Are Saab cars any good?
The Saab is extremely well made, very comfortable especially on long journeys, despite its age is V ery reliable, however fuel economy is average at best. The soft top roof keeps the car very warm without any leakage. There is a surprisingly roomy boot & interior.
What kind of car is the Saab 900?
The decade saw the launch of the 900 Turbo, the 900 Turbo Aero (the world’s first car to offer a 16-valve turbo engine), the 900 convertible and the Saab 9000, a larger four-door car available in hatchback, and later on, sedan body styles.
When did General Motors buy half of Saab?
In 1990, General Motors bought half of Saab’s automotive division. The decade saw the launch of a revamped 900; the car offered a bevy of cutting-edge safety features, including three rear three-point seatbelts and rear side-impact protection.
What kind of cars did Saab make in the 50s?
By the time the ’50s drew to a close, Saab’s lineup had grown to include the 95 wagon (capable of seating up to seven) and the 93 750 Gran Turismo, the automaker’s first series-built sports car. The marque started the ’60s with the introduction of its successful Saab 96.
When did the Saab 99 combi coupe come out?
In 1973, Saab gave birth to the 99 Combi Coupe. The car came to define the Saab brand; with its hatchback and fold-down rear seat it offered remarkable utility. By the end of the decade, Saab had rolled out the 99 Turbo, which was a forerunner in harnessing turbo technology for use in production cars.
What kind of car is the new Saab 9-5?
The all-new 9-5 is the first newcomer since the Swedish brand was released from more than 20 years of suffering under General Motors, and… Read more Owners of the new Saab Turbo X will get a personalised greeting when they switch on the ignition.A “Ready For Take-off” message flashes in the main instrument display with the owner’s name and car…
Is the brand loyalty of Saab being tested?
Brand loyalty is being tested around the world as Saab, under financial siege and with its factory still closed, unfurls its flagship model.Private owners will have to scrutinise Saab’s future to… Read more
Why did Saab stop making cars in Australia?
SAAB left these shores in 2013 after the parent company, General Motors, got into difficulties in the Global Financial Crisis, and subsequent attempts to keep it alive also failed. Chinese interests now own the Swedish brand and plan to return to carmaking in the future. Not from everyone, you understand.
Is the Saab Aero X a good car?
Aero X is a clear pointer to a future in which the car and the environment get ever closer. Clever Swedish innovation and Australian powertrain expertise combine within the Aero X, making it a ‘must-… Read more