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The newer 9-3 (often called 9-3SS) is a good example of why Saab is no more. It was built on the GM Epsilon platform, and shared many parts with Opel. There was no hatchback available, and instead of the bulletproof B series of Saab developed turbo 4-cylinders was instead stuck with a GM Ecotech. They are overly complicated and unreliable, I would run like hell.
The 9-5 is a good car, and retains the better Saab developed B motor. Even better are the hatchback Saabs, like the 900, 9000, NG900, and 9-3 hatchback. They are either true Saab or more Saab than GM, and retain the unique character and excellent build quality that made Saab popular. I had a NG900 and a 9000 Aero, both were fantastic cars.
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‘07 Mazda RX8
Past: 911T, 911SC, Carrera, 951s, 955, 996s, 987s, 986s, 997s, BMW 5x, C36, C63, XJR, S8, Maserati Coupe, GT500, etc
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