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1999 Saab 9-3 Viggen 3 Door Coupe. on 2040-cars

Year:1999 Mileage:220000 Color: Blue /
  black/blue two-tone leather
Location:

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:2.3L 2290CC 140Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
Fuel Type:unleaded premium
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: YS3DP35G8X7063152 Year: 1999
Make: Saab
Model: 9-3
Trim: Viggen Hatchback 2-Door
Options: Sunroof, Leather Seats, CD Player
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag
Drive Type: FWD M/T
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Windows
Mileage: 220,000
Sub Model: Viggen
Exterior Color: Blue
Disability Equipped: No
Interior Color: black/blue two-tone leather
Warranty: no. as-is.
Number of Cylinders: 4
Condition: UsedA vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections.Seller Notes:"damage on front end, radiator leaks, transmission is missing second, third and fourth gears, body damage behind door passenger side. used sold as-is where is no warranties, guarantees or the like expressed or implied. car is described to best of seller's knowledge with no known defect hidden."

 This listing is for a 1999 Saab 9-3 Viggen coupe (three door) with 5 speed manual transmission.

the car has between 210 and 220,000 miles on it (been a while since I fired up the digital cluster). clean and clear MN title with Lien release in hand.

car has front right damage to the headlight and grille. valueable Viggen bumper was un touched. also has a large wrinkle in the passenger side quarter panel behind the door.

radiator leaks from the front impact with a trailer hitch.

engine starts right up even though gas is two years old now. no boost leaks, car is fast quiet and powerful. engine is great.

transmission is missing second, third and fourth gears. first, fifth and reverse work fine. assume trans is trash.

interior is black/blue two-tone leather in pretty decent shape. no rips or tears but is worn to normal levels with the age and miles. Viggen aluminum dashboard panel in good shape. factory head unit and HVAC all in place.

rear spoiler, bumper and side skirts all present and in good condition.

wheels are 18" VoXX with Kumho ecsta AST rubber. all hold air. tread is ok but not great. brakes work well.



any questions PLEASE ask before bidding. remember your bid is a legally binding contract to buy the car.


Vehicle is also for sale locally, if it sells locally, I reserve the right to end the auction at any time and sell to a local party.

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