The Saab Sonett has roots dating back to the mid-fifties, with manufacturing beginning in 1955 and running through 1957 for the first go-round, but it took a several-year hiatus before returning to the market again in 1968 with production… more»
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Jun 18, 2023 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Hot Hatch: 1990 Saab 900 SPG Turbo
Among the laundry list of different makes of autos I’ve either owned or taken more than a moderate interest in over the years, a brand that’s frequently piqued my curiosity but I’ve never seriously pursued is the Saab, and… more»
Jun 6, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Garage Find Swede: 1988 Saab 9000
Here in New England, there are two brands with a surprising amount of relevance despite being non-existent or a shell of their former selves: Saab and Volvo. The former is obviously a defunct brand, but you wouldn’t know it… more»
May 24, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Mysterious Swede: 1969 Saab 96
I can’t imagine a vehicle today being made for two decades with basically no changes in the body style at all, other than minor tweaks with headlights or trim, etc. The seller posted it here on craigslist just north… more»
May 16, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Well Maintained Turbo: 1989 Saab 900 SPG
The classic Saab 900 is a fast-appreciating model from the halcyon days of the 1980s. The uniquely Swedish design combined a racy profile with front-wheel drive and a warm embrace of turbocharged powerplants. The 900 Turbo is most desired… more»
May 3, 2023 • For Sale • 33 Comments
1 of 600? 1960 Saab 93F
Rare in 1960 and incredibly rare today, this 1960 Saab 93F is reportedly one of only around 600 made in its final year of production. We don’t know exactly how many are left but if you’re a Saab fan(atic)… more»
Apr 22, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Nicest Professor’s Car Left? 1986 Saab 900S
They (whoever they is) always say to buy the nicest vehicle you can find, it’s much cheaper than restoring a clunker with an inexpensive asking price. This 1986 Saab 900S may be the nicest one left, and the seller… more»
Mar 24, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
The Saab Collectors Overlook: 1969 Saab 99
Everyone is familiar with the Saab 96, 900, 9000, and the unique Sonnett. However, the company also produced a very good, and larger, vehicle to share the showroom with the 96 called the Saab 99. Many were produced but… more»
Feb 9, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Sweet Swede Survivor: 1990 Saab 900 S
The Saab 900 was an evolution of the Saab 99, which was an evolution of the Saab 90. The company made the 900 for two decades, beginning in the spring of 1978 for the 1979 model year, until 1998,… more»
Feb 3, 2023 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Fiberglass Fun: 1973 Saab Sonett III Project
Hollywood’s weirdest productions occasionally turn into cult classics. So it is with vintage cars – a lucky few models ignite a fervor completely out of proportion to their performance, sales statistics, and popularity at the time. The AMC Pacer,… more»
Jan 24, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Car Lot Oddity: 1974 Saab Sonett III
Saabs have always been known for their handling in winter weather. Being from Sweden, a region not known for its cactuses has its advantages when it comes to engineering a vehicle that performs in the snow. In the sixties… more»
Jan 22, 2023 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Ford V4 Powered: 1972 Saab 96
Quirky drivetrains, odd styling, a rallying background, and a fanbase that seems to love them to the moon and back. That kind of sums up the Saab 96 in a nutshell, which superseded the company’s 93 in 1960. The… more»
Jan 4, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
How Much is Too Much? 1970 Saab Sonnet
Rare cars always have a better chance at being restored, as there is usually a better return on the restorer’s investment. That statement can be translated into the following: a restorer will be able to sell a rarer car… more»
Jan 1, 2023 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Rallying On the Roof: 1968 Saab 96
Some people can do great things when given little, and Saab’s ace rally driver Eric Carlsson certainly did just that. Carlsson took underpowered Saab sedans, like this 1968 Saab 96 for sale on craigslist in Fort Mill, South Carolina,… more»
Dec 21, 2022 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Cheap Fun: 1969 Saab 96 V4
Here on eBay and craigslist is a wonderful example of Saab’s V4, a 1969 Saab 96 sedan. In my short experience with Barn Finds, good deals have been rare, so I’m surprised this car has hung around long enough… more»
Dec 3, 2022 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Ford V4 Power! 1971 Saab Sonett III
Saab of Sweden was an innovative automobile manufacturer with a long history. They built their first car in 1945 and stuck around for nearly 70 years before running out of gas (i.e., money). One of their more interesting machines… more»
