Monthly Archives: July 2011

The sweet sound of Saab

July 25, 2011 19:39 Line

By: Swade

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From the brilliantly (re)named Trionic Bros racing team in the US…… Press play. Close your eyes. And just listen. —— I actually heard recently that the beautiful sound of the Saab 16V was actually somewhat unintentional. That’s something I’m going …
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Saabs at the 2011 Midnight Sun Rally

July 25, 2011 15:04 Line

By: Swade

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I’ve got a swag of photos from the Midnight Sun Rally, held around Västerås last weekend. I don’t have any of the cars on the dirt, though. I only shot video there, which I’ll post very soon. These stills were …
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Moondance

July 25, 2011 9:52 Line

By: Swade

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Last night was a marvelous night for a… pic of my 900. —— Unfortunately, the reason for my car’s blissful isolation was only revealed by the parking ticket on my windshield at 0715 this morning. No parking between 0400 and …
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Ryan and Caroline’s cross-country Saab 900 Convertible adventure – done!

July 25, 2011 0:11 Line

By: Swade

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We’ve been following Ryan and Caroline F across the United States for the last week. They made a dream purchase last weekend in California – a 1994 Saab 900 Convertible, the last of the line. The purchase presented a small …
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Thoughts of Norway

July 23, 2011 12:44 Line

By: Swade

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Back in 1996, I was a student at the University of Tasmania. One particular Sunday I was down at the University campus, completing an assignment in the computer lab. About 90 minutes drive away from where I was sitting, a …
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SAAB AWARDS 9-4X TO WINNER OF ‘BEST OF THE ROAD’ RALLY

July 23, 2011 9:37 Line

By: Swade

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I just wanted to add this release to finish off our Best of the Road coverage. I really enjoyed the Wynns’ work and am so happy for them taking out this prize. They’re going to love that 9-4x. —— Rand …
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Silly stories in Saabs

July 22, 2011 16:05 Line

By: Swade

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If you’ve read the book “The Spirit of Saab” then you’ve probably read a few of the funny stories about things that happened here in Trollhattan over the years. Those stories are often accompanied by innovative solutions that the Swedes …
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Press Release: UPDATE ON STATUS SAAB SUBSIDIARY

July 22, 2011 14:03 Line

By: Swade

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UPDATE: An additional release from Swedish Automobile NV: Zeewolde, The Netherlands, 22 July 2011 – Swedish Automobile N.V. confirms that Saab Automobile Tools AB reached agreement on payment terms with the supplier that filed for bankruptcy, thereby resolving the issue. …
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My time with the Saab 9-4x – Part 3

July 21, 2011 22:06 Line

By: Swade

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If you haven’t already done so, you can read the following first: Part 1 – Saab 9-4x Intro, styling and interior Part 2 – Saab 9-4x performance, handling and fuel economy And whilst you’re in the mood, check out the …
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Press Release: SAAB AUTOMOBILE UPDATE ON PRODUCTION

July 21, 2011 15:38 Line

By: Swade

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From Swedish Automobile NV —— Zeewolde, The Netherlands, 21 July 2011 – Swedish Automobile N.V. (Swan) announces that Saab Automobile AB (Saab Automobile) continues discussions with its supplier base on material supply and delivery terms in order to be able …
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