Ah, thanks for the replies!

My problem still lies with exporting the SMS in the first place. I'm using Nokia Suite (and I've tried PC Link), and it sees my device, but can't seem to ever sync the messages. I know that there have been compatibility issues with the N9 and Nokia Suite, so is it a problem with my device or Nokia Suite?

Or is there an alternative solution?

EDIT: Might have found a solution thanks to wwwjfy and you guys. I will attempt to export to a *.csv file, and then import said file (using one of the above apps) into my new phone when it comes in within the next few weeks. I will update with the results. Hopefully it'll keep the messaging structure intact and in the right order. (e.g., me, me, you,me, you,you) wwwjfy's app does not have headers though, not sure if that's an issue.