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2000 Saab 9-3 Convertible, Very Good Condition With 53000+ Original Miles on 2040-cars

US $6,400.00
Year:2000 Mileage:53150 Color: Silver with black trim /
 Silver
Location:

Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, United States

Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:2.0L-16V, 4-CYLINDER, FUEL INJECTION, TURBOCHARGE
Fuel Type:Regular/Unleaded
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: YS3DD78H2Y7007911 Year: 2000
Number of Cylinders: 4-Cylinders
Make: Saab
Model: 9-3
Trim: Convertible 2 door
Options: CD Player, Convertible
Drive Type: 4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbags
Mileage: 53,150
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: Silver with black trim
Interior Color: Silver
Condition: UsedA vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections.Seller Notes:"I bought this SAAB locally in 2003 as a "certified pre-owned" vehicle when it had a little more than 42,000 miles on it. Hardly used it over the last 10 years.. and now with a little more than 53,000 miles ... never in any accident, a few scratches on the exterior, otherwise paint is real good, no rust... However, have had several "nagging" issues SAAB affectionados will understand - mostly computer display issues. For instance, I get a message saying to check the "soft cover".. I have checked it many, many, many times but there seems to be nothing wrong it and convertible top is in good condition and operates OK. I also get a display light that comes on to check the engine. I and mechanics have checked it but the issues are seemingly minor which I will share with you. Computer information pixels showing time,mileage, etc simply disappear from view. If you "Google" these problems, these seem to be historical with SAAB, universal and explained ...."

SAAB lovers, this car is for you!!! My CLASSIC convertible has been well taken care and garaged during the 10 year period I have had it. I will sell the car for $6000. (I paid $15,000 for it with 42,000 miles on it. During the 10 years I have had it I only put 11,000 miles on it. It is now showing a little more than 53,000 miles on the odometer.) Now asking $6000. Negotiable? Yes!

Still interested? Read on please...............

It runs smooth, and powerful, and since I am a non-smoker there are no smoking smells inside. It's built solid and an original Swedish design. The turbo mechanism spools up nicely and feels like a jet when you speed up. This vehiclenshould last for many more years to come.  

 I bought this SAAB locally in 2003 as a "certified pre-owned" vehicle when it had a little more than 42,000 miles on it. Hardly used it over the last 10 years.. and now with a little more than 53,000 miles ... never in any accident, a few scratches on the exterior, otherwise paint is real good, no rust... super solid, been garaged with weekly driveabouts around town...

SAAB affectionados will understand this. Sadly, the SAAB company has been sold off and presently not operating. Amazingly, they sure built great cars and this vehicle is one of them, so I am not sure why this event happened.

However, in all honesty SAAB vehicles, including this one historically have had several "nagging" issues - mostly computer display issues. For instance, I get a message saying to check the "soft cover".. I have checked it many, many, many times but there seems to be nothing wrong it and convertible top is in good condition and operates OK. I also get a display light that comes on to check the engine. I and mechanics have checked it but the issues are seemingly minor which I will share with you. Computer information pixels showing time,mileage, etc simply disappear from view. If you "Google" these problems, these seem to be universal and explained ....
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So, do you want it?
I accept cash only and/or will deal with a bank in the Charleston SC area. You or your rep can bring the cash or we can go to the bank together and get the cash. No scammer please. In other words, no Paypal, no certified checks, etc. No one buys a car unseen and unchecked. No BS.  

If you are really interested in my SAAB, and want a good car, you will need to be "real" and "honest" as I  am and will be with you. If you leave me your phone number, I will call you back.
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A few specifications about the car:
Number of Cylinders: 4
Transmission: Automatic
Model: 9-3
Body Type:Convertible
Base Convertible 2-Door
Vehicle Title: Clear
Engine: 2.0L-16V, 4-CYLINDER, FUEL INJECTION, TURBOCHARGER
Options: CD Player, Convertible
Drive Type: 4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbags
Mileage: 53,000
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: Silver with black trim
Fuel Type: Regular/Unleaded
Interior Color: Silver
For Sale By:Private Seller

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