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  • Summary

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I am getting old

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

    looks smart, but they haven't experienced sitting in it with the crapo suspension

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No chance- until saab sort out the suspension i would steer clear

    What are you likely to buy next?

    5 series, Chrysler 300, Lexus

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £0

    When did you buy the car?

    November 2007

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Sticker price wasn't great but good p/x on old car made overall deal ok.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Saab's reputation for reliability. Unfortunately it is only a reputation and not a reality.

    What was the dealer like?

    Fine although didn't knock too much off after haggling

  • Driving it

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Engine quiet and powerful enough, but suspension woeful to say the least.

    What's it like to park?

    easy enough with parking sensors

  • Living with it

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Suspension. 9-3's are notorious for having loud, clunky , crashy suspension.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Nothing sticks out, just overall roomy practical family motor

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Bluetooth and parking sensors. Stereo is abysmal.