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SAAB 9-3 Aero 2,0 — 2002

The final true Aero from Trollhättan in every sense of the model’s heritage. Presented in well-cared-for condition, with a low mileage of just under 45,000 kilometers, few owners, and a strong documented service history.

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Lot Number
19227
Location
Torslanda

Estimated value
150 - 180 000 SEK
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"An appealing model with an emerging youngtimer aura, further enhanced by the uniquely distinctive status the Saab brand holds today."

Description

It was delivered by Bilcenter in Nyköping to its first true private owner in September 2003. According to the registration records, the car was first put into service in May 2002, suggesting that it may initially have served as some form of demonstrator vehicle.

In any case, the private owner used the car very sparingly between 2003 and 2024. Every scheduled service up until 2023 was carried out by the very same dealership that originally delivered the car new. There is a notably long time span between the first and second service entries in the service book, and between 2003 and 2016 the car covered no more than 9,880 kilometers.

The current owner has had the car for less than a year, but during that time has carefully addressed a number of small details, transforming it into a particularly well-kept and appealing millennium-era Aero. Recently — somewhat unexpectedly — he managed to acquire his dream car, a BMW E28 535i, which will now receive his full attention. As a result, he is temporarily leaving the Saab camp behind.

The Aero most recently passed its inspection on April 30, 2026.
Carfax Free history (32)

Technical data

Year
2002/2002
Registration date
2002-05-02
Mileage
44 219 km
Registration Number
THX518
Chassis Number
YS3DG55K822041125
Kw / hp
151 / 205
Fuel Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manual
Interior finish
Vinyl
Colour
Light Grey

Condition

  • Mechanical condition

    Classic turbo surge delivered in the unmistakably satisfying Saab manner, with lively and responsive engine performance. The gearbox, brakes, and chassis all complement the driving experience perfectly. The engine bay is clean and well presented. From the catalytic converter rearwards, the car is fitted with a stainless steel exhaust system from Ferrita.

  • Interior condition

    The interior is in fine, fresh condition, with supple leather that still feels soft and inviting. There is only minimal wear visible on the driver’s seat from entering and exiting the car.

    The owner has taken great care to source a correct new carbon-fiber trim panel around the instrument cluster, matching the specification the car had when delivered new. The steering wheel, controls, door panels, and headliner are all in very good condition.

    Somewhat surprisingly, the Saab emblem in the center of the steering wheel has been worn smooth to bare metal — although it is possible that a previous owner actually preferred the polished metallic look rather than the original colored emblem.

  • Exterior condition

    The exterior presents very well, featuring a fine original paint finish. The owner has also recently sourced a correct undamaged Aero side molding in the proper grey plastic finish for the left rear door. In the photographs, a black molding is fitted, but this has now been replaced with the correct grey one.

    The car is fitted with excellent original Aero alloy wheels in undamaged condition, mounted with newer Pirelli Powergy tires from 2024.

  • General condition

    A clean, well-kept example with attention paid to the details, only showing the occasional minor imperfection, and accompanied by documentation in excellent order. This is very much how one hopes to find a final-generation 2.0-liter Aero.

MOT (tech. insp.)

Fordonsstatus: Avst 2025-10-22
Ursprungsbesiktning: 2002-04-24 (EEG)
Datum i trafik första gången: 2002-05-02
Senast godkända besiktning: 2026-04-30
Besiktigad tom: 2027-06-30
Årsskatt: 2670 Kr
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 8

Facts about the model

2002 marked the first model year of the Saab 9-3 Aero 2.0. It carried forward Saab’s all-important turbocharged heritage with an engine producing 210 horsepower and an impressive maximum torque figure of 280 Nm. The model became highly appreciated among the brand’s performance enthusiasts, while also proving popular with everyday buyers who had a passion for Saab.

The model remained in production all the way to the end as a 2012 model year car, before the company’s bankruptcy brought Saab’s story to a close at the end of 2011.

Location and viewing Information

Location: Torslanda

For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:

Peter Sundfeldt
+46 705-38 80 22
peter@bilwebauctions.se

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Collection must take place before: 2026-06-10.

NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.

Auction information

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