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A wonderful Saab 9-5 3.0 Tid Arc saloon with just 31,740 miles from new.

EQUIPMENT
Traction Control System, Electronic Stability Programme, Saab Active Head Restraint (SAHR), safety cage, side-impact protection, front occupant smart airbags, smart side airbags, ISOFIX child restraint system, high-pressure headlamp washers, auto-dimming rear view mirror, Saab Information System (SID) with Night Panel function, multi-function computer, dual-zone automatic climate control, 7-speaker audio system with cassette and CD, cruise control, three stage heated front seats, remote central locking and boot release, electric windows all round, electric heated door mirrors. Factory options; Saab Parking Assistance (SPA). Dealer options; Saab tailored carpet mats, tow bar with twin electrics.

EXTERIOR
The fantastic Saab 9-5 is the epitome of a modern classic luxury saloon with the earliest models fast approaching twenty-five years old. This desirable example is the 3.0TiD model in well-equipped Arc specification with just 31,740 miles from new. The factory original paintwork in Silver Metallic, (Code 268), boasts a bright uniform shine and uniform finish and all panels are beautifully straight and free from damage. Close inspection reveals nothing other than light markings to the paintwork and some touched in scratches, most notably to the rear bumper corner and front lower bumper. These are minor imperfections that do not spoilt the appearance. The supplying Saab main dealer number plates, rear screen sticker and windscreen label remain fitted and the glass displays factory etching. A rare find in such low mileage form.

INTERIOR
Saab were renowned for their innovative, safe and supremely comfortable interiors and this 9-5 is certainly no exception. The original Charcoal full leather, (Code K10), is very clean and in superb condition with only very light stretching to the hide on the driver’s seat. An impressive array of safety features including multiple airbags and even ISOFIX child safety points to make this the ultimate safety conscious retro barge! The dashboard with cultivated burr walnut instrument panels is in excellent order and absolutely all equipment and functions operate perfectly including the park assist, ice-cold air conditioning, heated seats and cruise control. The carpets have been protected from new by genuine Saab fitted over mats and the doors cards and headlining are immaculate. A well-engineered, clean, sumptuous and super safe interior.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The simply brilliant 3.0TiD V6 diesel engine produces 176bhp and a thumping 350Nm of torque, enough to achieve 0-62mph in 9.3 seconds and a top speed of 134mph. The beautifully smooth and quiet turbocharged power delivery is very impressive for a large vehicle and motorway fuel consumption is quoted at a respectable 47.9mpg. The very clean engine bay features all factory stickers, plates and panel stamps. The sturdy 5-speed manual transmission allows the driver to better exploit the ample performance and suits this powerful car very well. It is also the preferred choice for towing.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The original 5-spoke ALU 47 style wheels are in very good condition with no kerb damage and only light markings, mostly on the inner rim face and not easily noticeable. Premium brand 215/55 R16 tyres are fitted all round and the space saver spare wheel is the factory supplied item that has never seen the road and has the coloured banding still visible. Alongside the spare wheel is the original Saab toolkit, warning triangle and wheel change apparatus. ABS with Electronic Brake Force Distribution offers superb straight line stopping power.

HISTORY FILE
This 3.0TiD Arc Saloon was supplied new by main dealer, County Saab of Milton Keynes, and registered new on the 11th March 2002. There have been just three keepers from new and the car has covered a low 31,740 miles. Two of the owners are father and son and on the untimely passing Mr Dutson senior his son, Ian Dutson, inherited the car in January 2019. During this sad ownership transition the paperwork was lost however the garage that has maintained the car, Neath Hill Autos in Milton Keynes have confirmed regular attendance including a cambelt change carried out with less than 3,500 miles covered since.

The history file contains the Saab leather document wallet and information guides and there are two keys with County Saab fob. A Saab 9-5 range brochure from 2002 completes the history file. This iconic Swedish car maker was renowned for its pioneering and non-compromising approach to engineering, quality and safety, and this brilliant 9-5 represents this ethos perfectly.

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An innovative Saab 900S 16V with only 65,727 miles and two keepers.

EQUIPMENT
Panoramic laminated windscreen, tinted windows, halogen headlamps, headlamp wipers, impact absorbing bumpers, side mouldings, rear rubberised spoiler, front spoiler, centralised brake light, electric door mirrors, centralised locking, electric front windows, transmission lock, power assisted steering, tachometer, automatic electrically heated front seats, Philips PLL Quartz Tuning 550 stereo.  Factory options; Metallic paintwork.  Dealer accessories; Saab tailored floor mats, Saab Scania car wash/wax, Saab Scania screen wash.

EXTERIOR
This pioneering and distinctive Saab 900S is finished in original and factory optional Iridium Silver Metallic, (Code 220).  The paintwork is remarkably well preserved with a bright uniform shine and smooth polished finish from the quality factory coating.  Minor age related markings are visible upon scrutiny and specifically worthy of mention is a shallow undulation to the nearside front wing and a treated blemish to the bonnet.  Typical Saab characteristics such as the large safety impact bumpers and wraparound panoramic windscreen are in excellent order, and all glass pieces are factory fitted with Saab etchings.  All other trims sections are excellent and original supplying Saab dealer number plates and rear screen sticker remain fitted.  A beautiful example of the Saab 900S, arguably considered one of the last revolutionary and quality vehicles designed by the Swedish firm prior to GM involvement.

INTERIOR
The manufacturers primary focus being safety and comfort is immediately evident as you access the cabin through huge wide-opening doors and sink into the sumptuous and incredibly comfortable seats.  The spotless Horizon velour upholstery in Marine, (Code F44), is in exceptional order with no damage and virtually no wear, commensurate of a car having covered just 65,727 miles under enthusiast long term ownership.  All functions and controls operate perfectly including the Philips PLL Quartz Tuning 550 stereo, and the switch gear and trims sections are pristine.  The headlining is as new having been subject to an expensive re-trim in 2017.  Quirky SAAB features such as the reverse transmission lock and thermostatically controlled heated seats remind you of the maker’s vision for innovation and lateral thinking.  Enormously comfortable and preserved to an outstanding level.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Fitted with the in-line four-cylinder non-catalytic engine of 1985cc displacement, the power output is quoted at 133bhp at 6000rpm and 173Nm at 3000rpm.  The engine performs impeccably having been fastidiously maintained from new, and the engine compartment is beautifully clean with factory stickers, plates and identification tags present and clearly visible.  The five-speed manual M5N gearbox is solid, precise and typically well engineered.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Factory fitted 5½J x 15 light alloy wheels are un-refurbished and remain in excellent order with only faint scratches.  Quality brand 185/60 R15 tyres have good tread levels and the original compact spare is housed in the clean boot area complete with jack and wheel brace.  The boot area even holds the Saab Scania wax treatment and screen washer bottles, and the factory paint and trim code sticker is displayed.  The power assisted braking system incorporates 280mm front and 258mm rear discs to offer very capable stopping power.

HISTORY FILE
Registered new on 10th August 1990 by SAAB Main Dealer, Crightons’ of Peterborough, this example has covered a fully verified 65,727 miles from new with only one former keeper.  The first keeper, Mrs Anne Mosser, owned the vehicle until April 1993 when at less than three years old it returned to Crightons’ of Peterborough to be sold as an Approved Used Saab to the second long term and only keeper since, Mr John Clements.

The history file is fantastic with devoted and fastidious servicing evident throughout.  The original Saab service book displays no less than 26 stamped entries with the supplying dealer up to 2002 and specialist thereafter, the most recent entry in June 2017.  KGF Classic Cars Operations Manager clearly remembers the car having worked for Crightons’ as a teenager many years ago!  The original Saab leather folder also contains all handbooks, guides, radio instructions and even the Salesman and staff member business cards.  A folder of invoices and previous MOT certificates completes the history file along with a new car sales brochure and Saab Service Club membership literature.  This low mileage, original and unmolested example is simply unmissable for the ardent Saab Connoisseur.