9-7X Flies to New Heights: Saab Announces Altitude Edition

[TahoeMikeZ71]

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9-7X Flies to New Heights: Saab Announces Altitude Edition




DETROIT - Saab's first-ever SUV is flying to new heights with the 2007 9-7X Altitude Edition. Only 500 of these specially-outfitted SUVs will be available for the 2007 model year, making it a limited edition with very exclusive appeal.
Beyond the extremely rich standard equipment of the 9-7X, the Altitude Edition includes 18" alloy polished wheels, and side assist steps, a rear DVD player, and an exclusive carbon fiber gray metallic paint. The package will be offered at a savings of nearly $1,000 than if the items were ordered individually. The package is available on the six-cylinder 9-7X 4.2i and the 9-7X 5.3I V8 - which will bring the total vehicle price (MSRP, destination charge and Altitude package) to $42,130 and $44,130, respectively.
For 2007, OnStar-equipped 9-7X models will feature a new service called OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation, the first factory-installed, fully-integrated GPS navigation system from OnStar. Turn-by-Turn allows consumers to talk to a live advisor, who in turn sends complete step-by-step directions to customers' vehicles through their OnStar system. Also in 2007, a Tire Pressure Monitoring System becomes standard equipment on the 9-7X, and one new color, Crystal Blue metallic, has been added.
The Saab 9-7X, which debuted in the summer of 2005, brings unique Saab characteristics to the SUV segment, including sophisticated styling inside and out, premium quality and design features, and sporty and fun-to-drive performance. Additionally, this SUV has a high-level of standard equipment, which is offered to consumers at a surprisingly reasonable price.

[Tomko]

Interesting news. It would be nice to see the wheels.

[DuSpinnst]

I like the exclusivity of it, only 500 will be made.

[ctaylorzl1]

wow, only 500, it seems a little too exclusive, especially at a price of under $45k. I love the Saab 9-7x, it is by far the best looking out of all the GMT-360's IMO, the worst being the Rainier(its fugly IMO)

[Butz]

For 2007, OnStar-equipped 9-7X models will feature a new service called OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation, the first factory-installed, fully-integrated GPS navigation system from OnStar. Turn-by-Turn allows consumers to talk to a live advisor, who in turn sends complete step-by-step directions to customers' vehicles through their OnStar system.

what about offering a real navi?

[DuSpinnst]

Originally Posted by Butz

what about offering a real navi?

9-7X has had real Navigation since it came out. Just like the rest of the GMT-360's (well them since at least 2004).

[TahoeMikeZ71]

Originally Posted by ctaylorzl1

wow, only 500, it seems a little too exclusive, especially at a price of under $45k. I love the Saab 9-7x, it is by far the best looking out of all the GMT-360's IMO, the worst being the Rainier(its fugly IMO)

I agree. Ever since the Saab 9-7x came out in '05, I've always thought it was the best looking GMT360 model. Now, it's in a tie for the best one with me as the best one, becasue I also like the TBSS styling.

[Butz]

Originally Posted by DuSpinnst

9-7X has had real Navigation since it came out. Just like the rest of the GMT-360's (well them since at least 2004).

It must of been optional, cuz I never saw a 9-7x with one, and if a navi is avilable why not make it standard instead of offering the turn-by-turn thing.

[DuSpinnst]

Originally Posted by Butz

It must of been optional, cuz I never saw a 9-7x with one, and if a navi is avilable why not make it standard instead of offering the turn-by-turn thing.

The one sitting in my dealer has it on the show room floor. It is a $2000 option though. Probably why many do not have it.

[ctaylorzl1]

Originally Posted by TAHOE LT

I agree. Ever since the Saab 9-7x came out in '05, I've always thought it was the best looking GMT360 model. Now, it's in a tie for the best one with me as the best one, becasue I also like the TBSS styling.

Oh yeah, Me too. I forgot about the Trialblazer SS.

[WhenenRome]

Originally Posted by DuSpinnst

I like the exclusivity of it, only 500 will be made.

Interesting number. In a way, that reminds me of my own Bravada Final 500, which of course there were only 500. (Not to mention the other obvious likenesses!)

[TahoeMikeZ71]

Originally Posted by ctaylorzl1

Oh yeah, Me too. I forgot about the Trialblazer SS.

I also forget about the SS Trailblazer sometimes too.

[TurboSAAB]

Originally Posted by Butz

what about offering a real navi?

It has a really nice nav system that is 90% the same as the Escalade nav!


-Mark
Cadillac- SAAB of Memphis

[cc1999]

I also think 9-7 is the best looking GMT 360, I also like its interior over all the other GMT 360s. I think the born from fighter planes, adds are a bit funny since we all know it came from the Trailblazer and Envoy. But the adds are cool, and I am sure there are allot of people that don't know its a gussied up Chevy.

[lightbrotha2004]

Originally Posted by ctaylorzl1

wow, only 500, it seems a little too exclusive, especially at a price of under $45k. I love the Saab 9-7x, it is by far the best looking out of all the GMT-360's IMO, the worst being the Rainier(its fugly IMO)

I like that they are only doing 500 great for resale value, if u'd ever want to sell such a beaut, but i have to disagree I think the Rainer is the second best looking one after the 9-7x then the TB than Envoy et al. the ugliest version would have to go with the now defunt Bravada.