{"product_id":"saab-cars-1949-to-2011-92-96v4-the-original-the-complete-story-3-book-set","title":"SAAB: Cars 1949 to 2011, 92-96V4 The Original \u0026 The Complete Story 3 Book Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis handy full-color guide covers the complete history of \u003cstrong\u003eSaab\u003c\/strong\u003e’s cars. Chapters cover each of Saab’s models, including the 93 and 96 saloons that enjoyed much success in rallying, the 95 station wagon and the striking Sonett sports cars. The \u003cstrong\u003eSaabO caravan\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003eFormula Junior racing car\u003c\/strong\u003e built during this period are also presented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than a dozen years after the last cars rolled off the production lines in \u003cstrong\u003eTrollhättan\u003c\/strong\u003e, Saab still commands a keen following among car enthusiasts around the world. During the 60 years of its existence, Saab became renowned for the aerodynamic design, technical innovation and sturdy construction of its cars, which famously appealed to individualists and creative thinkers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story begins with the \u003cstrong\u003e‘Ursaab\u003c\/strong\u003e’ prototype and the original 92, which went into production in 1949 as the company branched out from aircraft manufacture after the war; it continues through to the final second-generation 9-5 models in 2011, launched when the company was struggling to stay afloat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual chapters are devoted to each of Saab’s models, including the 93 and 96 saloons, which enjoyed much success in rallying, the 95 station wagon and the striking Sonett sports cars. The SaabO caravan and the Formula Junior racing car that Saab built during this period are also presented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese early models were followed by the larger 99 and the much-loved and highly successful 900 range. The book features detailed specifications for each version of these two models, including the first turbocharged variants, with which Saab has become synonymous. In 1985, the 9000 took the marque further upmarket and into partnership with Fiat, Lancia and Alfa Romeo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guide continues into the 1990s and 2000s, when \u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Motors\u003c\/strong\u003e progressively took control of Saab’s automotive division. Its bestsellers during this period were its 9-3 and 9-5 ranges, based on GM platforms. Less well-known, especially in Europe, are its 9-4X and 9-7X all-wheel-drive models, not forgetting the 9-2X, a badge-engineered version of the Subaru Impreza. All these models are also presented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach chapter provides an introduction to the development and evolution of each model, as well as comprehensive technical information. Production numbers and dates are given, as well as details of limited editions. The book is extensively illustrated in full colour, with many archive photographs from Saab Automobile and the Saab Car Museum showing the cars’ interior and exterior design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete history of Saab cars from the original prototype to final generation models\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComprehensive technical information, production numbers and dates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArchive photograps from Saab and the Saab Car Museum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTable of Contents:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaab 92 \u0026amp; derivatives\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaab 92\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaab 93\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaab 94 (Sonett I)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaab 95\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaab 96\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaab Formula Junior racing car\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaabO caravan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaab 97 (Sonett II, V4 \u0026amp; III)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaab 99 \u0026amp; derivatives\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaab 99\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaab 900 'Classic'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaab 90\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaab-Lancia 600\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GM era and beyond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaab 900 'NG'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaab 9-3 1st generation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaab 9-3 2nd generation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaab 9000\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaab 9-5 1st generation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaab 9-5 2nd generation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaab 9-2X\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaab 9-4X\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaab 9-7X\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaunched in 1949 as the 92 before evolving into the 93, \u003cstrong\u003e96 2-stroke and 96V4\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Saab was in production for thirty-one years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA definitive new history from internationally known Saab aficionado \u003cstrong\u003eLance Cole\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSaab Cars - The Complete Story\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a detailed insight into the company's story, from the prototype UrSaab in 1946 to the end of production in 2012. It is a fitting tribute to the spirit and ethos of Saab design and engineering. Explains in detail the design and engineering history of Saab's pioneering work in aerodynamics, form, function and safety. Investigates the history and founding of Saab. Provides in-depth analysis of Saab's early cars and their engineering and design features.Profiles key figures in Saab's manufacturing and rallying success. Charts the days of the 'Save Saab' campagin and the battle to survive, and details the events that led to the company's demise .Includes recollections from Saab workers and those on the factory floor.Stunning visual coverage of the Saab models, with rare archive images and design sketches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLance Cole is the author of ten books, three of them for Crowood; this is his second book on Saab. He has a global reputation not just as a Saab commentator, but also as a journalist and design writer. 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