A less than stellar interior and only mediocre performance and dynamic prowess means that the 9-3 convertible is something of a leftfield choice these days, but it's still handsome enough to The Saab 9-3 Convertible upholds a long, and indeed lucrative, tradition of fine Saab drop tops. This time around, however, it has enough about it to satisfy the more serious driver as well as those just looking to enjoy four-seat open top motoring. Saab 9-3 2002-2011 review 6 Minor tweaks both simplify and improve the 9-3. Likeable, but lagging behind by Matt Prior 9 August 2011 Follow @matty_prior Share How we test cars Yes, yes, I Excellent crash test rating. A lot of convertible for your money. A 3 Series convertible offers a sharper drive. Oil change is recommended every 5k miles on 4-cylinder Saab petrol engines. Insurance Groups are between 25-39. My 2003 Saab 9-3 Convertible is a very reliable, comfortable, well-built automobile. Power from the turbo-charged 2.0 liter 4 is outstanding, as is the gas mileage - 20 mpg city, 28 highway. The base price for the 2006 Saab 9-3 2.0T Convertible is $36,500. Our test car was optioned with Fusion Blue Metallic paint, Sentronic automatic transmission, front heated seats, headlamp washers GoJvL.

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