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Saab 9-3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

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Re: Turbo X [esobel] by jchan2
Jun 13, 2009 (7:19 pm)
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Replying to: esobel (Jun 12, 2009 5:18 pm)

Yes. All 2009 Aeros have XWD standard.
 
I think Bluetooth has become standard, although I'm unsure. I do know that on the V6 XWD models, you get the limited slip differential (eLSD) that used to be exclusive to the Turbo X. The '08 Aero XWD models didn't have the eLSD...
 
The new for 2009 2.0T XWD model doesn't have the limited slip differential either...
 
For 2009 I think trim lines got shuffled around a bit, and instead of just having 2 models and option packages (2.0T and Aero) now there's a bunch of different "trims" with names like Comfort, Sport, Touring, etc.
Still only 1 Aero model though...
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2004 9-3 Aero by deanr2009
Jun 15, 2009 (12:04 pm)
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I'm looking at 2004 9-3 Aero with 40k miles, how much are people paying for 5 year old Saabs these days?
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Need Advice on a 2008 9-3 convertible purchase by gfisher85
Jun 15, 2009 (7:07 pm)
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Test drove a bunch of convertibles and liked the Saab the best. The sales person offered me 34,000 for a brand new 2008 9-3 convertible 2.0T (MSRP 42,385). I left the dealer with him down to 32,000. We talked again 2 weeks later and he moved it down to 29,000. Now we are at $27,700 and I'm feeling good about it. Any suggestions on whether to take this?
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Re: Need Advice on a 2008 9-3 convertible purchase [gfisher85] by esobel
Jun 15, 2009 (7:23 pm)
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Replying to: gfisher85 (Jun 15, 2009 7:07 pm)

That seems like a decent deal (almost $15,000 off MSRP), but considering how quickly the dealer dropped the price down, you could try holding off to go lower. Of course you'll then run the risk of someone else buying the car. Here are a few of examples of heavily discounted 2008 Convertibles from dealers near me:
 
http://www.saabofmilford.com/VehicleDetails/1096404554 ($16,355 off MSRP)
http://www.saabofmilford.com/VehicleDetails/1096405574 ($16,735 off MSRP)
http://www.longcadillac.com/AdWizardAd/2745833 ($15,500 off MSRP)
 
These all have higher MSRPs though, so that'll affect the discount a little bit.
 
Either way, it seems like you have a good thing going, so good luck with your purchase.
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Re: Need Advice on a 2008 9-3 convertible purchase [esobel] by gfisher85
Jun 16, 2009 (5:20 pm)
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Replying to: esobel (Jun 15, 2009 7:23 pm)

I really appreciate you doing that for me. Those are some good deals you found. I've seen people on the forum saying they got a 2008 as low as 24k which is hard to believe, but anything is believable in this economy. I live in Florida and the market for a convertible is much stronger it seems. I actually searched a 700 mile radius with my dealer and we didn't find much of anything available. If i found a good deal up north, it would probably cost me 1,000 or more to just get the car down to Florida, not to mention the added miles to the vehicle. Kelly blue book says a new 2008 conv Saab is worth $27,500, so I think anyone who pays around this amount is doing fairly well.
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Re: Need Advice on a 2008 9-3 convertible purchase [gfisher85] by pas914
Jun 16, 2009 (8:35 pm)
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Replying to: gfisher85 (Jun 16, 2009 5:20 pm)

If you are looking at buying NEW, you can negotiate the deal from a distance and have the car shipped to you for a reasonable amount (that way there are no unnecessary miles put on the new car). Why limit yourself to just the cars within a few states? I looked all over the country and the going rate for shipping was generally around $600-$700. You can also use it as a negotiating point - try to get the dealer to split the shipping cost with you.
 
Of coarse, this only works with a new car .. I would be hesitant to buy a pre-owned car without seeing it first hand. Best of luck ..
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Re: Need Advice on a 2008 9-3 convertible purchase [pas914] by jayrider
Jun 22, 2009 (2:09 pm)
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Replying to: pas914 (Jun 16, 2009 8:35 pm)

You would be advised to pay for an independent inspection of your new car prior to purchase and shipping. About $100.
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Re: Need Advice on a 2008 9-3 convertible purchase [jayrider] by pas914
Jun 22, 2009 (4:25 pm)
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Replying to: jayrider (Jun 22, 2009 2:09 pm)

An inspection for a new car? If it is new (no miles) and purchased from a Saab dealership, an inspection would be a waste of money IMHO. I suppose it wouldnt hurt to do some homework/research on the dealership - some have better reputations than others. But at the end of the day, the (NEW) car will be in perfect condition upon delivery or you will have legal recourse (not to mention Saab/GM support to remedy any issues).
 
Now a preowned (CPO or not) or a Corporate/Demo is another story - a THOROUGH inspection would certainly be warranted (and advisable).
 
To each his own - whatever makes you comfortable with a purchase of this size ..
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to buy or not to buy by scaredtobuy1
Jun 22, 2009 (5:53 pm)
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Help. After reading numerous messages regarding 9-3 Saabs, I am still in limbo regarding purchasing a Saab. I read numerous messages, and have found the most concerns with the cupholders, rear brakes, radio, and seats. I can work with these issues. I live in Atlanta, so traffic is always hectic. I found a 2007 Saab for $17,000 w// 29,000. Good Deal? I am tempted to purchase the car, but I am concerned about Saab and GM. I have a Honda with over 230,000 miles, but I wonder if I will be able to keep the Saab for several years and thousands of miles. I understand that longevity and regular maintanence are related. I do not know about longevity with Saabs, esp since I do not see many on the road. After numerous suggestions to purchase a Honda, Nissan, Toyota, I still keep looking at the Saab in the window. Any suggestions?
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Re: Need Advice on a 2008 9-3 convertible purchase [pas914] by jayrider
Jun 23, 2009 (5:52 am)
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Replying to: pas914 (Jun 22, 2009 4:25 pm)

Visit a dealership and check out the new cars. Scratches, scuffs, misaligned trim etc.Not all in perfect condition. When I take delivery of a new car- I always take at least 30 minutes to check every inch, switch tuck and roll. It gets fixed before I take delivery not after. It pays to have someone independently check it out.But no big deal -- your car your money. Once it arrives with a problem-- the shipper blames the dealer -- the dealer blames the shipper. Roll the dice. Mechanicals probably not as critical since the car is new.

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