Impeccable '92 Saab 9000 Turbo + Endless Swag on 2040-cars
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Body Type:Hatchback
Engine:2.3L 2290CC l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 4
Make: Saab
Model: 9000
Trim: Turbo Hatchback 4-Door
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: FWD
Options: Sunroof, Cassette Player, Leather Seats, CD Player
Mileage: 151,167
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag
Sub Model: Turbo
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: Platana Grey Metallic Clearcoat
Interior Color: Grey
- Saab lovers, enjoy! One of the best '92s in existence - inside, outside, mechanically, headliner, dashboard, period. I've updated that pesky throttle computer to the version they used in the later Aeros - bingo! Numerous subtle performance upgrades including exhaust, ECM, and suspension. The wheels - oh, the wheels. I've even got an extra set, and for that matter, an extra running(ish) numbers (and paint) matching '92 turbo parts car, either or both of which I can offer you at additional cost. Alas, it seems I'm getting out of the game... time for you to take advantage! Oh yeah, and it goes like a bat out of hell. The Swedish plate on the front is a shortening of the name I've come up with... Svenskapow!
- The paint and body are in Very VERY Good condition. I've tried to detail all noticeable issues in photos. Things that were impractical or impossible to photograph are listed here. There are approx. 3 tiny chips on the front sides of things here and there, the airdam is completely in tact, and looking quite good, though it has touched the ground on very seldom occasion. There is a sub-dime-sized bubble that is miles away from actually breaking through the paint on the front flare of the driver's side rear wheel-well, and that's really it. Just Look At It!!!
- The two mechanical/electrical issues I am aware of at this time are that the SRS sensor light blinks in the instrument cluster, and that the cruise control doesn't work. The cruise went with my throttle computer update, and as the computer that runs the cruise lives right next door to the throttle control unit, under the driver's seat, I suspect this function can be restored simply - and I know a guy who could help, if you don't.
- Pricing on extras will be as follows. Spare set of pristine identical wheels including hard to find low profile Blizzaks with under 1000 miles on them - $900. Spare set of nice Saab Alloy Wheels of a smaller diameter with low mileage winter tires - $700. Identical (save for the interior color) Great Shape Parts Car - $1200
- I am the third caring and loving owner of this piece of automotive art. I purchased it two and a half years ago from the second owner in Chicago, and while keeping it garaged and in pristine shape, I've put less than 5000 miles on it myself.
- I encourage longer distance buyers to take this listing seriously. If you're outside of a 600 mile radius of Pittsburgh, please get in touch to talk pickup/delivery plans before bidding. Otherwise I can drive to you (potentially at shared expense depending on distance), drive to meet you halfway, or make the car available for pickup at the Pittsburgh Airport. I have complete confidence in the car's readiness for even cross-country-sized road trips.
- Work done within the past month - Brand new uniroyal low profile tigerpaw all season tires, Full Synthetic Oil Change, Air Conditioning Dye and Recharge, Full PA State and County Emissions Inspection, and a brand new NOS Saab Headlight Switch.
- Clutch is in Great Shape and has a confidence inspiring middle to low engagement point. Groundbreaking (for 1992) electronic throttle and integrated traction control system are in full working order, and the traction control can be tastefully deleted by many clever Saab shops around the country. Since chipped, horsepower has been in the 220-240 range, aftermarket suspension is tight and quite level in the corners, full stainless exhaust looks great and sounds even better (on the pleasant side of tasteful but still throaty). This engine loves the 2500-4500rpm range, and so does the boost gauge. I have service records going back to the dawn of time.
- If you're looking for a nice, fast, fun, and practical vintage Saab, what more could you want? I'm sure someone of you can answer that question, so get in touch, and I'll do my best to get you what you need in terms of info, assurances, and additional photos.
- WINNER TAKES THE RIDE IN THIS NO-RESERVE AUCTION - BID WITH CONFIDENCE, THIS IS THE REAL DEAL!!!!!
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