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#12 of 67 Re: 2003 Saab 9-3 Convertible [jeep53] by autoedu Feb 26, 2007 (8:55 pm)
Replying to: jeep53 (Feb 26, 2007 5:35 pm) Yes both are correct, no middle armrest, and no automatic door lock button in the car, however your key has automatic lock/unlock button.   I drive my 02 Saab 93 SE convertible 5 hours non-stop from az to ca, no middle armrest never seems to bother me. At high-speed on open road I always have both hands on the wheel, at cruising I have one of my hands on the bottom of the wheel to rest. When you get behind the wheel of Saab, you want to grap it with both hands and drive, it's that enjoyable. The powerful turbo-charged engine literally push you to the edge of your seat when you press on the gas pedal. It has the smoothest acceleration of any cars that I've ever driven.   I'm most impressed with its quietness, for a soft-top convertible none is quieter than a Saab. On long trip I always take my Saab because it's more comfortable, fun and somehow make my long trip shorter, maybe it's my soundtrack   Saab ownership enjoyment does require TLC and good maintenance. I also agree that Saab Customer Service needs major improvement. Its customer service isn't up to par for a luxury brand. Replies to this message: jeep53 (Feb 27, 2007 2:21 pm) jeep53 (Feb 27, 2007 2:42 pm) esfoad (Feb 28, 2007 6:44 am) and 2 more...
#13 of 67 Re: 2003 Saab 9-3 Convertible [jeep53] by esfoad Feb 27, 2007 (9:20 am)
Replying to: jeep53 (Feb 26, 2007 5:35 pm) There is an accessory armrest available from Saab for the previous model. I had it on my 2001. BTW, we now have a 2004 convertible and loved both of these cars. Try this link http://www.stateofnine.com/page/stateofnine/PROD/Non-sliding-ArmRest or this one http://www.stateofnine.com/page/stateofnine/PROD/SlidingArmrest Replies to this message: jeep53 (Mar 01, 2007 1:21 pm) esfoad (Mar 03, 2007 11:02 am)
#14 of 67 Re: 2003 Saab 9-3 Convertible [autoedu] by jeep53 Feb 27, 2007 (2:21 pm)
Replying to: autoedu (Feb 26, 2007 8:55 pm) Thanks so much for your reply. I appreciate it very much. I'm currently looking at a 2003 SE convertible and the price seems to be very good. Around $16,000. I think I could get used to not having an armrest like you said. I haven't had a convertible in more than 30 years and it's about time we had a fun car to drive. What concerned me was the longer trips but you answered that question for me. Thanks again and good luck with your Saab. Enjoy!! By the way, have you had any major problems with it at all? Replies to this message: jeep53 (Feb 27, 2007 2:42 pm) esfoad (Feb 28, 2007 6:44 am) jeep1999 (Feb 28, 2007 9:32 am) and 1 more...
#15 of 67 Re: 2003 Saab 9-3 Convertible [jeep53] by jeep53 Feb 27, 2007 (2:42 pm)
Replying to: jeep53 (Feb 27, 2007 2:21 pm) Thanks for your info about the armrest you can purchase for the Saab 9-3 convertible. I looked at the site but it said for years 1999 thru 2002. I thought the '02's and '03's were the same interior but I might be wrong about that. I'm going to send the company a question about that. By the way, was it easy to intall and did it help much? Thanks again for your input. Replies to this message: esfoad (Feb 28, 2007 6:44 am) jeep1999 (Feb 28, 2007 9:32 am) esfoad (Feb 28, 2007 10:48 am)
#20 of 67 Saab Maintenance by autoedu Feb 27, 2007 (10:56 pm)
Just keep up with basic maintenance. Here are a few tips 1 - Always use synthetic oil (Mobil 1) 0W-40 2 - Using above oil, change every 7500 miles 3 - Always use premium fuel, fill up the tank before low fuel indicator light up (avoid driving it with low fuel level)   Unique to Saab - *Use it for long trip (10+ miles), avoid short trips. Saab turbo-charged engine aren't made for running 5 errands around town all within 5 miles on a daily basis   *Saab is ready to go after 10 seconds of warm-up every morning, 30 seconds max. Avoid long idle.   *All saab owner should bookmark http://www.saabnet.com
#21 of 67 Re: 2003 Saab 9-3 Convertible [jeep53] by esfoad Feb 28, 2007 (6:44 am)
Replying to: jeep53 (Feb 27, 2007 2:42 pm) It was easy to install. I am used to an armrest so I found it uncomfortable without one. It was much better after I installed the arm rest. Replies to this message: jeep1999 (Feb 28, 2007 9:32 am) esfoad (Feb 28, 2007 10:48 am)

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