairly priced.   Maybe it is the American mechanicals - after paying through the nose for repairs on two prior Mercedes and dealing with the dealer arrogance, the fact that the Saab guy took the time to chat and go through his materials with me meant something. Replies to this message: jchan2 (Apr 27, 2005 3:37 pm)
#235 of 346 Re: Volvo - Lexus - meh [stag1203] by jchan2 Apr 27, 2005 (3:37 pm)
Replying to: stag1203 (Apr 27, 2005 7:43 am) If you like the 9-7X, then go for it. How well are they selling anyways?
#236 of 346 They're selling by morey000 May 02, 2005 (11:42 am)
Apparently, based on the number of pre-orders, the 9-7x is one of the best selling Saab vehicles ever.   I've always liked the Envoy/TB as a vehicle. The main thing that all the reviews panned about the vehicle was it's soft handling. Sounds like the Saab rendition of this chassis will solve that problem.   However, by lowering it an inch, and putting road tires on it, it will no longer have the off road capability. Will it even have a 4x4 low range and locking differential?   Looks like the only two vehicles that have both excellent on-road handling and off-road capability are the new JeepGC and the Touraeg.
#237 of 346 Too bad by jchan2 May 02, 2005 (3:09 pm)
it's only got 3 colors. I think they should add a few more colors, like white, green, maroon, etc. All they have are black, silver and dark blue. Replies to this message: buddhabman (May 04, 2005 3:42 pm)
#238 of 346 Re: Too bad [jchan2] by buddhabman May 04, 2005 (3:42 pm)
Replying to: jchan2 (May 02, 2005 3:09 pm) The recent article talking about the pre-orders is great news for Saab. On the Saab Central site the talk has been turning around from dismayedl, I hate it, it's not Saab-Like talk , to "Ok it's pretty good loking" and " It Hauls" Apparanlty there are a few on the road in the Michagan area for GM employees. From the recent postings the reviews have been pretty good. One thing GM can do if they focus on it, is create good handling cars and fun driving dynamics. From the inital reports it seems they have got the road handling dynamics ironed out. I don't think SAAB intended this for off road. use. This is strictly a all weather, up to the snow board hill, grocery getting, kid hauler.
#239 of 346 2006 by bigdaddycoats May 12, 2005 (5:22 pm)
will get -   displacement on demand for the 5.3   stabilitrak   DVD nav   3 new colors - red, white, graphite gray   290 hp for I-6

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