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The Modern Classic Car Co Classic Sales & Brokerage,
Pre-Purchase Inspections, Insurance Valuations, Restorations, Detailing,
Paint Correction, Transport, Recovery & Storage |
1988 SAAB 900 TURBO T16 S COUPE Warranted 96714 Miles Air Con & Cruise F583 PHM First registered 14.09.1988 and showing seven previous owners, this genuine and elusive 16 valve full pressure turbo S in 3 door guise is finished in iconic flat Black with deep dish two tone Super Aero rims. Cutting a rather striking profile this is a classic Saab that is guaranteed to raise the pulse of any serious car enthusiast. The vehicle is fantastic in and out on the move, with the rare factory option of air conditioning and cruise control amongst the standard high S specification. Service History A considerable amount of money and time has bene invested in the last few years. The car ahs been dry stored on a battery conditioner and as such looks fantastic every time its rolled into daylight. Below is a summary of relevant work completed within the last twenty thousand miles. - Gearbx rebuilt - New clutch - Flywheel refaced - Front and rear discs replaced - New starter motor - New water pump - New starter motor - New fuel tank and new straps - Exhaust rubbers replaced - Fuel return pipe replaced - New headlining - Coolant hoses replaced - Rear brake pipes replaced - New battery earth - o/s/f cv gator - New coolant tank - New fan belt - New brake light switch - New front brake hose - New front suspension bushes - Intercooler serviced - Oil switch & ETC sensor replaced - Taligate latch replaced - New throttle switch - New dizzy cap & rotor arm Condition Setting this car apart is its original unaltered condition, this is not a restored Saab, its an original survivor that has been extremely well maintained and as such been spared the ravages of time. The knowledgeable owners have taken precautions applying a proactive approach to ownership, servicing and preservation. The condition of the bodywork is great with zero rust or even any blemishes worth sensible comment. Underneath the bonnet presents very well, as do the inside of the doors and most importantly the underside is bone dry with no nasty surprises. The Saab 900 Cult The classic world is at last waking up to the classic Saab, like all the real Saab's its as timeless now as it was then, and they were the real deal. Classic cars come and go but the appeal of some remains constant and none more so than the 900 - the last real Saab say some of the marque's cognoscenti. Think of it as a time-warped Sixties swinger but with MTV street cred and a style and look that was as unique as Citroen's. All of which is why the last Saab 900 - manufactured until 1993 - became an instant classic upon its demise, and remains a sought after though little remembered classic as yet, though time has a habit of changing things. Owning a late model Saab 900 is an easy way to being different and this modern classic is one that anyone would be deeply proud to be the next custodian, its ready to be used and enjoyed and stored with sympathy, and would be the envy of any Saab show it entered. With values of young timer Fords Vauxhalls Mercs and Bmws rising, this is a bit different and is a model that has a proper depth to the build quality and engineering, one of the coolest cult cars ever made. Saab Innovation Things like the world's first side impact bars, the first pollen and pollution filter for the cabin air system, and windscreen pillars made of 2.5mm rolled steel, were all unique Saab traits. Lift up the carpet and you will find box section steel beams like no other car, reinforcing the floor. The 900 was so far ahead in safety terms at its 1979 launch that it stayed safe until its discontinuation in 1993 after nearly a million cars were made. Driving the Saab 900 is a world away from today's flat-screened greenhouses. You sit deep behind a unique curved windscreen with a dashboard that rolls away for acres. The windscreen is slot-like and your knees go under the fascia - not over it. It is more like sitting in a deep Victorian cast iron bath. The seats feel orthopaedic, and the boot space is massive, I could go on and on...and I will..... The 900 was Saabs best ever selling car and they have always overflowed with feeling. Like Rolex, Apple or Harley-Davidson, there is something mysterious – albeit modest and Scandinavian – about Saab that, over the years, has transcended its marketing and publicity materials and been appropriated by the people who drive the cars. The phenomenon examining the behaviour of Saab drivers, you discover a hierarchy, also known as “Snaabery" often defined by owning an original, pre-GM Saab; rituals and moral responsibilities: flashing your lights at other Saab drivers and helping them out of trouble; oppositional loyalties: despising BMWs; and myth-making: notably “How Saab saved my life” stories about crashes in which the cars lay down their lives for their owners. Remember you get what you pay for in life, the quality of this 900 will remain long after the price has been forgotten. Be mindful that currently there are very few of these models licensed and on the road. Investment wise this is easily tipped as a model that will multiply in value in coming years, think about it.. Other Information V5 Registration document Goodyear Eagle tyres fitted all round New MOT & service to accompany sale £14,995 Let us sell your car We are always looking for classic cars in all states of repair. Our expertise lies in vehicle's from the 1970s onward and we have a unique marketing strategy that is time proven. Remove the hassle from selling your car get in contact now for a chat. We offer a professional and friendly service with two different sales options detailed below. Outright purchase The most direct approach to sell your car. We will inspect the vehicle and carry out a data and history check. A price can then be agreed based on the current market value and overall condition. The funds will then be securely transferred to your designated bank account. Commission based sale This option achieves the best possible price for your car and removes the hassle of having to prepare and advertise, arrange viewings and organise payment with potential buyers. You can also rest assured that your car will be pampered and kept in safe hands during the process if storage is required. We will inspect the car and carry out a history and data check. We'll have an open discussion with you about the valuation of the car and together decide on a realistic sale price. At this point we might also suggest additional work which would enable you to achieve the maximum price for the vehicle, for example, professional detailing, wheel refurbishment, servicing, paintwork correction and other specialist reconditioning services often without having to book in and wait. We will get the best price for your car. All classics welcome. Please contact us for further details. |
