What did Saab make before cars?
Saab-Scania (1969–1989) In 1969, Saab AB merged with the Swedish commercial vehicle manufacturer Scania-Vabis AB to form Saab-Scania AB, under the Wallenberg family umbrella. The 99 range was expanded in 1973 with the addition of a combi coupe model, a body style which became synonymous with Saab.
When was the last time I serviced my Saab 9 3?
I have owned my Saab 9-3 Area Sportwagon since 2014. This is my twentieth Saab and probably the last. Mileage when purchased was 30,000 now 85,000. I have it serviced once a year as I only cover 7000 miles a year now.
What are the general conditions of purchase for Saab?
All entities within the Saab Group may apply Saab’s General Conditions of Purchase in relation to the supplier base when procuring and/or sourcing goods from our suppliers and vendors.
How many miles does a Saab go in a year?
This is my twentieth Saab and probably the last. Mileage when purchased was 30,000 now 85,000. I have it serviced once a year as I only cover 7000 miles a year now.
What are the features of a Saab 9-3?
9-3 was very advanced for its time with ReAxis, traction control, aircon, parking sensors and much more as standard but now as we approach 2019 9-3 is becoming less and less well equipped.
When did GM take over the Saab brand?
After Saab was taken over by GM in 1990, the brand began to struggle under the rigid structure of its new parent company. A redesigned 900 gave way to the 9-3 in 1998. To die-hard Saab fans, the car was a travesty, sharing its architecture with Opel and Saturn models.
What makes a Saab 900 different from other cars?
What made the 900 unique was its engine, which was installed backwards, and its distinctive hatchback shape. Saabs were considered safe and reliable, and the introduction of their “turbo”-charged engine gave them a bit of a performance edge.
What was the marketing campaign for the Saab 900?
Saab’s 1980s marketing campaign for the 900 played to this crowd, with delightfully wink-wink, nudge-nudge copy: “Astound your friends. Confound your enemies. Buy a Saab,” reads one; “These Saabs may draw an occasional glance or two. (Or three.)” reads another.
When did the first Saab 92 come out?
Released in 1949, the 92 was a major success in Scandinavia, but it quickly evolved as Saab continued to tinker with the car. It became the 93 in 1955, and the 96 in 1960.