1971 Saab 96 V4

Highlights

• Iconic retro Swedish saloon car
• Reportedly laid up for many years
• Modern interior fitted with ISOFIX-compatible rear seats
• Various components recently replaced

The Appeal

The Saab 96 hails from an era when the Swedish marque became renowned for producing charmingly unconventional and distinctly individual cars, characterised by aircraft-inspired styling, front-wheel drive and exceptional all-weather capability.
Power comes from Ford’s dependable V4 engine, which brought significantly improved usability along with considerably greater torque and performance than the earlier two-stroke unit.
While this example is not presented as a concours showpiece, it has instead been thoughtfully updated into a particularly usable and endearing classic that wears its 55 years with honesty and pride. Upgraded suspension with adjustable dampers and a triple-core radiator promise improved drivability and reliability over the factory setup, while the refreshed interior offers enhanced comfort along with ISOFIX-compatible rear seating for family use. And, of course, few classic cars fail to benefit visually from a set of Minilite-style wheels and a pair of Cibie spot lamps.

Key Information

• Mileage: 51,200 miles (indicated, unwarranted)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT-exempt
• Technical specs: 1.5-litre V4, four-speed manual gearbox
• Paperwork: Service history

The Detail

• White bodywork
• Replacement red leather interior with ISOFIX-compatible rear seats
• New Minilite-style 15-inch wheels and tyres
• Black exterior decals
• Cibie spotlights fitted
• Period-style AA grille badge
• Twin wing mirrors, three-spoke Saab-branded steering wheel, and dark red carpets
• Reportedly laid up for many years and accompanied by history
• Minor imperfections on the exterior
• Cloudy offside headlight
• Wear on the spotlight covers
• Some creasing on the seat bolsters
• Wear on the steering wheel rim
• Marks on the rear seats
• Engine and gearbox recently removed to replace mounts
• New triple-core radiator
• All-new suspension and adjustable shock absorbers
• Poly-bushed front suspension

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