Bye Bye Vtec, Hello turbo
10-03-2007, 08:18 PM
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Bye Bye Vtec, Hello turbo
I bit the bullet and traded in my tsx yesterday. I didn't expect to get the price I wanted but to my surprise the stealership agreed. The tsx is a great car but I feel this car has a little more to offer for the same price. It's certified up to 2010 or 100k so if pretty happy with that. My tsx had a few issues that I didn't feel like paying for anyway such as interior rattles and was in need for new tires anyway.
Here was my tsx if you guys don't remember.
2004 9-3 w/ Aero Package
2.0t
210hp
221tq @ 2500 RPM
Thanks for all the help, I'll still be poppin in from every now and then. If anyone wants to buy a test pipe pm me.
Here was my tsx if you guys don't remember.
2004 9-3 w/ Aero Package
2.0t
210hp
221tq @ 2500 RPM
Thanks for all the help, I'll still be poppin in from every now and then. If anyone wants to buy a test pipe pm me.
10-03-2007, 09:14 PM
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According to a comparo that took place back in 03, the TSX is also quicker. Althugh I'd imagine the Saab feels quicker because of the tourque advantage.
But, nice ride, congrats.
But, nice ride, congrats.
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10-03-2007, 11:51 PM
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Originally Posted by dom
According to a comparo that took place back in 03, the TSX is also quicker. Althugh I'd imagine the Saab feels quicker because of the tourque advantage.
But congrats too, if ur happy ur happy
.Just don't let that buyers remorse creep in.
10-04-2007, 03:06 AM
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Originally Posted by Zyuan10
the interior is 
that's a lot of buttons..
butttt.. whatever makes you happy ^_^
that's a lot of buttons..butttt.. whatever makes you happy ^_^
Nice Saab, good luck with reliability compared to the TSX, but I've seen some mean modded Saabs, so have fun with that!
~Cheers~
10-04-2007, 05:13 AM
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it's a car-drive it
as the former owner of turbo cars-my words- try not to speed- even how tempting it will get-result-speeding ticket- i was lucky i only got warnings-9 of them in less than a year-i have now slowed down.
10-04-2007, 07:26 AM
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For anyone interested in that comparo. The MB C230 was the 3rd car.
http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/..._93_comparison
http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/..._93_comparison
10-04-2007, 09:04 AM
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You people all need to back off... the 9-3 with the Aero package is a SWEET looking ride and relatively exclusive on the road. The guy said he has a 100K warranty so who cares if it breaks down... it's free to fix. Just imagine it dropped with some 18s or 19s and it will be a true one-of-a kind head turner.
And, to the guy that said the new 9-3 just came out, that was just a face and butt-lift... the car has the same dimensions, doors, etc... nothing major.
In my opinion this is a nice upgrade from a stock TSX of the same age and now he is covered with a warranty, too.
Damned04, time to head to the Saab message boards and start modding!
And, to the guy that said the new 9-3 just came out, that was just a face and butt-lift... the car has the same dimensions, doors, etc... nothing major.
In my opinion this is a nice upgrade from a stock TSX of the same age and now he is covered with a warranty, too.
Damned04, time to head to the Saab message boards and start modding!
10-04-2007, 09:38 AM
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Originally Posted by CGTSX07
I do agree that the Saab looks nice, but in no way do I believe that it is an upgrade from the TSX.
In no way way do I want to put the Saab down, but I personally agree with this.
A different car, not really an upgrade. But like most said, if he likes it, thats all that matters. My boss just picked up a 07 Aero with the Turbo V6. That is an upgrade, very nice car.
10-05-2007, 01:36 AM
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damn you pulled the trigger quick. Long run I hope you enjoyed your purchase I would've just bought a little bit older of a used one (depreciation is crazy). To everyone his own, I wouldn't have done it. :P
10-05-2007, 06:31 PM
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Originally Posted by EuRTSX
I always liked Saabs, but their interiors never impressed me. Congrats on your new purchase.
10-05-2007, 06:40 PM
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And, to the guy that said the new 9-3 just came out, that was just a face and butt-lift... the car has the same dimensions, doors, etc... nothing major.
Saab claims to have made 2157 changes to its 2008 line of 9-3 vehicles. While it's impossible to verify each one, the major improvements are easy to see.
From the A-pillar forward, the 9-3 sheetmetal is completely new and features aggressive aeronautically inspired grillework, vaguely menacing headlights with perma-lit "eyebrows," and Saab's distinct clamshell hood.
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...ticleId=121626
Your first clue that something's up on the 2008 Saab 9-3 sedan and SportCombi wagon will be the conspicuous lack of Saab's traditional black body-side moldings. Your second clue is the new face inspired by the Aero X Concept.
To find your third clue, bend down on the ground and have a look underneath. Ya sure, that's a rear differential.
Come January 2008, the 9-3 will apply power to all four wheels. And while it represents a break with tradition, the all-wheel-drive 2008 Saab 9-3 Aero XWD could save this brand from sales obscurity.
I think it is still considered a refresh face-lift but there are some pretty big changes.
10-06-2007, 09:55 AM
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Originally Posted by ninjamyst
http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/...9_3_newcomers/
Saab claims to have made 2157 changes to its 2008 line of 9-3 vehicles. While it's impossible to verify each one, the major improvements are easy to see.
From the A-pillar forward, the 9-3 sheetmetal is completely new and features aggressive aeronautically inspired grillework, vaguely menacing headlights with perma-lit "eyebrows," and Saab's distinct clamshell hood.
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...ticleId=121626
Your first clue that something's up on the 2008 Saab 9-3 sedan and SportCombi wagon will be the conspicuous lack of Saab's traditional black body-side moldings. Your second clue is the new face inspired by the Aero X Concept.
To find your third clue, bend down on the ground and have a look underneath. Ya sure, that's a rear differential.
Come January 2008, the 9-3 will apply power to all four wheels. And while it represents a break with tradition, the all-wheel-drive 2008 Saab 9-3 Aero XWD could save this brand from sales obscurity.
I think it is still considered a refresh face-lift but there are some pretty big changes.
Saab claims to have made 2157 changes to its 2008 line of 9-3 vehicles. While it's impossible to verify each one, the major improvements are easy to see.
From the A-pillar forward, the 9-3 sheetmetal is completely new and features aggressive aeronautically inspired grillework, vaguely menacing headlights with perma-lit "eyebrows," and Saab's distinct clamshell hood.
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...ticleId=121626
Your first clue that something's up on the 2008 Saab 9-3 sedan and SportCombi wagon will be the conspicuous lack of Saab's traditional black body-side moldings. Your second clue is the new face inspired by the Aero X Concept.
To find your third clue, bend down on the ground and have a look underneath. Ya sure, that's a rear differential.
Come January 2008, the 9-3 will apply power to all four wheels. And while it represents a break with tradition, the all-wheel-drive 2008 Saab 9-3 Aero XWD could save this brand from sales obscurity.
I think it is still considered a refresh face-lift but there are some pretty big changes.
I'm just saying it's not as radical of a change, say, such as when Acura came out with the current-generation TL from the last TL... THAT is a huge change and would make me skip the last generation from consideration.
10-06-2007, 10:14 AM
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We had a number of Saabs (900S, 900 Turbo, 9000 Aero) before moving to Honda/Acura (a Prelude, Legend, and now a TSX) -- those Swedish babes are definately unique and the turbo kick-in, even with the auto, is dramatic. (Actually the Saab four-speed was a pretty slushy gearbox so the auto, at least at the time, was the way to go.) Handling was Euro-precise and the cargo capacity of both the 900 and 9000 was truely astounding.
The big difference, BY FAR, is Honda/Acura's dependability and ease of maintenance. We dealt with a great, honestly-priced Saab garage, but never got away for less than $600 or $800 -- and often a couple thou -- which happened at least twice a year (things like water pumps died at 45,000 miles and the like). I understand The General has upped reliablity with the 9-3 and 9-5, but I'm still leery of Euro reliability.
If you're willing to accept the maintainence issues, though, Saabs are a great ride and one of the most practical grand touring cars out there.
The big difference, BY FAR, is Honda/Acura's dependability and ease of maintenance. We dealt with a great, honestly-priced Saab garage, but never got away for less than $600 or $800 -- and often a couple thou -- which happened at least twice a year (things like water pumps died at 45,000 miles and the like). I understand The General has upped reliablity with the 9-3 and 9-5, but I'm still leery of Euro reliability.
If you're willing to accept the maintainence issues, though, Saabs are a great ride and one of the most practical grand touring cars out there.
