14-15th of January!
December 22, 2011 in Saabology, SaabsUnited Related
A group of Saab enthusiasts have joined forces and brought this website online. In the spirit of the original Saab Support Convoy, which was organised in 2010 by Eric van Nimwegen, Sidney Polak, Lindy Dragstra, Stephan Lampe and Roger van Keulen, the14th and 15th of January 2012 will see meetings worldwide to support Saab. Not being in the form of a convoy, but a real meeting where those who support our brand can meet and chat. These are world-wide meetings happening on different locations all over the world during that weekend.
- Have a look at www.outside-saab.com, Facebook Group, Twitter Account, BUY THE STICKER HERE!, Download A4 Poster, Download A3 Poster.
- This initiative is supported by SaabsUnited.com, SAABforum.nl as well as Saab Club Nederland.
- Stickers are 20cm wide and are sold on the SU store for 2,5 Euro per sticker and 4,5 for a pair.
ALL SAAB CLUBS AROUND THE WORLD, WE CALL UPON YOU TO PLEASE ORGANIZE A TIME AND A PLACE FOR PEOPLE TO MEET!
If you know of ANY event being organised please make sure this is mentioned to the outside-saab.com team! Send an email with all relevant details including the venue, date and time and anything else being organised to outsidesaab@gmail.com.
marq101 said on December 22, 2011
nice One
TimR said on December 22, 2011
Hey Mark, wacht nog heel even af, gebeurt dichterbij dan jij denkt
Alex Lee said on December 22, 2011
Waar dan?
kochje said on December 22, 2011
Waae dan? Is dit een “get together?
Ralph said on December 22, 2011
Wat krijge we nou?
kochje said on December 22, 2011
dat moeten we afwachten……
lala said on December 22, 2011
sinds wanneer spreek je nederlands Tim
Marino from Belgium said on December 22, 2011
Is er iets waar ik van hieruit mee kan helpen ? Ik zit net tussen Antwerpen en Hasselt nabij Saab dealer Luyten in Herentals.
nixschel said on December 22, 2011
Marino, stuur even een mailtje naar outsidesaab@gmail.com, dan hebben we je gegevens en laten we direct wat weten!
Jake said on December 22, 2011
What is this hinting at? A support convoy? A sale? A viral advertising campaign? I feel left out…
kochje said on December 22, 2011
me too, so I asked
Rune said on December 22, 2011
This is another round of support meetings to show potential investors that Saab still has a loyal following.
Jake said on December 22, 2011
Hooray! If there’s one in New England, count me in!
Peter Gilbert said on December 22, 2011
Charles River SAAB is doing one. Check out the above new site Outside-SAAB.com
Jake said on December 22, 2011
Hmmm… I might be there; I just discovered the page listing the events…
Jake said on December 22, 2011
Scratch that; I have a music festival that I’m required to play saxophone in in on the 14th! If there are any events on the 15th, I’ll be very grateful!
kochje said on December 22, 2011
Thanks, Rune, so we should not put this in our agenda for an action in the field where our presence will be appreciated.
kochje said on December 22, 2011
Or do we just have to be there, and if so; where is “there”?
Rune said on December 22, 2011
I think the idea is that various gatherings will be arranged. You and your Saab will definitively have to keep these day(s) clear.
I cannot really say, because I have already said much more than I know.
Yerrun said on December 22, 2011
I’d like a high-resolution version ASAP to hang up on every single billboard I can find
TimR said on December 22, 2011
There is one, click on the main image above! =)
MariusGTV said on December 22, 2011
This looks interesting! I will keep a beady eye on developments over the holiday period.
On another matter; any one heard from Swade?
Have a peacful and Merry Christmas.
Griffin Up! Cuore Sportivo!
kochje said on December 22, 2011
Swade did write his last contribution from Australia so he must be there with his family these days.
welshwizard645 said on December 22, 2011
Yes, I think he was based in Saab Australia in Melbourne, now redundant as of the end of the month.
Ivan said on December 22, 2011
Hello
I’m quite new on this forum. I’m big Saab fan and owner…..can someone tell me, is the any chance to fix those things again and to make those wonderful cars again?
Ivan from Slovenia
TurboLover said on December 22, 2011
Welcome!!!!
We hope for new Saabs, but we do not know what is going to happen :-/
matejjordan said on December 22, 2011
Another Slovenian Saab fan..
We hope for the best!!! Can’t wait for the worldwide meetings!
Peter, Sweden said on December 22, 2011
Exciting! And it also coincides nicely with the North American Auto Show… Is it finally time to show the new 900?
Khrisdk said on December 22, 2011
I like the associations the “we are many” brings to my mind
Since Patric Ullaeus and revolver.se is behind the 9-4x video from Mfx.se, let’s view another of his video. With a wedish vband and stragely suitable lyrics:
http://www.youtube.com/user/ranch666?blend=7&ob=video-mustangbase#p/u/7/nZuKF2mWDHg
Thylmuc said on December 22, 2011
…resistance is fultile!
Khrisdk said on December 22, 2011
Where’s Picard when you need him?
DanSaab said on December 22, 2011
I’m in
We will win this round this time too!! We won again GM nearly 2 years ago! WE CAN DO IT AGAIN
kochje said on December 22, 2011
+1
RS said on December 22, 2011
Why do we always have to do this in freaking JANUARY!
My crystal ball tells me it’s going to be at least -20 C.
As stated before I’ve got my Save SAAB sticker sitting in the glove compartment *waiting*. (just in case…)
Peter G. said on December 22, 2011
Most cars don’t even start at -20°C – that way we can have the whole road for ourselves
TurboLover said on December 22, 2011
lol for real
Marque said on December 22, 2011
YES!!! Thanks you guys you made me happy! I’ve wished for this so much!
Sensonic said on December 22, 2011
If this is gonna take place (as well) in Finland, I’m there!
Ivan said on December 22, 2011
Yes, as someone whote few minutes ago – another fan from Slovenia. I have 9-3 and I have to say, that I have one strange problem. I had italian can, german, french, japanese, but Saab have all the best from those cars. I love to go to work, off the work, because I drive my Saab. And now, which car to buy? Volvo is not Volvo anymore, maybe Subaru, Mercedes is for the butchers, Audi for pimps, BMW for ….who knows. I know that money rules the world, but this is insane. Of course we hope for the best, for the people of Trollhattan, but are there any good signs at all in those past two days? Yesterday Mrs. Pang was there. Ivan
karl said on December 22, 2011
Hey Tim, leuk dat je Nederlands praat ! Wordt t in Duitsland gehouden ?
saabhuy said on December 22, 2011
heeft U meer informatie voor deze meeting a.u.b.?
saabsessing said on December 22, 2011
Anyone on board for representing Madison and/or Milwaukee?
TimR said on December 22, 2011
No not yet!
saabtek said on December 22, 2011
Menomonee Falls will represent at least 10 saabs possible from myself and known acquaintances!
nixschel said on December 22, 2011
Can you please send the details of your gathering to outsidesaab@gmail.com, Saabtek? we’ll add it to the list!
Talladegan said on December 22, 2011
“You guys are too good with Google or so.”
Yes you could be right
Bult said on December 22, 2011
read it, the web site is shown on the picture
http://www.outside-saab.com/
Ricky said on December 22, 2011
YES. We CAN….go go go
scmit02 said on December 22, 2011
I know the website is new, but it really needs twitter, facebook, Google+ links to get a strong movement going. Also, if I might recommend that everyone send the link to the manager/owner of their local saab dealer/s and independent shops. Saab of Tampa and Dimmitt Saab (both great dealers) here in Tampa/St. Pete Florida will get a e-mail from me asking them to support the events.
nixschel said on December 22, 2011
all those media sites will be added as soon as we can. We got found out a bit earlier than we had hoped for
We hit the ground running 
oxblod89 said on December 22, 2011
Trollhättan, Sweden! I will be there! Räkna med mig!
Peter, Sweden said on December 22, 2011
+1
Ricky said on December 22, 2011
Please that this LOGO stays on top of the web to 14-15 January
xlx said on December 22, 2011
“We are many” is a great slogan. we are many indeed. many potential customers of Saab (not GM).
Imho it would be useful to see a cumulated number of visitor counts not “only” on SU but also other fan sites and maybe even saab.com. 1-2 impressive numbers without breaking any confidential things. The Saab facebook page counts 100.000+ fans.
Imho still a good argument for a potential buyer. Needs to be collected by someone trusted. SU is here …
belgian_roadster from Eupen, DG said on December 22, 2011
To all Belgian poeple out here. I still have thi big “I love SAAB” sticker from the latest belgian advertising compaign.
It’s in white. So if anyone wants to have it for free, just come and pick it up.
Address: Schauff Automobile SAAB / Rue de Herbesthal 138 / 4700 EUPEN/ Belgium
Tel +32 (0)87 595350
I cannot unfortunately not perticipate as thes will be the first weekend of BMS (Belgian Motorshow) in Brussels and we have local show with our other brand.
aop said on December 22, 2011
Where is Beherman ????
Let’s make something unique here in Belgium, there are a lot of Saab on the streets in Brussels , let’s make this gathering in the EU quartier, I’m sure it will bring a lot of much needed media coverage.
belgian_roadster from Eupen, DG said on December 22, 2011
Jacques Beherman and Philippe Mertens are in Japan to negociate a deal. Unfortunately it is not a SAAB deal.
Send him an email ; philippe.mertens@beherman.com
saabhuy said on December 22, 2011
Je vous sonne demain
Vielen dank!
belgian_roadster from Eupen, DG said on December 22, 2011
Kein Problem Monsieur Etienne Morsa
saaburban said on December 22, 2011
why can’t a Saab support convoys be formed that does not go to detroit or elsewhere to be negative. A convoy that brings medical supplies to africa, euro’s to Greece, toys to orphanages……
Saab always looked out for all it’s drivers n passagers in terms of safety, why cant Saab drivers around the world show that “we” are the same as our cars and the company that once made them – full of heart.
Marque said on December 22, 2011
I guess that you mention is a different league of play. Yes it could be organized but we are not a formal associaton, foundation or anything that is meant to be active in the field of charity.
Apart from that, of course anyone can be a giver, however the aim today is different, the need is now to show off the worldwide support for saab, evidence that we care (and not a tiny-bit for that matter)
I agree it should NOT be shown with any aspect of negativity however. The message should be very, very good natured, that’s a key imho.
On a footnote though, to bring euros to Greece is a kind of nonsense, and I guess the situation with Saab, nor with Greece, are something to be taken this lightly!
hakim said on December 22, 2011
It’s good idea ,I’m from Jordan and want saap to raise up again
hughw said on December 22, 2011
As a true believer, it’s really been a rough week, Like many of you, I’m still holding out hope that some white knight will swoop in and pick up Saab in one piece and make them alive again. But really, the 14th or 15th of January? By then I suspect Saab will be saved or really be on the ash bin of history. I appreciate that it takes time to organize something like this, but what’s the point if its going to be over one way or the other by then.
TimR said on December 22, 2011
Why not? Its a fun thing and if we are lucky it could also be a productive thing!
RS said on December 22, 2011
I think it’s the build up to the event that’s important, not least to support those negotiating in THN. Even better if the international press would runs the story. But I agree it will probably became a great celebration or one huge wake for the factory.
saabfan9 said on December 22, 2011
anything planned for chicago? same location (ikea)?
Tilley said on December 22, 2011
Who’s in for a Montreal, Canada meeting?
TimR said on December 22, 2011
Check with Springmans Saab, they might be organizing one!
Tilley said on December 22, 2011
I’ll give them a try, although they are on the other side of the continent – only a 5 hour flight !
North Toronto Punter said on December 22, 2011
Rest assured, The Torontonians shall mobilize too! I’m sure the Toronto-based ‘Saab Club of Canada’ will be cooordinating some for GTA folk.
kochje said on December 22, 2011
I will keep these dates free; in Belgium if possible but in the Netherlands if needed; but I will be present.
JH said on December 22, 2011
Very nice, I plan to join the convoy to Trollhättan.
ztele said on December 22, 2011
If you guys want a logo for the new Facebook profile look, I made one:
http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/708/saab1.png/
David said on December 22, 2011
Though we cannot be there in person I thought we should do ‘our bit’ here in the UK’s West Country.
So we have the ‘GWS January Stroll for SAAB 2012′
More info here:
http://gwsforum.proboards.com/index.cgi?action=display&board=placestogothingstodo&thread=1107&page=1
All SAAB owners welcome!
Merry Christmas from Great Western SAABs
Alex said on December 22, 2011
Great idea David, when i saw the date i thought you might decide to combine the two together,are you going to review your uksaabs posting?
David said on December 22, 2011
Thanks Alex, the UKS links have already been done. Could be quite a memorable day.
David said on December 22, 2011
Is that any reason for SAAB enthusiasts to no longer enthuse?
Trued said on December 22, 2011
NO reasons at all. I might sound like good old Bagdad-Bob, but it is for from over. Saab is a strong brand with even stronger supporters. We will outflank all the non interested risk capitalist and all lame government.
We have the numbers on our side and combined the actual money the money that buys Saab cars.
DanSaab said on December 22, 2011
+1
orion said on December 22, 2011
Our dealer stay’s put with Saab, rented his office/showroom for another 5 years (from jan.2012) and decided to grow even bigger! It’s not over yet.
Khrisdk said on December 22, 2011
I think you missed a few points regarding what SAAB is.
karl said on December 22, 2011
Tim, Any news today ?
Allan B said on December 22, 2011
Yeah, any news?
orion said on December 22, 2011
HUH?
akis96 said on December 22, 2011
Hi! For the Austrian readers: Please turn to Austrian Saab-Club. I posted the Save-Saab-Day on our website saab-club.at. If you want to participate or have comments or ideas pleae e-mail me @ alexander.koenig@saab-club.at
Thanks! Merry X-Mas to you all
PS: Finally being able to doing something again feels much better then waiting for good new day in and day out…
nixschel said on December 22, 2011
Can you send your meeting details to outsidesaab@gmail.com please? It will be added to the page on outside-saab.com
Frank Wulfers said on December 22, 2011
Anyone in Michigan / Midwest USA interested in a meet? I am trying to get something going: http://saabworld.net/f107/outside-saab-january-14-15-midwest-usa-24708/
saabyurk said on December 22, 2011
Boyne City is a little too far for me, I need something I can make there and back in a day. If someone organizes something near Cleveland, or at least south of Flint, I’ll most likely go.
Frank Wulfers said on December 22, 2011
I was definitely thinking something in Detroit Metro area. It’ll hopefully be close enough for Cleveland and Chicago Saabers to meet up.
Baver said on December 22, 2011
Wish I was in the area, but Detroit would be a most excellent idea. I would urge all people in the area to do a mass gathering there. As big as humanly possible!
orion said on December 22, 2011
Blocking the gates of GM, or so?
Baver said on December 22, 2011
How I would love to see that at GM’s corporate offices, but this is on a weekend, so it wouldn’t have any impact. Of course, if it was during the week, preventing senior GM staff from doing work MAY actually help the company by not advancing any more of their short-sighted and anti-human agenda.
orion said on December 22, 2011
+1
Frank Wulfers said on December 22, 2011
It’ll be a pro-Saab meet, not an anti-GM protest.
Irish Badger said on December 22, 2011
Hi Frank,
I am in Metro-Detroit – happy to show up. Let me know wherever. If the RenCen won’t work perhaps we could do a “Roger & Me” and show up outside Dan Akerson’s (CEO of GM) house? [We would need to find out where in Bloomfield Hills / Birmingham / Grosse Pointe he lives]
Baver said on December 22, 2011
I wish I had the money to fly out and join you.
Nick said on December 23, 2011
I’d definitely drive up from the Toledo area to join.
Ivan said on December 22, 2011
Hi
tell me please something because I don’t know much about Sweden system. Is there any realistic chance to save Saab, to make those cars again and to make Trollhattan people and us happy again? I still belive in miracle and …..
Ivan
TimR said on December 22, 2011
Yes there is! It is being worked on right now!
Ivan said on December 22, 2011
Thanks. Do you know something we don’t? I’m not asking what, but that silence makes me think. Example: nothing about visit of Mrs. Pang yesterday.
Red J said on December 22, 2011
Ivan,
YM came to Sweden to try to buy Saab as a whole, they are working on that, and in this case no news means good news, or at lest no fail.
This is all we know.
Ivan said on December 22, 2011
Thank you! I come from Slovenia, we hav
e bad times here, many people don’t work and this is really hard time for them. And that is why I’m sorry for Saab employers. Thank you once more! Ivan
Thylmuc said on December 23, 2011
That’s sad to hear. Didn’t know that the economical situation is that bad. I happen to have a horse from Slovenia, so am somewhat attached
lol said on December 22, 2011
Prefer to believe it’s the end. Too many hopes, too many deals, VA, Hawtai, Pang Da, NSC, youngman…..prefer to have good surprise, but too tired. Sorry.
Xavier Saab said on December 22, 2011
Je propose une opération permanente pour réveiller le monde la route .
Operation name a “Wink for SAAB”
I propose to show our support and commitment to a permanent operation “Wink for SAAB”
Each driver driving a SAAB is calling for PHARE each time it crosses another SAAB.
Read more on website Club Passion Saab (French Club)
http://www.club-passion-saab.fr/forum/discussion-conviviale-et-actualite/rencontre-saab-14-et-15-janvier-2012/
Ivan said on December 22, 2011
Thanks. Do you know something we don’t? I’m not asking what, but that silence makes me think. Example: nothing about visit of Mrs. Pang yesterday.
Martin T16s said on December 22, 2011
David & Alex i would like to attend for sure. As a result of this I have lost my job after 36yrs working for Saab so would like to bring my beautiful 900 T16s SALOON along.
Martin
Turboladdade said on December 22, 2011
Anything for Chicago yet?
Saablime said on December 23, 2011
Here’s to all the people not giving up Saab and taking action to do something about it.
9395 said on December 23, 2011
Hello,
Christian Skovbjerg of Aktive Motors will be hosting a “We Are Many, We Are SAAB” meeting on Saturday, January 14, 2012 at noon in Oakville(Greater Toronto Area), Canada for all SAAB owners and enthusiasts who would like to show their support for this iconic brand. In light of SAAB’s uncertain future, this will be a gathering to show that we still believe and hope one day that SAAB will rise again……..regards, Saxel
Kyle Merrihew said on December 23, 2011
Would love to see an actual saab convoy in New England……please let me know if there is one…
mtario said on December 23, 2011
Anyone from Montréal, Canada?
Y a-t-il quelque chose d’organisé à Montréal ?