Highlights
- One of 500 genuine factory UK market Viggens
- Factory standard 222bhp convertible
- Long MOT to May 2025 with no advisories
- Smart and well kept car inside and out
The Appeal
They didn’t call it ‘thunderbolt’ by mistake. Saab’s 9-3 Viggen is the ultimate version of the NG 900, a 222bhp tyre-scrabbling road rocket that has been dubbed ‘the last great, true Saab.’
Just 500 found their way to UK buyers. Alongside the power hike there was lower, stiffer suspension, a bigger intercooler and a performance ECU. Good examples are naturally sought-after by enthusiasts, who will no doubt be drawn in numbers to this one.
It is a well maintained, factory-standard Viggen in ‘triple black’ - black paintwork, roof and interior - that presents very well. That point is underlined by the MOT history that shows regular advisory-free tests, the current one running to May 2025, again with no advisories.
Good, practical four-seater modern classic convertibles are already a rarity. The Viggen even more so. This is a well sorted example of one of Saab’s most entertaining cars.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 30th October 1999
- Five registered keepers
- Current keeper since October 2023
- Good MOT history with few advisories over time
- Current MOT to 27th May 2025 with no advisories
- 141,433 miles showing on MOT test and now showing 141,474 miles in photographs
- Factory handbooks and wallet in good order
- 11 service stamps in book as shown in photographs
- Wears an ‘Abbott Racing’ rear boot sticker
- Old tax discs
- 2 keys and alarm fob
The Condition
- Black metallic paintwork appears very well kept with good, consistent finish
- Minor signs of use and age to note as shown in photographs
- These include some stone chips and a scuff to nearside front bumper corner
- Bodywork presents very well with no reported corrosion or other issues
- No structural advisories on current MOT
- Five spoke alloy wheels showing some kerbing to rims in photographs
- Fitted with branded Goodyear tyres
- Black roof matches paintwork and interior and appears in good order
- Black leather Viggen-specification interior with light signs of wear only
- Factory standard interior with Viggen-branded electric seats with memory
- Some wear to driver’s seat bolster and base as shown in photographs
- Specification includes wind deflector and rear deck cover
- Carpets, trim, door cards and boot area present well with only light wear
- Supplied with space saver spare wheel and tools as shown
- Retains its Viggen features include body kit, spoiler and cabin trim
The Mechanics
- 2,290cc B235R SAAB 4cyl 222bhp turbocharged engine
- 5spd manual gearbox
- Some service history as shown in photographs
- No reported running or driving issues
- No mechanical or running gear advisories on current MOT
- Viggen specification with performance ECU and stiffer, lower suspension
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