Date: Sun, 20 Aug 2006 21:46:56 -0400 From: Fred W <Malt_Houndnospamm-me-not*yahoo.com> Subject: Re: 2006 9-3 Convt vs 2003
Dr. Richard A. Silberstein wrote: > I recently purchased a 2003 9-3se Convt from a relative who left for Japan. > Love everything but harsh ride...and was told newer ones are better riding. > > Am considering getting a "leftover" 2006 (new) but mechanic at SAAB dealer > said that the 2006's were not made as well as the 2003---The 2003 was a true > Swedish-built car, while the 2006 is basically a GM car assembled over > there? > > Would love some opinions about this as I am very reluctant to trade my 2003, > which is totally trouble free, for a possible problem. > THANKS ALL! > > The '03 was a GM SAAB as much as the current model. The difference is the current model is a much better handling car. -- -Fred W