Saab 900 Convertible 86 93 (Ocr)
Saab 900 Convertible 86 93 (Ocr)
Saab 900 Convertible 86 93 (Ocr)
Saab
SWEDEN 1986-1993
Saabs have always enjoyed a reputation as solidly built, safe cars, but
a convertible was a new departure. It was an instant hit in California
and across the world, combining smart lines with a superb soft top.
In turbocharged form, it was also a serious performance car.
VITAL STATISTICS
131 mph
160 bhp
at 3,000 rpm
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2,833 lbs.
24 mpg
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$33,712
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NUMBER 78
Produced by
Saab Automobile AB,
Trollhatten, Sweden
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"It's a breeze to lower the snug-fitting power soft top and soak up the
sun, but the Saab is not just about posing. It's a very nimble car in its
own right- it does the '!.-mile in 15.7 seconds-and it's
refined and comfortable to ride in,
though the wind noise is notably
louder than in the sedan. There is
some cowl-shake and vibration, but
the 900 benefits from an essentially
safe front-whee/ drive layout. "
Tasteful wood inserts give the cabin a classy
feel and the upright driving position affords
a good view for roofless driving.
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The 900 sedan could hardly be called beautiful, but that's not true
of the Convertible. Swedish quality plus safety-conscious engineering
and design integrated perfectly with U.S. soft-top technology.
Turbo engine
The availability of Saab's most powerful 16-valve turbo engine
made the 900 Convertible the star of the Saab range. By using
a Garrett AiResearch T3 turbocharger, the twin-cam engine
produces at least 160 bhp and can go as high as 185 bhp.
Strengthened bodyshell
Saab's decision not to fit a
roll-over bar looks great but
required substantial underbody reinforcement. There
are 2-inch-high steel rocker
panel reinforcements, plus
transverse members beneath
the rear seats and behind the
backrests. The A-pillars have
secondary uprights and the
windshield is strengthened.
Inclined windshield
The 900 sedan was noted for its very upright windshield .
In order to make it function better with the soft top, the
Convertible's windshield is raked back by an extra four
inches, which also makes it look more attractive.
Chopped top
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Bosch fuel
injection
The 900 Convertible completely transformed the image of the 900 model.
ORIGINAL PRICE
1991
CURRENT VALUE
$33,712
$6.400-$22,400
PRODUCTION TOTAL
16-valve
configuration
Catalytic
converter
Little extras
The Saab 900 was a quirky
and individualistic choice
as a sedan but highly
desirable as a convertible.
The best version is a latemodel turbo, perhaps
with an Aero body
styling kit and a Special
Performance Group
mechanical package.