Date: Wed, 1 May 2002 19:08:24 +0100 From: "Iain McWilliams" <iainnopsamend.org.uk> Subject: Re: Saab 9-5 Wagon - which model
"Ron Redfield" <rbconopsamo.com> wrote in message news:aap6ne$coq77$1nopsam27770.news.dfncis.de... > > Hi, > > I can't figure out which of the wagons to get. Unfortunately, my wife is > strongly suggesting I get an automatic. I have been considering the Arc , > Aero or Linear. It all depends what you want... Linear - Entry Level but standard equipment knocks the socks off BMW etc. Arc - Luxury Spec - Lots of toys. Aero - High Performance, this car will accelerate 40-60 faster than a Porche 911! > I think it was mentioned to me by someone that the Aero is > not a true Saab engine, and that I should consider staying away from that. Emmmm... no. The Aero engine is absa-fragging-loutly SAAB. 2.3 Litres plus Turbo with a capital T to give 250bhp. You're probably thinking of the 3.0l V6 in the Arc that some Saab traditionalists see as a GM unit. > Any advice ? I live in Central NJ and drive under 10,000 miles per year. I > currently have a 1999 9-3SE that I am quite happy with , yet the lease is > coming due. I have a 9-5 SE Estate (UK) at the moment with an Aero on order to replace it in June. All three variants have their strengths, I'd test drive all three to see which gives you the most satisfaction per dollar. Regards, Iain