Saab 9-3 Saloon (2002 - 2011) 1.9D Linear Sport (150bhp) 4d Auto (2005/55) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

A man who likes to keep his image up without breaking the bank.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

They love it

Would you buy this car again and why?

Definitely. Would most likely buy with leather and bigger alloys who, 16" doesn't do this car justice.

What are you likely to buy next?

Saab 1.9 TTID

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£4,500

When did you buy the car?

January 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

Bought the car from a car supermarket. Got a wicked deal as it needed the major 73k service, got £2000 off the price of the car. The service cost £750 at SAAB, so a fair saving.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Bought the car as its a cheap family car with an executive image.

What was the dealer like?

Brought from car supermarket, looked around the car at my own pace and had a range of optional warranty packages on offer.

What's it like to drive?

very nice and smooth. There is turbo lag though, plus when you put the foot down its to much power for the front wheels other than that its good.

What's it like to park?

Easy

Have you had any problems with the car?

The wheels went out of balance got that done. The alternator had to be changed aswell other than that so far so good. The suspension creaks alot though.

What's most practical about your car?

The fuel economy and the parking sensors, don't know how i ever lived without them

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Rear parking sensors.