UK, United Kingdom, Great Britain, England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland
19/5/12 08:12

Saab 9-3 1.8T VECTOR SPORT For Sale

(Saab 9-3 1.8T VECTOR SPORT for sale | Cheap Saab for sale | Bargan Saab 9-3 1.8T VECTOR SPORT for sale | New Saab 9-3 1.8T VECTOR SPORT for sale | Discount Used Saab 9-3 1.8T VECTOR SPORT )

Saab 9-3 1.8T VECTOR SPORT for sale

2008 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT DTH ESTATE AUTO BLUE 08 REH FSH 1 FORMER OWNER
.
| NO EMAILS OR TEXT MESSAGES | YOUR ARE BIDDING ON A HPI CLEAR | SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT DTH AUTO ESTATE DIESEL 2006 56 REG METALIC BLUE BLACK/GREY LEATHER...>
1 FORMER OWNER 132,000 MOTORWAY MILES FULL HISTORY, MOT, AIRCON,POWER STEERING, ELECTRIC WINDOWS MIRRORS,REMOTE CENTRAL LOOKING ALARM CD PLAYER AND ALLOYS, DRIVES WELL,LOADS MORE EXTRAS ANY VIEWINGS AND INSPECTIONS ARE WELCOME YOU CAN CALL ME ON 07756 473647. | NO PAYPAL PAYMENTS PAYMENT AND COLLECTION IS REQUIRED WITHIN 3 DAYS OF BUYING, IF YOU HAVE LESS THAN 10 FEEDBACK PLEASE CONTACT ME FIRST, YOU ARE BIDDING TO BUY NOT TO PLAY GAMES, THANKS FOR LOOKING AND HAPPY BUYING!!!!! | X
£4995.00

19/05/12 19:50

New Saab 9-3 1.8T VECTOR SPORT for sale

SAAB 9-3 VECTOR
.
1.8T VECTOR SPORT
You`d be hard pressed to find a better handling sports saloon than SAAB`s 9-3. There`s something tactile and immediate about the 9-3, an ideal family car...>
with a bit of fun on the side, Coming with some fantastic features such as;-ABS-Alarm-Alloy Wheels-Audio Remote Control-Body Coloured Bumpers-Climate Control-Cruise Control-Drivers Airbag-Electric Door Mirrors-Folding Rear Seats-Front Electric Windows-Front Fog Lights-Half Leather Seats-Heated Door Mirrors-Immobiliser-Passenger Airbag-Power Steering-Radio/CD Multichanger-Rear Electric Windows-Remote Central Locking-Reverse Parking Aid-Service Indicator-Side Airbags-Sports Seats-Steering Wheel Rake Adjustment-Steering Wheel Reach Adjustment-Traction Control-Trip Computer-Owners - 2Technical DataFuel Type PETROL Power BHP 150.1 Torque RPM 2000 Power RPM 5500 Max Speed MPH - 131 Acceleration (0-60 MPH) secs - 9.0Combined MPG - 34.9This will be a trade sale with no warranty given or implied, The vehicle will have a full workshop safety inspection prior to sale, winning bidder will need to contact Lings Honda on 01502537444 within 48 hours of item finishing to leave a 10% deposit. X
£3500.00


20/05/12 08:35
SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT 1.9 TID BLUE 2005-55. Diesel. Tax and MOT. No Reserve.
.
Saab 9-3 Vector Sport 1.9TID Diesel 2005 55 Reg. No Reserve Auction. On Sale From Start Price. MOT until October 23rd. Tax end of August. Two keys and...>
all the documents and books with the car. Wheel lock key present. This car has had one previous owner and the present registered owner, both the same family. The exterior and interior of the car are in very good condition and everything still appears to work. Now make no mistake, this car has travelled 200400 miles. The mechanics of the car are running well with no major noises and no smoke. The gearbox is still very smooth. The ABS light is on and the management light is on. The glow plugs are tired and there is a slight rattle or knock from the front suspension. This is a motor trade clearance vehicle, it will be sold `as is`, all inspections are welcome and all questions will be answered as honestly as possible. Email or call 01746765278 or 07773345218 To be paid for in full on collection. X
£850.00

20/05/12 14:17
2006 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT TID 8V BLUE
.
| 4 Doors, Manual, Saloon, Diesel, partial Leather seats. | Heated door mirrors, electric door mirrors, Folding rear seats, 3x3 point rear seat belts,...>
Isofix child seat anchor points, Cruise Control, Front and Rear Electric windows, side airbags, Passenger airbag, ABS, Sports seats, Steering wheel reach adjustment, Traction control, ESP, Reverse parking aid. Twin electric tow bar. | MOT til December 2012. Tax til March 2013 | service history ; EGR Valve replaced April 2010. New CIM unit May 2011. New Dual mass fly wheen April 2012. Tyres replaced with Michelin Primacy 2 in September 2010 and 2 in May 2011 | Viewing available, call 07766 222 907 to arrange time. | Car is advertised elsewhere, so I reserve the right to remove from sale. | Deposit of £200 required at end of auction. Balance to be paid CASH on collection | X
£3200.00

20/05/12 18:38
2006/56 REG SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT TID DIESEL BLACK
.
SAAB9-3 VECTOR SPORTTWO OWNERS FROM NEW WITH FULL SERVICE HISTORYTHE BLACK BODYWORK IS IN NEAR PERFECT CONDITION WITH HARDLY A MARK WORTHY OF A MENTION.THE...>
HALF LEATHER INTERIOR IS ALSO EXCELLENT WITH NO RIPS OR TEARS AND HAS NEVER BEEN SMOKED IN OR USED TO CARRY PETS.DRIVES AS NEW WITH NO FAULTS, IT DOES HAVE A SHORT MOT THEREFORE WE WILL ADD 12 MONTHS.IF YOU NEED ANY FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CALL ROB ON:-01582883758OR07860269963 X
£3200.00


20/05/12 18:43
2007 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT TID BLACK 6 SPEED MANUAL
.
| SELLING MY 2007 SAAB 1.9TID VECTOR SPORT IN BLACK , LOVELY CAR GREAT PAINT WORK, INTERIORS LEATHER ALL GOOD DRIVES LIKE NEW. JUST HAD MOT, COMES WITH...>
SERVICE HISTORY, 6 SPEED, CLIMATE CONTROL ABS, ALL ELECTRIC, 6 CD SOUND SYSTEM, EXCELLENT MPG, EXCELLENT CONDITION FIRST TO SEE WILL BUY IM SURE. ONLY REASON IM SELLING AS NEED A 7 SEATER FOR THE KIDS, | MOT TILL MARCH 2013 | TAXED TILL MAY 2012 | 119,000 MILES NOTHING FOR A DIESEL AS YOU WILL SEE WHEN YOU DRIVE NO PROBLEMS WITH MECHANICS ENGINE QUITE, DRIVES SMOOTH NO KNOCKS ECT. JUST A LOVELY CAR | FIRST TO SEE WILL BUY SO BE QUICK !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! | IF YOU WISH TO COME AND VIEW THE CAR BEFORE THE END OF THE AUCTION PLEASE SEND ME A MESSAGE OR CALL ME ON 07885243685 ASK FOR GLENN. | THE CAR IS LOCATED IN CLACTON ON SEA.ESSEX | CASH ON COLLECTION PLEASE ONCE YOU HAVE TEST DRIVEN THE CAR... | X
£1210.00

20/05/12 18:56
2006 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT ESTATE 1.9 DTH BLUE
.
98000 MILES FULL SAAB SERVICE HISTORY
| HERE FOR SALE A BEAUTIFUL SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT 1.9 DTH ESTATE, HAS HAD ONLY TWO OWNERS FROM NEW 98000 MILES WITH A FULL SAAB MAIN DEALER SERVICE HISTORY...>
A SERVICE BOOK WITH 7 STAMPS, THE TIMING BELT WAS DONE AT 71586 MILES ON 24-10-2010, MOT IS 26-04-2013, NO TAX BUT IF SOMEONE GIVES THE BUY IT NOW I WILL TAX FOR 6 MONTHS, THE CAR REALLY DOES DRIVE SUPERB AND IS VERY ECONOMICAL, THE BODYWORK IS EXCELENT APART FROM A FEW SMALL STONE CHIPS ON THE BONET AND THE DIESEL FLAP OFF COLOUR A LITTLE, THE INTERIOR IS EXCELENT, THE CAR BENEFITS FROM POWER STEERING, ABS, ESP, ALLOYS, CRUISE CONTROL, FULL LEATHER SEATS, 6 SPEED MANUAL GEARBOX, E/WINDOWS, E/MIRRORS, AIR CON CLIMATE CONTROL, CD, ONBOARD COMPUTER, REMOTE CENTRAL LOCKING (TWO KEYS) | THIS REALLY IS A VERY GENUINE CAR EXCELENT SERVICE HISTORY EXCELENT CONDITION AND DRIVES LOVELY. | ANY FURTHER QUESTIONS CALL 07860802942. | PLEASE NO TIME WASTERS. | THANKS FOR LOOKING. | X
£3995.00

20/05/12 19:22
2008 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT ESTATE TiD 150BHP TURBO DIESEL *NEW SHAPE - STUNNING*
.
F/S/H, MOT 2013, 12 Mths Wty, All Extra`s, 100% HPi Clr
| 2008 | SAAB 9-3 | VECTOR SPORT | SPORTWAGON | *************************************************************************************************************...>
| *NEW-SHAPE* | 1.9 Tid 150 BHP | ****************************************************************************************************** | *SIX SPEED* | *TURBO DIESEL* | ******************************************************************************************* | LUXURY | COMPACT ESTATE | (UP TO 60 MPG!) | ********************************************************************************************** | *SOUGHT AFTER* | *DIESEL MODEL* | *********************************************************************************************** | STUNNING EXECUTIVE | FAMILY ESTATE | *************************************************************************************************************** | *HALF LEATHER* | *SPORTS INTERIOR* | **************************************************************** | *FULL* | *SERVICE HISTORY* | *************************************************************** | *ES-13 AUDIO* | *AERO WHEELS* | ***************************************************************************************************************** | *100% SUPERB* | *CONDITION* | (AT THIS AGE/PRICE/MILEAGE YOU WON’T FIND ONE BETTER) | ********************************************************************************************** | *MOT JAN 2013* | *************************************************************************************** | HIGH SPEC | ALL THE EXTRAS | ************************************************************************************************************** | *FULL* | *12 MTHS WARRANTY* | ******************************************************************************************************************* | *ONE OWNER* | (Plus SAAB UK Themselves) | ************************************************************************************************************ | Only | 77,000 Miles | (Guaranteed Genuine!) | ********************************************************************************************* | HPI Clear | Loads of Specification | **Cheap Car**Cheap Car**Cheap Car**Cheap Car** | Tested To 31st January 2013 | Can Tax At Buyers Expense | **10 DAYS FREE ‘DRIVE AWAY’ INSURANCE AVAILABLE** | 10 Days Fully Comprehensive Insurance FREE | (Conditions Apply) | ** Please see my 100% Sellers Feedback and buy with Confidence** | **Please read the ‘About Me’ Section at the bottom of the listing** | Any Questions Call 07828 906866 | It is difficult to get ‘FULL SIZE’ photo’s displayed here on eBay but if you send a message with your email address I will be happy to send you the original pictures for your viewing pleasure! J | **PLEASE NOTE** | Please know that this car is, for all intents and purposes, 100% FAULTLESS!!! | To put that in simple terms…..THERE ARE NO ‘BAD POINTS’ | **THIS CAR IS SUPPLIED WITH A FULL 12 MONTHS PARTS & LABOUR WARRANTY (Full Details Available Upon Request) | If you want to know ‘why are you selling it?’ quite simply if you look at my other items you will see that ‘selling cars’ is pretty much what I do….but to be honest this car is SO NICE I COULD KEEP IT!!! | As stated in the title this car is ONE OWNER FROM NEW (plus SAAB GB in the Log Book) | **IMPORTANT** | THIS IS THE VERY FIRST ‘NEW SHAPE’ SAAB 9-3 I HAVE EVER SOLD!! If you are not sure if what the ‘difference’ is between this and the 2007 models just take a look at the front end and it will become strikingly obvious!! The front of this car is MUCH, MUCH MORE MODERN AND ATTRACTIVE and has an altogether much more ‘aerodynamic’ feel to it! You will notice that the doors and side panels are all slightly different too as well as the flared side skirts and aero style boot lip spoiler……..all this comes together to make what could be THE BEST LOOKING MID-SIZED TURBO DIESEL ESTATE ON THE MARKET!! | To make this car EVEN MORE DESIRABLE it is fitted with the SUPERB FULL SIZE ‘AERO’ STYLE STAR SPOKE ALLOYS THAT ARE SLIGHTLY NICER THAN GORGEOUS!! You will find that the car is further enhanced by the AMAZING SAAB ES-13 300watt SOUND UPGRADE THAT IS SIMPLY FANTASTIC!! | What’s more if you take a peek at the photo’s you will notice that the car is is finished in the MOST DESIRABLE COLOUR (Fusion Blue) and fully complemented with TWO-TONE HALF LEATHER SPORTS UPHOLSTERY that not only looks great but is simply fantastic to sit on!! | To top it all off and to make sure it ‘ticks all the boxes’ this stunning turbo diesel sport wagon comes to you with ALL THE BOOKS AND FULL BOOK PACK, FULL SERVICE HISTORY, LONG MOT, 12 MONTHS WARRANTY AND TWO FULLY FUNCTIONAL REMOTE CENTRAL LOCKING KEYS!! | Make no mistake this is the VERY ‘SOUGHT AFTER’ VECTOR SPORT SIX SPEED TiD (Superb 150 BHP Turbo Diesel) CAPABLE OF UP TO 60 MPG with the FIVE-SPOKE ‘AERO’ ALLOY WHEEL, BLUETOOTH HANDS FREE PHONE, ES-13 300W SOUND UPGRADE as well as GORGEOUS HALF LEATHER SPORTS SEATS and PREMIUM SOUND!!! | Not to Mention the ‘COMFORT PACK’ INCLUDING ELECTRIC WINDOWS ALL ROUND, DRIVER INFORMATION CENTRE, DUAL ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL AND AIR-CONDITIONING | This car was OVER £27,000 WHEN NEW…..it is NOW YOURS FOR A FRACTION OF THE ORIGINAL PRICE!! | Looked after properly this car will see you on the road for another TWENTY YEARS OR MORE!! | Before we go any further please just take a moment to CONGRATULATE YOURSELF for having the presence of mind to be looking at a SAAB 9-3 TURBO DIESEL VECTOR SPORT WAGON ESTATE as your next car!!! | These are one of the MOST DESIRABLE, SOUGHT AFTER and COVETED MID-SIZED COMPACT TURBO DIESEL ‘SPORTWAGON’ ESTATES IN THE UK TODAY! | This car could NOT BE BETTER!! Please continue to read the rest of the description but in all honesty I have nothing bad to say…there are NO BAD POINTS AT ALL and it is all just ‘good news’ from here on in! | To say this car is quick for its size is an understatement, put your foot down and you’re away! | This is ONE OF THE MOST POWERFUL DIESEL ESTATE CARS MONEY CAN BUY (In its size class!) The superb 1.9 TiD 4 Cylinder TURBO DIESEL Swedish Powerhouse easily produces 150 BHP without ever putting a strain on itself and really does move you along smoothly and at a very nice pace! Not only is it powerful but it is truly ‘frugal’ as well with LOW CO2 emissions meaning it is ONLY £90.75 TO TAX FOR SIX MONTHS and is easily capable of returning you UP TO SIXTY MILES PER GALLON!! | Please continue to read my detailed description of the car and its drive. If you like your ‘news in brief’ however here is a quick summary; | 1. Apart from a couple of very light marks from general wear and tear this car is in ‘PRETTY MUCH 100% PERFECT CONDITION’ | 2. The Interior of the car is actually in ‘AS NEW’ Condition and really has to be seen to be believed!! | 3. The car is fitted with a AERO ALLOYS, BLUETOOTH HANDSFREE & ES-13 AUDIO UPGRADE | 4. The car DRIVES SUPERBLY WITHOUT ANY FAULT WHAT-SO-EVER! | 5. The car has a FULL SERVICE HISTORY | 6. The Car is COMPLETELY HPI CLEAR, HAS LOADS OF POWER AND ALL BUTTONS, SWITCHES AND GADGETS ARE IN FULL WORKING ORDER!! | 7. The car really does look stunning and I am myself amazed to be selling a car that looks and drives like this for this kind of money!!! | 8. The car is supplied to you with an MOT until the end of JANUARY NEXT YEAR! | 9. I have all the books, papers and service history as well as a Brand New Spare Wheel, All the Tools and TWO KEYS!! | Here is my report from the drive of the car; | There is absolutely NO juddering of the steering wheel, No pulling to the left or right, NO funny noises from the, the car drives 100% PERFECT AND WITHOUT FAULT! | There are ABSOLUTELY NO creaks, groans or other noises from the suspension. The suspension is nice and firm and really gives the car an ALMOST NEW FEELING on the road! The SUPERB ‘SHORT SHIFT’ SIX SPEED GEAR CHANGE is ULTRA smooth and positive and the gears select properly. The clutch is light and at a good level and is operating perfectly!! (Remember this car is VERY, VERY FAST FOR A DIESEL ESTATE!!) The braking is first class excellent. The car does not overheat; there are no leaks of oil or any other fluid evident at all (just take a look at the photographs to see how CLEAN & DRY this car is under the bonnet!). The car Starts first time with the key and without the need to press the accelerator. On tick over the engine is both quiet and smooth and does not jump around the rev range. The general feel of the car when driving is ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC!! The Power Steering is light but positive at the same time and everything feels tight and nothing lets on the age of the car. I can assure you (as it is a ‘bug bear’ of mine) that there are ABSOLUTELY NO creaks and rattles from the fixtures and fittings at all. There are no warning lights on the dashboard. All the tyres look to be in good order with plenty of tread left on them. | Put simply there is NO FAULT AT ALL WITH THE WAY THIS CAR DRIVES! | There were no real advisories on the last MOT and the car has a FULL SERVICE HISTORY. | Here are the dates and mileages of the services; | 04-03-08 Pre-Delivery Inspection | 06-02-09 17,379 Miles | 11-11-09 34,679 Miles | 24-08-10 52,583 Miles | 24-06-11 65,388 Miles | Please note that the service intervals for this car are EVERY TWO YEARS OR 18,000 MILES WHICHEVER COMES FIRST!! | The INSIDE OF THIS CAR IS PERFECT, ‘AS NEW’, WITHOUT FAULT. THERE ARE ABSOLUTLEY NO OBVIOUS SIGNS OF WEAR AT ALL! | In Addition EVERYTHING IS IN FULL WORKING ORDER (Windows, Mirrors, PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM, Factory Fitted Bluetooth Hands Free System, Multi-Function Display etc etc) | As mentioned above the LUXURY TWO-TONE ‘HALF LEATHER’ VECTOR SPORT ‘FIGURE HUGGING’ SEATS ARE ALL IN ‘SUPERB CONDITION’ and honestly, you could put them in a SAAB SHOWROOM and no-one would think twice about it!! (Seriously, even I cannot believe just how nice, clean and tidy the interior is...if you sat me in this car and told me it had done only 15K I would have no problem at all believing that to be true!) | The door panels, roof, boot area, rear seats and carpets are all IN PERFECT, UNMARKED, UNWORN CONDITION! The car has its FACTORY FITTED ‘UPGRADED’ ES-13 300watt PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM (it even has speakers in the tailgate!) with a SUPERB ‘IN-DASH’ SINGLE SLOT SIX DISC CD CHANGER which really does SOUND FANTASTIC with good BASS & TREBLE. | I wish there was more to say about the inside of this car but quite frankly it is JUST EXCELLENT! | No matter how hard I try I can’t OVERSTATE HOW NICE THIS CAR IS! Just like the drive of the car you will find the interior to be every bit as good as you could possibly hope for with NO BAD POINTS AT ALL!! | There are plenty of extras on this car and here are just a few of them; | LUXURY FULL SPORTS ‘HALF LEATHER’ UPHOLSTERY | MULTI-SPOKE ‘AERO UPGRADE’ ALLOY WHEELS | FULLY INTEGRATED ‘BLUE-TOOTH’ HANDSFREE PHONE | Air-Conditioning with DUAL ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL | Hand Stitched Leather Bound Steering Wheel | TWO STAGE HEATED SEATS | REVERSE PARKING SENSORS | Centre Arm Rest | Power Steering | Cruise Control | Traction Control | Heated Mirrors | Remote Central Door Locking | Air Bags | Electric Windows All Round | Electric Mirrors | Engine Immobiliser | ABS Braking | Roof Bars | Factory Fitted PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM | And Much, Much More | On the outside is in STUNNING CONDITION for its age and mileage. The car is finished in gorgeous ‘FUSION BLUE’ PEARLESCENT PAINT which gives it a great modern, ‘URBAN’ appearance you will find that this car really is a ‘sight to behold’ The paintwork, as you can see from the pictures, is EXCEPTIONALLY BRIGHT and has not faded. The colour REALLY IS FANTASTIC! And has an almost ‘wet & sticky’ look to it. You would expect that on a TURBO DIESEL estate of this age/mileage there would be at least a few scuffs, scrapes dents and scratches around the place. I have to tell you that other than a couple of the lightest bits of wear and tear such as stone chips etc you will find that there are simply NO DENTS, SCRATCHES, SCRAPES OR SCUFFS that are worth an individual mention to be found anywhere on this car at all. Just like the interior of this amazing car, for it’s age and mileage, the EXTERIOR CONDITION IS REALLY HARD TO BELIEVE!! | I can confirm that the car has NEVER BEEN PAINTED FOR ANY REASON and there has certainly been no serious accident damage as the car is TOTALLY HPI CLEAR. The alloy wheels are ‘AERO TURBO’ UPGRADE MULTI-SPOKE ALLOYS and not only do they look GORGEOUS but they are VERY GOOD CONDITION! | In addition to everything else that you have read the car is supplied with a brand new spare wheel and tools. I also have the original ‘book pack’ with owner’s manual, audio guide and FULLY STAMPED SERVICE BOOK! | The car is SUPPLIED WITH TWO KEYS both of which are remote central locking keys that are working and in good order. | To conclude and summarise. | With MOT to JANUARY NEXT YEAR a FULL AND COMPLETE SERVICE HISTORY, A DRIVE THAT IS 100%, 12 MONTHS PARTS & LABOUR WARRANTY and PRESENTED IN OVERALL ‘PRISTINE’ CONDITION I am not sure what else you could ask for? | Really this is a TRUE BARGAIN!! | It is the CHEAPEST 2008 ‘NEW SHAPE’ SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT 150 TiD SPORTWAGON IN THIS CONDITION, WITH F/S/H ETC AT THIS MILEAGE THAT I CAN FIND FOR SALE ANYWHERE IN THE UK and if you hesitate, send in low offers or spend too much time thinking about it you are going to miss out! | The next cheapest comparable car here on eBay is £6,750!! | As I said above these are one of the most DESIRABLE COMPACT SPORTWAGON DIESEL ESTATE CARS ON THE USED CAR MARKET TODAY and for very good reason! | Being such modern and economical TURBO DIESEL ESTATE it would particularly suit anyone who needs the space such as someone with a couple of large dogs, an Antiques Dealer, Car Booter, Fisherman, Gardner, Horse or Animal Keeper or, just someone who has a fair sized family and wants to travel in safety and comfort wherever they choose to go!! | The car has NEVER been in a major accident or stolen and it is not financed etc. Also the mileage is guaranteed. For our and your peace of mind I will provide the buyer with a full HPI certificate with National Mileage Register check free of charge (cost about £30.00) to show that this is correct!! | I PREFER IT IF YOU VIEW THE CAR BEFORE BUYING/BIDDING. (I prefer it as I am not trying to hide anything!) To view/drive please call to arrange on 07828 906866. Any inspection or test drive is not only welcomed but is indeed expected. If however you feel you don’t need to, then please remember if you place an offer that is accepted or decide to click ‘buy it now’ you have BOUGHT THE CAR. | Please bear in mind that most of this advert is my `opinion` (what else could it be??) and one thing is for certain...we are all different people with different opinions! So if you `buy` the car on eBay you can’t then come and pick fault and you are legally obliged to take the goods as long as they are fit for purpose (i.e it starts, drives, stops and does all of this safely) For this reason and for your COMPLETE SATISFACTION I much prefer you to view the car first J | ABOUT ME! | My name is Gaynor and at the moment I am both a full time mum and a community outreach worker. From leaving school however I gained over 10 years motor trade experience working in Franchised Dealerships, learning the trade and how to spot a problem from afar! Using my extensive contacts I have been able to source a number of cars that have been taken in part exchange by dealers but which are too old for them to sell on their forecourts. These ‘genuine’ cars are sometimes good and sometimes not so good...but whatever the condition I promise to describe them honestly and fully to you in the advert. I take great pride in what I do and if you have a look at my feedback you will be able to see that this is the case. I would like to take a moment just to comment on the only negative feedback I have ever received just over a year ago. The ‘Gentleman’ (I use the term very loosely) who has left the feedback bought from me a SAAB 9-5 SE Automatic. The car is a 99 T Reg and had covered 228,000 Miles! It had a FULL SERVICE HISTORY and had been owned by a Doctor ALL IT’S LIFE however and was in very good order considering the £600 I sold it for! The buyer, who lives 150 Miles from me came, test drove the car and inspected it thoroughly before driving it all the way back home. Just less than a week after taking the car I received a letter (I will be more than happy to show this letter to ANYONE who comes to buy a car from me) DEMANDING immediate payment of £350 into his bank account as the car had developed an oil leak??? Now call me crazy but I don’t think a £350 payment against a car that was sold for £600 would be fair in anybody’s eyes...do you?? His letter states that if he didn’t get the money within 24 hours (oh, he wanted it quick) then he was going to leave me negative feedback!! He also went on to say that the oil had leaked on his ‘block paved’ drive and part of the charge was because he had to get his ‘drive cleaned’(Remember I will be happy to let you read it yourself!) However if you have a look at where this guy lives on Google street maps he is in a TERRACE HOUSE WITH NO BLOODY DRIVEWAY!!! (You just couldn’t make this up!!) I have contacted eBay as this is clearly ‘Feedback Extortion’ and they have removed his comments but not the ‘mark’. I do strongly disagree that eBay allow this kind of thing, especially from someone WHO HAD NO FEEDBACK THEMSELVES. | As you can see I am really passionate about providing a proper service to the best of my ability and I hope that you will take this into account when considering making a purchase from me. Gaynor | SERIOUS UK BIDDERS ONLY, NO TIME WASTERS PLEASE!!! | TERMS OF SALE PLEASE READ | FOR THE AVOIDANCE OF DOUBT ALL CARS REMAIN FOR SALE UNTIL A DEPOSIT IS RECIEVED! | ALL CARS ARE ADVERTISED ELSEWHERE AND THE SALE MAY BE ENDED AT ANY TIME | ** must be Made By The Winning Bidder IMMEDIATELY if bought using ‘buy it now’ and a Deposit Paid or within 24 hours of having a ‘best offer’ accepted (deposit may be required) or I reserve the right to sell the car to any other interested party or re-list it here on eBay** | **If you have feedback of 5 or less please call me before bidding/buying or your bid will be cancelled, the car will be relisted and you will be reported to eBay for failing to adhere to sellers terms** | Cash On Collection Within THREE Days | X
£5995.00

20/05/12 19:37
2007 SAAB 9-5 VECTOR SPORT 2.3T ESTATE AUTOMATIC (185 BHP) *SUPERB CONDITION*
.
F/S/H,Half Lthr, Cheap Large Family Estate, HPi Clear
| 2007 ‘07 | SAAB 9-5 ESTATE | VECTOR SPORT | 2.3 Turbo 185 BHP | *AUTO / TIP-TRONIC* | ****************************************************************************************************************...>
| *LARGE ESTATE* | *TOP-OF-THE-RANGE* | - | *FULL* | *SERVICE HISTORY* | - | VERY ATTRACTIVE | LUXURY HIGH POWER | AUTOMATIC | FAMILY ESTATE CAR | ***************************************************************************************************** | *LONG MOT* | ******************************************************************************************************************** | *ONE OWNER* | (Plus Dealer) | ************************************************************************************************************ | 100% HPI Clear | *************************************************************************************** | *EXCELLENT* | *CONDITION* | INSIDE & OUT | *************************************************************************************************************** | ONLY | 60,000 MILES (Guaranteed Genuine) | **Cheap Car**Cheap Car**Cheap Car**Cheap Car** | Tested To 1st November 2012 | Can Tax At Buyers Expense | **10 DAYS FREE ‘DRIVE AWAY’ INSURANCE AVAILABLE** | 10 Days Fully Comprehensive Insurance FREE | (Conditions Apply) | ** Please see my 100% Sellers Feedback and buy with Confidence** | **Please read the ‘About Me’ Section at the bottom of the listing** | Any Questions Call 07828 906866 | Thanks for taking a look at this SAAB 9-5 2.3 TURBO (185 BHP) VECTOR SPORT AUTOMATIC ESTATE (NEW-SHAPE), With AIR-CON & DUAL ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL, PREMIUM MULTI-SPEAKER FACTORY SOUND SYSTEM, LUXURY HALF BLACK LEATHER SPORTS INTERIOR, POWER STEERING, ELECTRIC MIRRORS, TURBO STYLE ALLOY WHEELS, ABS, COMPUTER, CRUISE CONTROL, REMOTE CENTRAL DOOR LOCKING, Bi-XENON HEADLAMPS, REVERSE PARKING SENSORS AND MUCH MUCH MORE! | **VERY IMPORTANT PLEASE READ** | Before you read any further you need to know that not only is this the SINGLE CHEAPEST ’07 SAAB 9-5 VECTOR SPORT TURBO AUTOMATIC / TIP-TRONIC FOR SALE IN THE ENTIRE UNITED KINGDOM WITH A LONG MOT AND FULL SERVICE HISTORY but also the overall CONDITION IS EXCELLENT!!! | With the exception of a couple of ‘light wear and tear marks’ such as stone chips etc there isn’t a mark on the car…….THE INTERIOR IS ACTUALLY IN ‘PRISTINE’ CONDITION and has to be seen to be believed! | Please also note that not only is the physical condition excellent overall but there is no way that the car could feel, run or drive any better at all………this car is as close to PERFECT as any used car is ever going to be!!! | I have just collected this from the main dealer in BURNLEY who has taken it in Part Exchange. I have driven back OVER 100 Miles home in the car. | Living in Kirkby most of the journey was on the ‘SNAKE PASS’ and being a bit of a rush I was certainly driving in such a manner as to keep up with the flow of traffic if you know what I mean! Even so the drive is TOTALLY COMPOSED, INCREDIBLY SMOOTH, VERY QUIET AND VERY, VERY FAST!!!. | Please make no mistake; This car is the VERY RARE AND SOUGHT AFTER AUTOMATIC/TIP-TRONIC VERSION!! | In case you don’t know; the car can be used as a ‘normal’ automatic – simply put the lever into drive and away you go. But you can also select FULL ‘CLUTCHLESS MANUAL’ TIP-TRONIC SPORTS MODE by just shifting the lever down a notch! | I used this mode extensively on my way over the snake pass and it is ABSOLUTELY SUPERB!! It really does put you in touch with the car and the HUGE 185 BHP that is available to you! | The system is actually very,v ery good and allows you the choice os whether to change gear up and down using the ‘gear stick’ OR you can use the ‘FORMULA ONE STYLE’ padels that are neatly mounted on the steering wheel!! | It is difficult to get ‘FULL SIZE’ photo’s displayed here on eBay but if you send a message with your email address I will be happy to send you the original pictures for your viewing pleasure! J | This SAAB features a 2.3 Turbo 4 Cylinder Inline Engine which produces a very respectable 185 BHP whilst still returning a very good (almost class leading for an automatic) MPG!! The acceleration is smooth, fast and totally flawless...honestly I could not be more impressed. | This car has clearly been the ‘pride and joy’ of its previous owner as it is presented to you in EXCELLENT CONDITION MECHANICALLY AS WELL AS INSIDE AND OUT! | PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS ENGINE HAS A TIMING ‘CHAIN’ and NOT A ‘CAM-BELT’ and this DOES NOT REQUIRE CHANGING!! | If you are reading this and thinking this is the car for you...BUY IT because the other guy reading it at the same time is going to!! Don’t hesitate or you will miss this GENUINE EXECUTIVE FAMILY AUTOMATIC / TIP-TRONIC TURBO SPORTS ESTATE SOLD IN ‘SUPERB CONDITION’, FULL SERVICE HISTORY AND WITH A LONG MOT! | For your information here are the dates and mileages of the cars services all of which are recorded in the original service book. | 10-06-08 13,473 Miles | 22-06-09 28,386 Miles | 03-07-11 41,610 Miles | 14-02-12 58,352 Miles | If you are looking for a VERY CHEAP, SPACIOUS, WELL SPECIFIED & MODERN LOOKING LUXURY AUTOMATIC LARGE & VERSATILE FAMILY ESTATE CAR with PLENTY OF SPECIFICATION AND POWER then you really need look no further!!!! | Here is the report from my drive of the car; | There is absolutely NO juddering of the steering wheel, No pulling to the left or right, NO funny noises from the, the car drives SUPER SMOOTH AND COULD NOT BE BETTER IN ANYWAY! | There are ABSOLUTELY NO creaks, groans or other noises from the suspension. The AUTOMATIC gear change is ULTRA smooth and positive and changes up and down exactly as it should. The ‘SPORTS’ mode selects properly and allows you to drive the car as a ‘Clutchless Manual’. The braking is VERY GOOD and totally without fault. The car does not overheat; there are no leaks of oil or any other fluid evident at all. The car Starts first time with the key and without the need to press the accelerator. On Tick-Over the engine is smooth and runs evenly and does not jump around the rev range. The general feel of the car when driving is QUITE HONESTLY LIKE NEW!! The Power Steering is light but positive at the same time and everything feels tight and nothing lets on the age of the car. There are no warning lights on the dashboard. The exhaust is in very good order with no visible signs of corrosion. | To conclude this car really is in ‘superb’ mechanical condition and drives without noticeable fault! | Inside the car is in SIMPLY STUNNING ‘AS NEW’ CONDITION. I have had a really good look to see if there is something that I should draw your attention too and i am afraid there is just nothing to fault! Seriously...THERE IS NOT A SINGLE ‘BAD POINT’ AT ALL! | There are quite literally NO SIGNS OF WEAR and certainly no pieces of trim hanging off, no broken bits of plastic, no holes in the dashboard everything is where it should be. The dashboard and ALL THE BUTONS AND SWITCHES are back-lit as they should be and clearly visible (so you can see clearly where EVERYTHING is when driving at night time). Even the LCD Multi Function Display is in PERFECT ORDER with none of the led’s out (I have personally checked all the electrics and EVERYTHING is in FULL WORKING ORDER! The FANTASTIC LUXURY BLACK HALF LEATHER SPORTS SEATS are in EXCELLENT CONDITION WITH NO SIGNS OF WEAR, NO TEARS, NO STAINS AND NO HOLES!! The roof lining is in perfect condition. The carpets are simply SUPERB they are VERY CLEAN and free from wear or damage. The boot area is a VERY CLEAN AND TIDY AND IS NOT DAMAGED in any way! The Stereo is the original Factory Fitted CD/Radio Combi Unit fitted by SAAB and it is fully working and sounds TOTALLY AWESOME!! I really don’t know what else to say about the wonderful interior of this car! | There are PLENTY of extras on this car and here are just a few of them; | LUXURY SPORTS BLACK HALF LEATHER UPHOLSTERY | Cruise Control | Dual Zone Climate Control Panel | Multi Function Trip Computer (FULLY FUNCTIONAL) | Electric ‘Heated’ Mirrors | Power Steering | Central Door Locking | Multi Air Bags | Electric Windows all round | ABS Braking System | Traction Control | Auto-Dim Rear View Mirror | Engine Immobiliser | And More! | On the outside is in ‘SUPERB’ CONDITION. The car is finished in gorgeous OBSIDIAN BLACK PEARLESCENT PAINT which gives it a great modern, bright and clean look. The paintwork, as you can see from the pictures, is EXCEPTIONALLY BRIGHT and has not faded. As I said at the start there are a couple of light marks from wear and tear on the car such as the usual stone chips etc but there is nothing else at all!! The ‘TURBO’ Style Alloy wheels are just gorgeous to look at and in good order. Just take a few minutes out to study the photographs and you will see that this is a VERY ATTRACTIVE and WELL PRESENTED AUTOMATIC SPORTS ESTATE CAR indeed. I can see no evidence that this car has ever been painted and it is of course 100% HPI Clear | In addition to everything else that you have read the car is supplied with a brand new spare wheel and tools. I have TWO KEYS for the car BOTH of which are the remote central locking keys in perfect condition and fully operational. I also have the complete and original book pack with all the books and the service book. | In conclusion; This car is sold with FULL SERVICE HISTORY and LONG MOT…….it is the VERY RARE and VERY SOUGHT AFTER AUTOMATIC / TIP-TRONIC ESTATE VERSION and is the GORGEOUS FACE-LIFT MODEL!! | I am selling it CHEAPER THAN ANY OTHER COMPARABLE CAR IN THE WHOLE OF THE UNITED KINGDOM!! | By all means submit as many low offers as you like but they WONT BE ACCEPTED! Priced very cheaply already there is just a little bit of movement to be had on the price and for the best deal please call me on 07828 906866. | The car has NEVER been in a major accident or stolen and it is not financed etc. Also the mileage is guaranteed. For our and your peace of mind I will provide the buyer with a full HPI certificate with National Mileage Register check free of charge (cost about £30.00) to show that this is correct!! | I PREFER IT IF YOU VIEW THE CAR BEFORE BUYING/BIDDING. (I prefer it as I am not trying to hide anything!) To view/drive please call to arrange on 07828 906866. Any inspection or test drive is not only welcomed but is indeed expected. If however you feel you don’t need to, then please remember if you place an offer that is accepted or decide to click ‘buy it now’ you have BOUGHT THE CAR. | Please bear in mind that most of this advert is my `opinion` (what else could it be??) and one thing is for certain...we are all different people with different opinions! So if you `buy` the car on eBay you can’t then come and pick fault and you are legally obliged to take the goods as long as they are fit for purpose (i.e it starts, drives, stops and does all of this safely) For this reason and for your COMPLETE SATISFACTION I much prefer you to view the car first J | ABOUT ME! | My name is Gaynor and at the moment I am both a full time mum and a community outreach worker. From leaving school however I gained over 10 years motor trade experience working in Franchised Dealerships, learning the trade and how to spot a problem from afar! Using my extensive contacts I have been able to source a number of cars that have been taken in part exchange by dealers but which are too old for them to sell on their forecourts. These ‘genuine’ cars are sometimes good and sometimes not so good...but whatever the condition I promise to describe them honestly and fully to you in the advert. I take great pride in what I do and if you have a look at my feedback you will be able to see that this is the case. I would like to take a moment just to comment on the negative feedback I received just over a year ago. The ‘Gentleman’ (I use the term very loosely) who has left the feedback bought from me a SAAB 9-5 SE Automatic. The car is a 99 T Reg and had covered 228,000 Miles! It had a FULL SERVICE HISTORY and had been owned by a Doctor ALL IT’S LIFE however and was in very good order considering the £600 I sold it for! The buyer, who lives 150 Miles from me came, test drove the car and inspected it thoroughly before driving it all the way back home. Just less than a week after taking the car I received a letter (I will be more than happy to show this letter to ANYONE who comes to buy a car from me) DEMANDING immediate payment of £350 into his bank account as the car had developed an oil leak??? Now call me crazy but I don’t think a £350 payment against a car that was sold for £600 would be fair in anybody’s eyes...do you?? His letter states that if he didn’t get the money within 24 hours (oh, he wanted it quick) then he was going to leave me negative feedback!! He also went on to say that the oil had leaked on his ‘block paved’ drive and part of the charge was because he had to get his ‘drive cleaned’(Remember I will be happy to let you read it yourself!) However if you have a look at where this guy lives on Google street maps he is in a TERRACE HOUSE WITH NO BLOODY DRIVE!!! (you just couldn’t make this up!!) I have contacted eBay as this is clearly ‘Feedback Extortion’ and they have removed his comments but not the ‘mark’. I do strongly disagree that eBay allow this kind of thing, especially from someone with NO FEEDBACK THEMSELVES. | As you can see I am really passionate about providing a proper service to the best of my ability and I hope that you will take this into account when considering making a purchase from me. Gaynor | SERIOUS UK BIDDERS ONLY, NO TIME WASTERS PLEASE!!! | TERMS OF SALE PLEASE READ | FOR THE AVOIDANCE OF DOUBT ALL CARS REMAIN FOR SALE UNTIL A DEPOSIT IS RECIEVED! | ALL CARS ARE ADVERTISED ELSEWHERE AND THE SALE MAY BE ENDED AT ANY TIME | ** must be Made By The Winning Bidder IMMEDIATELY if bought using ‘buy it now’ and a Deposit Paid or within 24 hours of having a ‘best offer’ accepted (deposit may be required) or I reserve the right to sell the car to any other interested party or re-list it here on eBay** | **If you have feedback of 5 or less please call me before bidding/buying or your bid will be cancelled, the car will be relisted and you will be reported to eBay for failing to adhere to sellers terms** | Cash OR Cleared Funds Bank Transfer On Collection Within THREE Days | X
£4295.00

21/05/12 00:12
SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT TID 8V 2005 BLUE UNRECORDED SALVAGE/DAMAGED
.
fully loaded leather seats etc
SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT TID 8V 2005 BLUE UNRECORDED SALVAGE/DAMAGED MOTfully loaded leather seats etcCar is in good condition.Starts and drives perfect.Damaged...>
from right end see in pictures.Car is unrecorded and have LOG Book with it.But you can Check HPI for your satisfaction.NOTE -All salvage cars sold as seen.For your satisfaction come and view the car before youIf the car shows on hpi in the futurewe would not be held responsiblenone payer will be reported to ebay and debit collection will be issued in your name.please no silly offers or time waster.SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT TID 8V 2005 BLUE SALVAGE/DAMAGED UNRECORDED STARTS DRIVES X
£227.00

22/05/12 18:00
2005 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT TID SILVER
.
This lovely car has 12 months MOT, and benefits from FULL SERVICE HISTORY. It has had a new timing belt in line with manufacturers guidelines. The car...>
comes with Radio/CD, Air Con, Full Leather Interior, Alloy Wheels, Cruise Control, Electric Windows & Mirrors, Multi Function Steering Wheel, Front & Rear Fog Lights. It`s an excellent driver with great fuel economy, any trial or inspection welcomed.Please contact Doug on 01204 304622 or 07815038570 to arrange test drive or an appointment. X
£2995.00

23/05/12 16:44
2006 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT TID SILVER
.
2006 Saab 93 Vector Sport 1.9 TDI (150) 72000 genuine miles, this car is mechanically excellent with 12 months mot. A new cam belt and 2 new front tyres...>
just garage fitted. This Saab is in an excellent condition and is being sold due to owner receiving a company car. This car has a great spec. including full leather interior, dual climate control, 6 cd interchanger with 3.5mm jack input, air conditioning a nice 1900 tdi engine that is quick yet economical. Viewing is advised, please make me a sensible offer. Any questions call 07875011890. X
£4200.00


23/05/12 18:19
2005 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT 1.9 TID 8V - DIESEL - METALLIC DARK BLUE
.
BRAND NEW DUAL MASS FLY WHEEL & CLUTCH - EXC. CONDITION
2005 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT TID 8VBenefitting from a brand new Dual Mass Flywheel and Clutch, this Saab drives like a car that has done far less than half...>
it`s mileage. Presented in excellent condition, this car has a real look about it. You will not find a better example of it`s type.FEATURES:-1910ccDieselManual (6 speed)4 Door SaloonDark Blue MetallicGrey Half Leather with Cream insertMot`d until JuneBrand New Flywheel and ClutchBrand New Key (£150)125680 milesSome Service Bills (Including Cambelt Change!)Full Electric WindowsElectric MirrorsA/CPASABSMultiple AirbagsMulti-Function Steering WheelDrinks HolderCD/StereoRemote Central Locking6 Spoke 17inch Alloy WheelsCruise ControlRear Parking SensorsSpotlightsTraction Control (ESP)Original Handbooks in Original FolderAll in all, a very classy vehicle in excellent condition which will make someone very happy!Viewings welcome.£2850 NO OFFERS - All the big jobs have been done on this car. By all means, go and find a cheaper one and spend lots of money getting it right. This Saab just needs taxing! It`s good to go and is great value for money at this price.Please go and price up how much dual mass fly wheel and clutch cost just to buy, then maybe price up how much it is to fit! Every car of it`s type will need this replacing at some point. This one has just had it!!!Please call me, Kev on 07791 532882.I WILL REQUIRE A £200 DEPOSIT TO HOLD THE CAR FOR THE BUYER.THANK YOU FOR LOOKING. X
£2850.00

23/05/12 18:34
2007 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT DTH RED Satellite Navigation, Leather Seats L@@K
.
Here we got a SAAB 9-3 Vector Sport 1.9TID[120] in red. This car comes with MOT for almost a year and TAX till 31/08/2012. We have had this SAAB for a...>
year and it never let us down on anything, and was real pleasure to drive. Previously it was a company car and all those miles were done on motorways. Also the car was serviced and maintained regardless of costs. I got all the printouts for servicing and the jobs that were done by SAAB dealer for that company. Over £6000 was spend on maintaining and keeping this car in top condition. It drives as it only done 1/3 of the miles that are shown. It comes with: 17` alloys Leather Seats Satelite Navigation Bluetooth Voice Control Great Sound System Front and side air bags all around Rear Privacy Windows (limo black) ABS Brakes Electronic Stability Programme ESP (not working at the moment) Cruise Control Anti Theft System (saab) 6 gear manual gearbox 1.9TID engine Roof Rails Bad bits: There are some stone Chips on the bonet Few scratches on the bonet Two stone-chips on the windscreen (Small and no issues for MOT) There are age and mileage related marks all around the car but nothing major. Please do not expect to see a brand new car when you come!!! Now about the ESP light. I had a leak from the steering rac, so it had to be replaced. As the mechanic told me that after replacing it has to be programmed in to a ECU, but only the SAAB dealers have that kind of equipment. I have decided not to take to SAAB (money problem) and as i do not do any sort of extreme driving it make no difference for me what so ever. THE CAR DRIVES AND IT`S ONE OF THE FASTEST CARS I`VE EVER DROVE, AND GIVES A GREAT MILES FROM GALLON. CAN GET 50 ON STRAIGHT RUN AND 6 GEARS REALLY HELP-FULL. PLEASE NO TIME WASTERS AND NO SILLY OFFERS I REALLY GOT NO TIME TO WAIST. Cash on collection.THANK YOU FOR LOOKING X
£2990.00

24/05/12 00:28
2004 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT TID BLACK
.
2004 54 plate Saab 9-3 TiD Vector Engine, with only 91k on the clock, full service history, timing belt replaced 72k, 12 months MOT, 6 months tax.Fantastic...>
condition throughout, half leather interior, power steering, remote central locking, brilliant sound system and all the usual Saab refinements. Alloys in perfect condition. Runs and drives perfect, comes with both keys, full book pack.Great car for sensible money.We accept all major credit and debit cards or cash on collection.If you require any further information please call us on 01476560261 between the hours of 0830 to 1730 and we will be more than happy to help. X
£2895.00

24/05/12 16:06
2007 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT TID 8V BLACK
.
saab 9-3 vector sport 85k 6 speed in good condition selling due to moving over seas
£6500.00

24/05/12 21:05
2007 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT DTH BLACK
.
STUNNING CONDITION LOW MILAGE 43,000 NO RESERVE *LOOK*
SAAB 93 1.9 TID Vector Sportwagon (150) Reluctant private sale of my stunning Saab 93, showroom condition immaculate metallic black paintwork, you wont...>
find one in better condition with such low milage. Fantastic power and acceleration distribution with extremely low running costs, 6 speed manual 2007 (07 plate) private plate not included, genuine 43000 miles from new. Superb condition throughout best colour combination of black with cream half leather interior. Recent tax and MOT, service history, 17” alloy wheels, front armrest, cruise control, roof rails, remote central locking, immobiliser, Bluetooth, multi-functional steering wheel, driver airbag, adjustable steering column, power assisted steering, dual climate control, front head restraints, traction control, fog lights, passenger airbag, folding rear seats, rear armrest, rear headrests, side airbags, retractable load cover, rear wash wipe, 2 keys. A genuine and very well cared for sports tourer in excellent condition and drives 100% perfect . I have attached Parkers guide pricing to show the retail value of this car, however this has low milage and good condition would be an understatement. Veiwing highly reccomended, test drives welcome with insurance and licence, car is advertised elsewhere so do have the right to remove early, this is a summer bargain and not to be missed, any questions please contact Andrew Tel : 07932683968 or email Andrew@bennettkaye.co.uk. Please only bid to buy, no timewasters,Taxed and tested ready to drive away, based in Bradford, West yorkshire, cash upon collection. See below for parkers guide (www.parkers.co.uk) Original Price - £24,372 Franchised Dealer - £6,845 Independent Dealer - £6,440 Private Good - £5,830 Private Poor - £4,605 Part Exchange - £5,020 The prices above are based on: A mileage of 50,000 (average for age) Mine has 42,000 Happy bidding Reply to Andrew Kaye Send X
£4999.00

25/05/12 10:33

New Saab 9-3 1.8T VECTOR SPORT car for sale

2007 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT TID BLACK 150bhp CD changer **Fantastic Condition**
.
| 2007 (56 reg) 4 Door Saloon, Black, Diesel, Manual, PAS, 6 DISC CD changer, Cruise control, 6 airbags, Reverse parking sensors, 3x3 point rear seat...>
belts. A/C climate control, Split rear seats with through load door, Half leather 2 tone, 17" Alloy wheels, AUX / Ipod input jack socket. 10 months MOT, Tax September 2012, Serviced only 2 weeks ago. Full service history. | I have owned car for 2 years & it`s in Fantastic condition, Perfectly reliable & a joy to own & drive, I`m the second owner, Genuine reason for a reluctant sale, | For more info or to view please call me on 07947 458295 (Paul). | X
£4200.00

26/05/12 11:52
2004 SAAB 9-5 VECTOR SPORT TID METALLIC SILVER IN SUPERB CONDITION
.
DEMO + 1 PRIVATE GENTLEMAN OWNER FROM NEW FULL HISTORY
Demo + 1 private gentleman owner from new in stunning unmarked metallic silver with unmarked grey half leather cloth trim FULL MAIN DEALERSHIP service...>
history p.a.s a.b.s radio cd player air-con climate control colour coded body alloy wheels front fogs r/c/locking alarm with spare key LOOKS AND DRIVES AS GOOD AS ANY LOW MILEAGE EXAMPLE IF NOT BETTER A superb example well maintained and credit to the 1 gentleman owner PART EXCHANGE IS MORE THAN WELCOME Mot September 2012 no advisory`s and NEVER SMOKED IN. Viewing by appointments only please Jnc 11 M4 Reading VISA DEBIT CARD NO MASTERCARD. £1,995 THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO LOOK AT OUR LISTING X
£1995.00

26/05/12 21:02
SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT TID BLUE 58 PLATE
.
SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT TID BLUE 58 PLATE Manufacturer: SAAB Model: 9-3 VECTOR SPORT TID Type: 4 DOOR SALOON Doors: 4 DOOR SALOON Colour: BLUE Year: 2008...>
Reg. Date: 17/12/2008 Engine Size: 1910 cc Transmission: 6 SPEED MANUAL DIESEL Fuel: DIESEL Previous Owners: 1 GREAT TYRES ALL ROUND, ALLOYS ARE IN LOVELY CONDITION DRIVES SUPERBLY AND DELIVERS GREAT MPG VERY LIGHT SCRATCH ON THE O/S PASSENGER DOOR AND ON THE O/S ROOF AND EVEN LIGHTER SCRATCH ON THE BOOT LID, BUT I AM SURE THESE WOULD ALL POLISH OUT. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME AND ARRANGE TO VIEW THE VEHICLE IN RINGWOOD, HAMPSHIRE, BH24 - EDDIE - 07766 312539 X
£6250.00

27/05/12 19:30
2006 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT DTH ESTATE AUTO BLUE SAT NAV 06 REG FSH HPI CLEAR
.
| NO EMAILS OR TEXT MESSAGES | YOUR ARE BIDDING ON A HPI CLEAR | SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT DTH AUTO ESTATE DIESEL 2006 06 REG METALIC BLACK GREY LEATHER SAT...>
NAV 134,000 MOTORWAY MILES FULL HISTORY, MOT, AIRCON,POWER STEERING, ELECTRIC WINDOWS MIRRORS,REMOTE CENTRAL LOOKING ALARM CD PLAYER AND ALLOYS, DRIVES WELL,LOADS MORE EXTRAS ANY VIEWINGS AND INSPECTIONS ARE WELCOME YOU CAN CALL ME ON 07756 473647. | NO PAYPAL PAYMENTS PAYMENT AND COLLECTION IS REQUIRED WITHIN 3 DAYS OF BUYING, IF YOU HAVE LESS THAN 10 FEEDBACK PLEASE CONTACT ME FIRST, YOU ARE BIDDING TO BUY NOT TO PLAY GAMES, THANKS FOR LOOKING AND HAPPY BUYING!!!!! | X
£3450.00

27/05/12 20:06
2005 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT TID BLACK
.
50mpg Motorway. 40-45mpg Around town.
| Hello. :) | Saab 9-3 Tid. 1.9 Vector sport. | Being the sport model means it has the 6 speed box. Which is brilliant for motorway driving and keeping...>
the mpg up in the high 40s!! | Cambelt and water pump were done in december. | New battery and alternator. | 4 very good tyres. | Mot was passed with the car only needing a drop link on the front anti roll bar and a inner cv boot! | 11 months MOT and will have six months tax as of tommorow. | Car will be having a full de swirl polish and interior valet this week. | Alloy wheels. | Half leather sports interior. | Air con, cd player (with aux output in armrest for ipod, i phone etc) | Mileage may seem high to some people at 207,000 miles but when calculated works out roughly at 80 miles a day from when the car was new. Regularly doing lots of motorway driving I see 50mpg on the trip computer. As an example I did a 500 mile round trip the other day and it cost me £65. :) | Car is definatly worth a look and will be happy to show you around it and take you for a drive. Engine and gearbox is the same as is found in the Vectra and the Astra diesels so servicing costs are cheap. | Don`t realy know what else to say but please feel free to give me a call on the number provided. | Karl. 07704 698 542. | X
£2000.00

27/05/12 22:33
2006 SAAB 9-5 VECTOR SPORT 2.3T AUTO ESTATE
.
9 5  Vector Sport 2.3t Automatic Estate.43400 Miles.Saab service history @12k/ 22k/ 37k.MOT  June 2012 - But will MOT for 12m when sold.Tax for 6m.Spec....>
includes - 1/2 Leather / 17" Alloys / Ft. fogs /Remote locking ( 2 keys ) / Load compartment mat /A/C / Elec. windows ( All round ) Elec. mirrors .Great example of a car that`s been well looked after.I`d help with delivery if required.   £4650Might consider interesting p/x.Tel. 07977097859 /  01848 330704. Email -  rod.mack@btinternet.com X
£4650.00

28/05/12 19:55
2006 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT TID BLACK
.
| Saab 93 Sport Wagon Vector Sport 1.9 TID 120 BHP. First registered October 2006 56 plate, the previous owner was Saab uk. Manual six speed gearbox....>
76000 miles with full service history. Metallic jet black with half grey leather trim interior. Fitted with alarm, airbags, electric windows and mirrors, power assisted steering, sports alloys, Air conditioning, multi-function steering wheel, Radio, CD Player, CD Multichanger, cruise control, rear parking sensors, Tow bar fitted. Group 12 insurance. I can be contacted on 07747-616-280. | X
£4500.00

30/05/12 18:24
2005 55 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT 1.9 TID 8V GREY MOT TAX
.
| Saab 93 vector sport 1.9 TID.half Leather interior, | Cheap car for quick sale. | Just serviced, timing belt kit changed, water pump, brakes all around...>
( disks and pads ) | Xenon lights, new CD player. Tinted windows. | Private plate worth £400. | Needs good valet. | Tax and Mot, ready to go. | C cat hence price. | Call for more info on 07717 458154 | Viewing recommended and welcome. | great car to drive, smooth,comfortable and quiet.fast car with great acceleration.6 Speed Gearbox, Half Leather Sports Seats, Cruise control,Reverse parking aid, Anti Lock Brakes, Radio/CD Player, Air conditioning, Anti theft system, Multi function steering wheel, Leather Steering Wheel, Driver Passenger and Front Side Airbags, Adjustable seats, Alarm, Aux Input for Audio, Adjustable steering column/wheel, Body coloured bumpers, Electric door mirrors, Front electric windows, Front fog lights, Front head restraints, Folding rear seats, Front armrest, Height adjustable drivers seat, Immobiliser, Isofix child seat anchor points, Lumbar support, PAS, 3x3 point rear seat belts, Rear headrests, Rear armrest, Rear electric windows, Remote central locking, Service indicator, Steering wheel rake adjustment, Steering wheel reach adjustment, Trip computer, Traction control | X
£2195.00

02/06/12 20:06
2006 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT TID BLACK
.
| Saab 9-3 Diesel Sport Black 1.9 tdi 150 BHP | FULL SERVICE HISTORY | FINISHED IN GLEAMING METALIC BLACK WITH HALF LEATHER TRIM ,FANTASTIC PERFORMANCE...>
AND ECONOMY COMBINED, THIS CAR IS IN STUNNING CONDITION BOTH INSIDE AND OUT BEEN A TOTAL CREDIT TO ITS FORMER OWNER, LOOKS AND DRIVES LIKE IT HAS DONE 20000 MILES WITH MOT, AND NEW, 17 INCH ALLOY WHEELS, CRUISE CONTROL, AIR CONDITIONING ,C/D PLAYER, AND MUCH MORE | Tel 07500504858 | X
£3850.00

05/06/12 20:26

Used Saab 9-3 1.8T VECTOR SPORT van for sale

2006 SAAB 9-5 VECTOR SPORT B/P SILVER ESTATE FULL MOT WITH TAX
.
2006 / 06 SAAB 9-5 2.0 Bi Power ESTATE - BARGAIN FOR SALEThis is the owners car, he has had it for over 2 years now new car forces reluctant saleWell...>
looked after 2006 SAAB 9-5 Estate 2.0 Petrol Turbo, very economical! Genuine reason for sale.FULLY HPI CLEAR This is the Vector Sport Bio Power model with all the extras! Electric everything!! Black leather interior in great condition, no rips or tears. Heated front & rear seats. CD player stereo, climate control, alloys, auto wipe, cruise control, front fogs, electric heated mirrors. Electric memory seats. Drives great, ideal family car! Real bargain car. FULLY SERVICED, mixture of Main dealer plus independant specialists. Great tyres all round (Michelins - plenty of life left in them!) This car really has wanted for nothing in its life. Plenty of history, FULLY HPI CLEAR. 133K genuine miles - Do not be put off by this, the car drives like a car that has done 40K! Its smooth, no bumps rattles or other nasty noises! Very economical on a run. 2 keys - FSH & BOOKS READY to drive away today, FULL YEARS MOT (at screen price), & tax until OCT. NOTHING TO SPEND ON THIS CAR As this is my own personal vehicle it is sold as viewed - extended warranties are available at additonal cost. Bad bits - Body work has the odd stone chip, small parking dints but nothing on a 6 year old car the front grill strip has been stolen!! Headlight level system light is on on the dash. Lights still self level though so no problem.In excellent condition mechanically and has been well looked after it will be a shame to see this go! MUST BE VIEWED TO BE APPRECIATED. Bargain price, cheapest in the UK. Part Exchanges are welcome. TURFHOLM GARAGE CAR SALES LTD LESMAHAGOW Call now on 01555896983 or on the mobile 0777 555 8458 Dont miss this bargain for a quick sale. Car is located in SOUTH LANARKSHIRE SCOTLANDwe are close to major railway stations & bus stations (Larkhall for train & Hamilton for buses)Any questions please ask - we dont bite! Viewings are encouraged and welcome.Car is available for sale on our forecourt and could sell at any time so be quick and dont miss this bargain! X
£2495.00

06/06/12 18:39
08/58 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT 1.9 TTID 150BHP IN LASER RED 5 DOOR SALOON WITH FSH
.
Saab 9-3 1.9 TTiD Vector sport 4 door saloon in Laser RedOne company owner from new ,this car has arrived direct from the leasing company and although...>
the milage is high it is obvious by the condition and the way it drives that it has had very light use only and has covered mainly motorway miles.The bodywork is virtually faultless and it is mechanically sound.The 1.9 turbocharged engine is very responsive and is quite economicalThe car shows no signs of excessive wear and everything feels nice and tight in fact it drives like it has done half the milesBeing the Vector Sport it also has quite a comprehensive spec which is as follows1.9 150bhp TiD engineGleaming Laser red bodyworkTwo tone half leather with no wear at allSix speed manual transmissionGenuine Saab AlloysCruise control Climate controlNokia Bluetooth phone kitMulti airbagsRemote central lockingMulti function steering wheel | This car comes with all of the relevant documentation,V5,MOT Certificate and handbook pack | Should you have any further questions or to arrange a viewing please call Simon on 07866717853 | X
£4999.00

06/06/12 19:08
2006 56 SAAB 9-3 93 VECTOR SPORTWAGON. 1.9 tid 150bhp diesel inc private plate
.
We have our saab 93 sport wagon is the 1.9tid 16 valve so 150 bhp, we have owned it for about 15 months, It had one company owner from new with full history....>
We have had it serviced twice, a full servicewhen we got it and 2000 miles ago had an oil and filter change. Car is in very good condition and is very quick being the 150 bhp, but still returning an average of 48mpg. I will leave the number plate on the car at the asking price. valued at £650.00 Any questions or for viewing call me on 07787 567715 or email me. Regards Steve X
£4295.00

07/06/12 13:19
2008 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT TID GREY 150BHP
.
| Selling My Grey Saab 9-3 TID, Vector Sport, 150 BHP, | Manuel, full history, Mot until Feb 2013 and Tax until Jan 2013 (however you will have to have...>
tax disc changed to reflect revised number plate.) | Very clean car, cream leather inside, stereo etc. Telephone kit -Parrot Kit bluetooth fitted. | Very quick following recent tuning. | 4 new tyres in Feb 12. | Lovely drive and well looked after. | Please note the Car has a private plate on it which does not come with the vehicle, so you will need to wait whilst I reregister car to the original plate. | Ring me on 07799118131 | Toby | X
£6750.00

07/06/12 15:07
2005 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT 1.9 TID 150 6 SPEED ~ LOVELY CONDITION ~ PX / SWAPS
.
ALLOYS ~ TREMENDOUS ECONOMY ~ TOP SPECIFICATION
2005 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT 1.9 TID 150 6 SPEED IN GOOD CONDTION INSIDE AND OUT WITH LITTLE SIGNS OF WEAR ON THE LEATHER. BEING THE 6 SPEED OFFERS EXCEPTIONAL...>
FUEL ECONOMY JUST HAD FRONT SUSPENSION BUSHS & LINKS DONE, INCLUDING ALL ROUND BRAKE PADS IT IS 150BHP SO SUPRISINGLY QUICK AS WELL COMES WITH A VERY GOOD SPECIFICATION BEING THE VECTOR SPORT ALLOYS 3/4 LEATHER IN GOOD CONDITION REVERSING SENSORS MULTI FUNCTION DISPLAY INCLUDING TRIP COMPUTER DUAL DIGITAL CLIMATE CONTROL CD PLAYER 4 X ELECTRIC WINDOWS REMOTE CENTRAL LOCKING CRUISE CONTROL ELECTRIC SIDE MIRRORS GREEN LUMINOUS DISPLAY REMOTE CENTRAL LOCKING ALL ROUND AIRBAGS MULTI FUNCTION STEERING WHEEL THE MANUAL IS PRESENT A COUPLE OF MINOR ISSUES 1. THE PLATE ON TOP OF THE GEAR STICK WHICH SHOWS WHICH GEAR YOU ARE IN IS MISSING ( I AM LOOKING FOR ONE) 2. THE REMOTE WORKS BUT 2 OF HE RUBBER BUTTONS WORN AWAY PLEASE NOTE 1. CASH ON COLLECTION 2. A PX / SWAP IS POSSIBLE 3. IF UNSURE OF ANYTHING PLEASE JUST ASK X
£2495.00

08/06/12 17:28
2006 56 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT TID (150BHP) BLACK
.
2 owners 38000 miles. 6 speed.
| 2006 56 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT TID (150bhp) 4DR SALOON. | Black with Champagne leather interior.Alloys, air con,stereo,CD player, cruise control,remote...>
central locking (2 keys),rear parking sensors,information computor plus usual Saab extras. | 2 owners from new,38,000 miles only.MOT until 30/9/12. no road tax. | Unfortuately the service record has been lost by the 2nd owner but he is hopeful he will find it together with the invoices.I have been assured that the vehicle has had its recommended services on time.I do have the service wallet with the handbooks etc. | The vehicle drives as it should with no faults.It is fast, economical (especially with the 6 speed gearbox) and easy to handle. | The bodywork is in excellent condition with just a few age related marks.There is a small scuff on the corner of the n/s/r bumper,a ding on the o/s/f wheel arch & a scuff on the lip on the front valance, none of these are very noticable.I am trying to describe the car accurately so as to avoid any disappointment for the new owner. | The interior is in excellent condition with no rips or tears.The vehicle is fitted with overmats. | I have priced this car at a very competitive figure so please no silly offers. | Anyone with a score of 15 or less or want to ask any questions please ring me before making an offer on 07711224643. | Thank you for your interest. | X
£3975.00

09/06/12 17:49
08/58 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT 1.9 TTID 180BHP IN LASER RED 5 DOOR SALOON WITH FSH
.
Relisted due to winning bidder supplying false contact information and not getting in touch after having their offer accepted.Therefore no offers will...>
now be accepted until telephone contact is madeSaab 9-3 1.9 TTiD Vector sport 4 door saloon in Laser RedOne company owner from new ,this car has arrived direct from the leasing company and although the milage is high it is obvious by the condition and the way it drives that it has had very light use only and has covered mainly motorway miles.The bodywork is virtually faultless and it is mechanically sound.The 1.9 turbocharged engine is very responsive and is quite economicalThe car shows no signs of excessive wear and everything feels nice and tight in fact it drives like it has done half the milesBeing the Vector Sport it also has quite a comprehensive spec which is as follows1.9 180bhp TTiD engineGleaming Laser red bodyworkTwo tone half leather with no wear at allSix speed manual transmissionGenuine Saab AlloysCruise control Climate controlNokia Bluetooth phone kitMulti airbagsRemote central lockingMulti function steering wheel | This car comes with all of the relevant documentation,V5,MOT Certificate and handbook pack | Should you have any further questions or to arrange a viewing please call Simon on 07866717853 | X
£4999.00

13/06/12 07:39
Parts & Accessories

Used Saab 9-3 1.8T VECTOR SPORT 4wd for sale

2007 SAAB 9-3 VECTOR SPORT TID 8V GREY
.
For sale; Saab 9-3 Vector Sport 1.9 TiD (the top spec 9-3 model) in nice metallic grey. Average mileage. Very comfortable and cheap to run (best seats...>
in class, cruise control, excellent economy - typically averaging over 50MPG on a tank and well over 60MPG on long journeys, and low road tax - £120). A good companion for me over the last 4 years and well looked after by only other owner (an elderly gent who had done 13k in 2 years) and by me (main dealer service history). New tyres in mid 2011. Hasn`t worked too hard - no towing or lugging - just getting me from A to B and UK holidays. Bought it after 20 years of driving GT sportscars when petrol and road tax started to spiral and I couldn`t justify the expense. Now I work 5 minutes from home and do very low miles, so I`ve gone back to an Alfa Romeo GT! Hence the Saab is now surplus to requirements. Been sitting outside my office for the last couple of months, where it can be viewed by arrangement. No significant flaws: a supermarket ding on one side skirt, a scuff mark on the driver seat and a small stain on the front passenger seat is about it. Cash on collection or bankers draft in advance. Happy bidding. X
£3995.00


19/05/12 09:07
2006 SAAB 9-5 VECTOR SPORT 2.3T S-A SILVER LOW MILEAGE ***( NO RESERVE)***
.
£2550.00

18/05/12 16:00
2006 SAAB 9-3 2.0T VECTOR SPORT S-A
.
£2250.00

18/05/12 15:07
Home Car reviews SuperminisCrossoversSmall family cars4X4sFamily carsCoupesCompact ExecutivesCabrioletsExecutive carsPerformance carsLuxury carsCar of the year winnerEstatesAll new car reviewsMPVsAll used car reviews Video Most popular reviewsVideo reviews A-ZVideo news blogs Advice Buying a carSelling a carRunning a carGreen carsCar buyers glossaryPetrol or diesel?Depreciation calculatorWhat Car? Checklists News Latest newsCar of the Year 2010JD Power Survey 2010Green Awards 2010 Cars for sale Used cars for saleCar leasing dealsNew cars for saleCompare car insurance pricesDealer locatorFree car buyer service Leasing Free valuations Shop Car insurance pricesCompare loan offersCredit card offersCar supermarketsMain dealersCar leasingInsurance servicesNew car brokersCherished numbersFinancial servicesGAP insuranceCar accessories Home Car reviews Saab 9-3 Saloon 1.8t Vector Sport 4dr Send to a friend Explore every9-3 Saloon Saab 9-3 Saloon 1.8t Vector Sport 4dr Summary Data & Specs Photos Videos Reader reviews Range Compare What does it cost? Price £23,995 Target Price £21,968 Fuel per 100 miles £14 CO2 164g/km Tax band G Lease this car from £279/month Buy used from £8,399 New car deals from £16,495 Get a finance quote Buyer's tools Company car tax calculator Depreciation calculator Best buy Compact executives Target Price New car deals Services What Car? Warranty Free car buyer service Car depreciation insurance For Standard with this trim level are sportier-looking bumpers and stiffer suspension. This lowest-powered turbocharged petrol engine has refined power and plenty of mid-range pull. Against The hike in price over the basic 1.8i looks quite high when there's not much of an improvement in the 0-60mph time. Vector Sport models aren't such good value as more basic versions. What Car? says 3 out of 5 stars This isn't a bad engine, but a 120 diesel model costs virtually the same, yet has better economy, lower tax liability and stronger residuals, and makes a better buy. Reader review rating 3.3 advertisement Full review Compare Choose another bodystyle Female verdict Key facts 0–60mph 9 secs Top speed 131 mph Average mpg 39.8 Tank range 507 miles See all running costs Features See all equipment Size See all measurements View the whole Saab 9-3 Saloon range Cheaper Saloon 1.8t Turbo Edition 4dr £20,995 Saloon 1.9 TTiD 130 Turbo Edition 4dr £21,995 Saloon 1.9 TTiD 160 Turbo Edition 4dr £22,495 Saloon 1.9TTiD 180 Turbo Edition 4dr £22,995 Saloon 1.8t Vector Sport 4dr £23,995 Saloon 1.8t BioPower Vector Sport 4dr £24,585 Saloon 1.9 TTiD 130 Vector Sport 4dr £24,995 Saloon 1.9 TTiD 160 Vector Sport 4dr £25,495 Saloon 1.9TTiD 180 Vector Sport 4dr £25,995 Saloon 2.0T Aero 4dr £26,655 Saloon 1.9TTiD 180 Aero 4dr £27,055 Saloon 2.0T Aero XWD 4dr £28,530 More expensive Saloon 1.8t Turbo Edition 4dr £20,995 Saloon 1.9 TTiD 130 Turbo Edition 4dr £21,995 Saloon 1.9 TTiD 160 Turbo Edition 4dr £22,495 Saloon 1.9TTiD 180 Turbo Edition 4dr £22,995 Saloon 1.8t Vector Sport 4dr £23,995 Saloon 1.8t BioPower Vector Sport 4dr £24,585 Saloon 1.9 TTiD 130 Vector Sport 4dr £24,995 Saloon 1.9 TTiD 160 Vector Sport 4dr £25,495 Saloon 1.9TTiD 180 Vector Sport 4dr £25,995 Saloon 2.0T Aero 4dr £26,655 Saloon 1.9TTiD 180 Aero 4dr £27,055 Saloon 2.0T Aero XWD 4dr £28,530 The Saab 9-3 Saloon full review Read in full Performance 3 out of 5 stars Turbo engines give plenty of punch Ride & Handling 2 out of 5 stars Way off the class pace Refinement 3 out of 5 stars Noises are reasonably well suppressed Buying & Owning 3 out of 5 stars Cheap, but weak resale values Quality & Reliability 2 out of 5 stars No match for German rivals Safety & Security 4 out of 5 stars Comprehensive on both fronts Behind The Wheel 4 out of 5 stars One of the best Space & Practicality 3 out of 5 stars Large boot and good headroom Equipment 4 out of 5 stars Matches most rivals for kit Watch video See all Or view… BMW 3 Series Mercedes-Benz C-Class Buyer's notes Target Price team says: The 9-3 may look dated next to some of its rivals, and is due to be replaced in 2012, but it's still a distinctive alternative if you're bored of the standard German trio. The diesel engines are by far the the best option and are available in three outputs, all with low CO2 emissions and high average fuel economy. There's only a £500 step up between each of the power ratings, which reach 178bhp. However, even this top-rated engine is available in entry-level Turbo Edition trim, so you can have plenty of poke for your cash. The cheapest trim makes the most sense as it's very well equipped and, compared with prices in the rest of the sector, good value. For us, Vector Sport costs too much more to recommend, while Aero models are far too expensive in a range of cars which has relatively weak resale values. Reader test team says: Saab 9-3 Saloon 2.0T Aero (207bhp) 4dr Excellent handling and superb performance. Very… Chris Zervos 5 out of 5 stars Saab 9-3 Saloon 2.0t Linear (5sp) 4dr Great, solid car. After 6 years I haven't had any… Nicholas Mew 4 out of 5 stars Saab 9-3 Saloon 2.0T Aero (207bhp) 4dr After driving mostly Alfa Romeo cars (156 and 147)… Chris Zervos 5 out of 5 stars Saab 9-3 Saloon 1.8t Linear 4dr I must say I am surprised to see the negative… morgan nealy 1 out of 5 stars Post a reader review for your car View all reader reviews 9-3 rivals BMW 3 Series Saloon 5 out of 5 stars Read review Mercedes-Benz C-Class Saloon 4 out of 5 stars Read review 9-3 used car reviews Saab 9-3 Saloon (02 - ) 2 out of 5 stars Read review More on this car Finance quotes Related video Latest model news Send to a friend Today's most popular reviews Hyundai Santa Fe 4x4 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback Nissan Qashqai Crossover Honda CR-V 4x4 Land Rover Discovery 4x4 Other reviews in this category Ford Mondeo Hatchback Ford Mondeo Estate Volkswagen Passat Saloon Volkswagen Passat Saloon Mazda 6 Hatchback Ads by Google My What Car? My Profile Site Map Privacy Contact What Car? Terms & Conditions Send to a friend RSS What Car? is brought to you by Haymarket Consumer Media What Car? is part of Haymarket Motoring About Haymarket Advertising Syndication International licensing Autocar evecars.com Practical Caravan Stuff What Hi-Fi MotoringJobs.com © Haymarket Media Group 2010 || Web Images Videos Shopping News Maps More | MSN Hotmail Join Ciao|Login|Help|Mobile Browse by category Appliances Books Cameras Cars Computers Electronics DVDs Music Phones Travel More Ciao - for people with opinions Latest reviews Write a review Best picks Latest videos SHOPPING Compare Prices Product Information Write a Car review Expert Reviews Questions I WANT TO Write a Car review Ask a question More... Please login/register to access a lot more useful features like creating your own product list etc. SHOPPING > Cars > Cars (By Manufacturer) > Saab > Saab 9-3 Saab > Saab 9-3 1.8t Saab 9-3 1.8t from (13 offers) · Product Information Cheapest offer £6,768.00 Postage & Packaging:refer to website Saab 9-3 1.8t Vector 2dr Availability: Northampton (0) Write your own review Expert Reviews (58) Ask a question Saab present the 9-3 Linear 1.8t 4dr Saloon with 5 Speed - (Man) / 5 Speed - (Auto), Front (FWD) running on Unleaded Petrol WHAT DO YOU THINK? Recommend it (0) Don't recommend it (0) I own it (0) Offers for Saab 9-3 1.8t Compare PricesProduct InformationWrite a Car reviewExpert Reviews Questions 1 to 10 out of 13 offers for Saab 9-3 1.8t Show all offers sorted by: Price Saab 9-3 1.8t Vector 2dr 2 Registered Keepers, Alarm - category 1, Alarm/immobiliser, Cupholder, Front centre ... more armrest, High level brake light, Immobiliser,Leather steering wheel, PAS, Remote centrallocking + deadlocks, Cigar lighter, Heatinsulating tinted glass, Front sea Rate it now Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Northampton £ 6,768.00 Visit Shop > motors.co.uk Saab 9-3 1.8t Linear Sport 4dr 2 Registered Keepers, ABS, Leather steering wheel, PAS, Remote central locking + ... more deadlocks, Traction control, Cigar lighter,Seatbelt pretensioners, Height/reach adjuststeering wheel, Electronic brake forcedistribution, Side impact protection, Visi Rate it now Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Doncaster £ 7,092.00 Visit Shop > motors.co.uk SAAB 9-3 1.8t Linear Sport 4dr Saloon ABS, Leather steering wheel, PAS, Remote central locking + deadlocks, Traction control, ... more Cigar lighter, Seatbelt pretensioners,Height/reach adjust steering wheel, Electronicbrake force distribution, Side impact protection,Visible vehicle identificati... Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Doncaster £ 7,092.00 Visit Shop > motoring.co.uk Saab 9-3 1.8t Vector Sport 4dr 2 Registered Keepers, ABS, Carpet mats, PAS, Remote central locking + deadlocks, Sports ... more seats, Traction control, Cigar lighter, Seatbeltpretensioners, Height/reach adjust steering wheel,Electronic brake force distribution, Side impactprotection, V Rate it now Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Doncaster £ 7,701.00 Visit Shop > motors.co.uk SAAB 9-3 1.8t Vector Sport 4dr Saloon ABS, Carpet mats, PAS, Remote central locking + deadlocks, Sports seats, Traction control, ... more Cigar lighter, Seatbelt pretensioners,Height/reach adjust steering wheel, Electronicbrake force distribution, Side impact protection,Visible vehicle identific... Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Doncaster £ 7,701.00 Visit Shop > motoring.co.uk Saab 9-3 1.8t Vector Sport 4dr 2 Registered Keepers, ABS, Carpet mats, PAS, Remote central locking + deadlocks, Sports ... more seats, Traction control, Cigar lighter, Seatbeltpretensioners, Height/reach adjust steering wheel,Electronic brake force distribution, Side impactprotection, V Rate it now Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Doncaster £ 7,916.00 Visit Shop > motors.co.uk SAAB 9-3 1.8t Vector Sport 4dr Saloon ABS, Carpet mats, PAS, Remote central locking + deadlocks, Sports seats, Traction control, ... more Cigar lighter, Seatbelt pretensioners,Height/reach adjust steering wheel, Electronicbrake force distribution, Side impact protection,Visible vehicle identific... Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Doncaster £ 7,916.00 Visit Shop > motoring.co.uk Saab 9-3 1.8t Vector 5dr 2 Registered Keepers, ABS, Carpet mats, PAS, Rear wiper, Remote central locking + ... more deadlocks, Sports seats, Traction control, Cigarlighter, Seatbelt pretensioners, Height/reachadjust steering wheel, Electronic brake forcedistribution, Side impact p Rate it now Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Doncaster £ 8,906.00 Visit Shop > motors.co.uk Saab 9-3 1.8t Linear Anniversary 2dr 2 Registered Keepers, Alarm - category 1, Cupholder, Front centre armrest, High level ... more brake light, Immobiliser, Leather steering wheel,PAS, Remote central locking + deadlocks, Heatinsulating tinted glass, Height/reach adjuststeering wheel, Side im Rate it now Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Doncaster £ 9,991.00 Visit Shop > motors.co.uk Saab 9-3 1.8t Linear 2dr 2 Registered Keepers, Air conditioning, Alarm - category 1, Alarm/immobiliser, Cupholder, ... more Front centre armrest, High level brake light,Immobiliser, Leather steering wheel, Leathersteering wheel, Leather steering wheel, PAS,Remote central locking + Rate it now Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Doncaster £ 10,225.00 Visit Shop > motors.co.uk Show all 13 offers Similar offers for Saab 9-3 1.8t » 1 to 5 out of 7 similar offers for Saab 9-3 1.8t Show all similar offers Saab 9-3 1.8t Linear 2dr 2 Registered Keepers, Air conditioning, Alarm - category 1, Alarm/immobiliser, Cupholder, ... more Front centre armrest, High level brake light,Immobiliser, Leather steering wheel, Leathersteering wheel, Leather steering wheel, PAS,Remote central locking + Rate it now Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Doncaster £ 10,225.00 Visit Shop > motors.co.uk Saab 9-3 1.8t Vector 5dr 2 Registered Keepers, ABS, Carpet mats, PAS, Rear wiper, Remote central locking + ... more deadlocks, Sports seats, Traction control, Cigarlighter, Seatbelt pretensioners, Height/reachadjust steering wheel, Electronic brake forcedistribution, Side impact p Rate it now Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Doncaster £ 8,906.00 Visit Shop > motors.co.uk Saab 9-3 1.8t Vector 2dr 2 Registered Keepers, great value taken in part exchangeABS Air Conditioning Alloy Wheels ... more CD Player Climate Control Cruise Control ElectricMirrors Electric Windows Engine Immobiliser ESPLeather Upholstery Multiple Airbags PowerSteering. Rate it now Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Leeds £ 10,490.00 Visit Shop > motors.co.uk SAAB 9-3 1.8t Linear 2dr Convertible Air conditioning, Alarm - category 1, Alarm/immobiliser, Cupholder, Front centre armrest, ... more High level brake light, Immobiliser, Leathersteering wheel, Leather steering wheel, Leathersteering wheel, PAS, Remote central locking +deadlocks, Sports seats, Cigar lighter, Heatinsulating tinted glass, Front seatbeltpretensioners, CD player, Height/reach adjuststeering wheel, Side impact protection, Visiblevehicle identification number, Space saver sparewheel, Interior light with delay, Service intervalindicator, Fully automatic soft top, Heightadjustable driver's seat, Body colour bumpers,Pollen filter, Anti submarining seats, SaabSafeseat, Night panel function, Hands free phonepreparation, Hands free phone preparation, 3 pointseatbelts, Separate textile floor mats, 7speakers, Front and rear electric windows, Two 12Vaccessory power outlets, Sports front seats,ABS/EBD, Audio+phone controls on steering wheel,16 10 spoke alloy wheels, Colour co-ordinated sillcovers, Load shift protection in backrest, SaabInformation Display, Easy-entry/exit feature forrear seats, Sun visors with illuminated vanitymirrors, Headlamp pressure wash, Leather gearknob, Seatbelt pre-tensioners, Body colour frontspoiler, Adaptive driver and front passengerairbags, Electric steering column lock, Leathersteering wheel and gear knob, Seatbeltpretensioners with load limiters, CBC - (Corneringbrake control), Front side airbags(head+thorax),'Guide me home' headlamps, 'Guide me home'headlamps, Body colour electric/heated doormirrors, Multi purpose centre console, Saab ActiveHead Restraints, Mobile telephone antenna, Pop upheadlamp washers, Isofix rear child seatpreparation, Saab infotainment system/audiosystem, Dual zone auto climate control+cooledglovebox, TCS, Two stage side airbags, CargoSET-auto boot expansion linked to hood, DynaCage-pop-up roll bars, Retractable rear headrestraints, Front seat integrated seatbelts, MBA-mechanical brake assist, Interior luggagecompartment release, Colour matched hood interior,Pre-wiring for CD changer/sat navigation sysyem,Profiler system for individual settings, Bodycolour rear bumper valance, Adjustable driversarmrest, MP3 compatability + aux input,AIRCONDITIONING,LEATHER SEATS,PARKING SENSORS Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Doncaster £ 10,225.00 Visit Shop > motoring.co.uk SAAB 9-3 1.8t Linear Anniversary 2dr Convertible Alarm - category 1, Cupholder, Front centre armrest, High level brake light, Immobiliser, ... more Leather steering wheel, PAS, Remote centrallocking + deadlocks, Heat insulating tinted glass,Height/reach adjust steering wheel, Side impactprotection, Visible vehicle identification number,Space saver spare wheel, Interior light withdelay, Service interval indicator, Fully automaticsoft top, Body colour door handles, Body colourbumpers, Pollen filter, Anti submarining seats,Saab Safeseat, 3 point seatbelts, Separate textilefloor mats, Front and rear electric windows, Two12V accessory power outlets, ABS/EBD, Audio+phonecontrols on steering wheel, Colour co-ordinatedsill covers, Load shift protection in backrest,Saab Information Display, Sun visors withilluminated vanity mirrors, Leather gear knob,Body colour front spoiler, Adaptive driver andfront passenger airbags, Seatbelt pretensionerswith load limiters, CBC - (Cornering brakecontrol), Front side airbags(head+thorax),Bluetooth Telephone preparation, 'Guide me home'headlamps, Body colour electric/heated doormirrors, Multi purpose centre console, Saab ActiveHead Restraints, Mobile telephone antenna, Isofixrear child seat preparation, Hydroblox cloth trim,Dual zone auto climate control+cooled glovebox,TCS, CargoSET- auto boot expansion linked to hood,DynaCage- pop-up roll bars, Retractable rear headrestraints, Front seat integrated seatbelts, MBA-mechanical brake assist, Colour matched hoodinterior, Profiler system for individual settings,Body colour rear bumper valance, Adjustabledrivers armrest, MP3 compatability + aux input,ES4-7 Radio/CD with Sat nav + voice recognition +7 speakers, 17 5 spoke 'Anniversary' alloy wheels Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Doncaster £ 9,991.00 Visit Shop > motoring.co.uk Show all 7 similar offers Products you might be interested in » Saab 9-3 SportWagon 1.9 TiD Estate - Front (FWD) - 6 Speed Automatic, 6 Speed Manual - 1910 cc - Max Speed: 137 mph - 150, 180, 120 bhp - Diesel - Available Trims: Linear SE, Vector Sport, Vector, Linear Sport, Linear, Airflow, Aero User car reviews (1) Buy now for only £ 7,601.00 Saab 9-5 1.9 TiD Estate Estate - Front (FWD) - 5 Speed Manual, 5 Speed Automatic - 1910 cc - Max Speed: 127 mph - 150 bhp - Diesel - Available Trims: Turbo Edition Rate it now Buy now for only £ 5,981.00 Saab 9-3 1.9 TiD (+) Pretty(-) unreliable` User car reviews (5) Buy now for only £ 4,500.00 Saab 9-3 Convertible 2.0t Convertible - Front (FWD) - 5 Speed Automatic, 5 Speed Manual, 6 Speed Manual - 1998 cc - Max Speed: 137, 140 mph - 175, 200 bhp - Petrol, Hybrid - Petrol / BioEthanol - Available Trims: Vector Sport User car reviews (1) Buy now for only £ 7,995.00 Saab 9-3 Convertible 1.9 TTiD Convertible - Front (FWD) - 6 Speed Automatic, 6 Speed Manual - 1910 cc - Max Speed: 137, 124 mph - 180, 150 bhp - Diesel - Available Trims: Aero, Linear SE, Vector Sport Rate it now Buy now for only £ 7,000.00 Saab 9-3 2.0T (+) Very nippy and good on petrol(-) none i can recall User car reviews (10) Buy now for only £ 6,320.00 Sponsored Sites - Cars Similar reviews » Reviews which might be of interest for "Saab 9-3 1.8t" Saab 9-3 Aero Advantages: Very nippy and good on petrolDisadvantages: none i can recall My Saab aero 9-3 wow what a car this is very reliable and very fast for a 4 door saloon mine is a silver aero with a 6 speed gearbox and half leather interior which can be a bit cold in winter but it sets off the car, with the six speed box it is quite economical averaging 32 - 34 miles per gallon that is good considering the 2.0 turbo engine has 210 bhp. The ride is very smooth and holds the road like glue plus with the big wheels and tyres which help alot, the car can reach over 140 mph but only where permitted, you can pick up a used one now with average mileage 60,000 to 80,000 with good service history for around 4000 to 6000 if you want a little more information woth a saab owners website link click on my link www.saabaeropower.blogspot.com ... daveloz1 30.01.2010 · Read full review Ciao members have rated this car review on average: helpfulReview of Saab 9-3 2.0T saab 9.3 vector convertible Advantages: PrettyDisadvantages: unreliable` Since buying our Saab from new in 2007 it has needed: new break pads, new alternator, new horn, new roof wirering, the fuel injecters reconditioned, a new particulate filter and finally a new catalytic converter. Oh the joy. The last four things on the list happened just as the warranty ended at the cost of thousands. Plus, when we had all that snow in december/january it let me down by skidding all over the place, in fact, slidding me and the children down a hill, wheel spinning all the way. Its a shame because it is a beautiful looking car, asthetically much more attractive and solid looking than the new shape, Its also very comfortble and safe to drive. Next time maybe We'll go for a petrol which doesn't contain a bizzar contraption called a particulate filter. ... abiw 10.05.2010 · Read full review Ciao members have rated this car review on average: somewhat helpfulReview of Saab 9-3 1.9 TiD Long term user review of the Saab 9-3 Aero. Advantages: Safe, fast, comfortable, and very beautiful.Disadvantages: A bit expensive When I got to the store to pick my (well, my company car then..) brand new Saab 9-3 Aero (210hp) back in -04 I was very happy. I had taken a few months of reviewing several cars and brands before I decided to go for the Saab 9-3. Basically the choice where made on the looks of the car itself, the price compared to similar cars from other brands, safety and comfort since I spent all my time on the roads back then and the feeling of driving it. Actually, come to think of it, this was the most important of them all. I'm jumping straight to the interior of the car since everyone that has seen one knows they simply are beautiful :) During the two years I spent in this car I drove approximately three laps around the earth which means that I had to sit comfortably. The seats in the car are real nice. You get the sporty feeling ... myoffer1 11.01.2007 · Read full review Ciao members have rated this car review on average: very helpfulReview of Saab 9-3 2.0T Similar Cars Product Information Related tags Compare products Gift ideas Cars similar to Saab 9-3 1.8t » Rate it now saab 1.8t sportwagon Estate - Front (FWD) - 150 bhp - Petrol 1 Car review saab 9-3 sports wagon vector sport Estate - Front (FWD) - 6 Speed Automatic, 6 Speed Manual - 1910 c ... Buy now for only £7,601.00 1 Car review saab 9-3 2.0 vector Convertible - Front (FWD) - 5 Speed Automatic, 5 Speed Manual, 6 ... Buy now for only £7,995.00 Rate it now saab 9-3 aero convertible Convertible - Front (FWD) - 6 Speed Automatic, 6 Speed Manual - 1 ... Buy now for only £7,000.00 Rate it now saab 9-3 1.8 convertable Convertible - Front (FWD) - 5 Speed Automatic, 5 Speed Manual - 1 ... Buy now for only £6,768.00 7 Car reviews saab 9-5 2.3 Saloon - Front (FWD) - 5 Speed Automatic, 5 Speed Manual - 2290 c ... Product Information for "Saab 9-3 1.8t" » Product details Body Type Saloon Available Trims Airflow; Linear; Linear Sport; Vector; Vector Sport; Linear SE Fuel Type Petrol Weight 1605, 1590 Length 4647, 4635 Width 1762 Height 1473, 1466 Avg Price 20074 Power 150 Cylinders 4 Transmission type 6 Speed Manual; 5 Speed Automatic, 5 Speed - (Man) / 5 Speed - (Auto), 5 Speed Manual; 5 Speed Automatic Insurance Group 13, 12 Number of Doors 4 Range Saab 9-3 Driven Wheels Front (FWD) Service Interval 18000 miles Boot Capacity (litres) 425 Towing Limit (kg) 1600 Engine Size (cc) 1998 Combined Fuel Consumption (mpg) 38.2 Wheel Base (mm) 2675 Torque 177@2000 lb/ft, 177@2500 lb/ft Fuel Capacity (litres) 58, 62 Warranty 3 years / 60000 miles Maximum Speed (mph) 131 Acceleration (0 - 62 mph) 9 seconds - (Man) NCAP Rating 5 Star NCAP Rating, NCAP 5 Star Rating Emissions Class EU4, EU3 CO2 Emissions 177 g/km - (Man), 192 g/km - (Man) / 221 g/km - (Auto) Range + Engine Type 9-3 1.8t, 9-3 Turbo 1.8t Manufacturer Saab Classification Premium Car Country of Origin Sweden Type Car Release Date 01.01.2005 Ciao Listed on Ciao since 30/05/2003 Manufacturer's product description Saab present the 9-3 Linear 1.8t 4dr Saloon with 5 Speed - (Man) / 5 Speed - (Auto), Front (FWD) running on Unleaded Petrol Related tags for Saab 9-3 1.8t » Saab 9-3 Used Saab 9.3 Saab 9-3 TID Saab 9 3 Convertible Saab 9-3 Gumtree Saab 9 3 Linear Saab 9-3 Vector SAAB9 3 T Vector Saab 9-3 S SAAB9 3 T Compare Saab 9-3 1.8t to other similar Saab » similar by Price (up to 9999) Saab 9-3 SportWagon 1.9 TiD Fast, safe, economical & excellent for the money. Struggling to find any! (*) Saab 9-5 2.0t Comfortable, supposedly reliable, cheap 2nd hand Unreliable, boring to drive, expensive to fix (*) Saab 9-3 1.9 TiD Strong, Safe, Long Lasting and Reliable. Fuel Economy. Seats & Ride Comfort. Too Expensive. Not Truly Class Competitive. Road Noise. (*) Saab 9-3 2.0i Fast, stylish, reliable, comfy and safe. Can be expensive for parts (*) similar by Series (Saab 9-3) Saab 9-3 Convertible TiD Superb Roof Conversion. Excellent Front Seats. Spacious Boot. Well Built. High Price. Low Equipmet Tally. "Challenged" Dynamics. Draughty Top Down. (*) Saab 9-3 2.2 TiD Practical, comfortable and well equipped About to be ousted by new model (*) similar by Body Type (Saloon) Saab 900 High Spec Low Costs Second hand market hard to find a good one (*) Saab 900 turbo Had all the bells and whistles. Didn't live up to its reputation as a performance car. (*) Saab 9-3 2.0T Solid, refined and an fantastic drive Fuel economy around town a wallet emptier (*) (*) Reviews by Ciao members Gift ideas for Saab 9-3 1.8t » Peugeot Partner 1.9 D BMW 330d Volkswagen Passat Estate R36 4MOTION Ford Mondeo Estate 2.0i 16V TDCi SIV Ford Mondeo 2.0i Hatchback Ford Mondeo Estate 2.5i V6 Fiat Bravo 1.4 BMW 318d Ford Focus C-MAX 2.0i 16V TDCi SIII Similar cars and search queries by other users » Saab 18t, Saab 93 18t, Saab 9 3 18t, Saab 1 8t, Saab 93 1 8t, Saab 9 3 1 8t, Saab 18 t, Saab 93 18 t, Saab 9 3 18 t, Saab 1 8 t, Saab 93 1 8 t, Saab 9 3 1 8 t Are you the manufacturer / provider of Saab 9-3 1.8t? Click here '); move_sticky_fullsize(); //]]> About Us - Jobs - Advertise with Us - Press - Become a Partner - Our Shopping Partners - Ciao Quality Seal Ciao Deutschland - Ciao France - Ciao Italia - Ciao España - Ciao Nederland - Ciao Sverige - Bing Shopping Site Index - Product Index - Ciao Charts - Most searched products © 2010 Ciao GmbH || Log in | New account Home Ask Honest John Reviews Best Deals Advice Good Garages News Back Room Insurance Shop SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive Home » Back Room » Motoring discussion View Threaded Thu 17 Jun 2010 00:31 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - rohann Hi, I am looking at the SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport as a potential used buy (a 5-6 year old, 2004 - 2005 model). I am getting mixed messages about its handling and reliability. 1) Handling. What Car website has a very poor opinion on its handling. Their comment is:- Poor body control, soggy handling, dull steering and an unsettled ride mar the drive However HJ's CBCB is fairly positive about the ride and handling. 2) Reliability The German TÜV reports paint a good picture regarding its reliability, and it is consistently rated it higher than the Ford Focus. However the uk reliabilityindex website gives a poorer report about this car. Also comments on this forum are more -ive than +ive, with general feedback indicating that their reliability is on par with Renaults and that the AA men are very familiar with attending this car. Also HJ's CBCB on the Vectra states that even the petrol vectra's have Dual Mass Flywheels. Any idea if petrol Saabs have DMFs? Please could you provide your experiences with this car. If not for the Saab, my other choice would be a Toyota Avensis 1.8 vvt-i, which is priced similarly. I understand that the Avensis would be more reliable than the Saab. However the criticism of the 1.8 Avensis (2005 model) is that it is quite sluggish and not great fun to drive, in terms of its cornering, handling etc. Also the Avensis has the risk of the high oil consumption problem, but I understand that it was sorted in the later models. I also noticed that the Saab 9-3 1.8T (with a 2 litre engine) is on paper more economical (mpg wise) than the 2.0 petrol avensis. The other reason that I like the Saab is that its a bit more uncommon than the Avensis. What I am looking for in a car is Safety, Reliability, Fuel Efficiency and handling in that order. In terms of Safety, I think both cars are on par. But I would appreciate any feedback regarding reliability and handling, particulalry about the Saab. Thanks for reading and apologies regarding the length of the post. :-) Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 00:44 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - rohann P.S.:- I would probably want to keep the car for 5-6 years, if it proves reliable. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 10:00 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - Andy Bairsto If you buy a saab you would be better buying one after the model change 2006/7 before that they were full of niggling faults.I am running a 2007 1.9tid estate at the moment and it is very good it has sat nav and all the toys.Any vehicle more than 5 years old is dependant on its previous owner.I would not be worried about the clutch or flywheel ,saab's are vectras under the skin I suggest you look at the saab forums.Toyota has had terrible problems with the 1.8 petrol engine and would run a million miles before I bought a 1.8 petrol .But you pays your money and takes your chance. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 10:03 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - Andy Bairsto If you buy a saab you would be better buying one after the model change 2006/7 before that they were full of niggling faults.I am running a 2007 1.9tid estate at the moment and it is very good it has sat nav and all the toys.Any vehicle more than 5 years old is dependant on its previous owner.I would not be worried about the clutch or flywheel ,saab's are vectras under the skin I suggest you look at the saab forums.Toyota has had terrible problems with the 1.8 petrol engine and would run a million miles before I bought a 1.8 petrol .But you pays your money and takes your chance. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 10:49 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - rohann Thanks for your feedback, Andy. How is the handling of the Saab, particularly in terms of cornering and driving on winding country roads? As you can see from my post the opinions about the Saabs handling seem to vary widely. By the problems with the 1.8 vvt-i toyota engine, are you referring to thew oil consumption problem, or are there others besides? If its the oil consumption problem, HJ's CBCB sems to indicate that this seems to have been sorted out in the later models. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 11:37 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - Andy Bairsto The Saab handles very well but I am no rally driver it is as a diesel very economical I traverse Europe many times a year and it averages around 52mpg it has 15" wheels which make it quiet and comfortable.As I have said the early models have lots of niggling faults but nothing major.The Toyota on the other hand in 1.8 petrol trim are a nightmare with Toyota not willing to regonise the problem(see above topic)the engines had not improved by 2007, friend tried to run one as a taxi from new in Germany lasted 3 months and went back to Mercedes he had so much trouble,Toyota are not all they are cracked upto to be pick ups in Africa last for ever thats their forte.For my next car I will go back to Mercedes they really do have the edge on anything else in my opinion. Edited by Andy Bairsto on 17/06/2010 at 11:39 Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 12:08 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - rohann Andy, which is the "above topic" you are referiing to. If you are referring to the oil consumption problem, I understand that it happens only after 4-5 years and 40 - 50,000 miles. If this is the same problem your friend in Germany had, it is surprising that he had the problem on a new car within 3 months. Or is it some other problem you are referring to? Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 12:28 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - rohann Hi Andy, What were the type of faults that affected the pre-2006 models? Did they affect the petrol models as well? The post '56 models, are out of my price range. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 12:36 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - trevob Avensis 1.8 VVti - I've owned my 53 plate T3x for 3 years and in that time have taken the mileage from 48000 to 122000. Yes, I had the oil usage problem at 90k but Toyota sorted that (out of warranty early 2009) and since then I havent had any major problems - touch wood. I drive it pretty much every day, 100 miles a day commute mixed roads and it is comfy, well specced and frugal (40 mpg). However, it is slow, even if you can put all your mechanical sympathy to one side and rev the cackers of it (6000rpm plus a breeze), I would have thought the Saab is a lot different to drive - the Avensis is no sports car, it's a bit soft for that - but you get the benefit of not feeling every bump. Toyota servicing at my local main dealer (Lindop, Wrexham) - is relatively cheap (£80 for a minor 10k, £180 ish for a major 20k). You've also the advantage of a timing chain rather than (presumably on the 9-3) cambelt. Having said all that - would I buy another? Maybe - although I'd probably go diesel due to my high mileage and quite fancy the 2.2 D4D T180 Estate..... Hope this is helpful. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 12:55 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - rohann thanks trevob, that was helpful. The 40 mpg consumption sounds good. Do you know what the consumption is on motorway driving at 75 mph, as most of my commute is on the motorway? Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 14:35 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - rohann Thanks everybody for your feedback. Dropping the idea of the Saab, because even the petrol one has a DMF. Think I will go with either an Avensis or Maazda 6. The risk with the avensis seems to be the high oil consumption, while risk with Mazda 6 seems to be corrosion. I will probably research a bit further and close out on one of these. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 14:44 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - pd Fairly sure the Avensis petrol has a DMF - the diesel certainly does. Most cars do - it is rare to find one without on a car in this class. They are known for giving trouble on the Vectra and 93 diesels but haven't heard much feedback on the petrols. 93's handle very well in my opinion - very neutral and generally flat through corners. They don't drive like a BMW but why should they. If you fancy the Saab you should also look at the Volvo S60, better quality car which doesn't feel like a GM accountant has attacked it. Avensis is OK although a Mondeo is probably better. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 15:40 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - rohann Thanks PD, I am actually looking for a car that has a 4 or 5 star Euro NCAP rating, ESP, decent reliability and fuel economy and costs around £5K. The NCAP scores for the Mondeo was pretty poor and there were comments around structural instability. That is why I did not seriously consider it. I was initially thinking of a focus, but focii with ESP are being quoted at 5K+ and at that price, the Avensis / mazda 6 / 9-3 class made more sense. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 15:47 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - Andy Bairsto I bet there are more old Vectras and Mondeos about than Avensis.Regarding my friends Toyota Avensis taxi his comment just know was wan't did go wrong I think it was mainly engine problems nothing major but consistantly taking the car of the road.They did a special lease deal to try and get into the German taxi market but you will rarely see one today as they could not stand up to the work like the Mercedes with taxi build.These vehicles are not changed till they have done 1000000km. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 16:06 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - pd Thanks PD, I am actually looking for a car that has a 4 or 5 star Euro NCAP rating, ESP, decent reliability and fuel economy and costs around £5K. 04 model year (1st to get ESP as standard) S60 D5 SE manual would be top of my list to meet that criteria. Avensis is a fine car, just a bit boring and if you're concerned about handling it isn't exactly fun to drive - very competent but not fun. Accord should also probably be on your list. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 16:19 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - rohann I have actually ruled out diesels due to advice from backroomers regarding potentially expensive problems, particulalrly the DMF. The Accords with ESP start at 6K. Couldn't justify the price differences when I can get a post 2005 Avensis for 4K. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 16:31 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - Andy Bairsto I think that answers youir own question Avensis's are not liked by dealers because of their ability to go wrong and cost a fortune where as the Accord will probably outlive you. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 16:41 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - rohann The Avensis consistently out performs the Accord in the German TUV quality rankings. Also in the UK, a large number of taxi drivers seem to use the Avensis, which indicates a fair degree of reliability. If I knew that the price difference with the Accord was purely because of the quality, I wouldn't mind spending the premium. But I am not sure how much of the premium is for snob value. Also HJ's comments on the Honda Jazz is that they age pretty bady and deteriorate after 7 years. Also Honda did not galvanise the earlier Civics and gave only a 6 year corrosion warranty, when other manufacturers were offering 12. Hence I am a bit dubious about the supposed quality of the hondas. But I may be wrong, as I hav never owned either of these cars before. Incidentally my family in India owned a Hindustan Ambassador (built based on the Morris Oxford) and ran it for over 45 years. 1963 - 2008. It finally had to be sold due to disuse, but was still running. :-) Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 17:37 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - SteveLee If I were spending £5 on a saloon the Accord would be top of my list, it looks classy, it's reliable, handles well and is reliable. The Mondeo is probably a slightly better car (the best in its class for the dosh) but the Accord is a little bit different - which is nice. The Avensis does everything well but is dull. I had extensive use of a 03 Accord s-type (2.4) it was a cracker but a bit firmly sprung for me around town but smoothed out on the motorway. The softer executive would have been my choice. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 18:56 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - rohann I've just read HJ's CBCB about the Accord again. The ESP unit on the Accord apparently suffers the same problem as the VW/Audi/Mazda 3, etc. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 19:05 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - SteveLee There's no such thing as a fault free car, nothing went wrong with my mate's hard-driven 03 Accord in three years. Although the dealer did try to change the perfectly servicable rear discs and pads twice for "corrosion", just surface rust as the car had been driven unladen and left unused occasionally. Nothing a quick emergency stop or two (in reverse in a deserted car park) won't cure. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 19:36 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - rohann Yes. Did your friend's model have ESP? I wanted a model with ESP, and this particular ESP issue is supposed to be fairly rampant on the affected models. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 19:38 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - corax SteveLee How did you find the seat comfort in the Accord? I've heard the seats are very good. I've driven the earlier shape which I thought was much better than it's bland looks suggested. I'm thinking about the 03-08 Accord as a replacement for my car at some point. How quiet on the motorway, and is there anything else you liked about it? I would probably go for the 2.0L as the 2.4 looks a bit thirsty. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 21:25 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - pd You won't find a car which doesn't have some inherent weakness - they all have a "they all do that eventually" feature somewhere. I really wouldn't get too caught up in the whole DMF issue - nearly all larger cars have them, petrol or diesel. The ones you here about are the poorly designed or faulty ones - the ones in cars which do not go wrong it can be hard to find out if it has DMF or not becuase no one has ever replaced one. Worst case it adds £300 on a clutch change - more like £120-£150 on most cars. If you buy a 5 year old car and run it for 5 years something will go at some point unless you mothball it. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 21:27 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - pd FWIW I'd rate the Accord over the Avensis. The Avensis is a good workhorse which does few things badly but they never feel special or remotely inspiring to drive or own. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 21:38 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - rohann TBH, I am actually leaning towards the Avensis at the momment. I'd rather have a trouble free motoring experience and use the money save towards something truly inspiring. Like sailing or even flying lessons, IMHO :-) Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 17 Jun 2010 22:18 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - corax We have an Avensis 1.8 petrol. It's built like a tank, does 40mpg average, has an enormous boot. It's insurance group 7, presumably down to the 5 star NCAP. The only thing that has gone wrong in 3 years is the electric fuel release flap. It's an 03 model, and uses no oil between services. It's done about 70000 miles. It's not a drivers car, but it's very good at bowling up and down the motorway with no hassle. The controls are very light. I don't understand previous comments about them being troublesome and unreliable, it's nonsense. The car must have been a lemon. There are loads of Avensis being used as taxis in my area. If you just want a car that gets you from A to B at reasonable cost and comfort, then I'd recommend one. I think you'd be much happier with an Avensis than a Saab 9-3, if it's a choice between those two, given your priorities. Just make sure it has full service history and buy from 04 onwards to be on the safe side as the oil consumption problem affected cars up to '03. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Fri 18 Jun 2010 01:35 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - SteveLee I was using the Accord for 120 mile round trips (London/Leeds) I found the driver's seat to be very comfortable and supportive, the owner thought it put pressure on his thigh, I suppose there's no such thing as a perfect seat! I'm 6'2" he was 5'11". It was exceptionally good on the motorway, the slightly fidgety ride at low speeds completely disappeared at motorway speeds smoothing out beautifully - almost being a match for my Jag XJ8 at the time. The car really did work as a back road scratcher and a high speed cruiser. The traction control was rubbish needing care when pulling away in the wet which was the car's only real fault. Friends/family commented on how nice the car looked (in Silver) it's a classy, premium looking, car for Mondeo money. To the thread originator - why the obsession with ESP? On stumpy town cars it's a life saver but with longer wheelbase cars I can't see the appeal. All it seems to do is neutralise midcorner understeer - which the driver could do with the correct articulation of the throttle. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Fri 18 Jun 2010 10:21 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - corax >>I was using the Accord for 120 mile round trips Thanks for the info Steve, sounds good. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Tue 22 Jun 2010 07:01 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - trevob Hi again Sorry about the delay, I had a 200 mile motorway trip on Saturday so thought I would help out! The trip was 90% motorway at 75-85mph and fuel consumption...........39 mpg. It really is a good car - dont be put off by the current media furore. Cheers Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Fri 18 Jun 2010 00:56 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - Avant Given your priorities, you could add the Volvo S60 to your list. There are quite a lot of examples of trouble-free high-mileage examples of these, and safety and comfort are strengths as well. If you go Japanese, stick to petrol and my choice would be between the Honda Accord and Mazda 6. One more to think about - Skoda Octavia 1.8T. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Fri 18 Jun 2010 01:13 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - rohann Avant, thanks for your comment. S60 - Petrol gives quite poor economy. Don't want to risk the reliability issues of diesel such as DMF failure, etc (unequivocal advice on earlier post, from backroomers). My annual mileage would be around 15000 miles, i think. According to HJ's CBCB, both the Accord and the Skoda suffers from the ESP problems afflicting the Golf and the other VAG group cars. Hence potentially expensive pitfall. Mazda6 -> serious corrosion issues, particularly reported in US and Canada, and I am looking to keep the car for long term. Am not able to find any information which supports whether this problem has been resolved on later models. I have actually started another thread on that. That leaves the Avensis as the next best alternative. I know of the oil consumption problem, but the feedback seems to be that was restricted to the earlier models. Do let me know if you think any of the above logic is incorrect, or if I should consider any other cars. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Fri 18 Jun 2010 08:51 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - pd Honesty, you won't find a car which hasn't got some generic fault with a forum somewhere full of people moaning about it. I have known clutches and DMF's go early on Avensis (Avensi?) but not often. The water pumps are also prone to leaking on some diesel which is a very expensive job, again, not often. All of the Accords, Avensis, S60's etc. are good, reliable cars. They go wrong sometimes but that is why used cars are cheaper than new ones. You can't buy something for 35% or less of its new price and expect it to be as good as new. As far as the S60 DMF is concerned - took a clutch out on a 160k example a couple of weeks back and the DMF was as good as new. Clutch life on most cars is very good - some fail early but far more "fail" because an idiot previously drove them. You can't predict this, it's just an accepted risk of a used car. If you want absolute assurance of cost free motoring you really should be buying new with a long warranty and maintenance plan. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Fri 18 Jun 2010 12:02 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - rohann Thanks pd, it's just that I probably wont describe myself as the most sympathetic driver, mechanically. Hence I want a well built car, which can take some punishment if necessary. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Fri 18 Jun 2010 13:34 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - SteveLee I could be wrong but I'm not aware of too many DMF failures on petrol cars, DMF was primarily to reduce excessive vibration from diesel engines, I don't know why they made their way onto petrols, however I think petrol engines are much kinder to clutches, therefore DMF failures seem to be rare with petrols. I'm happy to be proved wrong and I'm sure there have been failures but not in anything like the same sort of numbers. Obviously I'm ignoring the twin clutch paddle shift type thingies which were problematic on most caras when they first appeared. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Fri 18 Jun 2010 15:41 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - rohann SteveLee, thanks for your comments. From HJ's CBCB, the Astra petrol also apparently encounters dmf failures. Obsession with ESP? - If the govt thinks its important enought to make it mandatory from 2012, why not be proactive and get it now! :-) Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Fri 18 Jun 2010 16:34 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - pd DMF's have been on petrol cars for decades. Some cars from the 1980's have them. They are not a new thing. The vast majority of cars it is difficult to find of they are fitted without looking at a parts catalogue because they rarely fail so no one mentions them. Some manufacturers fitted some cheap, duff units (mainly GM and Ford but others as well) on some models and they suddenly became an issue. The overall issue is with poor design and poor quality: DMF's are not inherently unreliable. Added to that, on most cars these days, clutch replacement has become a major job with labour of 5-6 hours or more on many common cars. If the DMF needs replacing at clutch replacement time then it is not a significant extra cost - the issue is if the DMF fails before you need a new clutch because you've got big labour costs to get at it. Unfortunately in the case of the Avensis on the early 01-03 diesels the DMF's were rubbish which meant lots of early clutch/DMF replacement but on the petrols there were just as many gearboxes going pop.......you can't win! Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Fri 18 Jun 2010 16:58 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - rohann Thanks PD, that was helpful. I guess I am trying to decide now between an Avensis 1.8 petrol or the post facelift Mazda 6, 2.0. I like the Mazda for its looks, its superior handling and most importantly because its got a 6th gear, which is supposed to make motorway journey far more economical (which is most of my commute). My concern though is about potential rust problems on the Mazda. While a poster on the other thread has mentioned that he didn't have any rust issues on his 5year old Mazda which he sold, he generally buys his car from new and seems to be selling it around 5 years. I intend to buy a 5 year old car and hopefully keep it for 5 years. Hence I am not sure if the Mazda 6 is the right choice from this perspective. Any information on the rust issues on the Mazda? Have they been resolved on the post facelift (2006) models? Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Fri 18 Jun 2010 22:15 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - Trollhattan I own a 2007 1.8t Vector Sport Sportwagon and it is fantastic, my first SAAB, I've had it for two years and the only trouble has been with the Sat Nav disc which SAAB replaced. There is a simple rule with 9-3s, diesel if it's a company car, petrol it it's private, the diesels have a number of reliability problems but the petrol engines run forever with a fully synthetic oil change once a year and a full service every two years or 20000 miles. A local SAAB specialist charges £100 for a minor service, £200 for a major service. The only other major reported problems with the 9-3 is the front springs which SAAB will often fix for free even out of warranty. I am 99% certain that only the 1.8i 1800cc engine has a DMF along with all 1.9 diesels but the 1.8t and 2.0T 2000cc engines are DMF free. The Mazda was on my list when shopping for a car but after some consideration it was just too 'taxi driver', the Toyota is totally designed to be a taxi imo. The 1.8t can provide 40mpg on the motorway or with a heavy foot around town 25mpg, running on 98ron gives a couple more mpg, midrange is excellent with the light pressure turbo, tyres are about £80 a corner, seats are good for 800 miles a day comfort (I did 1900 miles last week in France). Despite non SAAB owners criticising the cars as tarted up Vectras (is your Audi a Skoda?) I have been really impressed with the it, so much so I have a new factory order convertible 9-3 ready to collect from the dealership on Fathers Day. Don't buy a taxi, buy a car with a heart, buy the SAAB. Edited by Trollhattan on 18/06/2010 at 22:20 Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Fri 18 Jun 2010 23:13 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - rohann Hi Trollhattan , thanks for your comments. I checked with a local Saab specialist and he told me that the 2000 cc petrol engine has DMF. Will try checking with a main dealer. Anyway it seems a fantastic car and the dash and console are indeed remniscent of a cockpit. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Sat 19 Jun 2010 21:59 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - Brianthebubble would I be 'safe' in buying a a two year old Toyota Avensis 1.8 petrol (previous model). Did Toyota iron out all the problems of the earlier models. Note that you do not see many 08 or 09 cars - I was interested in the saloon. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Mon 21 Jun 2010 01:13 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - rohann i think you should be safe, as far as engine reliability goes. I spoke to Toyota customer service and they said that the oil consumption issue was definitely sorted out in the post 2nd half 2004 models onwards. However for all its good euro ncap safety rating, I just noticed that they have gathered some poor feedback in the child safety section. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Tue 22 Jun 2010 15:35 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - Brianthebubble Rohann. Wonder if the early problems affected sales of later models, which is why there does not seem to be many 08 09 models. How would compare this Avensis1.8 petrol against an 08 VW Jetta 1.4 TSi 120 and 08 Renault Sports Megane Saloon1.6? Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Tue 22 Jun 2010 20:09 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - rohann I am not considering the later models, because my budget is around 5K. But the Renault Megane seems to have a pretty bad reliability rating from the tuv organization surveys. www.anusedcar.com/index.php/tuv-model/renault-megane If not for that, the Megane was a car I would definitely have considered buying as it has excellent safety ratings. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Thu 24 Jun 2010 10:40 SAAB 9-3 1.8T Vector Sport vs Toyota Avensis 1.8 - feedback requested on reliability and drive - Glenn 42 Surprised no one has mentioned the Skoda Octavia, an extremely well made and competitively priced car with few reliability issues. If you are doing over 12,000 miles a year, the TDI is capable of 55 mpg and doesn't suffer from a lot of the problems on other diesels. Reply to this message | Report message as offensive | Link Related News & Road Tests Review: SAAB 9-3 2007 More of the same, modernised with sharper looks. Quick 2.8 twin-turbo. Road Test: SAAB 9-3 2003 As I understeered straight towards the prone photographer, tyres howling in protest at about 55mph I thought of the words of Eric Carlsson. "understeer... Road Test: SAAB 9-3 Convertible If you've got the money you have three new soft tops to spend it on: The new Audi Cabrio, the new Mercedes CLK Cabrio and now the new SAAB 9-3... Review: SAAB 9-3 Sportwagon 2005 Comfortable, solidly built estate with an excellent ride, predictable handling, superb seats and plenty of kit. Join the discussion Email Password New account | Forgotten your password? Related posts Nissan Navara d40 (2005 - ) - Good idea or not? Winners & Losers of 2005. BMW 3-Series E91 Touring (2005 - ) - 320d : ownership report SEAT Leon II (2005 - ) - 1.6 Stylance opinions please BMW 3-Series E90 (2005 - ) - 325D Final installment Cars For Sale New Cars Used Cars 2004 SAAB 9 32.0T Aero 2Dr [5] £7,995 More Used Car Deals » Cars For Sale New Cars Used Cars Vauxhall Corsa1.0i 12V ecoFLEX S 3dr £6,999 save 37% Citroen C11.0i VT 5dr £6,294 save 29% Hyundai i301.6 CRDi Comfort 5dr £11,450 save 27% Ford Focus1.6 Zetec 5dr £11,495 save 27% More New Car Deals » Related News & Road Tests Review: SAAB 9-3 2007 More of the same, modernised with sharper looks. Quick 2.8 twin-turbo. Road Test: SAAB 9-3 2003 As I understeered straight towards the prone photographer, tyres howling in protest at about 55mph I thought of the words of Eric Carlsson. "understeer... Road Test: SAAB 9-3 Convertible If you've got the money you have three new soft tops to spend it on: The new Audi Cabrio, the new Mercedes CLK Cabrio and now the new SAAB 9-3... Review: SAAB 9-3 Sportwagon 2005 Comfortable, solidly built estate with an excellent ride, predictable handling, superb seats and plenty of kit. Honest John's Car Buying Advice Get the low-down on how to buy and sell cars the hassle-free way • Terms and Conditions • Advertise on this site • Contact Honest John || ||