A Wake-Up Call From Meppel: Why Dutch Saab Owners Should Take the Youngtimer Tax Warning Seriously
The Netherlands has long been a safe haven for Saab ownership. A sudden youngtimer tax change now puts that entire ecosystem under pressure.
The Netherlands has long been a safe haven for Saab ownership. A sudden youngtimer tax change now puts that entire ecosystem under pressure.
In a quiet Dutch town, Saab Specials stands as a fortress of passion. With 100+ Saabs, from rare two-tone classics to custom 9-5 NG builds, it’s not just a showroom — it’s where Saab dreams live on.
While Saab production ended in Sweden over a decade ago, Meppel, a small Dutch town, has emerged as the global center for Saab restoration and sustainability. Saab Partners, led by Dirk Koppen, has built a thriving business around giving Saabs a second life.
