Avoid the car at all costs.
First, visability on a bright day is a major issue. The design of the windshield and dashboard lead to signifcant relfections that at best distract the driver and at worst blind them. Night time vision is fine.
Second, the ride. The car may have been tested on the race tracks of Germany; however, it wasn't tested on the city streets of major American cities. Make sure you are tightly strapped in with your seatbelts because the bumps of city streets could cause you to hit the ceiling.
Within 24 hours of purchase, I requested a return of my Oldsmobile Intrigue, whose ride was much better in the city along with a refund of cash paid. A got a verbal NO from the dealer but no response to a dealer.
A formal complaint on the visibility issue is being filed with the Highway Safety and Comsumer Product Safety agencies.
Again, safe yourself a lot of grief. Look elsewhere for your next car.
Also considered:
2002 Saab 9-5
Vehicle purchased:
2003 Cadillac CTS
About This Reviewer...
Email address:
alan51462@aol.com
Location:
Bethesda, Maryland
Other vehicles owned:
None
Review submitted:
September 30, 2002
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