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Date: Sun, 30 Nov 2003 00:59:27 GMT
From: KeithG <noonenopsamhlink.net>
Subject: Re: Classic 900 v 9-3 ?


Matt wrote: > "ma_twain" <ma_twainnopsamo.com> wrote in message > news:3FC7E800.8030804nopsamo.com... > >>The 9-3 would make a good alternative, but I would not buy it new. For >>the same money as a new 9-3, you have many other choices. But, since >>Saabs don't hold their value, a previously owned 9-3 makes a good car. >>Now for the pros and cons, only my opinion: >>1. You can't beat the big curved windshield of a Classic or the >>visibility out of the back. Any of the current models, Toyota, Saab, >>Nissan etc all seem to have the flat front windshield and the high back >>end (small rear window=visibility issues), so any of the current cars >>have about the same visibility, 9-3 included. >>2. The current models have glass sun roofs while the Classics have steel >>sun roofs. Why is this important? It could cost your life or cause >>injuries. I had another car with a glass run roof. A tree fell on the >>roof while I was driving. The glass sun roof shattered, it is not >>laminated glass. If I did not have inside cover closed the glass pieces >> would have sprayed all over me. However - you won't be able to get a >>steel sunroof in the current 9-3, so this is another point for the > > Classic. > >>3. The unique engine arrangement of the Classic has been given credit >>for its superior handling in the snow - but you know that already from >>driving your Classic. >>4. The current 9-3 is as good any other car out there, but if I could >>find a Classic I would buy one. I currently own two Classics and know >>where a 1987 Silver (red leather)turbo 3 door hatchback is for sale in >>the Northern Virginia area. >>Matt wrote: >> >> >>>My old Classic 900 is sadly now nearing the point where it has to go to > > the > >>>great scrap yard in the sky :( >>> >>>I've been trying to find a low mileage Classic 900 to replace it but it >>>looks like they're like hen's teeth! >>> >>>So, i'm starting to consider a 9-3, i've heard far too many negative > > things > >>>about GM's first incarnation of the 900 to dismiss that >>> >>>What is the 9-3 like?, strengths/weaknesses?, how does it compare to the >>>Classic 900?, would it make a good alternative? >>> >>>Ta >>> >>>Matt >>> > > > Is the boot (trunk) as big in the 9-3 as it is in the Classic 900? > > No! Not even close. My 0.02 - If you need to get a small one one, get a 9^3. Many fixes over the NG900. THe 9k is a bit of a maintenance hog compared to the C900, but it feels more of a Saab than the 9^3. 5spds are available and as long as it is not an Aero, they are pretty reasonably priced. There were/are 2 '96 9ks near me (columbus, OH US) recently. Both 5sp, clean and <5500 US. To take a lpt to Aero power levels is pretty inexpensive as well. If you NEED the HP ;-) I just recently bought a '97 CS 5sp with 72kmi for 6500. KeithG

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