Highlights

Iconic retro Swedish saloon car
Reportedly laid up for many years
Modern interior fitted with ISOFIX-compatible rear seats
Various components recently replaced

The Appeal

The Saab 96 hails from an era when the Swedish marque became renowned for producing charmingly unconventional and distinctly individual cars, characterised by aircraft-inspired styling, front-wheel drive and exceptional all-weather capability.

Power comes from Ford’s dependable V4 engine, which brought significantly improved usability along with considerably greater torque and performance than the earlier two-stroke unit.

While this example is not presented as a concours showpiece, it has instead been thoughtfully updated into a particularly usable and endearing classic that wears its 55 years with honesty and pride. Upgraded suspension with adjustable dampers and a triple-core radiator promise improved drivability and reliability over the factory setup, while the refreshed interior offers enhanced comfort along with ISOFIX-compatible rear seating for family use. And, of course, few classic cars fail to benefit visually from a set of Minilite-style wheels and a pair of Cibie spot lamps.

Key Information

Mileage: 51,200 miles (indicated, unwarranted)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT-exempt
Technical specs: 1.5-litre V4, four-speed manual gearbox
Paperwork: Service history

The Detail

White bodywork
Replacement red leather interior with ISOFIX-compatible rear seats
New Minilite-style 15-inch wheels and tyres
Black exterior decals
Cibie spotlights fitted
Period-style AA grille badge
Twin wing mirrors, three-spoke Saab-branded steering wheel, and dark red carpets
Reportedly laid up for many years and accompanied by history
Minor imperfections on the exterior
Cloudy offside headlight
Wear on the spotlight covers
Some creasing on the seat bolsters
Wear on the steering wheel rim
Marks on the rear seats
Engine and gearbox recently removed to replace mounts
New triple-core radiator
All-new suspension and adjustable shock absorbers
Poly-bushed front suspension

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