Rallying Support for Kirill: A Saab Owner’s Struggle Amidst Crisis

We’ve always prided ourselves on being more than just car enthusiasts; we’re a family that supports each other in times of need. Today, we bring to you a heartfelt request from Kirill Nazipov, a fellow Saab fan facing extraordinary challenges due to the war in Ukraine.

Table of Contents

1 Kirill’s Story
2 Current Challenges
3 A Call for Assistance
4 How You Can Help

Kirill’s Story

Kirill, a proud owner of a 1991 aab 9000, has been part of our community since 2017. His life in Kyiv, where he worked as a COO and moonlighted as a Saab mechanic, was turned upside down by the ongoing conflict. Seeking safety, Kirill and his wife made a perilous journey to Turkey, navigating minefields and traveling in a car limited to three gears.

Kirill's Saab 900 car in a war-ravaged setting, surrounded by ruins and debris, highlighting the stark contrast between personal belongings and the aftermath of conflict. — Kirill’s Saab 900 car in a war-ravaged setting, surrounded by ruins and debris, highlighting the stark contrast between personal belongings and the aftermath of conflict.

Current Challenges

Settling in Turkey brought a new set of difficulties. Kirill entrusted his beloved Saab to a local mechanic for gearbox repairs, only to be met with dishonesty and subpar work. The car, crucial for his mobility and independence, now struggles to move forward when heated.

A Call for Assistance

Kirill’s immediate need is to find a reliable solution for his Saab’s gearbox issue. He’s not seeking financial assistance but rather expertise and resources within our community. Specifically, he needs:

A Master Mechanic in Bulgaria: Someone skilled in repairing the Saab 4HP18 gearbox, preferably in cities near the Black Sea like Burgas or Varna.
A Replacement Gearbox: A good condition 4HP18 gearbox located in Europe, ideally Bulgaria, or with the possibility of being delivered to Bulgaria or Romania.

Kirill’s story is a stark reminder of the broader impacts of war and displacement. It’s about a person struggling to hold onto a piece of his former life, his passion for Saabs, while navigating an uncertain future.

Kirill's Saab 9000 before it broke down — Kirill’s Saab 9000 before it broke down

How You Can Help

If you have contacts or information about mechanics or garages that meet Kirill’s requirements, please reach out – Kirill’s email is reactor691@gmail.com.
Share this post within your networks; sometimes the right help is just one connection away.
Words of encouragement are also welcome; let’s show Kirill that he’s not alone in this.

Kirill’s resilience and love for Saabs have kept his spirits up in these trying times. Let’s come together as a community and lend a helping hand to one of our own. No gesture is too small when it comes to making a difference.

Thank you for your support and for being a part of this incredible community. With hope and solidarity, SaabPlanet Team