How One Enthusiast Built the Saab 9-5 Viggen We All Wanted

Saab enthusiasts have spent years speculating about a 9-5 Viggen that never officially materialized—until Rickard Karlsson made his vision a reality. By blending the 9-3 Viggen’s aggressive cues with the 9-5’s spacious chassis, he engineered a performance sedan that shattered factory limits. Featured in Bilsport Nr. 23, 2002, this custom 9-5 Viggen became a benchmark build, boasting up to 285+ hp, an overhauled fastback profile, and stealthy yet exacting bodywork. This article uncovers the full story behind Karlsson’s skillful transformations, sharing how an impassioned Saab fan created the legendary 9-5 Viggen everyone thought was just a rumor.

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