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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2006 Saab 9-3 Convertible
  • The CURT Trailer Hitch, # 11326, is designed to fit the 2006 Saab 9-3 convertible and sedan models. CURT Trailer Hitch # 11415 is designed to fit SportCombi models with single exhaust. Since you have a convertible model, you will want to go with the first one, # 11326. I have included a link to the installation instructions for this hitch and a link to a video showing a typical installation for you. The hitch comes with a ball mount, hitch pin, and clip. For a ball, use # 19256 (1-7/8...
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  • Trailer Hitch Fit Recommendation for 2006 Saab 9-3 SportCombi Wagon
  • For your 2006 Saab 9-3 SportCombi (wagon) the correct hitch is the Curt part # C11415 which is a confirmed fit.
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  • Which Curt Hitch Fits 2009 Saab Aero X with Dual Exhaust
  • Yes the Curt hitch part # C11140 does fit your 2009 Saab 9-3 Aero X with dual exhaust.
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  • Two-Bike Trunk Mount Bike Carrier Recommendations for a 2004 Saab 9-3 Convertible
  • We have many 2-bike trunk mount carriers that will fit your man's 2004 Saab 9-3 convertible. For a solid carrier that is well made and won't break the bank I recommend the Thule Passage # TH910XT. It secures to the vehicle using 6 straps and it includes anti-sway cradles. If you want something that is really going to blow him away I recommend the OutWay # TH45JV. This is by far the best trunk mount bike carrier I have used. It attaches to the vehicle using only 2 rubber coated straps so...
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  • Trailer Hitch for 2003 Saab 9-3 for Carrying Thule T2 XT
  • We actually only have a hitch for the 2003 Saab 9-3 between the two vehicles you mentioned with the part # C11326. Hopefully your version of the Thule T2 Pro is the one for the 1-1/4 inch size like part # TH23JV since there isn't a 2 inch hitch that fits your vehicle.
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  • Trunk Mount Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2006 Saab 9-3 Aero Convertible
  • We have a number of trunk mount bike rack available for your 2006 Saab 9-3 Aero convertible. I have attached a link to all of the compatible bike racks for you to check out. Of the available bike racks, I recommend looking at the Hollywood Racks Expedition 2 Bike Rack, # HRF6-2. Hollywood Racks is known for making bike racks that accommodate special vehicle features such as convertible tops and spoilers. If you plan on carrying any women's, children's or alternative frame bikes, I recommend...
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  • Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2006 Saab 9-3 Convertible
  • Yes, the Hollywood Rack Trunk Rack Express 3 # HRE3 that you referenced has been confirmed as a fit for the 2006 Saab 9-3 convertible so I would recommend it for you. Check out the review videos I attached for more info as well. If you plan on carrying any women's or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Swagman Easy-Out Women's and Alternative Frame Bike Adapter # 64005 to provide a horizontal top tube on your bikes to provide...
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  • Is the Thule Helium Aero Bike Rack Rust Proof and as Stable as Platform Bike Racks
  • The Thule Helium Aero, # TH9042PRO, features built-in anti-rattle and anti-sway cradles with road dampening technology so once properly installed and loaded it will be on par in terms of stability with platform style racks. Since the bike rack is made of aluminum and automotive grade plastics corrosion will not be nearly as much of an issue as it is with steel racks. Some of the internal components may be susceptible though. I recommend hosing off the rack with fresh water before storing...
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  • Platform Bike Rack for Class I Hitch Recommendation Similar to Swagman Semi 2.0
  • I have a similar bike rack to the Swagman Semi 2.0 part # S64686 that you referenced that is Class I compatible but you are correct this only fits Class II and up hitches. The Thule T2 Pro XTR part # TH23JV is what the Semi was designed after and is Class I compatible and by many is considered a gold standard for bike racks. It's also priced nearly identical. This would be the best choice for sure. I attached a review video for this rack for you to check out as well.
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  • Can 2001 Saab 9-3 be Flat Towed
  • Based on my research, the 2001 Saab is not designed to be flat towed behind an RV or motorhome. Doing this may cause damage to the vehicle. The only recommended way to tow your 2001 Saab 9-3 is with a Tow Dolly like the Roadmaster # RM-2050-1.
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  • Availability of Trailer Hitch that Fits a 2007 Saab 9.3 Convertible
  • Yes, the Curt hitch part # C11326 is a fit for your 2007 Saab 9.3 convertible and would be a great option. It's a Class I hitch with a 1-1/4 inch opening. I attached an install video for the hitch for you to check out as well. The price is available at the product link below.
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  • Recommended Square Bar Roof Rack Mounts For Ski and Snowboard Rack for 2007 Saab 9-3
  • For your 2007 Saab 9-3 with factory rails, I recommend the Evo Raised Rail Feet for Thule Crossbars - Factory Raised Rails - Qty 4 # TH710401 which is compatible with the bars you mentioned, that are often simply referred to as square bars even though they are rectangular by measurement. I also recommend the Thule One-Key System Lock Cylinders - Qty 4 # TH450400 for increased security. The manufacturer suggests using 50 inch bars which have been discontinued with this system. You can...
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  • Trailer Hitch Fit for a 2006 Saab 9-3 Convertible
  • The only trailer hitch option for a 2006 Saab 9-3 Convertible is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C11326 so long as you don't have the SportCombi package or dual exhaust. If you do have both a convertible with SportCombi package or convertible with dual exhaust then there are no trailer hitch options available unfortunately. The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver has a 1-1/4" receiver tube opening and is a bolt-on fit with no drilling required. The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver will work...
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2003 Saab 9-3 Convertible
  • The Curt Hitch part # C11326 is listed as a fit for your 2003 Saab 9-3 convertible unless it is the SportCombi model or unless it has dual exhaust. For trailer wiring you would the part # C59496. For a ball mount part # 36053 and then for a 2 inch ball # 19258 or 1-7/8 inch ball # 19256.
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  • Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendations for 2007 Saab 9-3 Sedan
  • According to our friends at Curt, for the 2007 Saab 9-3 4dr Sedan, you would use the Class I Receiver Hitch part # 11326. The # C11140 hitch will only fit the SportCombi (wagon) models. If you will be occasionally transporting your bikes for short distances, the Rhode Gear # RG8015220 rack would be a fine choice. However, the lack of anti-sway cradles and the rather insubstantial hook and loop fasteners that hold the bikes into the cradles would make this rack unsuitable for frequent use...
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  • Hitch Recommendation for a 2008 Saab 9-3 with Dual Exhaust
  • The Curt Hitch part # C11140 would be the correct hitch for your 2008 Saab 9-3 with dual exhaust. I checked with Curt to confirm this. If you plan on doing some towing you would want the part # 119179KIT for trailer wiring, # C45521 for a ball mount, # 19256 for a 1-7/8 inch hitch ball, # 19258 for a 2 inch ball. Or for a bike rack the Swagman XTC # S64670 is a great rack. This is one of our most popular racks with our customers. It is a great rack at a great price that has a ton of...
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  • Trunk Mount Bike Rack Recommendation For 2003 Saab 9-3 Convertible
  • We have several trunk-mount bike racks that are designed to fit your 2003 Saab 9-3 convertible. One of the best bike racks I recommend is the Thule OutWay 2 Bike Rack, part # T45JV. This bike rack has rubber-coated straps that let you raise your trunk or hatch without removing it from your vehicle. The cable lock with the One Key System secures the bikes to the rack helping deter theft. This rack folds flat when not being used for easy storage. It has a capacity of 2 bikes and a total...
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  • Replacement Thule Fit Kit Recommendation for 2008 Saab 9-3 for Thule Aeroblade Roof Rack
  • Thule doesn't offer replacement parts for their fit kits like the part # THKIT3065 which is the correct kit to use on your 2008 Saab 9-3 with the bars # TH7601B-TH7602B. The reason they give us is that they get the kits directly from Sweden pre-assembled so they can't split them up for replacement parts. So you'd have to order a new fit kit then. The part you mentioned is actually for a bike rack so it wouldn't work at all.
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  • Roof Rack Recommendation for a 2001 Saab 9-3
  • The Rhino Rack roof rack that consists of part numbers # RRVA118B-2, # RRRLKVA, and # DK143 has been confirmed as a fit for your 2001 Sab 9-3 so it would work well for you. All you would need is these two parts to complete the rack.
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  • 3-Bike Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for 2002 SAAB 9-3 Convertible
  • For an excellent three bike rack confirmed to for your 2002 Saab 9-3 Convertible we offer the Yakima HangOut 3 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms - Item # Y02638 which would be an excellent option. This rack will mount securely to your vehicle and would allow you to carry all three of your bikes. Check out the review video I attached for more info. Since you plan on carrying womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing...
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