Saab 9-3 Independence Edition Celebrates 1-Year from GM Ownership

The back-and-forth during Saab’s difficult recent history is finally behind them, and the new company is focusing on products. Products like the 9-5 sedan, 9-4X crossover introduced at the Los Angeles International Auto Show, and an updated 9-3 lineup at Geneva. The company is celebrating its one-year independence from General Motors with a marketing campaign and incentive program.

SAAB 9-3 Convertible Independence Edition Officially Revealed

Saab has built a limited edition of its 9-3 Convertible to celebrate the first anniversary of its independence, or to put it more realistically, the completion of the sale from General Motors to Spyker Cars. Called the Independence Edition, only 366 examples of the car will be produced, one for each day during the first year and one extra for the start of a second year. The newcomer in Saab's

SAAB 9-3 Convertible Independence Edition Officially Revealed

Saab has built a limited edition of its 9-3 Convertible to celebrate the first anniversary of its independence, or to put it more realistically, the completion of the sale from General Motors to Spyker Cars. Called the Independence Edition, only 366 examples of the car will be produced, one for each day during the first year and one extra for the start of a second year. The newcomer in Saab's

First Photos of New SAAB 9-3 Convertible Independence Edition

.fullpost { display: inline; } On Wednesday, February 23, SAAB will host a special party at its Trollhättan plant in Sweden to celebrate what it describes as "the first anniversary of Saab’s rebirth as an independent carmaker". I'd argue if Saab is really independent given that the company heavily relies on GM for its current portfolio (one example is the new 9-4X which is based on the

First Photos of New SAAB 9-3 Convertible Independence Edition

.fullpost { display: inline; } On Wednesday, February 23, SAAB will host a special party at its Trollhättan plant in Sweden to celebrate what it describes as "the first anniversary of Saab’s rebirth as an independent carmaker". I'd argue if Saab is really independent given that the company heavily relies on GM for its current portfolio (one example is the new 9-4X which is based on the

First Photos of New SAAB 9-3 Convertible Independence Edition

On Wednesday, February 23, SAAB will host a special party at its Trollhättan plant in Sweden to celebrate what it describes as "the first anniversary of Saab’s rebirth as an independent carmaker". I'd argue if Saab is really independent given that the company heavily relies on GM for its current portfolio (one example is the new 9-4X which is based on the Cadillac SRX and is built at the

First Photos of New SAAB 9-3 Convertible Independence Edition

On Wednesday, February 23, SAAB will host a special party at its Trollhättan plant in Sweden to celebrate what it describes as "the first anniversary of Saab’s rebirth as an independent carmaker". I'd argue if Saab is really independent given that the company heavily relies on GM for its current portfolio (one example is the new 9-4X which is based on the Cadillac SRX and is built at the

SAAB to Celebrate its own...Independence Day on February 23rd

.fullpost { display: inline; } A little over a year ago, Saab's future was very much in doubt. GM was looking for a buyer for the Swedish brand and even contemplated closing down the Trollhattan plant. On the other hand, investors weren't exactly anxious to put their money on what they thought was a sinking ship. But, on the 23rd of February 2010, Saab's fate took a surprising turn for the

SAAB to Celebrate its own...Independence Day on February 23rd

.fullpost { display: inline; } A little over a year ago, Saab's future was very much in doubt. GM was looking for a buyer for the Swedish brand and even contemplated closing down the Trollhattan plant. On the other hand, investors weren't exactly anxious to put their money on what they thought was a sinking ship. But, on the 23rd of February 2010, Saab's fate took a surprising turn for the

SAAB to Celebrate its own...Independence Day on February 23rd

A little over a year ago, Saab's future was very much in doubt. GM was looking for a buyer for the Swedish brand and even contemplated closing down the Trollhattan plant. On the other hand, investors weren't exactly anxious to put their money on what they thought was a sinking ship. But, on the 23rd of February 2010, Saab's fate took a surprising turn for the better as GM sold the company to

Mr. SAAB celebrates 50 years since 1st RAC Rally victory

Erik “Mr. SAAB” Carlsson, the legendary rally driver who won the first British RAC Rally, and his co-driver, Stuart Turner, are celebrating the 50th anniversary of their victory with a replica of their winning car. Erik, who is an ambassador for SAAB, was a guest of honor at a lunch organized by SAAB Great Britain at the RAC Club in London. On display at the Club was a replica of the SAAB 96

New Saab Planning to Offer Customers Ability to See Cars Being Built

In this modern age of convenience and technology, consumers want their products now. That is particularly the case in America with our automobiles. Unlike other continents such as Europe, we buy our cars off the lot and don’t do order to specification. To those with a bit of patience, placing an order to get exactly what you want is the best option especially with such a major purchase.

LA 2010:New Saab Unveils Production 9-4x

It’s good to see signs of life at Saab after everything they’ve gone through recently. After all, it wasn’t too long ago they were being consigned to the dustbin of history by everyone in the industry, left for dead after 20 years of neglect by parent company GM. They’ve just released details and images of their next offering, the 9-4x, before it’s debut at the Los Angeles auto show.

Mr. SAAB celebrates 50 years since 1st RAC Rally victory

Erik “Mr. SAAB” Carlsson, the legendary rally driver who won the first British RAC Rally, and his co-driver, Stuart Turner, are celebrating the 50th anniversary of their victory with a replica of their winning car. Erik, who is an ambassador for SAAB, was a guest of honor at a lunch organized by SAAB Great Britain at the RAC Club in London. On display at the Club was a replica of the

First Saab 9-4X Rolls Off Assembly Line in Mexico

.fullpost { display: inline; } It's been a rough ride for Saab's 9-4X, but the very first production model has now rolled off the assembly line at General Motors' Ramos Arizpe plant in Mexico, just three months after the compact crossover was unveiled last November at the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show. “This is a great day for Saab,” said Jonsson. “The arrival of the 9-4X is another

First Saab 9-4X Rolls Off Assembly Line in Mexico

It's been a rough ride for Saab's 9-4X, but the very first production model has now rolled off the assembly line at General Motors' Ramos Arizpe plant in Mexico, just three months after the compact crossover was unveiled last November at the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show. “This is a great day for Saab,” said Jonsson. “The arrival of the 9-4X is another important step in the fulfillment of our

New Saab Plans for Significantly Increased U.S Sales in 2011

Saab has been slung through the mud over the past few years, amidst back-and-forth reports of a sale. Coverage in 2009 wasn’t particularly confidence inspiring. With that as a backdrop, it is a wonder Saab sold cars any last year. The company logged just 5,445 units sold. Recently, the talk has all been positive, with Saab’s message on the new 9-5 and 9-4X and future models to come

Saab 9 5 Sportcombi 2012 pictures - Future saab 95 Sportcombi 2012

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New Saab Prices 2012 9-4X Crossover

Property Spyker Saab goes ahead with the introduction of new products being developed is owned by General Motors. 9-5, but went on the market, and Saab sales to accelerate the car for the 2011 model year as a cheaper iterations are available.9-4X, Saab, where many hope in the near future, although they live. Crossover is an extremely hot market now, and that Saab wants action to participate in

New Saab Teases 9-5 SportCombi

At the Los Angeles International Auto Show last year, Saab debuted its new 9-4X crossover. The 9-4X is aimed at getting Saab a piece of the red-hot crossover segment in the United States. In Europe though, their more practical wagon counterparts are big sellers. As such, it is a critical part of Saab’s sales growth strategy to introduce a wagon variant of the 9-5. Introduction of the