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SAAB 9-3 1,8t Cabriolet Hirsch — 2008

A stylish Cabriolet from Saab, in a beautiful color combination. It remains in its original condition regarding paint, interior, and soft top, etc. However, the look and certain detail upgrades hint at something more – especially in terms of performance.

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"A stylish and well-maintained car with impressive performance and a great sound. The recent owners, a father and son who are dedicated Saab enthusiasts, have taken good care of and enjoyed the car. It boasts a beautiful color combination, solid equipment, and flawless functionality."

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"A stylish and well-maintained car with impressive performance and a great sound. The recent owners, a father and son who are dedicated Saab enthusiasts, have taken good care of and enjoyed the car. It boasts a beautiful color combination, solid equipment, and flawless functionality."

Description

According to reports, this car was registered and sold new in Germany. It was then Hirsch-tuned to 196 hp, with documents from Germany included. In July 2014, it was imported to Sweden. In June 2016, it was acquired by a Saab enthusiast, and later his son and the current owner took over the car in August 2019, also a Saab enthusiast.

It is now upgraded to MapTune Stage Six, producing 320 hp. The transmission has been reinforced. It features a Ferrita 2.5-inch exhaust system, a Griffin front from the 2012 model year, and a carbon fiber diffuser at the rear. The car has been lowered and fitted with VW CC 20-inch wheels (an additional new wheel is included). During the father and son’s ownership, it has been regularly serviced with spark plugs, fluids, filters, etc., and only driven in the summer and stored in a heated garage.

The original books and manuals in German are included, as well as various receipts and inspection reports. Two keys. It was inspected without any remarks on April 24, 2024, and is ready to drive.

Technical data

  • Year
    2008/2008 
  • Registration date
    2014-07-31 
  • Mileage
    194 165 km 
  • Kw / hp
    144 / 195 
  • Fuel Type
    Petrol 
  • Transmission
    Automatic 
  • Interior finish
    Leather 
  • Colour
    White 

Condition

  • Mechanical condition:

    Starts easily and runs smoothly in both the engine and drivetrain. Although not test-driven at high speed, it has been driven at a moderate pace, and a brief acceleration showed that the power is there, as well as the brakes. Steering and other functions worked well. It has not been inspected on a lift, but from what could be seen, everything looked good. No comments from the vehicle inspection. The car comes with a MapTune data box.

  • Interior condition:

    The interior is in good original condition with normal wear. The steering wheel, instruments, and controls are in fine condition. All electrical systems appear to be functioning, and the AC is cooling properly. Textile floor mats with the MapTune logo are included. The original wind deflector is also included.

  • Exterior condition:

    The paint appears to be original and is in good condition, with some stone chips and a few minor scratches. Glass, chrome, plastic, rubber, and lighting details are in fine condition, as are the emblems. The wheels with Falken tires are also in good condition, though the hubcaps are “milky.” The soft top is in good condition with mild wear. The engine and trunk compartments are well-preserved and in good condition.

  • General condition:

    This model already has 20 years behind it and is quickly heading towards classic status, qualifying as an enthusiast and collector’s vehicle. In this condition, with its equipment and performance, it is a fine representative of what a Saab can offer.

MOT (tech. insp.)

Fordonsstatus: Itrafik 2024-04-24
Ursprungsbesiktning: 2014-07-31 (regbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 2015-02-05 (080521)
Senast godkända besiktning: 2024-04-24
Besiktigad tom: 2025-06-30
Årsskatt: 3044 SEK
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 4

Facts about the model

Generation 1 of the new model 9-3, produced from 1998 to 2003, was primarily a facelift of the previous 900 model. For Generation 2 and the 2003 model year, more significant changes occurred. The previous combi-coupe disappeared, and instead, a sedan, or in Saab language, a SportSedan, was introduced. The following year, a new Cabriolet was launched. These models were completely new and built on GM’s Epsilon platform, related to the Opel Vectra and Cadillac BLS. As usual, Saab models ranged from basic versions to the exciting Aero versions.

Saab’s Cabriolet models had a somewhat nomadic production history. Initially, they were made by Valmet in Finland. However, the second generation 9-3 Cabriolet, introduced for the 2004 model year, was produced by Magna-Steyr in Austria. Towards the end, production moved back to Trollhättan, but the final 2012 model year was assembled in Nyköping.

Hirsch Performance AG is a Swiss company with a history with Saab dating back to 1967, when Georg Hirsch took over as a Saab dealer in St-Gallen. From 1987, a spin-off named Carline AG, later HPAG, specialized in individual car enhancements. In 1993, the foundation for the current core business of engine upgrades was laid. From 2002, the brand Saab Performance by Hirsch was established as an official and exclusive collaboration with Saab in Trollhättan. Naturally, this collaboration ended with Saab’s cessation. Today, they stand on their own and are a competence center for the development and production of tuning for Saab cars.

MapTun Performance in Örebro started by upgrading software for Saab but is now a full-service tuning company. They offer everything from simple engine renovations to advanced custom builds. They now have various brands such as MapTune Powersports, Parts, Pole Position, and Bilverkstad.

Location and viewing Information

Location: Bro

For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:

Tore Thallaug
+46 705 90 23 65
tore@bilwebauctions.se

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Collection must take place before: 2024-08-08.

NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.

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