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Description
Unusually well-preserved and lightly driven Saab coupe. The car was sold new in Växjö and has been driven in the vicinity of Markaryd before being purchased by a Saab collector in Trollhättan in 2020. It is now being sold because he has too many cars. The car is fully serviced and has no notable damage, neither inside nor outside. A chance for the discerning buyer.
Free history (28)
Technical data
Year
1996/1996
Registration date
1996-07-04
Mileage
78000 km
Kw / hp
110 / 150
Fuel Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Interior finish
Textil
Colour
Champagnemet
Condition
-
Mechanical condition
Well-filled service book. Everything is functioning as it should. Surprisingly strong performance from the 2.3 /16v engine with 150 horsepower. No strange noises or vibrations.
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Interior condition
Nice upholstery on the seats, door panels, carpets, and headliner. The dashboard looks good too. No remarks.
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Exterior condition
The body is in great condition with good paint. It has never been in an accident. There are some minor scratches, stone chips, and a few small touch-ups. Nothing conspicuous.
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General condition
The overall impression is fantastic. It evokes a strong desire.
MOT (tech. insp.)
Fordonsstatus: Itrafik 2024-06-04
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1996-06-20 (typbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1996-07-04
Senast godkända besiktning: 2024-06-04
Besiktigad tom: 2025-08-31
Årsskatt: 2199 Kr
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 2
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1996-06-20 (typbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1996-07-04
Senast godkända besiktning: 2024-06-04
Besiktigad tom: 2025-08-31
Årsskatt: 2199 Kr
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 2
Facts about the model
The Saab 9-3 was introduced in 1998 and was produced until the 2002 model year. The first generation Saab 9-3 is based on the second generation Saab 900, which was introduced in the summer of 1993. In fact, the 900 was the first car Saab introduced after General Motors (GM) became a co-owner of Saab Automobile AB.
Externally, the two new models are very similar, and both the Saab 900 NG (New Generation) and the Saab 9-3 OG (Old Generation) could be ordered with 5 doors, as a 3-door coupe, and as a convertible. The body is fundamentally the same and, at the time of production, was the family car in the world with the most torsionally rigid body. This strong structural foundation contributed to good handling and high crash safety. Additionally, the comfort was high, with seats delivering good Saab quality.
For the first time, the legendary Black Panel button was also present on the dashboard, inspired by Saab’s aviation heritage. During night driving, the Black Panel button extinguishes all instrument lighting except the speedometer, allowing the driver to concentrate better on driving.
The low air resistance provided both lower fuel consumption and reduced wind noise. The sleek body shape was ultimately designed by Norwegian-born Einar Johan Hareide, who was then responsible for exterior design at Saab and later became the company’s design chief.
The model designation 9-3 harmonized with the larger 9-5, but the changes were significantly more extensive. The upgrade to the 9-3 OG involved over 1,000 major and minor changes compared to its predecessor, the Saab 900 NG. New bumpers, a new grille, and a relocated license plate on the trunk were perhaps the most visible changes. However, the development also went deeper, with the body’s crash protection becoming even better.
According to the website car.info, there are 17,794 Saab 9-3s left in Sweden, but 1,221 have been scrapped just in the past year. Therefore, it is high time to get your hands on a specimen worth preserving.
Externally, the two new models are very similar, and both the Saab 900 NG (New Generation) and the Saab 9-3 OG (Old Generation) could be ordered with 5 doors, as a 3-door coupe, and as a convertible. The body is fundamentally the same and, at the time of production, was the family car in the world with the most torsionally rigid body. This strong structural foundation contributed to good handling and high crash safety. Additionally, the comfort was high, with seats delivering good Saab quality.
For the first time, the legendary Black Panel button was also present on the dashboard, inspired by Saab’s aviation heritage. During night driving, the Black Panel button extinguishes all instrument lighting except the speedometer, allowing the driver to concentrate better on driving.
The low air resistance provided both lower fuel consumption and reduced wind noise. The sleek body shape was ultimately designed by Norwegian-born Einar Johan Hareide, who was then responsible for exterior design at Saab and later became the company’s design chief.
The model designation 9-3 harmonized with the larger 9-5, but the changes were significantly more extensive. The upgrade to the 9-3 OG involved over 1,000 major and minor changes compared to its predecessor, the Saab 900 NG. New bumpers, a new grille, and a relocated license plate on the trunk were perhaps the most visible changes. However, the development also went deeper, with the body’s crash protection becoming even better.
According to the website car.info, there are 17,794 Saab 9-3s left in Sweden, but 1,221 have been scrapped just in the past year. Therefore, it is high time to get your hands on a specimen worth preserving.
Location and viewing Information
Location: Trollhättan
For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:
Michael Luft
+46 708-20 21 13
michael@bilwebauctions.se
For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:
Michael Luft
+46 708-20 21 13
michael@bilwebauctions.se
Pick up
Collection must take place before: 2024-06-27.
NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.
NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.
Auction information
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