Tag: Saab
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Someone Actually Modified a Saab Sonett III!
Saab Sonetts are fairly rare to begin with, and we love the V4 engine in this one. Rarely, though, do we see one with this level of cosmetic modification. In profile view, it really looks good. You’ll need to judge other angles yourself. From some angles, this looks like an 80s or 90s custom; but…
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OC Fairgrounds Cars and Coffee #1 (August 22, 2015)
Today was the inaugural OC Cars and Coffee event at the Orange County Fairgrounds. The event was certainly a success. There were some issues around getting everyone (C&C exhibitors and spectators in, plus swap meet folks) into the event, but that can be worked out. The Ruby’s Diner food truck was a great touch! The…
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Turbo, Manual, Orphaned Brand Wagon: Saab 9-3 Sportcombi
Maybe you’ve never seen one, but Saab did indeed offer a wagon er- SportCombi variant of the last generation 9-3. This example has a manual transmission mated to its tw-liter, turbocharged I4. This is a Saab, so the front wheels are driven – perhaps the only strike against this car. A turbo V6 was also available, but…
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Low-Mile Saab 99 in the Desert
The Saab 93 and 96 may be what enthusiasts think of when remembering the original Quirky Saabs, but the 1968 Saab 99, the company’s first “executive car” started a styling trend that would last decades. Fear not, as this car still has quirks! The ignition is, of course, on the center console. This car also…
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The first of the Saab Turbos
Here we have a first year Saab 99 Turbo! These are cool cars in general, but what’s great here is that the car appears to be very original, down to the decals and wheels. Click for eBay ad Tuolumne, CA $2,550 with 9 bids and reserve not met These are some of the coolest factory…
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Under 500 made: Saab 9-4X
Saab, the storied marque originally related to the Swedish airplane maker, was a victim of GM. There are rumors the brand might emerge again beyond China, where its new owner resides, but we have yet to see it. The 9-4X was the last new product for Saab and barely made it into production before the…