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Saab 900 GLE “Gold Special Edition”

Saab 900 GLE Gold Special EditionSaab 900 GLE Gold Special Edition

Another rare (special) thing appeared at the auction sale, on Ebay – Saab 900 Gold Special Edition GLE 1981. Allegedly, this is the only known Gold Special Edition still on the road” writes Richard Horner in his book “The Classic 900where he dedicates 3 pages to this unique Saab.

This unique Saab 900 GLE, finished in Aquamarine-Blue metallic paint, an first registrated in the UK in august 1981, is the only known “Gold Special edition” still on the road.

One and only - Saab 900 GOLD Special Edition
One and only – Saab 900 GOLD Special Edition

One meticulous & loving owner from new, with the original bill of sale, the GLE was first registered 12 August 1981. Current MOT to 18 September 2017 with no advisories, mileage: under 189k.

Engine: 8v single overhead cam fuel injected engine developing 118 bhp, 1985cc. 5-speed manual gearbox. Power assisted steering.

Saab 900 with original gold minilite alloy wheels
Saab 900 with original gold minilite alloy wheels

Finished in aquamarine/indigo blue metallic with the original gold minilite alloy wheels, sunroof wind deflector, after market luggage rack mounted on the boot lid, chrome window trim, electric aerial, tow bar, manual sunroof, headlamp wash/wiper system & spotlights.

Interior spec includes: electric front windows, manual mirrors, blue fox (pool plush) interior (covers removed from seats for photographs), Phillips Radio/Cassette, Air Conditioning (not checked), excellent headlining, rear seat belts. Service history pack includes: original bill of sale, blue wallet with Owner’s Manual, registration documents (3 different styles!), receipt for 4 new tyres @ 188,346 miles July 2016, Saab service card stamped up til 1984 @ 86,681 miles, handwritten notes thereafter, maintained to the highest standard.


We have been entrusted with the task of finding a suitable enthusiast to adopt and treasure the “Gold”. Could this be you? We anticipate the GLE will sell for its original purchase price of £8104.59 with a full MOT.

Price: £8,105 As stated

Viewing/test drives by appointment in Wymondham, Norfolk NR18 – 8 miles south of Norwich in Norfolk.

Contact the seller:
07946 467654
07787 117522

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