Date: Thu, 26 Jul 2001 00:55:19 GMT From: wlj11nopsamcom Subject: Re: 2001 SAAB SE Conv. vs. Volvo C70 HT Conv.
As a new 2001 9-5 SE owner, all I can say is that I couldnt be happier with the car and the service. Never before have i stood in the courtesy area of a dealership with others waiting for a car wash or service and all bragged about the car and service....you can go wrong! On 19 Jul 2001 17:41:23 -0700, trevorjeffnopsamail.com (legaljazzguy) wrote: >I am stuck between the SAAB SE and the Volvo. I worry that the SAAB >that is due to get a GM-chasis version of the 9-3 will loose a >considerable amount of its value and cache in a couple of years, >leaving me with an overvalued car at the end of a lease or a car that >no one wants for the loan value if I purchase. >I suspect that this is not a big concern in the end, but with 0% >financing and a great lease rate being offered right now, it certainly >looks like they are pushing these cars off the lots as fast as they >can. In the end I want a convertible and the Volvo and SAAB are >competing head to head. > >So here is the question, should I go with the C70 which is a pretty >good convertible or the quirky and lovable SAAB 9-3 SE. If you have >thoughts, especially in light of expected 2003 model year improvements >to the SAAB, let me know. > >I would also like to hear any comments on the quality of the SAAB, >torque steer, cowl shake, wind noise, reliability, service. I live in >the Northern California area, so I am particularly interested in that >area.