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Re: 9-3 buy or not buy?
Posted by Schu (more from Schu) on Thu, 4 Oct 2001 07:48:12
In Reply to: 9-3 buy or not buy?, peterd, Thu, 4 Oct 2001 07:29:39
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I've never liked the Volvos as it's more of a "laid back" ride and not sporty enough. Perhaps the European versions are different? They used to be.
You can update the 9-3SE TiD power greatly using Abbott Racing's modified ECU. Check their website.
The current 9-3 chassis and suspension is rather outdated but you are correct about its refinements.
I love my 9-3. There's just something about it. I've never kept a car this long. I love the storage capacity for such a sporty luxurious car.
I think the 9-5 has better handling characteristics. Why not try one of those too? I hear the 2002 base 9-5 has the 2001 Aero suspension.
Note that you can get some real deals on the current 9-3 right now which could help in your decision making. You could also buy one slightly used and let somebody else take the depreciation hit. That's what I did. I've put on 40K miles of my own with no real problems.
ps. It's always fun to play "magic tricks" by pulling very large items out of a seemingly small car. Basically, the Saab 9-3 is the true sport utility. Sport in that it's quick, handles well, and looks good; Utility in that it and can carry lots of cargo and handles well in the snow.
Best of luck,
Bill
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Posts in this Thread:
- 9-3 buy or not buy?, peterd, Thu, 4 Oct 2001 07:29:39
- Re: 9-3 buy or not buy?, nils, Mon, 22 Oct 2001 05:18:11
- Re: 9-3 buy or not buy?, Javier, Wed, 10 Oct 2001 17:33:20
- Re: 9-3 buy or not buy?, Dave, Thu, 4 Oct 2001 20:58:47
- Re: 9-3 buy or not buy?, Ray, Thu, 4 Oct 2001 15:36:25
- Re: 9-3 buy or not buy?, Schu, Thu, 4 Oct 2001 07:48:12 <-- Viewing This Message
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