Are there any Saabs that are collectable in Ireland?
Despite this, Saab may be on its way to becoming a classic collectable. Last year, Bray-based mechanic Ian Haskins set up Saab Wisdom, a Saab maintenance and repair specialist. Meanwhile, over 550 Saab owners in Ireland are using Facebook to organise meet-ups where they talk about their cars and exchange information and advice.
Why are Saabs so popular in the UK?
Ian Haskins: “I’m getting business from all over the country with people travelling from around Ireland for services.” It was seen as the car of choice for architects and dentists, well-heeled middle-class folks who didn’t want to fall in with the German set.
Is the covid-19 Saab shop still open?
Covid-19: We are currently still open for business and receiving/sending orders with minimal disruption. We are not able to accept any customer collections from our premises. Genuine Saab Parts, Aftermarket Saab Parts – Saab Spares, Accessories & Uprated Performance Parts.
How to order Saab parts, spares and accessories?
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Despite this, Saab may be on its way to becoming a classic collectable. Last year, Bray-based mechanic Ian Haskins set up Saab Wisdom, a Saab maintenance and repair specialist. Meanwhile, over 550 Saab owners in Ireland are using Facebook to organise meet-ups where they talk about their cars and exchange information and advice.
Ian Haskins: “I’m getting business from all over the country with people travelling from around Ireland for services.” It was seen as the car of choice for architects and dentists, well-heeled middle-class folks who didn’t want to fall in with the German set.
Who is the owner of the Saab brand?
Since 2011, all Saab’s assets were acquired by a Chinese consortium called National Electric Vehicle Sweden (NEVS). NEVS announced plans to build electric cars based on the 9-3 model, but after itself filing for bankruptcy protection, lost the right to use the Saab name.
Is there an electric version of the Saab 9-3?
NEVS announced plans to build electric cars based on the 9-3 model, but after itself filing for bankruptcy protection, lost the right to use the Saab name. After a few false starts, the electric NEVS 9-3 went into production late last year, with sales to be initially focused on the Chinese fleet market.