Date: Fri, 25 Apr 2003 10:34:07 -0400 From: 'nuther Bob <nonenopsam.nom> Subject: Re: Looking for Viggen Convertible info
On Thu, 24 Apr 2003 23:42:25 -0700, "pablo" <pabloNOSPAMnopsamlyhombreDOT.net> wrote: >I can tell you about my '02 9-3 SE convertible - which comes with the >Viggen's chassis settings if you load the options, albeit not the 2.3 engine Pablo has raised a good point... If you can't find a Viggen, or maybe as a better alternative, find a loaded 9~3 SE 'vert. You can pretty much build a Viggen and customize it to your needs as you do. That's probably a better alternative. First, the difference in HP is negligable. I know people like to compare HP head to head between manufactureres but there's no comparison between Saab turbo torque and other motors. My Nissan has 100 HP more than my Saab but the Saab will still outpull it by far on the highway. Saabs just have a lot of useable torque. Take one up on the highway, cruise along in 4th at about 65mph, and give it a bit of throttle as a test. You won't be disappointed. That said, you can also get an ECU upgrade ($500-$1000) and get the same HP from the 2.0 motor if you think you need it. You can also get the Viggen exhaust if you care ($400). On the suspension, you can upgrade the springs if you want as they have done in the Viggen. The Viggen is fairly stiff with the factory upgrades. If you DIY (or have someone install aftermarket springs for you) you can choose something a little softer than the Viggen or go stiffer, for about $300 parts, $200 labor. If you have money to spend you can throw in Koni adjustable shocks for $550 parts, the labor is the same for springs and/or shocks (2 for 1). You can change the wheels too if you like. I prefer 16" wheels myself since the roads where I live suffer from a lot of potholes, ruts, etc. *Not* having 17" wheels is a good thing in my book, YMMV. On the body, you can get a 9~3 body kit from Saab if you like. It has bumper covers, side skirts, rear covers, etc ($800) Or, you can just throw a front lip spoiler ($130) or a rear spoiler ($300) on if you want a little less dress. They are all factory parts so they actually fit. Painting would be needed. The only thing you would not have would be the Viggen leather colors (you still get leather)... and I recall something about ventilated seats only in the Viggen. I may be wrong. So, you could have a nice 9~3 convertible, customized to your liking, in a choice of colors. Something to think about. Bob
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