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The UK-only treasure hunt for HubNut’s Saab 9-3 Convertible ended exactly as it began: in rain, with a jump pack, a dripping soft top and a lot of improvisation. At a packed automotive café in Northamptonshire, the “Saab-marine” finally gained a new owner when a long-time viewer arrived in a Ford Fusion, towel in hand, and said the only phrase that mattered: “Show me the Saab-marine.” The post Rain, Towels and a Free Saab: How HubNut’s 9-3 Convertible Found Its New Owner in Northamptonshire first appeared on SAAB Planet .

For the first time in three years, A-Zperformance is bringing back its iconic Saab 9-3 SS front bumper with a full-carbon splitter — but only two complete kits will be produced. This ultra-limited re-release revives a decade of development that began with the original demo-car prototype and evolved into one of the most recognizable modern Saab upgrades. The post A-Zperformance Revives the Iconic Saab 9-3 SS Front Bumper – Only Two Sets Available Worldwide first appeared on SAAB Planet .

HubNut is launching a UK-only, real-time treasure-hunt giveaway: during an upcoming livestream somewhere in the Midlands, motoring journalist Ian Seabrook will hand over his Saab 9-3 Convertible to the first viewer who physically finds him and says the secret keyword. A running, MOT’d “Saab-marine” with quirks, leaks, and plenty of character—free to whoever reaches it first. The post A Free Saab 9-3 Convertible? HubNut Launches a UK-Only Live Treasure-Hunt Giveaway first appeared on SAAB Planet .

More than thirty years after buying a battered Saab Sport, Anders Jonsson has completed a meticulous, mechanically honest restoration guided by rally legend Ture Karlsson. The result is a long-nose two-stroke that not only looks period-perfect, but also drives like the competition-inspired machine Saab intended—keeping a crucial part of Swedish rally history alive on today’s roads. The post From Ture’s Snowy Stages To A Perfect Saab Sport: Anders Jonsson’s 33-Year Promise first appeared on SAAB Planet .

Black Friday in Trollhättan looks different. Instead of a generic sale, the Saab Car Museum is dedicating a whole Black Panel Weekend to the Night Panel concept, combining a 15% discount on memorabilia with a fresh reminder of how Saab once redefined nighttime driving. The post “Black Panel Weekend” at the Saab Car Museum: A Tribute to One of Saab’s Smartest Ideas first appeared on SAAB Planet .

American creator Jared from the SaabSquad channel documents a demanding, full-metal rescue of his rust-damaged Saab 9-3 Viggen, rebuilt from a corroded quarter panel to a striking Ruby Star Red finish. The post Jared’s SaabSquad Mission: Bringing a Rust-Stricken Saab 9-3 Viggen Back to Life first appeared on SAAB Planet .

A worn 2004 Saab 9-5 dropped at an Illinois salvage yard unexpectedly became the center of a viral debate after a short intake video showed the car still running strong. Thousands of commenters argued over its fate — crusher, parts, or a second chance — pushing Auto Parts City to send it to auction instead of scrapping it. The post When One Neglected Saab 9-5 Triggered a Global Debate Between the Crusher and a Comeback first appeared on SAAB Planet .

Paul Cowland retrieves a long-neglected Saab 900 Cabriolet from his friend’s driveway, expecting a lost cause. Instead, the mossy cabrio starts, drives well, and forces a real dilemma: restore it, part it out, sell it—or transform it entirely. The post Moss, Memories And A Cracked Block: Paul Cowland’s Saab 900 Cabriolet Dilemma first appeared on SAAB Planet .

This feature explores the story of an Icelandic 1983 Saab 900 Turbo rescued twice by the same family. From harsh roads to scarce parts, it remains one of the island’s rare surviving flat-nose Turbos — and a deeply personal piece of automotive heritage. The post How an Icelandic 1983 Saab 900 Turbo Became a Legacy Car That Refuses to Fade first appeared on SAAB Planet .

Saab Club Nederland returns to the Adriatic in 2026 with a new nine-day tour from Ogulin to Dubrovnik, combining inland Croatia, the Velebit mountain roads, and the Dalmatian coastline. The route blends forest stages, gravel passes, coastal curves, island viewpoints, and free days in Makarska and Dubrovnik — inviting Saab enthusiasts from across the region to join the convoy or meet the group along the way. The post Saab Club Nederland Announces the Saab Adriatic Tour 2026: A 9-Day Drive Through Croatia’s Most Dramatic Landscapes first appeared on SAAB Planet .

When Dutch Saab enthusiast Olav Davidse tracked down an aquamarine 1979 Saab 900 Turbo, he wasn’t just buying another classic – he was reclaiming a childhood image of his father’s 99. After a careful refresh and a full inspection on AutoWeek’s “Klokje rond klassiek” lift, his early Turbo now stands as one of the clearest surviving examples of Saab’s first turbocharged hatch era. This article follows the car from doctor’s driveway to camera lights, with engineering details, owner passion and period driving impressions. The post Remarkable Condition After 46 Years: The Story of Olav Davidse’s Saab 900 Turbo first appeared on SAAB Planet .

Imagine waking up one morning and discovering your car is missing. Panic sets in your mind races through where it could be, who could’ve taken it, and what to do next. For many car owners, the story becomes a long stretch of police reports, waiting, and unanswered questions. But today, systems like the Vehicle Theft Recovery Report (VTRR) will reshaping how stolen vehicles are traced and recovered. Every vehicle carries a unique identity known as a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) — a 17-character code that works like a digital fingerprint. Because no two cars share the same VIN, it remains one of the strongest tools for identifying a vehicle throughout its life. The VTRR builds on this by creating an official record when a vehicle is reported stolen and making this information available during verification checks. How VTRR works When a vehicle owner reports their car missing, the VIN is documented in a Vehicle Theft Recovery Report (VTRR). Once this report exists, anytime the v...

German magazine Autobild recently compared the Saab 9-3 and 9-5 Aero SportCombis, offering a surprisingly appreciative outside perspective on Saab’s final era. In this SaabPlanet analysis, we explore their findings and place them within the broader arc of Saab history. The post Two Aero SportCombis Revisited: How Autobild Views The Saab 9-3 And 9-5 first appeared on SAAB Planet .

This 1959 Saab 93B Granturismo 750 is one of only four known survivors of Saab’s earliest grand touring experiment. Delivered new in the United States and later restored in the Netherlands to exact factory specifications, it represents a rare moment when Saab combined hand-built performance upgrades with a more refined interior aimed at American buyers. A museum-grade example of exceptional historical and collector value. The post The 1959 Saab 93B Granturismo 750: One of Four Survivors From Saab’s Forgotten Grand Touring Experiment first appeared on SAAB Planet .

The Finnish-built bubble-top Saab 96 inspired by space-age optimism has resurfaced in Germany under the name “Cosmonaut.” Now fully drivable and listed for €12,900, this one-off Jetsons-style creation is available to anyone bold enough to own a rolling piece of Saab futurism. The post A Space-Themed Saab 96 “Cosmonaut” Hits the German Market at €12,900 first appeared on SAAB Planet .

A rare 1999 Saab 9-3 Viggen in iconic Lightning Blue is now on Bilweb Auctions, owned by one woman for nearly 20 years. With full history, pristine condition, and only 105,000 km, it’s a Swedish performance legend ready for its next chapter. The post Lightning Blue Legend: A 1999 Saab 9-3 Viggen Soars Again in Sweden first appeared on SAAB Planet .

A once-modest 150 hp Saab 9-3 1.9 TiD has been transformed by Polish workshop Auto Krak into a 290 hp, 580 Nm powerhouse. Using a GTB2260VKL turbo, Insignia-spec fuel system, and a custom ECU map, the team doubled the output while keeping Saab’s trademark drivability and refinement. It’s one of the most impressive diesel tuning stories yet - and still, another Saab TiD holds the record with 310 hp. The post Saab 9-3 1.9 TiD Reborn With 290 HP and 580 Nm of Pure Diesel Force first appeared on SAAB Planet .

This 2003 Saab 9-3 Vector spent its entire life on Sweden’s salt-free island of Gotland — a place where rust is almost unheard of. After two decades and over 300,000 km with one family, the car was moments from being scrapped when Alexander Andersson rescued it, gave it a new engine, restored its red paint, and brought it back to life in Stockholm. What began as a routine rescue became a tribute to Saab’s enduring spirit — individuality, engineering, and heart. The post Saved from the Edge: Alexander’s Saab 9-3 Vector from Rust-Free Gotland first appeared on SAAB Planet .

Saab’s XWD wasn’t reactive - it was predictive. From the Turbo X to the 9-5 NG, XWD and eLSD embodied Saab’s engineering ethos, while the tested e-AAM electric AWD showed where the brand was headed before the lights went out. The post The XWD Drive Should Have Been a Symbol of Saab, Not Audi first appeared on SAAB Planet .

The 2.8 V6 B284 engine powering Saab’s flagship 9-3 Aero XWD has enormous potential—but also notorious weak points. Saab expert Javin Sheperd shares five smart, hands-on mods that transform the B284 from a heat-soaked headache into a durable daily performer. The post 5 Smart Mods Every Saab 2.8 V6 (B284) Owner Should Know! first appeared on SAAB Planet .

Before Saab’s story came to an abrupt end, design chief Jason Castriota was shaping a bold new 9-3 meant to lead the brand’s rebirth. More than a decade later, Swedish artist Henrik Bergman uses AI to reimagine that lost design — revealing what Saab’s future could have looked like had the lights in Trollhättan never gone out. The post Jason Castriota’s Unseen Saab 9-3 Phoenix Reimagined first appeared on SAAB Planet .