Comments on: Saturday Night Snippets

By: PT

PT — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 05:26:32 +0000

And the winner is……….the 93. I found out that it still has 18 months of SAAB warranty and that was the clincher for us. Newer, safer car with warranty beats older, safe car with minimal warranty cover.

Thanks to everyone for their advice – we have read it and discussed deeply – and especially to Ferd, Turbin, Swade & Lance here at T-Saab. Special mention to Peter at Heartland Saab Parramatta. Even though this car wasn’t his sale, nor was I really a contender for a new car, it was an ex-demonstrator from their fleet and he was happy to provide information and background about it. Appreciated and maybe next time it’ll be a new one.

Now, where’s the phone number for BSR…………..

By: kdsaab

kdsaab — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 05:14:24 +0000

I say go with the 9-3 unless you need the space, otherwise the 9-5 wins

The 9-3 in question, if it is the one shown, was originally sold buy our dealership 4 months ago, and just traded last week when the gent who bought it upgraded to a new 08 with the Saab Exchange Program.

By: ColorCode252

ColorCode252 — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 23:44:36 +0000

SW – nice pad, appears to be a very comfy couch, a very nice view.

By: Lance Cole (Author)

Lance Cole (Author) — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 22:31:17 +0000

Crotichy old man here. Not sure how to take that Andy! Swade assures me that my writing is mature – that is what you meant wasn’t it….Anyway- I am much older than i look in that photo and am enjoying being a grumpy old man.

Tasmania is stunning- Scotland, Africa, Australia, all rolled into one.

Swade and his mates are Saab nuts through and through and we are having great fun.

By: Bruce

Bruce — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 02:56:59 +0000

If adults will regularly travel in the rear seat, especially 6-footers or for longer distances, it’s the 9-5.

By: Arnold

Arnold — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 23:51:56 +0000

I have quite a lot of Saab literature, but not the Book on the 99 and 900 of Lance Cole. Anyone have one for sale?

By: Markac

Markac — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 22:28:18 +0000

Go with the 9-5. It just has a bit more character.

By: PT

PT — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 21:53:52 +0000

Thanks for the thoughts on the 93 vs 95 everyone. Its not a bad problem to have – both cars seem pretty sweet. Will keep you posted.

Sounds like a brilliant day you blokes will have down there. Ahhh the simple life of itinerant car tragics…..

By: Hawkeye

Hawkeye — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 21:26:18 +0000

Hi Lance, good to meet you back in Sydney. Looking forward to getting together on your return trip.
Sounds like you guys have a great day ahead. Enjoy!

By: Bernard

Bernard — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 20:28:14 +0000

Swade,

Make sure you pressure Lance into writing a follow-up to his 99/900 book.

It’s a great book, and I would love to read about the birth of the 9000, NG900, 9-3 and 9-5. I’m sure that most of the key players are still around and willing to talk.

Lance,

As I wrote above, I loved the book. It really made me realize that the things I love about my Saab, and some of the oddities, did not happen by accident. I had an “aha!” moment every few pages when I found out why Saab CV joints last many times longer than other makes, or why the steel is so thick, or why the design of the A pillars is so complex. It really made me appreciate all of the little details in my car.