2004 Saab 9-3 Consumer Discussions

Saab 9-3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

2004 9-3 Aero

Written by: deanr2009 on Jun 15, 2009 01:04 PM

I'm looking at 2004 9-3 Aero with 40k miles, how much are people paying for 5 year old Saabs these days? Read More...

Saab 9-3 Sedan

Reliability

Written by: markmcdonough1 on Apr 21, 2009 09:56 AM

We have a 2003 9-3 Linear (42k miles) which is really a fun car to drive (my wife particularly loves it). But I've almost had it with maintenance issues. Mechanically the car has performed almost flawlessly, but the lesser issues have begun to kill us. Here's what's gone wrong over the years: 1. 2003: TCS module went bad, replaced under warranty. 2. 2004 or 2005: ... Read More...

Saab 9-3 Convertible

2002 or 2003

Written by: jb643 on Oct 14, 2008 05:29 PM

I am looking into a 9-3 2002 or 2003 convertible. As a new Saab fan, are there differences between the 2 years - I have heard that the 2003 convertible did not make as many changes as the 2004. The pricing for the '02 is about $2000 or more less than the '03 however the '02 has about 20,000 less miles I guess I am wondering what are the benefits of getting the '03 model even ... Read More...

Saab 9-3 Sedan

Re: Transmission

Written by: cmagold35 on Aug 01, 2008 10:39 PM

Sorry to start a new line...but I am in desperate need of advice. My 2004 Saab 9-3 ARC had the transmission go out at 54,000, which as you know is 4000 miles beyond the warranty. Cost on the repair is $3500. The first scheduled transmission SERVICE on this car is at 60,000 miles. I contacted Saab customer service and Saab corporate to request that they contribute ... Read More...

Saab 9-3 Convertible

93 2.0t Convertible roof stuck

Written by: colm964c2 on Jun 08, 2008 09:45 AM

Hello all, Just joined the group as a websearch found the forum. I have a 2004 93 Convertible (linear),which I use as a daily driver,and prefer for long journeys to my Porsche 911 C2. Today, however, the soft-top got stuck halfway open and would neither open nor close. The dashboard indicator said there was an obstacle blocking the soft-top, but nary a thing could ... Read More...

Saab 9-3 Sedan

just got my saab...some questions.

Written by: auburnfan24 on Feb 08, 2008 09:56 PM

so, i recently purchased my 2004 Saab 9-3 arc...i absolutely love it so far. i used to have a rodeo and wanted to get back to a car...i never even thought about a saab until i found one online at a dealership near me with 32k miles, fact. warrnty., and all the great features for under $15000...i wanted a jetta or a honda for a while so i finally went to look at it...i sat ... Read More...

Re: question about a used 2004 9-3 [costasmaz]

Written by: saablcp on Nov 27, 2007 08:51 AM

Don't fall for this pricing ploy!!!!The car is advertised as certified at that price......then the price is for a"certified car" not a "certifiable" car.This dealer is playing fast and loose with the certification procedure and the fact that is a two step process.In order for the car to be sold as a certified car it must go through a thorough diagnostic check ... Read More...

question about a used 2004 9-3

Written by: costasmaz on Nov 24, 2007 10:34 PM

I'm on the negotiations step of getting as used 9-3. Car was advertised for 17,000. I was told I could buy it for that price, or pay an extra for the "Saab Certification." My question is: Is the certification at an extra cost? It was advertised as a certified car for $17,000. Did I misunderstand? Does that mean it's ABLE to be certified? Thanks Read More...

Saab 9-3 Real World MPG

Re: MPG [eurospecialist]

Written by: waterdr on Dec 27, 2007 05:28 PM

Hey, I used the "turf" comment first - lol Has the car been dynoed? K&N is good for about 1 - 2 hp and an exhaust upgrade downstream of the cats is good for maybe 5 - 10 at most, though many net 0. I have spent a lot of time around dynos and most people are very dissappointed after spending money on these types of bolt-ons because they never deliver as advertised.....myself ... Read More...

Re: MPG [eurospecialist]

Written by: waterdr on Dec 27, 2007 04:05 PM

Glad you like the 9-5, but if you out running a V-8 Mustang, then they were not trying hard or it was really a V-6 made to look like a V-8. 1999 - 2004 Mustangs run 14.0 flat in the quarter out of the box. The 2005-2008 Stangs run mid 13's out of the box....both cars are sub 5.5 second cars 0-60 mph. The 95 Aero runs a 15.2 in the quarter and 6.7 sec 0-60. Keep in mind that horsepower ... Read More...