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1990 Saab 900 Spg Turbo 5-speed, Ltd Production, Appreciating Classic on 2040-cars

US $8,950.00
Year:1990 Mileage:156400
Location:

Charlottesville, Virginia, United States

Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
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Saab sold only 771 high performance SPG (Special Performance Group) editions in 1990.  The SPG limited production/high performance version of the 900 turbo were produced from 1985-1991. Most were black but they were also occasionally offered in red and silver. All were 2-door hatchbacks, 5-speeds with higher performance turbo chargers, SPG side skirts, upgraded suspension etc. 1990 is the preferred year as this is the only year that Saab used a better performing/more reliable Mitsubishi sourced turbo.

I am a Saab collector and recently added two older Saabs to my collection. You can only drive so many cars and I find I enjoy the older classics- Those of you who have specifically had the SPG on your bucket list will appreciate the superior condition of this particular car. From what I can tell, it still wears the original black paint which has a beautiful shine, reflecting the fact that it has always been garaged. I've had the car on the lift with my Saab mechanic recently and there are zero rust issues anywhere except for minor surface rust on the battery box. This car has spent its entire life in the south (Tennessee and Virginia). The gentlemen I bought the car from was also a Saab enthusiast and did most of the maintenance himself. Here is a list of work that he did during the last 10,000 miles:

- all new motor mounts
- replaced all belts
- new alternator
- new starter
- converted a/c to 134
- new battery (6/2013)
- new brake reservoir
- new heater control valve
- new turbo oil supply line
- new fuel sending unit
- new muffler with lifetime warranty
- new aftermarket cd stereo with new rear speakers

I do not do my own maintenance ...all the following work was all done in November 2013 by a Saab Specialist shop:

- complete tune up and oil/filter change
- replaced power steering pump
- replaced rear brake pads and rotors
- replaced valve cover gasket
- replaced both inner cv joints
- replaced both outer cv boots
- replaced all front ball joints
- replaced both outer tie-rod ends
- installed 4 new KYB shocks

The interior is in excellent condition... a couple of minor dash cracks in the usual places for Saab 900's. All leather is very good...there is one small (1 inch) seam split in the drivers seat bottom. The carpet is good- no major wear or tears...newer gray rubber floor mats. The headliner is excellent and tight. The rear gray deck lid (covers trunk area) has minor fading. The original donut spare appears unused. Original Saab toolbox under trunk floor is complete including all tools. All glass is excellent with one minor nick on front windshield. I believe the front window glass was replaced at some point in time because it has none of the usual nicks and wear you'd expect of a car with this vintage. The drivers side window needs a new rubber scraper (a $25 part) as the one there now is brittle. The sunroof opens and seals as it should- no leaks.

The photos tell the story with the exterior... a few of the usual stone chips on the lip of the hood which have been touched up. Saab makes a fitted black tape you can put on this lip for future protection. There is a small less than an inch long "dimple" on the roof that would not photograph. All four Saab turbo wheels are in excellent condition. Tires have approximately 80% tread life. The car was inspected in October and has a Virginia 10/2014 sticker. One of the front headlights appears very slightly loose but may only be missing a screw. The under bumper fog lights were removed by a previous owner.

I have the original owners manual, binder and all books. I have two keys.

This SPG starts right up and idles perfectly. The turbo spools up as it should and the car accelerates as you would expect, with enhanced power better than the standard Saab turbo. I have no oil leaks and no fluid leaks. I have never tried the cruise control so I can't say if it is operable or not. All dash gauges are operable and accurate. The clutch engages where it should and the shifter engages effortlessly. I've owned six Saab 900's over the years and the only recurring issue that I've encountered with several cars is a leaking power steering pump. I had the pump in this car replaced 2 months ago.

If you have been looking for a SPG that is not a project- not perfect but in excellent condition... one that you can get in and drive and not have to worry about any impending maintenance issues- this is the one. I've learned the hard way that cars with "needs" always end up costing more in the long run. The reserve is set $1,000 less than what I have in it.  I am happy to show the car in-person and you are welcome to speak to my Saab mechanic about the recent work (receipts provided).

Email me with any questions or to make an appointment to see and drive the car. Garaged in Charlottesville, Va (22901). The car is also for sale locally for $8950 and the auction may be ended early if an acceptable offer is received.





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