Tag Archives: Hirsch Performance

In 2021, a Dutch father and son rolled a repaired 2005 Saab 9-3 Sport Estate into Beek Auto Racing's dyno cell. The car had front-end collision damage, a freshly replaced dashboard, and 240,000 km on the clock. The Hirsch tune on its 2.8 V6 was rated at 275 hp. The SuperFlow system measured 291 hp and 482 Nm - 82 Nm above the published torque spec. This is what that result tells us about the engine, the tune, and what these cars are still capable of.

For years, the Saab 9-5 Troll R existed in a grey zone between factory myth and aftermarket legend. This article finally puts the story in order - using period road tests, Hirsch documentation, Swiss homologation papers, and a real example now offered for CHF 14,500. Not a prototype. Not a rumour. Clear facts, engineering context, and a car that proves what Troll R actually was.

After years in the Netherlands under Mark V. Kampen’s care, the legendary 9-5NG Turbo6 Hirsch prototype has returned to Sweden. Philip Salonen, co-owner of Mannes Bilservice, tells the incredible story of how he couldn’t let this piece of Saab history slip away twice.

A Hirsch-tuned 2011 Saab 9-5 Aero XWD in Jet Black has surfaced on Doug DeMuro’s Cars & Bids. With no reserve and a full service record, it’s a rare opportunity to own Saab’s final flagship.

One of the cleanest Saab 9-3 Anniversary Convertibles we’ve ever seen: V6, manual, Electric Blue, and 15 years of passionate ownership.

At Auto Schaap in Lemmer, the legacy of Saab is alive and well—and on full display with this Snow Silver 2008 Saab 9-3 Aero Convertible. Tuned by Hirsch to 230 horsepower and meticulously maintained, this rare drop-top blends Scandinavian precision with open-top driving pleasure. It’s not just a used car; it’s a statement backed by decades of Saab expertise under one family-run roof.

Dutch Saab enthusiast David Joost Kamermans brings together two of the rarest and most coveted modern Saabs—the 9-5NG Aero and 9-4X Aero—in an exclusive photoshoot that highlights their design lineage, performance specs, and personal backstory. This unique garage duo tells a deeply personal tale of legacy, passion, and the final years of Saab’s automotive innovation.

This 2008 Saab 9-3 Turbo X SportWagon, enhanced by a distinctive Griffin front-end, robust Holden-sourced V6 turbo engine, and sought-after upgrades by Maptun and Hirsch, offers a rare blend of exclusivity, performance, and luxury—making it a compelling choice for dedicated Saab enthusiasts despite considerations around fuel efficiency and UK road tax.

A rare 2010 Saab 9-5 NG Hirsch Performance Edition, enhanced with a 260 hp ECU tune, Brembo brakes, and a Hirsch sport exhaust, this executive sedan is a collector’s dream. With only 62,500 km and premium features like a head-up display, navigation, and heated leather seats, it stands out as one of the most well-preserved, high-performance Saab models available today. A true masterpiece for Saab purists.

A Hirsch-tuned Saab 9-5 NG Aero Turbo6 XWD with just 50,000 km stunned at auction, selling for $37,000 (410,000 SEK)—well above expectations. With pristine NG 9-5s becoming increasingly rare, this sale sets a new benchmark for Saab’s final flagship sedan.