Saab Cars 1949 to 2011: A Pictorial History

This handy, full-color guide traces the complete history of Saab automobiles. Chapters cover each Saab model, including the highly successful rally-winning 93 and 96 sedans, the 95 station wagon, and the remarkable Sonett sports cars. The SaabO caravan and the Formula Junior racing car built during this period are also featured.

More than twelve years after the last cars rolled off the production lines in Trollhättan, Saab continues to enjoy a lively following among car enthusiasts around the world. Throughout its 60-year history, Saab has distinguished itself through its aerodynamic design, technical innovation, and robustness, captivating individualists and creatives.

This handy, full-color guide traces the complete history of Saab automobiles. The story begins with the “Ursaab” prototype and the original 92, which went into production in 1949 when the company withdrew from aircraft production after the war. It continues through to the final second-generation models, the 9-5, launched in 2011 as the company struggled to stay afloat.

Each chapter provides an introduction to the development and evolution of each model, as well as comprehensive technical information. Production numbers and dates are listed, along with details on limited editions. The book is extensively illustrated in color, with numerous archival photographs from Saab Automobile and the Saab Car Museum showcasing the cars’ interior and exterior designs.