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| − | '''Saab 99/Saab 90. 1968–87 (prod. 588,643). 2-, 3-, 4- and 5-door saloon. F/F, 1754, 1985 cm³ (4 cyl. OHC).''' In typically Swedish fashion, the Saab 99 managed to be both rational and interesting at the same time, featuring front-wheel drive and quirky styling by Saab designer Sixten Sason. For a car of its vintage it was technically very advanced, but also a great car to drive. Cabin was a bit on the narrow side for maximum comfort, but that was negated by the commanding view forward and excellent seating. Excellent performance and brakes were a 99 strong point, especially in 99 Turbo form—hatchback version (Combi Coupé) offered later. Facelifted to become the Saab 90 in 1984, fitting in nicely with the 900 and [[Saab 9000]]. | + | '''Saab 99/Saab 90. 1968–87 (prod. 588,643). 2-, 3-, 4- and 5-door saloon. F/F, 1754, 1985 cm³ (I4 OHC).''' In typically Swedish fashion, the Saab 99 managed to be both rational and interesting at the same time, featuring front-wheel drive and quirky styling by Saab designer Sixten Sason. For a car of its vintage it was technically very advanced, but also a great car to drive. Cabin was a bit on the narrow side for maximum comfort, but that was negated by the commanding view forward and excellent seating. Excellent performance and brakes were a 99 strong point, especially in 99 Turbo form—hatchback version (Combi Coupé) offered later. Revised to become the Saab 90 (essentially a 99 front end, 900 rear end) in 1984, fitting in nicely with the 900 and [[Saab 9000]]. |
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| | ''Marque:'' [[Saab]] | ''Predecessor:'' [[Saab 96]] | ''Successor:'' [[Saab 900 (1978–93)]] | | ''Marque:'' [[Saab]] | ''Predecessor:'' [[Saab 96]] | ''Successor:'' [[Saab 900 (1978–93)]] |
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| | + | *[https://driventowrite.com/2021/08/07/saab-90-brochure-profile/ ‘Swedish math’, ''Driven to Write'', August 7, 2021] |
Latest revision as of 11:23, 8 August 2021
Saab 99/Saab 90. 1968–87 (prod. 588,643). 2-, 3-, 4- and 5-door saloon. F/F, 1754, 1985 cm³ (I4 OHC). In typically Swedish fashion, the Saab 99 managed to be both rational and interesting at the same time, featuring front-wheel drive and quirky styling by Saab designer Sixten Sason. For a car of its vintage it was technically very advanced, but also a great car to drive. Cabin was a bit on the narrow side for maximum comfort, but that was negated by the commanding view forward and excellent seating. Excellent performance and brakes were a 99 strong point, especially in 99 Turbo form—hatchback version (Combi Coupé) offered later. Revised to become the Saab 90 (essentially a 99 front end, 900 rear end) in 1984, fitting in nicely with the 900 and Saab 9000.
Manufacturing locations: Trollhättan, Sweden; Uusikaupunki, Finland
Marque: Saab | Predecessor: Saab 96 | Successor: Saab 900 (1978–93)
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