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Very satisfying drive.
MJ, 04/30/2009
2005 Saab 9-3 Aero 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
The 9-3 convertible is a total package that comes together for a very satisfying ride. If you look at any one detail of the car it may or may not be best in class, but when combined it just makes you smile. It gives a solid, tight, controlled ride, a little busy on bad pavement. You're very connected to the road. Acceleration from a dead stop is nothing special, but when you're on the road the passing power is impressive! Very comfortable seats. The automatic top opens/closes in 20 secs, even if you're driving (slowly). The stereo isn't strong, but its notes & sounds are very precise (don't confuse bass boost with good music). There's a reason this is Saab's most popular car.
9.3 convertible.....I'm not getting rid of it
jbeloff, 08/12/2013
2005 Saab 9-3 Arc 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
29 of 32 people found this review helpful
I have owned a saab for over 20 years and find them to be the highest quality car. While Saab has had it's many challenges over the years it has always produce a solid performer with above average reliability. Unfortunately the markets tends to go with the brands with the biggest budget to impress you with the image of it's brand. Saab has done a outstanding job mixing form with function. Everyone who has enjoyed the ride in my car are always impressed with the quality and find themselves asking why they never considered on. Saabs brand deserves leadership that can carry it's unique niche and continue it's quality builds to attract more owners looking for something that just works well.
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a huge step forward
soll, 06/12/2005
2005 Saab 9-3 Aero 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I had a 2001 9-3 SE. everything wrong with that car (and there was a lot) has been fixed. Night and day. A rare example of Detroit actually improving on a European car. As a devoted Audi fan, I selected the 9-3 over the A4 Cabriolet and haven't regretted it for a minute. Kudos to GM.
Better than expected
tom, 02/21/2009
2005 Saab 9-3 Arc 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car used with 45,000 miles on it and 6 mos. left on the factory warranty. The car has been great, looks and runs like a brand new car with no problems. It was a one owner car that I purchased from the original selling dealer.
Great, fun car
Thom, 05/09/2005
2005 Saab 9-3 Linear 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Great car, from the service at the dealership to its scheduled maintenance. I've only had one problem and it was with the emergency brake. The dealership towed it for free and fixed it over night. They even provided me with a Saab loaner car. The car is quite quick for its price range and is always fun to drive, especially on open, twisty roads (saab fixed torque steer!). The cars interior seems complex at first, but becomes easy to use after 10 minutes. Next to BMW's iDrive, this is like coloring in the lines. The tall stack design of the cockpit makes you think you're in an airplane, which sometimes brings you to the speed of one...minus 1 mach level of course. Outstanding car.