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pre-02 owners...just a RANT re: newer models..
Posted by 9-5 Talladega [Email] (more from 9-5 Talladega) on Tue, 17 Apr 2007 09:59:03
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Hello, all....I know I am opening a can of worms here, however, I don't think I am the only one that feels this way...
I think the major reason why I cannot decide what newer Saab 9-5 to buy is the fact that, compared to my 9-5SE, the newer ones are so dis-contented that, even though they may be newer, they feel like a downgrade compared to the amenities in my 2001.
Even the " linears" in 2000 and 2001 mostly came with the memory drivers seat, HK sound, auto dimming mirros, and better leather quality.
Now, keep in mind that I am ONLY referring to the NON Aero models...The aero models are equally as nice, if not more nice (in SOME cases) to my 2001 SE.
But, from beyond 2003, the leather feels like vinyl, very few have the premium package, and even the steering wheels feel like hard plastic evn tought they insist it is leather...Crappier leather compared to my 2001.
Also....I do NOT like the grey leather....I prefer charcoal...If the grey leather was as glove soft and gathered as my 01. I would be fine with it.
Even simple fog lights on base models don't exist anymore!!
Oh, in case you were wondering why I just don't go out and buy an Aero??..Because I ONLY like my Super Aero rims that only fir NON Aero 9-5's.
I am sure I have forgotten a few things, but, I don't want to go on and on anymore..
Your thoughts on my points..?
Thnx for the rant.
John
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Posts in this Thread:
- pre-02 owners...just a RANT re: newer models.., 9-5 Talladega, Tue, 17 Apr 2007 09:59:03 <-- Viewing This Message
- SuperAero Rims?, RMinNJ, Wed, 18 Apr 2007 13:16:16
- 01 owner here, DW, Tue, 17 Apr 2007 18:50:39
- Re: pre-02 owners...just a RANT re: newer models.., Bob Chatham, Tue, 17 Apr 2007 18:23:22
- Re: pre-02 owners...just a RANT re: newer models.., George, Tue, 17 Apr 2007 11:24:28
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