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2003 Saab 9-3 Vector Limited Edition 6 Speed Manual on 2040-cars

Year:2003 Mileage:94500
Location:

Kent, Ohio, United States

Kent, Ohio, United States
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Up for sale is my beautiful 2003 Saab 9­3 Vector Limited Edition 6 speed manual. This is a rare car to find with all of these options and combinations. The vector was only made in 2003. Saab came out with the aero in 2004 and beyond. Approx. 94k miles. It is in immaculate condition and always babied; never abused. I am the 3rd owner. Clutch is great, no slipping. Everything in it is up­to­date. Runs, drives, and handles great. Never driven in the winter. No rust. I drove the car to florida last year and had no problems whatsoever. It is extremely comfortable. I drove 550 miles on a 16.4 gallon tank at 70mph cruise control (great on gas, approx. 34mpg). This version of the car has the high output (HO) turbo. It is basically fully loaded except for navigation. Includes premium, and winter package. It has enough power to please you, but not overwhelming. They are known for frugal but powerful engines, and very high safety ratings. It is rated at 210 hp, but currently is running around 225 thanks to small but subtle tweaks (described under "modifications"). Clean title in hand. 


Options:

­ Self-­leveling headlights
­ Reverse parking assist
­ Upgraded sports suspension
­ 17 inch premium aero wheels
­ 2 tone white/black leather interior
­ Dual climate zones
­ OnStar
­ Integrated phone
­ Bluetooth
­ Power windows (All 4 are automatic up and down)
­ 3 memory modes for driver's seat and mirrors
­ Walk me home headlight security
­ Alarm (Also notices you when alarm was last triggered)
­ Retractable power mirrors
­ Premium sound system with 2 sub woofers and tweeters
­ Fully customizable SID computer unit (Including rear defroster, climate zones, wipers, oil quality, speedometer, and much more) ­ Automatic wipers
­ Heated headlight pressure washers
­ Night panel option (turns off all unnecessary gauges during night driving)
­ Built in turbo gauge
­ Slid and tilt sun roof
Full tilt electronic steering wheel with control buttons (volume, channel, bluetooth, call, etc.)
Bi­Xenon headlights
Front and rear fog lights
2 high beam options
Power and heated front seats
Air conditioned glove box and center console
Radio with AM, FM, TP (electronic cable), and satellite option ­ 6 cd mp3 player
Aux input
Extra accessory mount next to e­brake
Extra storage in rear arm rest
Spacious trunk with protective rubber mat
Rear spoiler (OEM)
Reading and main overhead lights front and rear
& more, I'm sure I'm forgetting a few options


Maintenance:

  • Oil changed every 3k miles with Mobil 1 Full Synthetic 0w­40 Economy (for gas mileage) ­ Added fuel injector cleaner to gas tank once per month
  • Always used premium 93 Octane Gasoline
  • Washed and detailed often
  • Topped off all fluids
  • New rear brakes
  • Tires are low profile sports tires. (Goodyear front tires are about 50%; Pirelli rear tires are about 35% (Tires will last at least another 6 months) ­ Check valve replaced (receipt included)
  • SAI gasket replaced (receipt included)
  • Fresh alignment on May 4th, 2014 (receipt included)
  • All original manuals included


Modifications:
      • Slightly tightened wastegate for a little extra boost.
      • Full oval tip catback exhaust with lifetime warranty on installment labor; sounds really good (deep and throaty, not too loud) (receipt included) ­ 20% tint on all 4 windows, rear windshield, and sunroof with lifetime warranty (receipt included).
      • 10 inch air intake.

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The bad:

    • Small dent in hood (not too noticeable, can be fixed with suction cup).
    • Very small portion of driver's side quarter panel had a small dent (noted on CARFAX) and was not painted professionally (also not very noticeable as you can see in the pictures).
    • Lower front bumper lip missing and lower plastic grill partially cracked from running over a mattress in the road (not very noticeable; you can get the lip from a parts car anywhere on craigslist; not expensive).
    • Will need a new passenger side window motor (can find them on ebay for under $50).


Shipping and payment


Deposit due within 48 hours of auction ending. Once full payment has been received, you can pick up or have a shipping company deliver the car. 

I can help you arrange the shipping if needed, if you have any questions don't hesitate to ask.  

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