Date: Tue, 11 Nov 2003 18:39:43 GMT From: Paula Simsnopsamom Subject: Re: Regarding Saab purchase of 9-5
In article <vr1hqm2n1iu159nopsam.supernews.com>, CSantelmannopsamgraNOSPAMonline.com says... > Check out the "9-5 buyers guide" on the Saabscene forum. > > http://www.t.co.uk/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=forum;f=12 > > This has been a very helpful site for me. > > Craig > > "ezra" <emoronopsamatico.ca> wrote in message > news:yX1sb.5201$fB3.444954nopsam20.bellglobal.com... > > Hi there, I'm new to this group so bare with me. I'm looking into > > purchasing a Saab 9-5 from model years 2000 to 2003. I was wondering if > > there are any problems I should know about? Any quality issues? Are they > > expensive to repair? Are parts readily available? Are the dealerships > > relatively helpful? Are parts expensive? Are their any quality issues I > > should be aware of? > > I am considering either the Saab 9-5 or Volvo S60, and it seems that > > the Saab gives me more for the money. And it has a slightly more unique > set > > of lines, ones I find myself appreciating more than I do of those found on > > the S60. > > I'm living in Toronto, Canada. Any help would be appreciated. Also, > > would it be unwise to take ownership of a Saab 9-5 Aero? Or are they too > > rough riding for most road conditions? > > Thanks for anyone's help. > > > > > > > We just purchased a 2003 9-5 wagon and love it. We got rid of our 1996 Volvo 850 GLT wagon with only 155,000 miles on it. We loved the ride but the same parts kept breaking over and over (5 blower motors, 4 interlock switches, the back assembly broke 3 times, and the door hinges kept cracking). We were really disappointed and found out that many other Volvo owners have gone through the same thing. So unless Volvo starts guaranteeing their parts (as Ford as done), then they can eliminate us from their customer list. And yes, you are right, after reading the 1.5" thick owner's manual, we feel that the SAAB is a better value for the money. -- Paula Sims paula_sims_2003nopsamail.com
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