German magazine Autobild recently compared the Saab 9-3 and 9-5 Aero SportCombis, offering a surprisingly appreciative outside perspective on Saab’s final era. In this SaabPlanet analysis, we explore their findings and place them within the broader arc of Saab history.
A 2006 Saab 9-5 swallowed by mud during Typhoon Ragasa seemed beyond saving - until SAC Motors technicians crossed Taiwan to revive it. This long-form narrative follows the car’s journey from disaster site to full restoration, and the family who refused to abandon it.
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.
From Nordic blue to brilliant white, Mr. Ko’s Saab 9-5 Aero Wagon was completely rebuilt by SAC Taiwan - a showcase of Maptun power, acoustic engineering, and Nordic soul reborn in Asia.
A Saab 9-5 Wagon owner in Ängelholm faced the unthinkable — his car was fined, confiscated, and scrapped without warning. The Ombudsman’s verdict against the municipality has reignited debate about bureaucracy, ownership, and the value of Sweden’s automotive heritage.
AutoWeek’s “Klokje Rond” put a 2009 Saab 9-5 Griffin with 272,524 km under the microscope. The wagon still goes the distance, but safety-critical maintenance has been deferred. Here’s the candid verdict, the failures, and the fixes that restore the Saab promise.
A forgotten MotorVision TV test of the Saab 9-5 Aero Wagon from the early 2000s has resurfaced thanks to Retro Car Reviews. The footage captures Saab’s unique blend of turbo power, safety, and Scandinavian understatement — proving once again why the 9-5 Aero remains one of the most balanced performance wagons ever built.
KiwiCarLife takes a closer look at the final Saab—the 2010 9-5 NG 2.0 Turbo. Built on a GM platform yet unmistakably Saab in design and features, this lone example in New Zealand proves the brand’s spirit still resonates far beyond its enthusiast base.
All three Saabs at Bilweb’s September Auction 4 — Turbo X, Viggen and 9-5 Aero SportCombi — not only sold, but exceeded reserve prices. Here’s how their specifications helped drive the bidding.
Bilweb’s September Auction 4 brings three standout Saabs under the hammer: a low-mileage Turbo X, a rebuilt Viggen, and an exceptionally preserved 9-5 Aero SportCombi.
