While the Saab Sonett produced from 1970 through 1974 purports to be a Sonett “III”, it’s actually the fourth model made. The series began in 1955 with the launch of a roadster powered by a two-stroke motor, called the… more»
Sonett III
Oct 10, 2023 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Quirky But Lovable: 1974 Saab Sonett III
I’m not really sure why the Saab Sonett III hasn’t achieved a higher level of collectability or price tag among sports car enthusiasts yet, but maybe just the fact that they don’t come around for sale as often as… more»
Jul 18, 2023 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Forty Year Ownership: 1973 Saab Sonett III
The Saab Sonett has quirky, tangled roots. In the mid-1950s, engineer Rolf Mellde proposed a sports car to his employer, teasing Saab with the idea of entering the European racing circuit. But with the company fully engaged in making… more»
Jul 3, 2023 • For Sale • 24 Comments
V4 Ford Power: 1972 Saab Sonett III
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»
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»
Apr 8, 2022 • Auctions • 2 Comments
Cars and Parts: Pair of 1973 Saab Sonetts
The Saab Sonett was a 2-seat sports car built by the Swedish automaker between 1966 and 1974. The last edition of the automobile was the Sonett III which was powered by a 1700-cc V4 engine supplied by Ford. From… more»
Jul 6, 2021 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Sitting 29 Years: 1974 Saab Sonett III
Considering their low production volume relative to other Saab models, it’s amazing how many Sonett IIIs have survived and can still be found for sale. Having only been writing for Barn Finds for a few months, this 1974 Saab… more»
May 22, 2021 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Mellow Yellow: 1974 Saab Sonett III
It is impressive how many Saab Sonett IIIs still come up for sale considering their relatively low production volume when compared to the 96 sedans that they were based on. This 1974 Sonett III is available here on eBay… more»
May 12, 2021 • For Sale • 6 Comments
One-Family-Owned: 1974 Saab Sonett III
The Sonett III was the final iteration of Saab’s fiberglass sports car, and traces its roots back to the six Sonett I roadsters constructed between 1955 and 1957. Officially known as the 94, the original Sonett got its name… more»
Dec 1, 2019 • For Sale • 39 Comments
Project Or Parts? 1974 Saab Sonett III
Some of us have put too much money into the wrong cars. We haven’t started with the best example that we could find and we ended up being way over our heads in restoration costs. I’m wondering whether this… more»
Nov 3, 2019 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Project Or Parts? 1973 Saab Sonett III
When it comes to affordable project cars, they really don’t come much cheaper than this 1973 Saab Sonett III. Hand the seller a mere $400, and you will have for yourself one very interesting car. It is located in… more»
