I'd still skip the Arc and its V6. Why get the Arc when the Aero is the same price (with manual tranny, or $1300 more with 5sp auto)? For 2001 and earlier models, the price diff between the V6 and the LPT/Aero models were such that getting the V6 made some sense for those who wanted more power than the LPT or for those who couldn't afford an Aero. Those considerations were eliminated in 2002 and going into 2003 with the current price structure.

Also, the 4cylinder engine has more aftermarket power upgrade options than the V6.

The only reason to get the Arc now is if you're adamant on getting a SAAB and want a V6 regardless of power or price. However, SAAB seems to need to offer it if only to pacify those who say luxo cars in this price range need more cylinders and for new car buyers who have been brainwashed into thinking V6 (more cylinders) is better and are likely prospective 1st time SAAB buyers. Just a guess.

Until SAAB ups the power ante of the V6 to levels on par with its competitors and/or drops the Aero version 4 cylinder engine in this lineup-this will remain the case. SAAB needs to end the dichotomy and makes up its mind on the engine issue. A 300hp V6 would do nicely and pretty much turn the tables on the 4 cylinder debate. Retaining the underpowered (yet turbocharged V6) in its current form is ludicrous. Compare to the '03 Accords 240hp from the same displacement and you see what I mean.

I only wished I had waited for '02-my loaded '01 LPT cost more than a current Aero (sigh).

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• Want to buy a 9-5 wagon for the wife. Need help, Romo, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 04:25:59
  • Let Her Decide!, Catherine, Sat, 21 Sep 2002 23:30:28
    • Re: Let Her Decide!, Romo, Sun, 22 Sep 2002 00:41:10
  • Hope I didn't make a mistake!, Steve G , Fri, 20 Sep 2002 22:09:00
    • Re: Hope I didn't make a mistake!, Steve G , Sat, 21 Sep 2002 23:17:55
    • Sounds like the perfect choice for you..., Mike Lynch , Sat, 21 Sep 2002 19:18:49
    • Re: Hope I didn't make a mistake!, AeroLady, Sat, 21 Sep 2002 12:28:49
    • Re: Hope I didn't make a mistake!, Ron H, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 22:45:21
  • 1.Linear 2.Yes 3.No - Get Linear w/out prem......., Mike Lynch , Fri, 20 Sep 2002 21:47:01
    • Re: 1.Linear 2.Yes 3.No - Get Linear w/out prem......., romo, Sat, 21 Sep 2002 01:15:29
      • If she currently has an SC400..., keeton, Sat, 21 Sep 2002 09:15:28
        • Lexus lady might appreciate Arc or Aero..., Mike Lynch , Sat, 21 Sep 2002 19:06:34
        • Keeton,, Romo, Sat, 21 Sep 2002 12:14:49
          • Re: Keeton,, Stephen Goldberger, Sat, 21 Sep 2002 23:43:55
  • Re: Want to buy a 9-5 wagon for the wife. Need help, saab newbe, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 14:11:13
  • I wouldn't say 3 is a buttload. & Don't U drive em >, Texron, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 12:16:54
    • Thanks Guys., romo, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 12:22:51
      • Re: Thanks Guys., BrooksG, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 12:50:40
  • Re: Want to buy a 9-5 wagon for the wife. Need help, keeton, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 10:39:40
  • Re: Want to buy a 9-5 wagon for the wife. Need help, jo, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 09:28:26
    • Nix the V6, Ron H, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 10:00:45 <-- Viewing This Message
      • What If..., Arc-ed, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 22:29:52
        • Re: What If..., Ron H, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 23:06:37
      • Re: Nix the V6, jo, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 11:22:19
        • Re: Nix the V6, Ron H, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 12:04:42
          • Re: Nix the V6, Douglas, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 22:07:37
            • You're right about the brakes, Ron H, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 23:09:10
          • "Why buy an Arc if you can get an Aero?", Jason, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 16:51:36
            • Re: "Why buy an Arc if you can get an Aero?", Ron H, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 17:02:28
              • I found the LPT 4 to be a slug due to turbo lag..., keeton, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 21:48:37
              • That's good to know, Jason, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 17:54:25
                • Mine does lag some in TX heat, ms, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 18:44:39
          • Re: Nix the V6, Rick, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 16:19:02
            • Ventilated seats, Ron H, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 16:32:00
      • Underpowered? Ever driven one, Ron?, Owen, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 11:10:07
        • Re: Underpowered? Ever driven one, Ron?, Ron H, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 12:17:44
  • Re: Beware, she might want an Aero!, AeroLady, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 08:14:12
  • Re: Want to buy a 9-5 wagon for the wife. Need help, Ron H, Fri, 20 Sep 2002 08:08:47

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