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Re: 2006 9-7X 4.2 v.s. 5.3 [reservecab]
by jchan2
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Feb 10, 2006 (5:21 pm)
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Replying to: reservecab (Feb 10, 2006 4:04 pm)
I would ask myself if those nicer wheels are really worth sacrificing in terms of mileage on the 5.3.
And does anybody really need a 5.3 in a Saab?
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- #302 of 346
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Re: 2006 9-7X 4.2 v.s. 5.3 [jchan2]
by reservecab
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Feb 11, 2006 (1:38 pm)
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Replying to: jchan2 (Feb 10, 2006 5:21 pm)
Apparently, the gas mileage are almost the same for these 2 models. Anyone have the V8 and opinions?
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- #303 of 346
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Re: 2006 9-7X 4.2 v.s. 5.3 [reservecab]
by jchan2
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Feb 11, 2006 (4:18 pm)
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Replying to: reservecab (Feb 11, 2006 1:38 pm)
If the gas mileage is so close I'd probably just get the 5.3 for the extra power
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- #304 of 346
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Re: 9-7x vs 9-2X warning [ynotny]
by stlcarguy
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Feb 12, 2006 (11:34 am)
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Replying to: ynotny (Dec 29, 2005 8:04 am)
First off, sorry you've had so much unhappiness with your 9-7x. Quite Frankly though, most of what you had to complain about (atleast in the first 70% of your post) could have been determined before you signed on the dotted line. As far as "all the recalls and problems" could you get more specific? I've been trying to talk my wife into a 9-7 and would like to know what EXAXRLY your referring to. I was kind of shocked considering the basis for this truck is several years old. All the door and hatch seals are standard GM from the Envoy/Trailblazer/Rainier, so it simply CAN'T be the model across the board that has that leak issue.
Good Luck with your issues!
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Re: 9-7X [jeffw4]
by peacefrog
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Feb 13, 2006 (1:16 pm)
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Replying to: jeffw4 (Jan 09, 2006 11:03 am)
I purchased a 2006 9-7x in December. I just picked it up after being in the shop for 3 weeks. Apparently, GM Quality has been having issues with Axle Seals on the Envoy and Trailblazer platform and it took Saab Dealer (not used to dealing with GM supply chain) weeks to figure out how to deal with problem. Car is nice to drive, but the marriage of GM and Saab is not a good one...Get this issue checked out. Process has soured my appeal for the brand...Much like Molson sticks to Beer, Saab should stick to sedans...
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- #306 of 346
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Re: 2006 9-7X 4.2 v.s. 5.3 [reservecab]
by peacefrog
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Feb 13, 2006 (1:24 pm)
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Replying to: reservecab (Feb 10, 2006 4:04 pm)
While my 5.3 was in the shop for 3 weeks the dealer gave me a 4.2 to drive. Gas was not much different around town, if you are ever going to drive it get the v8...worth the $20. If your wife doesn't play keep up with the Jone's or care about brands, the best bet is to get the GM version (Envoy/Trailblazer) and save $100/mo....at least you will have a service team that can fix any problems.
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Re: I bought one [corrine58]
by imariquinn
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Feb 18, 2006 (2:59 am)
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Replying to: corrine58 (Jun 24, 2005 12:59 pm)
any updates since you have had the vehicle for 7 months or so?
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- #308 of 346
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Re: I Drove a 9-7x Linear Today [pitster]
by imariquinn
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Feb 18, 2006 (3:05 am)
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Replying to: pitster (Jun 30, 2005 7:35 pm)
did you buy one?
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- #309 of 346
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review
by bigdaddycoats
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Feb 22, 2006 (6:34 am)
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http://www.detnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060222/AUTO03/602220357/1149-
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- #310 of 346
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Re: review [bigdaddycoats]
by jchan2
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Feb 22, 2006 (5:55 pm)
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Replying to: bigdaddycoats (Feb 22, 2006 6:34 am)
Interesting. I'd probably declare the XC90 as the winner based on the information presented as I will never get over the fact that beyond a few modifications, the $42,000 9-7X is nearly identical to the $22,000 Chevrolet TrailBlazer my local dealership advertises every week for $18,999.
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