
The General's favorite Swedes are approaching go time for their de-topped version of the new 9-3. But some joker with a digicam has apparently uncovered a proto-production model in country. The most noticeable difference is of course that new face, lifted wholesale from the company's Aero X concept, first shown at the 2006 Geneva auto show. And judging from the, er, aero kit, it's likely the Aero trim level. Natch. [Thanks to Dennis for the tip.]
Nya 9-3.... Facelift??? [Saab Turbo Club via GM Inside News]
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Comments
Clear brake lights? Are you serious?
Ees nice, I lyke. Saab makes sexy time.
Born from jets...styled by cross eyed Vikings?
Maybe Trollhattan is like GM's design gulag, because it looks like maybe the folks responsible for the Aztek are back in business.
Did GM hire new designers? I can't believe they made something that actually looks nice.
Nice facelift. Now for the lipo and "enhancements."
That sleek, aggressive front end kinda makes the rest of the car look small and dumpy, doesn't it? Rear view looks like it's rollin' on 4's.
I guess we'd call that "splitting public opinion" then?
What message is Saab sending with the triple windshield washers?
"Our competitors are satsified with giving you the minimum in windshield washing equipment, but we at Saab know you want more."
Saab dealer: "No need to look UNDER the hood to tell this baby has power, sir. It's all right there in front of you."
"The next time you accidentally spray the windshield with the top down, the Saab-exclusive center sprayer ensures that not only you, but your back seat passengers as well, get showered in cat piss-scented ammonia."
I guess I should get back to work.
They've had triple washer spray washers for years (at least 7).
Don't ask me why.
the front facia redesign is a HUGE improvement. i'm looking forward to the "black turbo" AWD version of the 9-3 sportcombi. hopefully, this is a sign of continuing good news from saab ... i really want to have a reason to unconditionally love the brand again.
the clear taillights are quite JDM. I hope they change that to clear/red or something, because it does not look good.
I hope it burns corn.
These Saabs just keep geting wronger and wronger. I blame the GM effect, of course.
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