Saab has been building convertibles for many years but the concept has remained the same - a four-seat soft-top that can be used all the year round. The 9-3 Convertible is the companys most desirable model, helped by its neat styling and understated image. While folding hard-tops are becoming more widespread, the Saabs soft-top still impresses. Its fast acting, opening or closing in twenty seconds and at speeds of up to 20mph, plus it is highly insulated.The 9-3 Convertible was the first car in its class to score five stars in the Euro NCAP crash tests. In addition to the four airbags it also features pop-up roll-over protection should the worst happen while the windscreen surround is massively strong ensuring that it is every bit as safe as the 9-3 Saloon. Deadlocks and an alarm/immobiliser help deter thieves. With the roof down, you lose a fair amount of the boots storage capacity, although you can still squeeze the shopping in. Roof up theres a respectably sized boot as space rises from 258 litres to 352 litres - about the same as a Volkswagen Golf. However, it has no folding rear seats to increase capacity, but models with fabric seats have a waterproof membrane to provide protection should the weather catch you outSaab is seen by many as an alternative to premium makes like BMW and Audi but the interior of the 9-3 Convertible is short of the quality youd expect. Its enveloping, with lots of gadgets and important-looking switches but the layout is rather haphazard with far too many buttons. A mid 2006 facelift simplified the cabin with a clearer look with fewer buttons. The build is good but the finish and materials used arent particularly upmarket, however finding a comfortable driving position is easy thanks to outstandingly supportive seats with plenty of adjustment and a multi-position steering wheel. The 9-3 is able to seat four adults, although rear legroom is tight as youd expect. It can also feel quite gloomy in the rear with the roof up as theres little light and a high window line. On the plus side, wide doors make access easy and Saab seats are some of the best around. The roof is very well insulated against noise and cold weather, but its still not as secure or quiet as convertibles that use a metal-folding roof.There are two good diesel choices - both 1.9-litre engines. The standard TiD version has 150bhp and a 0-62mph time of 10 seconds (identical to the 1.8t) while returning an impressive 48mpg. There is also a twin .Shark fin mobile antenna, 12V Accessory socket, 3 point seatbelts, ABS, Adjustable rear head restraints, Anti submarining Saab safeseats, Body coloured bumpers, Body coloured door handles, Body coloured sill covers, Brake assist function, CargoSET- auto boot expansion linked to hood, Category 1 remote alarm and immobiliser, Centre console storage/coin space/armrest, Cigar lighter, Colour keyed electric heated door mirrors, Comfort Pack - 9-3, Cornering brake control, Diesel particulate filter, Door/boot open warning light, Driver/passenger sunvisors + illuminated mirrors, Driving pack - 9-3, Dual stage driver/passenger airbags, Dual zone Auto Climate Control + cooled glovebox, Electric hood with fully automatic hood cover, Electronic brake force distribution, ESP, Fasten seatbelt reminder, Follow me home headlights, Front and rear electric windows, Front ashtray, Front fog lights, Front seat integrated seatbelts, Front seat mounted side airbags, Hands free phone preparation, Heat absorbing glass, Heated front seats, Height/reach adjustable steering column, Interior light with delay, Load limiters on all seats, Load shift protection in backrest, Metal finish trim, Night panel function, One touch closing windows, PAS, Pollen filter, Profiler system for individual settings, Rear child seat anchorage points, Remote central locking + deadlocks, Remote opening windows and hood, Roll over protection, Saab Active Head Restraints - front, Saab Information Display, Seatbelt pretensioners, Service interval indicator, SPA Saab Parking Assistance, Space saver spare wheel, Sports leather gear knob, Sports Leather steering wheel, Sports seats, Steering wheel mounted audio/telephone controls, Tinted windows, Traction control

Central Locking; Side Airbags; Immobiliser; Electronic Stability Program (ESP); Passenger Airbag; Alarm; V5 Registration Document; Safety Belt Pretensioners; Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS); Electric Windows; Tuning; Power-assisted Steering (PAS); Climate Control

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