SAAB Automobile was founded in Sweden in 1945 when its parent company, Saab AB, began a project to design a small automobile. The first production model, the Saab 92, was launched in 1949. In 1968 the parent company merged with Scania-Vabis, and ten years later the Saab 900 was launched, in time becoming Saab’s best-selling model…
ex Saab-Valmet (Valmet Automotive) joint venture is often referred to as specialty manufacturer - and for a very good reason, as they have made special series of standard cars since the 1980s! Here's the special 'Monte Carlo' edition of the Saab...
This is very interesting photo from Finland... Picture shows all available color alternatives for the Saab 900, starting with florentine yellow, black, cherry red, magenta brown… – 10 variations altogether (for MY 1987). The picture is taken in front of the...
This is an interesting Saab story of 2001. In fact, 1998 has started production of special "Viggen" model - A high-powered version of the Saab 9-3 was the "Viggen", as it wrote the Swedish Aftonbladet. On the success of the 9-3 Viggen...
In all its appearances, this is the car Saab 900 Valmet Automotive has manufactured the most and the longest (in Uusikaupunki plan). In a fact the most produced Saab model was the first generation Saab 900 (OG) including all the fabulous...
Just yesterday we were reminded of the beautiful anniversary - The 30th anniversary of the Saab Convertible, and today here's a very interesting image taken just thirty years ago. It was the time of creation of the Saab Convertible cars, later - a real icon of the whole...
National Geographic published last week on its YT channel documentary video about Saab brand history (aired on the History Channel TV). It is an epic documentary that tells both the history of the Saab cars and the story of the eternal search for...
The 30th anniversary of the Saab Convertible is coming up! Can you believe next month is the 30 year anniversary of the Saab convertible? Thankfully, the Rocky Mountain Saab club is having a rally to celebrate. The Rocky Mountain Saab...
In 1997, Saab embarked on a transformative journey to reinvent its iconic 900 model. This journey led to the birth of the Saab 9-3, a vehicle that marked a significant departure from Saab’s traditional hatchback design. The development process was an ambitious endeavor, beginning with early sketches that envisioned a coupe-like profile and culminating in the decision to introduce a more conventional four-door sedan. This decision reflected evolving market preferences and the desire to position the 9-3 as a dynamic and sporty model. Under the guidance of Chief Designer Aamer Mahmud and the influence of three distinct design themes, the Saab 9-3 emerged as a testament to innovative design and strategic vision. Discover how the Saab 9-3’s journey from concept to reality reshaped the brand’s legacy and set new standards in the automotive industry.
As per request, here are a few images of one of the most intriguing cars on display at the Uusikaupunki Valmet Automotive plant today - the Saab 900 Sport Coupé. Interesting, this car was impressive project in every aspect, first...
What a find from Valmet Automotive’s archives... In 1989, Uusikaupunki designers envisioned a 2-door Saab 9000 convertible (a concept was made of this) – and a hitherto unknown 2-door Saab 9000 sedan, as well! And that's not all, in addition...
