Month Archives: April 2025

A Saab 9-5 Aero with over 500,000 kilometers gets a second life after a full body-off restoration. Rick van Stippent’s masterpiece shows that true quality never fades, only shines brighter over time.

A rare 1962 Saab 96 Sport, finished in original dark blue and preserved with only 48,000 kilometers, surfaces in Sweden. Featuring a rebuilt two-stroke engine, original sport instrumentation, and period-correct details, this meticulously restored classic captures the essence of Saab’s early rallying heritage. A true collector’s opportunity.

This sharp-looking Saab 9-5 Aero isn’t a sleeper—it’s a legally restricted A-traktor driven by a 17-year-old Swede who built it to meet strict under-30 km/h rules for teens.

Industrial designer Marouane Bembli, aka TheSketchMonkey, gives the Saab 9000 a stunning 2025 reinterpretation—merging its iconic silhouette with Aero X-inspired aggression, reawakening the spirit of a model long forgotten by the mainstream but never by true Saab enthusiasts.

At Bilweb Auctions' April 2025 event, two standout Saabs draw the spotlight: a fully restored, museum-worthy 1950 Saab 92A De Luxe (#536) from the dawn of series production, and a near-new 2011 Saab 9-5NG BioPower with just 20,200 km on the clock. These two icons represent Saab’s genesis and final chapter—each a testament to the brand’s design ethos, engineering heritage, and enduring appeal among enthusiasts.

Melvin Könings’ 2011 Saab 9-3X TTiD just passed the 500,000 km mark—and AutoWeek Netherlands put it to the ultimate test. From underbody rust to turbo health, this high-mileage hero reveals how Saab engineering and owner dedication can defy time, wear, and expectations.

From rust to rally glory, this Flipping Bangers episode follows the complete transformation of a tired Saab 99 into a head-turning classic. Join Will and Gus as they tackle mechanical woes, battle rust, and inject personality into a forgotten icon—all while keeping it under budget and on schedule.

Once driven by rally legend Simo R. Lampinen and meticulously restored over six years, this 1965 Saab Monte Carlo 850 isn’t just a survivor—it’s a fully FIA-certified, race-ready piece of motorsport history, offered with an unrivaled trove of period-correct spare parts and documentation.

Veteran Autocar journalist Colin Goodwin shares how a £2300 Saab 9-3 Convertible earned a permanent spot in his garage. With nearly 50,000 trouble-free miles, a few DIY fixes, and enduring charm, this story reaffirms what Saab enthusiasts already know — true automotive value isn’t measured in price tags, but in lasting satisfaction.