Used 2008 Saab 9-3 1.9 TTiD 180 Vector Sport 2dr

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 company's most desirable model, helped by its neat styling and understated image. While folding hard-tops are becoming more widespread, the Saab's soft-top still impresses. It's 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 boot's storage capacity, although you can still squeeze the shopping in. Roof up there's 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 you'd expect. It's 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 aren't 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 you'd expect. It can also feel quite gloomy in the rear with the roof up as