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SAAB 92B De Luxe — 1954

Appearance, sound, and scent evoke a bygone era when the welfare state and technological advancement were in full swing. Beautiful original condition with 80340 km on the odometer. A Swedish technology and nostalgia kick.

Tore Thallaug
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"A cozy car from Saab's early production years, which survived against all odds. It was left out in nature, as many "worn-out vehicles" were at that time, to meet the cars' Nangijala (a reference to a place similar to Valhalla or heaven). It turned out to be both worth saving and had much left to give. The original condition and the patina from use give it a delightful aura."

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Tore Thallaug
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Ida Johansen
Case manager
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"A cozy car from Saab's early production years, which survived against all odds. It was left out in nature, as many "worn-out vehicles" were at that time, to meet the cars' Nangijala (a reference to a place similar to Valhalla or heaven). It turned out to be both worth saving and had much left to give. The original condition and the patina from use give it a delightful aura."

Description

The current owner has owned the car, in two separate periods, since June 1998. He "loaned it out" for 2 1/2 years, from 2007 to 2010. He, in turn, took care of the car after his father, who had found it "in nature" in Sörmland and took care of it in the early 70s. His father had owned an early 92, back in the day, and now wanted a similar one for nostalgic reasons. Some rust repair was done on the right side underneath, along with a repainting of the front fenders. Otherwise, the car is in its original condition. Started and taken care of after some time in nature. Since then, for 50 years, it has been an enthusiast car and always maintained and serviced by father and son. Now in a delightful original condition with usage patina. Inspected and roadworthy. Original registration plates from the County era are included. A fun little time marker is the red feather in the headliner. Older folks surely remember Hylands Hörna and the charity drive Röda Fjädern in April 1965. The idea was that the feather, given to all donors, should be worn on lapels, but here it ended up in the ceiling.

Technical data

  • Year
    1954/1954 
  • Registration date
    1954-01-01 
  • Mileage
    80341 km 
  • Kw / hp
    21 / 29 
  • Fuel Type
    Petrol 
  • Transmission
    Manual 
  • Interior finish
    Textile 
  • Colour
    Black 

Condition

  • Mechanical condition:

    It started easily and ran smoothly in the engine and drivetrain. Gears and brakes worked flawlessly. A short test drive felt as pleasant and functional as a small car from the 1950s could be. Underneath, the car looked healthy, and everything seemed to work and be in its place. A fun technical and visual detail is the two "vents" on the hat shelf and the two in the trunk on the rear pillar, which were meant to provide airflow. The car has also been equipped with a mechanical hand pump for windshield washing. The functioning turn signals enhance the nostalgic feeling.

  • Interior condition:

    Interior in original condition with usage patina, everything is intact and clean. However, the upholstery has been removed and washed. Door panels have been replaced but reupholstered in the original style, with the original upholstery included. All instrumentation, except the clock, works well.

  • Exterior condition:

    In large parts original but with signs of use. The shiny details, glass, and rubber are in good condition. Likewise, the rims are in good condition, and the tires with white sidewalls are also in good shape. The engine and luggage compartments are in fine original condition. The tools are in their bag.

  • General condition:

    This car is a charming creature that evokes emotions and appreciation, whether on the road, at the gas station, at the gathering, or wherever one may be. The entirety is consistent, and everything is in the same delightfully worn condition. A lively 70-year-old, carrying its years with honor, it is a solid classic and a collector's item - a rolling piece of Swedish motor history and cultural treasure.

MOT (tech. insp.)

Fordonsstatus: Itrafik 2008-04-08
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1954-01-01 (typbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1954-01-01
Senast godkända besiktning: 2022-09-22
Besiktningsbefriad: Ja
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 5

Facts about the model

The car production within SAAB emerged in 1947, and the first model, Saab 92, borrowed some design elements from the aviation industry. As the model 92 eventually evolved into the model 96 starting from the 1960 model year, you could see influences from the 1940s while it continued into the 1960s. When SAAB launched the new 99 and later the 900, many thought it was the end for the 96. However, like the Phoenix, it received updates over the years and lasted until the 1980s.

Over the years, there were steady changes, so that when the model 96 finally disappeared, you could put an early 92 next to an 80s model and see that not everything was the same, but you could still see a clear resemblance.

Back to the 1950s, when the first model year of the 92 arrived in 1950, after years of testing and debut on June 10, 1947, the waiting list was long. However, production did not pick up immediately; only 1,246 cars were manufactured in the first year. During the first years, the bottle-green color scheme was popular. For the 1953 model year, the first major changes were made when the rear window was enlarged, the fuel tank was moved, and the cars got a rear hatch. The luggage compartment also became larger when the battery was relocated to the engine compartment. With a removable rear seat, you could now also use your 92 as a small van, and Saab offered an insert box for this purpose. The seats were also updated. Internally, it was now called the 92B. For the 1954 model year, further upgrades were made, and the model was now officially called the 92B. A new carburetor (Solex 32 BI) and a new ignition coil increased the power from 25 to 28 horsepower. The paintwork became synthetic, and decorative strips were added to the fenders. The wheels received ventilation holes, and the doors were equipped with drag protectors made of plexiglass. New headlights from Hella with integrated parking lights were introduced, which meant that the small lights between the headlights, the grille, and the fenders disappeared. The instrumentation and interior details were also changed. The color options were now gray, blue-gray, green, maroon, and black. On March 6th, Saab number 10,000 rolled out of the factory. By summer, you could also order your 92 with a fabric sunroof. The last 92s were manufactured in 1956, by which time the successor, the model 93, had already begun its era. A total of 34,956 units of the model 92 were produced, of which 14,828 were of the B version.

Location and viewing Information

Location: Tumba

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: 2024-05-09.

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

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