So beautiful :)
September 28, 2011 in SAAB Automobile AB
This beautiful car belongs to my colleague in Stockholm. I must say that its very nice when Volvo owners want to support us and our work for supporting Saab 
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by TimR
by Trued
Preparations for the Eastern Convoy
September 28, 2011 in Projects, Rally Team, Rumors
Hi everyone, just been to Svenska Bil the place where the Eastern convoy will start 12:00 AM friday. I talked to the manager and checked the coffee and rolls situation. They serve us that from 11:00. Krister and Micael from SUHRT will lead the convoy with our newest creation in the team our “Secret” 99 and the Publimmo Venere 99 Turbo replica of Swedish Rally 1981. I will unfortunately not be going in the convoy I leave for Trollhättan thursday night for should we say some “Early Friday morning business” near Trollhättan.
So there is a great chance that SUHRT surprise the Saab community again. Follow SU and You will be enlighten.
Drive safe to Trollhättan. But lets cause havoc there…. miles and miles of Saab enthusiasm. The Trolls will not mind!
by TimR
October Fest – ANA Special offers!
September 28, 2011 in Uncategorized
These special offers that ANA will have on Saturday, October 1′st.
by TimR
October Fest – ALL THE DETAILS! =)
September 28, 2011 in SaabsUnited Related
It’s been a lot of work to create the october fest in Trollhättan but here it is, here are all the details about the Trollhättan event, downloadable as a PDF file in both English and Swedish.
- ENGLISH VERSION (16,1 Mb)
- SVENSK VERISON (16,1 Mb)
OCTOBER FEST in Surrey / Langley, CANADA: PDF FILE HERE
OCTOBER FEST in Walnut Creek, CA, USA: PDF FILE HERE
by till72
Youngman funds on the way
September 27, 2011 in Uncategorized
ttela.se featured an article today stating that the money from Youngman for the Phoenix platform is already on the way and will most likely arrive at Saab’s accounts this week.
The even more interesting part of the article is that the Phoenix technology only seems to to be a collateral and is not sold right away – you can read it from the press release, but it’s said much clearer here:
Technology License Agreement, including a separate company established in Holland and who also received the Chinese authorities’ blessing, involves the use of Phoenix technology for next-generation Saab models as collateral to obtain funds from the future owner Youngman.
If Saab can not pay back the most respondents Skr 650 million to get Youngman access to the Phoenix technology, but not the exclusive ownership. But if Youngman is the owner and make an equity investment dissolve this contract up. The Chinese owner may then make a new negotiating for access to the Phoenix technology if you want to use it to their own production.
by RobinM
Saab GB press release, SAAB KNOW HOW
September 27, 2011 in News
A CHANGE FOR THE BETTER WITH WINTER TYRES
Being Swedish, Saab knows a thing or two about winter driving, and because you can’t always trust the weather, you need to trust your tyres.
Tyres are the only part of a car in contact with the road surface, making it vital that they are suitable for the road conditions. With winter approaching, it’s the ideal time to be thinking about switching to a set of winter tyres.
Saab is offering alloy wheels and winter tyre packages from only £559 including VAT*. Customers interested in this package should contact their local Saab dealership for more information including fitting charges and tyre storage options.
David Leighton, Business Development Manager for Aftersales at Saab GB, comments: “The average temperature across the country between November and March is less than 7 degrees celsius.
by ryanonsrc
Lars-Erik Meets Hirsch
September 27, 2011 in Uncategorized
Last week, I posted an introduction to Lars-Erik, my 2007 9-3 Arc SS. I even posted a video on YouTube showing Lars-Erik in action. But, what I failed to mention is that thousands of miles away, in the country of Switzerland, a set of beautifully crafted high-quality leather handles were being prepared for shipment to the USA, destined to be installed in my 9-3 SS. Hirsch sleeps and breathes Saab.
Their sole purpose is to provide wonderful enhancements to the Saab experience. Something that enthusiasts will deeply appreciate, each and every time they embark on a journey .
It is important not to think of Hirsch as somehow fixing deficiencies in our cars. But, think of it as pairing a fine cheese with an elegant wine (whether the car is the Cheese and the Hirsch add-ons are a wine, or visa versa, may depend on your perspective).
Last week, to much to my excitement, I received the Hirsch door handle set in the mail. This kit includes four door handles, one parking brake handle and a smart handle. All of which are crafted in high-quality leather. The picture to the left depicts my 9-3 after all of which have been installed. The trickiest part of the installation was the parking brake handle.
by TimR
October Fest: FRIDAY EVENING MINGLE!
September 27, 2011 in SaabsUnited Related
IN ENGLISH
After a long drive I bet most people are extremely eager to meet up with everyone else, so at the Hotel Swania we have arranged for a mingle-meet with a nice swedish buffet available for anyone who is hungry.
The mingle starts at 19:00 and we have our own private area at the hotel. We might get to see some nice VIP’s there as well, if they have the time to spare!…
We’ll continue until about 22:00 or something like that.
The food is very typical swedish, costs 199 SEK and includes:
- Swanias own shrimp-mix with bread
- Gin and pepper-baked salmon with chef’s creme
- Herb-roasted chicken with mousse and fried bacon
- Lightly fried fine meat with cranberries
- 1 beer / wine / cider or non-alcoholic drink
We need to know aprox how many would like order food, please send an e-mail to friday@saabsunited.se at the latest on wednesday afternoon if you want to eat at the event.
PÅ SVENSKA!
Efter en lång åktur antar vi att de flesta är väldigt sugna på att träffa alla andra och prata lite, så vi har ordnat en mingell-kväll på Hotel Swania med en fin svensk buffé för alla som skulle råka vara hungriga.
Minglet börjar kl 19:00 och vi har vår egen privata del av hotellet. Vi kanske får träffa lite trevliga VIP gäster också, om dom har tid förstås!
Menyn är väldigt svensk, kostar 199 kr och inkluderar följande:
- Swanias räkröra smaksatt med pepparrot på mörkt bröd
- Gin & peppargravad lax med hovmästarecrème
- Örtrostad kyckling med Västerbottenmousse och knaperstekt bacon
- “Mini” Wallenbergare med rårörda lingon
- Inkl.1 dryck (öl/vin/cider eller alk.fritt alt)
Vi behöver dock veta hur många som är intresserade av detta senast onsdag eftermiddag så vänligen skicka ett e-mail till friday@saabsunited.se om ni skulle vilja äta.
by RobinM
Convoy to October Fest, 1. Update
September 26, 2011 in News
Convoy from Northern Germany with updated location ideas and maps.
I hope you can understand everything Red and I have tried to plan.
Puttgarden 10.55,
meet just outside the ferry terminal,
Red and I are booked onto the 11.15,
so we will join the queues at 11.00.
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Rodbyhavn,
meet and re group as we leave the ferry in the laybys,
we will leave no earlier than 12.00
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by TimR
Airbus Vs Saab
September 26, 2011 in Editorial
No this is not a competition between aircraft manufacturers but more a comparison of the features offered in an Airbus A321 and what Saab should offer in its coming models.
The reason why I chose the Airbus A321 is simple, thats the plane I fly when I go to work. I’m actually writing this at 34’000 ft (10’360 m) up in the air, and the thoughts that have been going through my mind are what could Saab do to make their cars much more inspired by aircraft.
Military aircraft are in a category of its own, they are not designed to do a job of transporting people, I know, I’ve worked with the JAS 39 Gripen and one should not compare a car with a fighter-jet, even though Saab loves to say that they have a heritage of fighter-jets in their blood. Well the aircraft that Saab actually sold most of was not a fighter, but the very successful Saab 340 and Saab 2000 medium range turbo-prop transport aircraft. They were extremely modern when they were launched in to the aircraft market, a bit expensive yes, but very efficient, good-working and safe!
Saab cars do carry some features from these aircraft that not a lot of people know about, but its right there, in every newish Saab. In aircraft this featured is called the inhibit function. What it basically does is inhibits the computers and warning systems from issuing warnings to the pilots when they don’t need to see them. Sounds stupid? Well not really…
Imagine a pilot taking off, he is “driving” the aircraft on the runway at almost 300 km/h, does he really need to know if the aircraft is running low on washer fluid?, yes we do actually have that as well! =)
The answer is pretty clear. No… What the system does is inhibit “non-essential” warnings at a time when complete focus of the driver is needed on something else. Saab has exactly the same system built into its cars. When for example overtaking or braking, the car inhibits all non-essential warnings from appearing until the car has entered into a more normal mode.
This I’m afraid is one of the actual few real-life functions that you can find that directly has the same application in a modern transport aircraft. The Airbus A321 I’m flying in right now has tons of features that I would love to have in a car and brace yourselves, this article is going to become BIG!
by TimR
Oct 1st is closing in…
September 26, 2011 in SaabsUnited Related
Our small event on october 1st is closing in fast. This weekend has been a busy one for me with lots of things to do both at home, at work and with SaabsUnited. We have received a large amount of dinner ticket requests and we’re working with them as fast as we can but please have patience! So far it looks like everyone will get a ticket! =)
Today is the last day for ordering dinner tickets, so if you want to be part of this great event I suggest that you send an e-mail to dinner@saabsunited.se and reserve your place!
A few more very interesting additions have been confirmed for the talks during the evening as well that we will announce shortly!
I’ll be away with some office work today and I’ll be back this evening so I leave the site to my good friends in the crew! Have a nice day! =)
by TimR
October Fest: MAPTUN SPECIALS!
September 26, 2011 in MapTun
These offers are only available via www.maptun.com and on location at the SaabsUnited October Fest in Trollhättan.
All engine software upgrades: 30% Discount. Get your car tuned on location at ANA in Trollhättan.
You can pre-order all other products offered via www.maptun.com with the promotion code: SUOFST which will be activated on Wednesday morning, central european time. Pre-ordered items will be delivered to the October Fest in Trollhättan. You may also order products for home delivery with the promotion code but only between October 1st and October 7th.
MapTun will offer very special deals on brakes, tuning kits, suspension kits, lowering kits, air filters and many other cool performance items.
MapTun will have 4 real performance cars on display on location in Trollhättan. Together with MapTun we wish everyone a warm welcome to the SaabsUnited October Fest in Trollhättan and all the support locations around the world.
by RobinM
Fab Aero 9-5 Diamond Cut
September 25, 2011 in News
Stephen Smith, Sales Director of Humberside Saab sent us these fantasic images of a Superb looking 9-5 with Diamond Cut Alloys fitted.
I just had to send some pictures to you of a car we have
just delivered at Humberside saab it looks the part as you will see from the
images. It was an Aero and we upgraded the alloys with the diamond cut
black/silver alloys and they looked fab…!!!After speaking to the lady after delivery she confirms it’s
the best car she has ever owner..!!
Please enjoy.
A few more, larger, pictures can be found at http://www.flickr.com/photos/trollpowersaab/sets/72157626596402165/
by ryanonsrc
SU Octoberfest: Walnut Creek, CA (SF Bay Area) **UPDATED … Again
September 25, 2011 in Uncategorized
The SaabsUnited Oktoberfest, which is taking place on October 1, 2011 has become an international event. For those that will be in or near the San Francisco Bay Area, during that time, Dirito Brothers Walnut Creek Saab will be hosting the SaabsUnited Octoberfest, representing California!
When: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Where: 2031 N. Broadway, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
by JasonPowell
Swedish Dealer Showing Enthusiasm
September 24, 2011 in Uncategorized
We had an email today that is really worth sharing. Now not being from Sweden myself, I know nothing of this dealer and would welcome them to send us a story about themselves, their staff and their commitment to the Saab brand. It’s great to hear from Swedish dealers that are standing behind the brand that for many years made them a lot of money. When things got tough not all of the dealers stood behind Saab and some have even been just as nasty as some of the Swedish media. Thank you to Bengt in Scania for sharing this story with us.
Hej!
Sorry about my Swenglish!
I took a little spin in my Sonett today to check brakes and other things after some time in the garage. I visited our local Saab and Opel dealer Hörby Bil & Traktor www.bilotraktor.com just to say hello and ask about how they are feeling about Saab and the future.
They normally just have open weekdays but today they had open house on a saturday and there have been a lot of customers, all looking for Saabs. There is also some Saab customer ordering the new 9-5 Combi. The Saab dealer was very enthusiastic about the future. He is looking forward to the start up at the factory and sent greetings to Trollhättan and the October Fest.
This small dealer in Hörby is well known for years in my part of Sweden, Scania. OK it´s small, no fancy buildings and so on but many Saab owners in Scania have their service done at the work shop.
All the best and see you at the October fest!
Bengt in Scania
