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Saab 9-3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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At your quoted price, it would have to be CPO for me... the extra equipment and lower miles makes up for some extra... but, not $5K extra..
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I think Bluetooth has become standard, although I'm unsure. I do know that on the V6 XWD models, you get the limited slip differential (eLSD) that used to be exclusive to the Turbo X. The '08 Aero XWD models didn't have the eLSD...
The new for 2009 2.0T XWD model doesn't have the limited slip differential either...
For 2009 I think trim lines got shuffled around a bit, and instead of just having 2 models and option packages (2.0T and Aero) now there's a bunch of different "trims" with names like Comfort, Sport, Touring, etc.
Still only 1 Aero model though...
http://www.saabofmilford.com/VehicleDetails/1096404554 ($16,355 off MSRP)
http://www.saabofmilford.com/VehicleDetails/1096405574 ($16,735 off MSRP)
http://www.longcadillac.com/AdWizardAd/2745833 ($15,500 off MSRP)
These all have higher MSRPs though, so that'll affect the discount a little bit.
Either way, it seems like you have a good thing going, so good luck with your purchase.
Of coarse, this only works with a new car .. I would be hesitant to buy a pre-owned car without seeing it first hand. Best of luck ..
Now a preowned (CPO or not) or a Corporate/Demo is another story - a THOROUGH inspection would certainly be warranted (and advisable).
To each his own - whatever makes you comfortable with a purchase of this size ..
Still comes down to "Should I buy a Saab?"
Any insights?
Thanks.
Nissan has the Sentra reborn as a much larger car with a very good interior, light years better than previous Sentras of even five years ago.
Current Sentra is almost identical in exterior size and interior dimensions as the Saab 9-3.
Sentras with the 170 and 200HP engines are faster than the Saab 9-3. Also consider these advantages:
* much more mechanically reliable
* much, much better resale
* better real world fuel mileage
* no stress on you. Nissan will be around in the years ahead, Saab may not be and even if Saab stays in business it could leave the American market as Peugeot and Renault (twice) has done. My local Saab dealer dropped Saab to concentrate on Mitsubishi. Yes.....Mistsubishi.
Saab's can never live down their richly deserved reputation of the worst resale value possible and constant mechanical problems.
For $22K, it's hard to beat... You can't even buy a 4 cylinder Accord with leather at that price point...
I never realized how awesome 2008-09 9-3's headlights look in the dark: http://hyperleggera.com/wp-content/images/Inline/2008_11_14_Saab_Turbo_X_15.jpg (pic doesn't do it justice, but it's the best I could find). I saw one on the road last night (had never seen one in the dark). Makes me want to buy one even more for the unique headlights. I'd say they trump the Audi R8 which I saw last night too.
In terms of the cost of the vehicle, it is a 2006 9-3 Convertible with approx. 26,000 miles. The dealer is asking $21,900. Any advice on what I should offer would be appreciated. I would like to get as far under $20,000 as I can. Thanks.
So.. wouldn't be surprised if you can get to that $20K number... plus tax, etc...
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I was just at a dealers and was looking at the following car:
Link to Sticker Information
the price on the sticker is $35475, it has Auto/ColdPackage/MoonRoof.
I was able to get him down to $30000 with 0.0%, but if i chose to not take the 0% and get regular financing then the price is $27500.
i said i would have to think about it (i didn't plan on buying it today anyways) and left. he wanted a $100 refundable deposit but i didn't put any and i think i can still go back and get the same price/car.
what do you guys think? good deal?
another question, he said the dealership was losing money, why would he sell a car if he was "losing" money? what does that exactly mean?
Thanks in advance.
My local dealer is selling service loaner/demos that have similar stickers for $10K off MSRP.. That's about $2K less than your brand-new example... so, I'd say you are in the right ballpark..
Keep in mind.... even at $8K off MSRP, a Saab 9-3 will still depreciate fairly quickly... I see 2007 models with miles in the 20s, with asking prices of $17K-$18K.. So, if you fall out of love quickly, the Saab might not be for you..
regards,
kyfdx
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The dealer is offering bumper to bumper extended warranty:
$1,680 for 2 year or 24,000 miles, plus $200 deductible each visit, or
$2,125 for 3 years or 36000 miles, +$200 deductible each visit.
I have owned this car for less than 1 year and have been to dealership 4-5 times for little mechanical or electronic problems here and there, including window won't come up, check engine light was on, lights burn out, door rattling noise, radio problem, AC vent broken, taillight losening, antanna crack, taillight falling, etc.
I like the driving experience this SAAB has brought to me. But the little problems are annoying. Has anybody experienced any more severe/expensive problems for a 7-8 years old 9-3? Should I buy the extended warranty? Or should I just sell this car and get a more reliable car?
Any thought will be welcomed! Thanks.
Need some advice please. I've been looking at a CPO 2006 Silver Saab 9-3 with 35144 miles on it. It has sunroof and premium audio package. The dealer's
advertised price is $16995 + tax, fees, and registration. I'm trying to get the price down. He's saying he can't go down lower than $17100 all in, out the door price. Is this a good deal?
Best of luck ..
His price is $17100 including tax and fees with the CPO warranty. What would you say is a good price for this car? Your help is much appreciated.
I see '07 models at asking prices of $17K... They wouldn't be CPO, but with a little negotiation, you could probably get out the door for the same amount as your '06...
Since an '07 is a year newer, you get more use out of the original warranty, offsetting some of the value of the CPO warranty on the '06..
I'd expand your search to include non-CPO cars, and use that as a measuring stick against your deal... that will also open up a lot more choices...
regards,
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I'd rather have the non-CPO '07 at the same price (assuming it can be done), but that's just one opinion..
I guess my main point... is that if you entertain that alternative, it's going to quadruple the number of cars that you can consider... giving you a better chance to get a better deal..
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If he accepts that price for this model and year, would I be doing good or bad please?
According to Edmunds pricing I'm not sure. Here is the link for Edmunds with the info for this.
http://www.edmunds.com/used/2006/saab/93/100610531/options.html?tmvaction=vdpres- ult
2006 Saab 9-3 2.0T 4dr Sedan
Trade-In Private Party Dealer Retail
National Base Price $9,326 $10,628 $11,611
Optional Equipment $1,647 $1,837 $2,200
Wood Center Console Trim $42 $47 $56
Remote Window Operation $52 $58 $70
Front Fog/Driving Lights $63 $70 $84
CD Changer Audio System $88 $98 $117
5-Speed Shiftable Automatic Transmission $446 $498 $596
Xenon High Intensity Discharge Headlights $210 $234 $280
Wood Dash Trim $49 $54 $65
Wood Door Trim $38 $43 $51
Navigation System $659 $735 $881
Color Adjustment
Silver $29 $33 $36
Regional Adjustment
for Zip Code 33160 $28 $32 $35
Mileage Adjustment
36,141 miles $300 $300 $300
Condition Adjustment
Clean $0 $0 $0
Total $11,330 $12,830 $14,182
Certified Used Vehicle $15,508
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Advertised for $19,995
Mileage: 18,044 Body Style: Sedan Exterior Color: Ice Blue Metallic Interior Color: : 60th ANNIVERSARY 9-3 SPORT SEDAN - OFFICIAL ICE BLUE METALLIC, 17" ALLOYS, REAR SPOILER, DUAL POWER 2-TONE LEATHER SPORT SEATS, PREMIUM AUDIO.
Edmunds price:
Certified Used Vehicle $17,399
Do yourself a favor and look around. I'd offer $14k for the car you are looking at - maybe a few bucks more if it was an Aero, but for a 2.0T??? No way I'd go over $14k for a 30k+ mi '06 4cyl 9-3 .. SHOP AROUND!
I posted the price aswell. Now he's saying $1700, I'm thinking about $16800, CPO one owner. How much would you say for this also; up for $1995 CPO 18044 miles, 60th anniversary edition automatic.I appreciate your advice.
I don't have a lot of others to compare the pricing to as for some reason here in Miami, there's not a lot of these.
I am about to make my first purchase from a dealer and I luckily stumbled upon this thread. I am looking at a CPO '06 Sprotcombi 2.0T with about 30k on it with a listed price of $17995. My question is the following: would it be totally out of line for me to offer $15k (or less) for the car? If it *is* out of line, what is a realistic price to shoot for? It has been on the lot for about two months.
thanks!
I love the car. My only hesitance is that, having leased my cars for about 20 years, and rarely keeping one more than 3 years, I have not purchased a car in a while(Saab is not leasing for this vehicle) So I am a bit concerned about purchasing this one in regards to reliability issues and resale value. I am prepared to keep the car a bit longer than I normally do, and I am thinking that some of my concerns about resale value would be negated by the favorable discount price of the car, so perhaps this would help even out the poor resale value of Saabs. Thanks for any thoughts on this
Consumer reports does recommend it. Nice car but depreciation will be high.
Help! How much would be a good buy for this car? It is a CPO located in Connecticut, I live in Miami. I'm thinking about offering $17,300 out the door.
2007 Saab 9-3 4dr Sdn Aero
Our Price: $21,995
Stock Number: SP3164
VIN: YS3FH41UX71009183
Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic
Mileage: 19,216