The Impending Demise of Saab Has Made me an M3 Owner!

zznalg · Sun, Feb-22-2009, 10:11:57 PM

Unbelievable car!!! It's almost like it's alive. And the vert..... I Love It!! I posted a thread a week or so ago questioning what the vert is like. Many said it is like a 4 wheeled motorcycle. That is true. It is an absolute blast in the full-on sun.

A friend and I took it for a curvy back-road high speed spin this afternoon. I went back and did it again later today. The car is incredible. It handles like it's on rails. It just kept taking what I was dishing out without skipping a beat. It powered through curves, surgically cut the corners, relished in pouring out power and made the most deliciously beastly noises. All while keeping me comfortable and styling. I can't imagine a 911 vert will do much more than this. And my car is bone stock. Not missing the Saab much today...

MPOWERD · Sun, Feb-22-2009, 11:33:56 PM

Welcome to Vert World!

Watchout for the trunk not being fully closed as well, if it isnt fully latched the top wont come up or fold down!

is95a · Mon, Feb-23-2009, 02:09:13 AM

I have had my '06 vert for about 6 months, and had often considered a Saab 9-3 convertible as a more "practical/inexpensive" option...Glad we both came to our senses!

vancouverM46 · Mon, Feb-23-2009, 02:22:22 AM

yeah welcome to the vert fam! its definitely a great car! cnt wait till summertime!!

STooch · Mon, Feb-23-2009, 02:33:07 AM

lol. people stereotype bmw drivers as douche bags but to be honest i have such a huge smile on my face the entire time and in such good mood that im actually extra nice and courteous. hahaha. what a dumb stereotype. Love the convertable too. i had doubts at first but one topless drive and its not even a question anymore.

zznalg · Mon, Feb-23-2009, 02:51:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by STooch

lol. people stereotype bmw drivers as douche bags but to be honest i have such a huge smile on my face the entire time and in such good mood that im actually extra nice and courteous. hahaha. what a dumb stereotype.

Great point!!

Sun, Feb-22-2009, 11:33:56 PM	#12
MPOWERD Mod Hound! Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 10,724 In the garage: '03 BMW M3 Convertible Reputation: 0 Location: Texas	Welcome to Vert World! Watchout for the trunk not being fully closed as well, if it isnt fully latched the top wont come up or fold down! __________________ 2003.5 e46 ///M 3 TiAg Cabriolet SMG II... <> CSL Carbon Fiber Intake w/MAF, Brembo Gran Turismo, Euro Headers & Cats, K&N 69, Radenergie Carbon Fiber Strutbar <> EAS Carbon Fiber Kidney Grills, Carbon Fiber Fender Grills, SMG Carbon Fiber Paddles, Vorsteiner 2 Sided CF VCSL Boot <> EAS Slvr Carbon Fiber Interior Trim, Blk Carbon Fiber SMG Dome, Carbon Fiber Console, & Blk/Slvr Steering Wheel Trim <> EAS Carbon Fiber Engine Bay, Vorsteiner Carbon Fiber Valve Cover, RPI Intake Scoops, CarPC w/Nav/MP3/HD Radio/TV <> Eisenmann Race Exhaust, Supersprint X-Pipe with Resonator, Ekarbon 1/2 Carbon Fiber Diffuser, DEPO Smoked Corners <> 19x8.5 19x9.5 VMR V710s in HyperSilver, Painted Corner Reflectors, EAS Carbon Fiber Emblems, Carbon Fiber Hood Vent <> Slvr CF Pedals, OEM 2-Tone Hardtop, Windscreen, & Alarm, 6K Headlights & HID Fogs, Blk Carbon Fiber Headlight Trim

Mon, Feb-23-2009, 02:09:13 AM	#13
is95a Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 40 Reputation: 0	Congrats! I have had my '06 vert for about 6 months, and had often considered a Saab 9-3 convertible as a more "practical/inexpensive" option...Glad we both came to our senses!

Mon, Feb-23-2009, 02:22:22 AM	#14
vancouverM46 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 476 Reputation: 0	yeah welcome to the vert fam! its definitely a great car! cnt wait till summertime!! __________________ 2005 m3 6sp vert

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Sun, Feb-22-2009, 10:11:57 PM	#11
zznalg Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 16 Reputation: 0	Unbelievable car!!! It's almost like it's alive. And the vert..... I Love It!! I posted a thread a week or so ago questioning what the vert is like. Many said it is like a 4 wheeled motorcycle. That is true. It is an absolute blast in the full-on sun. A friend and I took it for a curvy back-road high speed spin this afternoon. I went back and did it again later today. The car is incredible. It handles like it's on rails. It just kept taking what I was dishing out without skipping a beat. It powered through curves, surgically cut the corners, relished in pouring out power and made the most deliciously beastly noises. All while keeping me comfortable and styling. I can't imagine a 911 vert will do much more than this. And my car is bone stock. Not missing the Saab much today...

Mon, Feb-23-2009, 02:33:07 AM	#15
STooch Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 108 Reputation: 0	lol. people stereotype bmw drivers as douche bags but to be honest i have such a huge smile on my face the entire time and in such good mood that im actually extra nice and courteous. hahaha. what a dumb stereotype. Love the convertable too. i had doubts at first but one topless drive and its not even a question anymore.