Saab 9 3 convertible turbo The Saab is a compact executive car that was originally developed and manufactured by the Swedish automaker Saab. The first generation is based on the GM platform changing to the GM Epsilon platform with the introduction of the second-generation car The car was badged as 9 3 starting in the model year, when Saab revised the naming strategy of their small car to match that of the larger 9 5. The model was advertised as , pronounced as "nine three". The Saab was launched in for the model year essentially as a rebadged second-generation Saab — model , and succeeded by a redesigned for the model year. It is not to be confused with the Saab 93 , pronounced "ninety three", which was a car produced by Saab from to The first generation , an updated Saab NG , was launched in for the model year. It is known to enthusiasts as the 'OG' old generation and internally as body style Saab claimed that 1, changes were made between the outgoing NG and the Changes included revised suspension , intended to improve the handling characteristics of the car. It was available as a three or five-door hatchback , and as a two-door convertible. It was the last small Saab to use the company's H engine. Other notable changes included a stronger AC compressor, better ventilation system, and a switch to a hydraulically operated convertible roof rather than an electric powered. For the U. A Saab innovation is the ' Night Panel ', carried over from the Saab , which permits dousing of the instrument panel lighting, except for essential information, for less distraction when night driving. A total of , first generation s were built. As with the preceding generation, convertibles were built by Valmet in Uusikaupunki, Finland. Valmet was also the only plant assembling the Viggen, in all three bodystyles. Altogether, Valmet built Hatchbacks of all models. Between and , Saab offered a limited edition and higher-performance version of the Only 4, Viggen specification cars were produced. The Viggen is powered by Saab's 2. The cars are equipped with a higher capacity intercooler, performance-tuned ECU, flow-through muffler and tip, stiffer gearbox casing and stronger output shaft, a heavy-duty clutch and pressure plate, stiffened and lowered springs with revised spring rates, firmer dampers, and stronger CV joints and driveshafts. The Viggen is only available with a five-speed manual transmission which features an electronic torque-sensing function to prevent damage to the gearbox. In , the Viggen was the first to use Saab's Trionic 7 engine management system. The exterior of the Viggen features a larger rear wing that also located the radio antenna to the rear of the roof, aerodynamically designed bumpers and side skirts, model-specific inch alloy wheels, and upgraded brakes. The interior offers special bolstered and coloured leather seats and door cards in four colours: black with black inserts 'Charcoal' , black with blue inserts 'Deep Blue' , black with orange inserts 'Flame Ochre' and tan with tan inserts. Other interior features include a CD player with four or six-speaker, amplifier and CD-changer options, power moonroof, and what were initially Viggen-specific motorised and heated leather seats with the Viggen delta logo embossed in the backrest. The Viggen seats later became available in the Aero model U. Some colourways feature carbon-fibre interior trim, offered between and the middle of the model year. Cars built afterward came with a less expensive printed grey pattern for the dash and standard trim. Buyers of new Viggen models in the U. A total of 4, Viggens were manufactured by Valmet Automotive in Finland until production ended in June ; of which units were produced for the UK market. For , 3-door Viggens were imported into the U. Some journalists have criticised the Viggen, in particular for untamed torque steer in low gears, with Britain's Evo Magazine naming the car as one of its 10 worst cars ever tested. All the petrol engines offered in the first generation were versions of the Saab H engine. The non-turbo models use a distributor, and leads to each spark plug, while the turbocharged engines utilise Saab's Trionic engine management system with a Direct Ignition Module or cassette mounted at the top of the engine, directly connecting to the spark plugs. The latter two technologies were migrated into other GM products during the ten years that GM controlled Saab. All of the engines, other than the normally aspirated version and the low-pressure turbo, had high specific power outputs. The BR generated The new remained an exclusively front-wheel drive powertrain at launch. The most significant aesthetic change from the previous generation cars was the elimination of the hatchback design. The second-generation was available as a four-door saloon, an estate introduced in late as a model, known as the SportWagon, SportCombi or Sport-Hatch dependent on the market , and a two-door convertible introduced in There are three different versions of the turbocharged inline-four, with the amount of turbo boost determining the power output: 1. The engines were mated with a 5-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed 'Sentronic' which is a traditional automatic , not to be confused with SAAB's earlier 'Sensonic' which was a clutchless manual transmission that retained a conventional H-pattern shifter, but the clutch system was hydraulically actuated. In models, the standard manual transmission was a 5-speed gearbox with the 6-speed optional. The 6-speed manual was standard on US 2. There were four trim levels: the entry-level Linear, mid-range Vector and Arc with emphasis on sporty appeal and luxury , and a top-of-the-range Aero model. However, in the US, the Linear was exclusively available with the 2. No diesel models were ever sold in the US, neither were the 1. On 22 February , the final 47 Saabs were built. Note: Diesel, biopower, and certain petrol engines were not available in North America. Starting from late , diesel engines are Fiat-sourced common-rail units. The Vector trim level was replaced with the Aero in the United States. The Arc trim level received the five-speed manual in place of the six-speed. In the UK, the Aero 2. The 2. The 1. The 8V version was available exclusively with a 6-speed manual, while the 16V was also available with a 6-speed automatic. The 16V was equipped with a diesel particulate filter as standard, while it was optional on the 8V for the MY. Like the 2. US versions were sold with inch wheels standard inch for the Aero , unlike the inch wheels which were previously found in the Linear version. In the United States, but not in most countries, was the last year of the Linear and Arc versions. In addition, the 6-speed manual was dropped and both the Arc and Aero received the 5-speed manual. A new 2. The Aero was exclusively available with the V6 in the US, replacing the 2. In other markets, the Aero was available with both the four-cylinder 2. The Arc designation also disappeared, replaced by a trim level simply known as 2. A special "20 Years Edition Aero Convertible" for the American market was unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show in January to celebrate 20 years since the introduction of the Saab convertible. All 20 Years Edition Aero Convertibles were offered in metallic electric blue. The dashboard was revamped for , with the Saab Information Display moved from its high mounted position to the main instrument binnacle. The button-heavy climate control system disappeared, replaced by the Saab climate control system, OnStar was re-introduced and required when Nav was ordered in North America, and the corporate GM head unit debuted, which allowed for satellite radio and MP3 CD capability. The suspension went from harsh to firm, and the cabin was quietened. Steel Gray was also replaced with Titan Gray as an exterior color choice. For the model year, the was also available with Biopower versions of the 1. In the U. The manual transmission in the 2. A 60th Anniversary Edition was also offered for the sedan, wagon, and convertible body styles for to celebrate 60 years of SAAB. The package was available on 2. Sedan and convertible models also received trunk-lid spoilers. Saab claimed over changes were made to the model year cars. Black replaced charcoal gray as an interior color choice. Snow Silver became a new exterior color. A new twin-turbo diesel engine with PS, dubbed 1. The TTiD engine was also available in Aero trim. All Turbo X models were offered in metallic jet black with matte grey trim. It is powered by a 2. It has larger brakes as well as stiffer springs and shocks. The dash, shift lever, and door panels have a carbon fiber look and the turbo boost gauge draws its inspiration from the Saab The series expands the trim levels while dropping the limited-edition Turbo X [26] saloon and estate from the lineup. The convertible range lacked the all-wheel-drive option. The Saab was mostly unchanged from the model, although the Aero trim level came standard with the XWD system, eLSD, and horsepower power increase, all formerly reserved for the discontinued Turbo X. Only the 2. For , the Saab Aero's turbocharged V6 was eliminated. All models used the 2. A limited-edition of 96 Aero Carlsson was released. The ePower concept car is based on the SportWagon, has a The production version was slated to be unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show and market launch for After the test, sales are scheduled to begin in Sweden in For the model year, the single-turbo TiD diesel engines were replaced by twin-turbo diesel engines TTiD , which increased the power output of the 8V version from to PS, and the 16V from to , respectively. The received some revisions in for the model year. Other changes included rear badging in line with all new Saab saloon, 'ice block' style headlights, New bumper design, titanium metallic-effect trim around the instrument panel, gearshift, doors, and glove box. The Aero included graphite fiber effect. Contrast stitching on leather upholstery. In most markets, car was badged 'Griffin'. An "Independence Edition" convertible was released with a total of units to commemorate the first anniversary of the sale to Spyker Cars. The Griffin is replaced with a badge displaying the Saab logotype , as well as new seats. The first cars were to deliver in Spring as a "Limited Edition" model. Only two colors were available, black and Silver. The no longer meets the latest Euro NCAP tests regarding pedestrian safety; therefore, only 1, cars of each body model could be sold in Europe, as a low-volume manufacturer. The only other market was China. An electric version was to be launched in spring in the Chinese market. Saab automobile production ended as of May because Qingbo Investment, one of NEVS shareholders, was not able to reach a financing agreement. Production of the electric in China was started in The design language was supervised by Simon Padian, and the design team managed to produce a clay model and several computer models before General Motors announced it had put the Saab brand "under review" in December After an intended sale of Saab to Swedish supercar manufacturer Koenigsegg ultimately failed in , General Motors reached an agreement with Dutch manufacturer Spyker N. The sale of Saab to Spyker was completed in late February and work on a replacement for the was restarted virtually immediately. The new management of Saab, headed by CEO Victor Muller , felt, however, that a new design language was needed to distance a newly independent Saab from General Motors. 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Quiet yes a convertible solid feel, comfortable seats, highly responsive engine, reasonable few blind spots, good MPG. Some odd features but not annoying and something Saab is noted for. The torque steer nonsense you read about is something that average drivers will never notice or care about. This is nice riding and driving car, that was a great purchase. It has all the options that you would expect in a car that sold and sells in this price range. The higher than normal depreciation means you can buy an expensive car for less. The cost of repair is not out of line with any high end car. BTW the trunk is functional for trips, the back seats go down to extend the storage. Solid car that is fun to drive. Items are simple to fix like the DIC and fluid for the covnertible top. Lots of parts on eBay and videos on YouTube to help. Is quick and responsive. The Sweeds know nothing of cup holders though. The car will throw trouble codes every day. Buy a scanner when you buy a Saab. Nothing to worry about, most are harmless warnings and can be fixed without huge money. When my daughter needed a car for school, reluctantly I gave her my beloved Jetta and purchased a used Saab 93 convertible. It's now my beloved Saab. Amazing car!! Purchased with 46K miles already on it, the Saab performs beautifully. A heavier car than the Jetta, the steering is only slightly less responsive, but you can feel the weight of this car. It's solid. Comfy and sexy! The mileage - near 30 mpg highway. The car has its quirks - a wonky gas gauge and that damn SID that reads like Braille - but these are easy to overlook when you hit that turbo and the car responds without a hiccup. No maintenance woes to date. Amazing since the car was in a flood 4 years ago. So far, fantastic! I am very pleased with the combination of power and fuel economy the Saab convertible provides with the 2,0 liter turbo-charged engine. My is equipped with an automatic transmission and delivers 20 plus mpg city and 28 mpg highway - not bad for a comfortable, powerful and fun to drive convertible. The delivers more than adequate acceleration, and plenty of reserve power for merging and passing. Comfort is fantastic, thanks in part to some of the best seats in the business. Top operation couldn't be easier. Reliability thus far excellent! A very nice automobile. My Saab Convertible is a very reliable, comfortable, well-built automobile. Power from the turbo-charged 2. The seats are superb - I've driven 10 hours non-stop in complete comfort. The handles well and provides a smooth, quiet ride. The power top operates without a hitch, and driving with the top down is a great experience. The rear seat is most suitable for 2 children or smaller adults, as the convertible top does take up some space. Popular searches. My notifications My Account. More about the View Photos. List Price Estimate. ZIP Code. See all for sale. Filter by: All ratings 5 stars 4 stars 3 stars 2 stars 1 star. Objective Saab convertible review. Items per page:. Write a review See all s for sale. Sponsored cars related to the Sign Up. Despite some obvious shortcomings, we're fond of Saab. Last year, the old model was replaced with the , which is actually just an updated The base comes in three-door coupe, five-door hatchback and two-door convertible models. All come equipped with a powerful horsepower four-cylinder engine. This turbocharged 2. Move up to the even more feature-laden SE five-door or convertible, and you're opting for even more performance. All SEs are powered by a high-output version of the turbo four that spins an amazing horses that's better than horsepower per liter of displacement! Perhaps even more impressive is that in stick-shift models, this motor makes its foot-pounds of torque at an amazingly low 2, rpm, and then maintains peak torque all the way up to 4, rpm. Talk about a useable power band! In addition to getting bigger wheels and tires, the uplevel SE also boasts a sportier look with a front chin spoiler, flared rocker panels, a new rear valence, body-colored mirrors, chrome exhaust tip and a sports steering wheel. The SE Convertible models add a rear spoiler, while five-door versions come equipped with a specially tuned sport suspension for more responsive handling. For pure enthusiasts, Saab offers the high-performance Viggen. Now with horsepower and a healthy foot-pounds of torque from its high-output turbo 2. Less than 3, Viggens will be produced in model year , with 1, of them coming to the U. All models feature Saab's patented pendulum-design B-pillar, which deflects side impacts away from head and chest areas; the world's first head restraint system to reduce the risk of whiplash-type injuries; and seat-mounted, two-stage inflating head and chest side airbags. The Saab is a fun-to-drive, equipment-laden near-luxury car that competes against entries from Volvo, BMW and Mercedes. While the is a good car in its own right, the problem is that there are plenty of good cars in the 's price class. If your tastes run a bit on the eccentric side, however, this car's personality and quirkiness may be a better choice for you than a BMW is or Mercedes C You'll certainly stand out more in the crowd, and have fun doing it. Doing so could save you hundreds or thousands of dollars. Edmunds also provides consumer-driven dealership sales and service reviews to help you make informed decisions about what cars to buy and where to buy them. Simply research the type of used car you're interested in and then select a prew-owned vehicle from our massive database to find cheap used cars for sale near you. Once you have identified a used or CPO vehicle you're interested in, check the AutoCheck vehicle history reports, read dealer reviews, and find out what other owners paid for the Used Saab Convertible. Is it better to lease or buy a car? Ask most people and they'll probably tell you that car buying is the way to go. And from a financial perspective, it's true, provided you're willing to make higher monthly payments, pay off the loan in full and keep the car for a few years. Leasing, on the other hand, can be a less expensive option on a month-to-month basis. It's also good if you're someone who likes to drive a new car every three years or so. Check out Saab lease specials Check out Saab lease specials. Popular searches. My notifications My Account. For Sale Review Features Save. View Photos. Appraise this car. Controls not always intuitive, offbeat image, spotty build quality. Other years. List Price Estimate. ZIP Code. See all for sale. Find savings on the for sale near you. See Pricing. Sign up for price drop alerts. Be the first to know when prices drop near Edmunds' Expert Review. An offbeat alternative to the staid German sedans that dominate the category. Vehicle overview. The base model gets restyled inch alloy wheels, while the SE version gains performance enhancements and increased horsepower. The sporty Viggen offers even more power, and is available as a five-door or convertible in addition to the coupe. Read more. Write a review See all 60 reviews. GREAT used car - would have never bought it new. I bought this car sight unseen in Sep from a dealer found it on Autotrader. The car had 86k miles on it and the Carfax showed it had been properly maintained. Prior car was a Saab SE hatchback so I already was familiar with its quirks. I have only put about 2k miles on it so far but must say that so far it is the BEST car I have ever owned. Read less. This is my second Saab and regretfully my last. This model has a newly found defect that Saab calls "engine sludge. I have finally decided that it doesn't make sense for me to pay the upgrade for a performance vehicle when the performance deteriorates. Alas, it is all under warranty but the fact that it needed a new engine is going to really hurt my resale value. I've loved these cars eventhough they proved to not be worth the luxury pricetag. Don't even think about it. Had the car back for 15 minutes and the serpentine belt went out. Over all the car has been in the shop 5 times in a year. I will be selling the car as soon as I get it out of the shop. It gets better See all 60 reviews of the Used Saab Convertible. Write a review. IIHS Rating. Side Impact Test. See full safety scores. People who viewed this also viewed 1 average Rating out of 1 reviews. Sponsored cars related to the Sign Up. Roomy and fun to drive, the Saab is a solid buy among entry-level luxury cars. Just don't expect the razor-sharp reflexes and highly refined interiors of its German and Japanese competitors. The is one of a long line of small sedans and coupes from Saab. Although Saab has sold cars in the U. Sales grew throughout the '80s, as the 's unusual styling and turbo power plants made it an offbeat alternative to the typically staid offerings from Germany. The original enjoyed a long production run of nearly 15 years until it was finally replaced by an all-new version in For the model year, the became the Saab Along with the name change came upgrades to the suspension, steering and interior furnishings, as well as a minor exterior freshening. This was also the year that GM took full ownership of the company. Minor enhancements over the next several years kept the Saab fresh, but stiff competition in the entry-luxury segment called for an all-new design. The sedan got a roof-to-rubber makeover in , and the convertible followed suit in For , a wagon called the SportCombi joins the ranks. Even though Saab's signature hatchback body style is gone, the is still easily identifiable as a Saab car because of its familiar body lines to its aircraft-inspired cockpit. The tradition continues under the hood where the relies on two turbocharged engines for motivation. There's a base 2. Power is sent through the front wheels, but improved steering system design all but erases the torque steer that plagued previous models. When compared to the competition, the Saab stacks up favorably as one of the better-handling front-wheel-drive cars on the market. With the arrival of the SportCombi this year, the 's agile handling characteristics may now be enjoyed in a practical sedan, a utility-packed wagon, or a top-down weekend cruiser. The brakes on all three are powerful, and the steering is quick and responsive in the turns. The base turbo feels more powerful than its horsepower rating would suggest, and the 2. On the inside, the Saab offers a modern-looking design and plenty of high-tech features, including a rollover protection system in the convertible. There's no doubt that the new turbo V6 provides a welcome boost to the range, which was previously at a bit of a disadvantage against German and Japanese competitors. Whichever body style you choose, the Saab is a distinctive alternative, with enough performance, style and practicality to keep all the smart money from leaning toward a 3 Series and A4. The Saab is available in sedan, wagon called the SportCombi and convertible body styles, all of which come in 2. The 2. The sporty Aero model adds bolstered sport seats, chrome instrument surrounds and interior trim, a lower body kit, a lowered sport suspension, a watt stereo and inch alloy wheels. Convertibles come with a fully automatic power top. Two engines are available on the Saab Standard on 2. Aero models get a 2. All 2. A five-speed automatic with manual-shift capability is optional on 2. The Saab features active head restraints and seat-mounted side torso airbags. The sedan and SportCombi wagon come with full-length side curtain airbags, while convertibles get a rollover protection system that integrates pop-up roll bars, reinforced A-pillars and the front seatbelt pre-tensioners. Four-wheel antilock disc brakes, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and traction and stability control are standard on all models. The Saab is one of the better-handling front-drive cars on the road. A stiff chassis translates into a car that's easy to place in the corners and satisfyingly precise on the highway. Still, we wish the sporty Aero model felt a little sharper when driven aggressively on twisty roads. Both engines deliver a strong pull throughout their power band. The V6 is especially impressive, though it does suffer from turbo lag at low rpm. The automatics downshift quickly but can be slow on upshifts, while the manual transmissions shift just fine but tend to feel rubbery through the gates. Some climate and stereo controls can be difficult to operate, but a standard "profiler" system allows drivers to program a host of individual settings that can be recalled at the press of a button. The sedan and the wagon are sufficiently roomy, but legroom can be tight for adults seated in the back of the convertible. The Saab can carry more than most cars in its class; it offers 15 cubic feet of trunk space in the sedan and The wagon offers Whether talking to loyalists who are angry about the "Saabaru" X or the Trailblazer-based X , or critics who think the whole brand should be scrapped given GM's current financial woes — there's plenty of angst surrounding the marque. Drop the top of a Saab Aero convertible and the controversy ends. Through the ups and downs of the automaker's recent past stood the convertible, first the then the While GM slashes prices on virtually every one of its products, the Saab convertible keeps winning conquest buyers, capturing the imagination of people who wouldn't otherwise walk into a Saab dealership. This year Saab marks the 20th anniversary of its ragtop by bestowing the Aero convertible with a few minor refreshments and a new, more powerful turbo V6. Special anniversary edition To mark the occasion, GM is putting out a small number of a special 20th-anniversary-edition Aero convertible, distinguished by its limited-edition Electric Blue Metallic paint and commemorative markings. Power to the people The star of the show is the Aero's new 2. According to Saab, this little beauty gets you up to 60 in less than 7 seconds zero to 62 mph is measured at 6. A similar engine is available in the sedan and SportCombi wagon, powering what Saab claims are the quickest production cars it has ever made. The low-end availability of torque shines on the convertible, getting you jumping on any grade, including the gorgeous but trying hills of Santa Barbara, California, the site of our test-drive. Saab claims 90 percent of maximum torque is achieved at 1, rpm, a low number for most engines out there made somewhat more impressive given the need for the turbo to kick in virtually lag-free to achieve this mark. There's still a six-speed manual transmission that comes standard, but our sample was fitted with the optional six-speed automatic, complete with manual sport-shifting mode. With six gears to choose from, the car was always present with power when you needed it as the hill creeps steeper, the curve ends or the merge lane narrows. Performance was predictably smooth and quiet as well. The complete experience While there isn't much new on the convertible, handling, appearance, entertainment and comfort all remain just as strong or stronger than in previous models. And considering how much pressure Saab is under to remove cost from its products, that's actually a high compliment. What makes the Saab such an enjoyable vehicle is the ease of its use. The chassis is stiff. There's power to spare. The styling is simple and inoffensive. While you could find a faster, more luxurious or better-looking ride, the Saab offers a generous helping in all major categories, making it a smart choice for those looking to break away from the pack. Perhaps most impressive is the ride in the rear-passenger seats. Typically, automakers toss a couple seats behind the front row as little more than a joke to either lower your insurance rate or create some space for your golf bag. In the Saab, however, these spaces are big enough to be usable seats where passengers can comfortably enjoy the panoramic views of the highway in relative comfort. Another surprise is the performance and design of the automatic soft top, which feels more like a hardtop when raised. The inside gives the appearance of a normal sedan cabin and dampens out virtually all expected road or car noise — a significant advantage over other soft tops. Disappearing character? One of the perks of the convertible, which is assembled in Austria, is that it remains a quirky Saab for reasons beyond the ignition on the floor or the grid-style air vents. It's got a wacky cupholder that pops out of the front dash. Its interior design is still decidedly minimalist, as the Swedes often prefer. But just as we alluded to before, the day is coming where GM will go too far. The little things are already starting to disappear as the GM-supplied stereos, key fobs and the GM badge itself work their way into the mix. For the time being, however, the Saab convertible remains a profit center and a fun one at that. So after 20 years, it remains a unique product unlike any other. And these days, that's high praise. The Used Saab Convertible is offered in the following styles: 2. Doing so could save you hundreds or thousands of dollars. Edmunds also provides consumer-driven dealership sales and service reviews to help you make informed decisions about what cars to buy and where to buy them. Simply research the type of used car you're interested in and then select a prew-owned vehicle from our massive database to find cheap used cars for sale near you. Once you have identified a used or CPO vehicle you're interested in, check the AutoCheck vehicle history reports, read dealer reviews, and find out what other owners paid for the Used Saab Convertible. Is it better to lease or buy a car? Ask most people and they'll probably tell you that car buying is the way to go. And from a financial perspective, it's true, provided you're willing to make higher monthly payments, pay off the loan in full and keep the car for a few years. Leasing, on the other hand, can be a less expensive option on a month-to-month basis. It's also good if you're someone who likes to drive a new car every three years or so. Check out Saab lease specials Check out Saab lease specials. Popular searches. My notifications My Account. For Sale Review Features Save. View Photos. Appraise this car. Suspension should be stiffer on Aero models, ride can be harsh over bumps, interiors lack upscale look and feel, V6's turbo lag. Other years. List Price Estimate. ZIP Code. See all for sale. Find savings on the for sale near you. See Pricing. Sign up for price drop alerts. Be the first to know when prices drop near Edmunds' Expert Review. Vehicle overview. A new wagon body style called the SportCombi has been added to the Saab lineup for Additionally, Aero models get a new, more powerful turbocharged V6, which packs horsepower and pound-feet of torque. Linear and Arc trims have been merged into a single base 2. Finally, all s now come with body-colored door handles. Read more. Write a review See all reviews. Never had a problem with this car. I would buy another in an instant if they still made them! I bought this car used a year ago and it has been great fun. Sporty and luxurious with lots of convenience features. A solid performer the v6 turbo packs a nice punch and the 6 speed automatic shifts better and quicker than I could, so I never feel required to use the paddle shifters. The variable valve timing really opens up the motor under full throttle as it lets out a ferocious scream. Yet quiet and extremely smooth in typical driving. And Saab stands behind the product, they did a free major repair for me even though the car was 5, miles past the warranty period! Massey Saab of Orlando is the best. Read less. We bought our 93 2. The car is solid, the doors are heavy, outside noise is minimal and the road noise is less than our Volvo S The stick shift is smooth and the steering tracks very tight with minimal lean in the turns. The top is a marvel to watch and is water tight while driving. The trunk space is flexible so if you need more space put up the top. I am 6'2" and I can fit in the back seat fine. The seats are more comfortable than our previous Mercedes. The Best Car I have Driven. I think that people who are looking for a great sports car with great gas mileage and reliability should get this car. It's hands down the best car I have ever driven and I love every second I get behind the wheel of this car. This car will give you everything you're looking for in a sports car from its handling, performance, and reliability. See all reviews of the Used Saab Convertible. Write a review. IIHS Rating. Side Impact Test. See full safety scores. People who viewed this also viewed 1 average Rating out of 1 reviews. Saab is controversial. Sponsored cars related to the Sign Up. If Tiger Woods's new driver were three times as stiff, he might whack the ball yards. If Mark McGwire's bat had been three times as stiff, he might have hit 90 home runs in a season. If a Saab convertible were nearly three times as stiff, it would be the convertible you see here, a whole lot nicer and better-behaved machine than any previous Saab convertible. Saab, which was your basic Swedish hatchback car company until recently, abandoned its hatchback coupes with the advent of the new last year, a Saab built on GM corporate architecture-the Epsilon platform that is shared by Opel and Saturn. So the raw material that was used to build a convertible was in fact a four-door sedan. They kept the dimensions, the front-end sheetmetal, and much of what was underneath it, but starting at the windshield, "We built a whole new car from there on back," according to one Saab official. They have tops that are tighter-fitting, better padded, and quieter than any previous convertible tops and that disappear behind the second seat. Cowls trail off the rear head restraints for a more sporty look. Some, including the new Saab, use electronic signals from the key fob to open the top and drop the glass while you're walking toward the car. Both are built around the hp, 2. Its power will be more than adequate for most of Saab's traditional turbo customers. The Arc version comes with a five-speed manual and inch tires, the Aero with a six-speed manual, inch tires, and five additions to the Arc's specs: OnStar telematics with the first year of service free; a sport body kit and exhaust tip; a sport chassis with tire-pressure monitors; matte chrome trim with a leather-wrapped sport steering wheel; and a watt, speaker sound system replacing the Arc's watt, seven-speaker setup. All models now have standard electronic stability control, along with automatic rollover protection bars that deploy in 15 milliseconds. We drove both Arcs and Aeros, manual and automatic, top up and top down, and we liked them all, with a few reservations. This convertible is pounds heavier than the previous model, almost all of it in chassis and body reinforcements that make it almost percent more resistant to twisting and bending, and it couldn't happen to a more deserving car. The old convertible had all the structural rigidity of shredded wheat and was prone to massive torque steer, especially the Viggen version. You could cross a railroad track and vibrate for the rest of the afternoon. That kind of ricketyness has been banished completely. When the new six-bow top is down, it's beautifully integrated inside and out, from end to end. This one also goes, for the most part, exactly where you point it, with just a momentito of steering lightness when you first mash the pedal and the nose lifts up. Like no other Epsilon-based car, the Saab has passive rear-wheel steering built into the rear bushings, and it helps make the car feel sure-footed in everything from quick jinks to mph sweepers. Top down, you can talk to your pals without shouting. The new seats hold you like your mom did when you were three and are just as comfortable. The new convertibles will be in Saab showrooms in September. New Cars. Buyer's Guide. Type keyword s to search. Today's Top Stories. The Best Sedans of Best EVs and Hybrids of Best Pickup Trucks of Best Minivans and Vans of Best Station Wagons of View Photos. Expand Collapse. This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below. More From First Drives. The Saab was launched in as a redesigned and enhanced successor to the Saab Saab announced that 1, changes were made for the Saab , including sleeker styling, an improved suspension, and upgraded safety features. All U. Saab s featured turbocharged engines as standard. Saab manufactured over , first generation s from From Saab produced a high powered version of the Saab called the Viggen. The Viggen, or "thunderbolt", was named after the Saab 37 Viggen fighter jet and came with a turbocharged 2. Saab modified several Saab parts to handle the increased power, including a larger flow-through exhaust system, stronger CV joints and drive shafts, and an upgrade to the Trionic 7 engine management system, which processes two million calculations every second. Only 4, Saab Viggens were made. Saab manufactured the second generation from , and once again they modified many of the Saab parts. Safety features were upgraded, the hatchback design was eliminated, and a new 2. Whatever you're looking for, eEuroparts. There we so many great pictures submitted that could have gone here, but this coming all the way from Japan features a Saab 2. Nestled beautifully amoungst the fallen Ginko leaves. Thank you Mr. In order to add an item to a project you must be logged in. If you do not have an account please click the link below. Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your suggestions for improving eEuroparts. If you have any questions please contact us. 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