Highlights
- Rare early Saab V4
- Good condition throughout
- Enthusiast owned since 2013
The Appeal
A quirky and unusual sight on the roads today, these early V4 petrol engine Saabs are full of character and old-world charm.
Restored and converted to run in Historic Rally time-trials in the 90’s this car features uprated Spax suspension and wider SAAB RAC wheels and has been the current owner’s daily driver since 2013.
Guaranteed to turn heads and make friends wherever it goes this lovely old Saab would make a great long-term classic car for anyone looking for something that little bit different.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1967
- V5c present
- MOT exempt
- Original engine replaced with later Saab V4
- *Indicated mileage cannot be verified as genuine
- Current MOT expires 31st July 2023
- Original sales brochure
- Jack, brace and spare wheel
- 2 keys
- Current owner last 9 years
- Always garaged
- Used as daily driver
- Regularly serviced
- Restored to its current condition by the vendor in 2013/2014
In the 90’s the Saab had been restored and uprated to compete in Historic Rallies and time-trials, with firmer suspension and wider wheels.
In 2013 the current owner replaced the engine with a later version of the Saab V4, as the original ones were prone to blowing head gaskets. The bodywork, inner wheel arches and floors have all been repaired and treated for any rust and then re-sprayed with general servicing and maintenance being done regularly as required.
The Interior
- Re-trimmed vinyl seats
- Carpets and headlining all original and good
- Door cards and fittings are all there and work
- The seller tells us that everything functions as it should with no issues to report except hazard lights not working
- Very good overall condition
The Exterior
- Fully resprayed in 2017
- Bespoke roof-rack included
- RAC rally wider wheels are in good condition and have tyres with plenty of tread
- Paintwork and body very good
- Few small scratches and the odd mark from the roof-rack
- Brightwork has some aging but generally very good
- External trim, badges and lights all good and clear
- Very good overall condition
The Mechanics
- A Replacement 1.5 litre V4 engine fitted
- 4 speed gearbox
- Spax suspension
- Electronic ignition
- A Jetex stainless steel exhaust system
- Owner reports that it starts well and drives with no known mechanical or other issues
- Original "open deck" engine block and various spares included
The Summary
A very nice V4 Saab with fabulous style and character, that looks great and drives as well as it looks.
A great opportunity for someone looking for that unusual and rare classic car that is ULEZ compliant, has free road tax and turns heads wherever it goes.
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