My 02 9-3 Convertible broke down 233 miles from Sturgis on my way to the convention. Ended up towing it back to Missouri and missed everything. Thanks for filming this, at least I get to see some of what I missed out on.
I appreciate you taking the time to document this event as it unfolds. I was told that there were very few NG9-5's there but I was surprised to hear how many C900's were there! Thanks again!
Can only be there virtually, though I wish I could be there IRL. Old dogs and jobs you know! Nice to hear those 900s running well, particularly the verts. I love the sound of mine. Thanks for the post, and will look forward to more.
Glad you took a ride with Carl -- spoiler alert -- it's not just a video of cars standing still in a parking lot. A typical ride in the Black Hills, lots of greenery, lots of sun =) drop top fun
Thanks for posting!! Really wanted to go this year. Always wondered what striping the hood curves would look like, now seeing it looks good on the car at 1:05! He is right about the T5 swap. Changes it from an engine that runs like a 70's beemer, to a late 90's Saab.
@@AutoAutopsy Yep. The way my SPG ran with just the Swedish Dynamic upgrades and no T5, was very similar to that last 900 Classic you rode in. Hilariously fast. T5 would have smoothed the edges of mine to be sure, with better ignition, timing, boost and fuel control. If you can find the parts, it is a good choice, but you will need a stronger clutch than stock if you go over 240hp. My brand new stocker started slipping almost immediately. I remember hearing the 9000 or 9-5 clutch and flywheel would fit it.
Thanks for filming Jacob, sure looks like a great time, I made Albany last year but couldn't make this year. Will try to make next year, any word on where it is going to be, I'm in Florida. Thanks again for all you do to keep the Saab name alive.
I heard it might be in Chicago next year for the 50th (I think?) convention to go back to where the first one was - then again some speculated that it was going to be in Chicago last year as well so take it with a grain of salt.
You really know your Saabs! My first car was a 9000 -90 light blue metallic with rims like those at 6:14. Unfortunately someone broke into it, which I heard is very easy, wrecked the interior and stole 2 of the tires. I have a black 9-3 -03 Vector now.
The video I've waited and very much looked forward to, awesome video Jacob, seems like you enjoyed the 605. The laser red last gen 9-5 is everything, and the color looks amazing on that body style.
That midnight blue OG 9-3 is the last year of cabriolet package with Viggen body kit and interior without Viggen sign on the front set, it is the same spec as OG 9-3 Aero, except Aero also has logo on the seat. There are too many of unique SAAB in Taiwan, also the only place which SAAB dealers still operating in the world, last year also contracted with Maptun on top of Hirsch authorized, most of Saab's owned by enthusiast today with highly modification. some of custom like LED and bumper cover modified, many of them upgrade to evan 4 or 6 pistons break caliper and disc after increasing huge power under the bonnet. One day a Dutch engineer from ASML was on a taxi saw the dealer in Tainan, he had never see so many SAAB again then plan to spend 15 min for short stop end up have the manager to give him a two hrs tour, I was lucky to see it on FB, there are too many unique SAAB in dealer just like car show.
Hi Jacob Thanks for the video. The initial car you focused on, with satin black paint, started life as a 96. (The 93 was an earlier model with a more sloping rear end and a bull nose, from the 2 stroke era) At 10:24 - that looks like it may be the car which belongs to Dennis Lin. If so, that's been modified to the Nth degree and would be worthy of an episode all to itself.
Hopefully, my mechanic made it there from Mass. in his Sonnet. (My '99 9-3 cv wouldn't stand out in that crowd, but thanks a lot to Ralph, it would easily make the trip there to SD!)😎 ETA: So many Saabs, too many to comment on, but if I didn't get my (bluish) frost grey, I would've chosen cosmic or midnight blue. So much Saab envy!
Not going to lie it's almost like a drug finding parts for my Saab. Alot of searching highs and lows And at the end of the day your always bolting or clipping a new part in while saying I need to see if I can find that next. Haha
I am not a die-hard Saab fan, however, the very first grey convertible you looked at appeared rather fetching and I could be "forced" to drive it...........
Great video. Well done. Its ridiculous that you have to worry about playing copyrighted music in an instructional video eh. You would think whatever musician would appreciate a minute of getting their music out there. Anyways, great job mate.
Most of those cars are NOT a Saab as most of them are a GM parts bin car and nothing more. Saab was dead when GM purchased them and have next to nothing in common with Saab at all as the entire drivetrain (The Heart of Any Car Mind You) is GM! If you want a real Saab purchase one pre GM... Most of the cars shown here have very little if anything that was Saab. Most of what I see here is all on a GM platform with a Saab badge slapped on it!
@@AutoAutopsy How is it a bad take may I ask? Open up the hood on a late "SAAB" and go from the front to the back and explain to me how it's not GM? Sorry if your feelings got hurt BUT it is what it is so to speak. SAAB was dead when GM purchased them correct? If SAAB was doing so well they did not need GM to purchase then in the first place right? You can call it "cringe" all you like BUT is it not far from the truth? GM only made the pain go on for a few more years till SAAB was nothing more than history. I love SAAB BUT it has long been a dead company!
Today I bought my first Saab! I wanted to buy it for about 20 years. It gives much more fun than I expected.
Congrats!!
Congratulations what model
@@vladgladkov237 9-3 2008 2.0Т МТ
Congratulations to you knowing the feeling of owning one it’s the best and definitely keep it I really miss mind till this day 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲
How you like it so far?
Thanks for showing my car in the vid, means a ton to me
Proud of you!
well deserved victory! Car looked great
@@AutoAutopsy Thank you, I sunk so much time into it I'm glad people liked it
Thanks for talking about my Red 9-4x, Jacob! Very much enjoyed talking with you!
You too! Thanks for sharing info on the car
I bought a new Saab 99 in 1970 and a used Saab 96 in 1975 and loved them both, fun little cars and great in snow!
nice
Wow what an awesome event!! So proud to see this, in the UK I don't think there's this many...
thanks :) it was fun
Can't wait to get out there and see that museum in-person! Awesome.
Thanks for posting your trip! -MT Hunter
thanks! definitely worth the trip
This looks like awesome event! I just got my first Saab and excited to join this community
Awesome! Welcome :)
My 02 9-3 Convertible broke down 233 miles from Sturgis on my way to the convention. Ended up towing it back to Missouri and missed everything. Thanks for filming this, at least I get to see some of what I missed out on.
Sorry to hear that, It is bummer that I feel your pain, what is this car museum at？
oh no :(
I appreciate you taking the time to document this event as it unfolds. I was told that there were very few NG9-5's there but I was surprised to hear how many C900's were there! Thanks again!
Happy to! Yeah there weren’t a ton of NG 9-5’s, but a huge amount of 900’s
Great eye candy for the Saabaholics in us!! 😁 Thanks, Jacob. Looking forward to the follow-ups.
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed
Can only be there virtually, though I wish I could be there IRL. Old dogs and jobs you know!
Nice to hear those 900s running well, particularly the verts. I love the sound of mine.
Thanks for the post, and will look forward to more.
😁
Glad you took a ride with Carl -- spoiler alert -- it's not just a video of cars standing still in a parking lot. A typical ride in the Black Hills, lots of greenery, lots of sun =) drop top fun
heck yeah
So sad I couldn’t go to Albany when it was finally nearby but hopefully the convention comes to the northeast again one day.
looking great! now i want to work on my saab even more!
This is some good motivation!
Thanks for posting!! Really wanted to go this year.
Always wondered what striping the hood curves would look like, now seeing it looks good on the car at 1:05!
He is right about the T5 swap. Changes it from an engine that runs like a 70's beemer, to a late 90's Saab.
You are tempting me! 🤣
@@AutoAutopsy Yep. The way my SPG ran with just the Swedish Dynamic upgrades and no T5, was very similar to that last 900 Classic you rode in. Hilariously fast. T5 would have smoothed the edges of mine to be sure, with better ignition, timing, boost and fuel control. If you can find the parts, it is a good choice, but you will need a stronger clutch than stock if you go over 240hp. My brand new stocker started slipping almost immediately. I remember hearing the 9000 or 9-5 clutch and flywheel would fit it.
Thanks for filming Jacob, sure looks like a great time, I made Albany last year but couldn't make this year. Will try to make next year, any word on where it is going to be, I'm in Florida. Thanks again for all you do to keep the Saab name alive.
Thanks!
I heard it might be in Chicago next year for the 50th (I think?) convention to go back to where the first one was - then again some speculated that it was going to be in Chicago last year as well so take it with a grain of salt.
Awesome Jacob!!👏👏👏
😁
That Troll R is a cool car and Kurt is very cool dude. Glad to see he made it out there.
His car is super cool!
You really know your Saabs! My first car was a 9000 -90 light blue metallic with rims like those at 6:14. Unfortunately someone broke into it, which I heard is very easy, wrecked the interior and stole 2 of the tires. I have a black 9-3 -03 Vector now.
sorry to hear!
great video and good to see you again! That is my NG9-5 at at 4:30
you too man! Car looked great
The video I've waited and very much looked forward to, awesome video Jacob, seems like you enjoyed the 605. The laser red last gen 9-5 is everything, and the color looks amazing on that body style.
Thanks! Agreed! It looks sweet
Hey glad to finally see you in person. It was my first SOC but definitely not my last
See ya next year!
Nice you are in an area where the best Saab ever made is so widely appreciated; of course I am speaking of the 9000.
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That midnight blue OG 9-3 is the last year of cabriolet package with Viggen body kit and interior without Viggen sign on the front set, it is the same spec as OG 9-3 Aero, except Aero also has logo on the seat.
There are too many of unique SAAB in Taiwan, also the only place which SAAB dealers still operating in the world, last year also contracted with Maptun on top of Hirsch authorized, most of Saab's owned by enthusiast today with highly modification. some of custom like LED and bumper cover modified, many of them upgrade to evan 4 or 6 pistons break caliper and disc after increasing huge power under the bonnet. One day a Dutch engineer from ASML was on a taxi saw the dealer in Tainan, he had never see so many SAAB again then plan to spend 15 min for short stop end up have the manager to give him a two hrs tour, I was lucky to see it on FB, there are too many unique SAAB in dealer just like car show.
Wow that’s sweet!
Gah, I hate that I couldn't make it!
Fingers crossed next year will be even better.
Also...thanks for just blowing by the white 9000 Aero 😜
:0
Thank You for posting…
Over here in England driving a 2006, 9-5 Turbo Edition HOT Aero, In Red (Maroon)
I Love my Saab
Nice 👍🏼
Fab stuff, great to see Saabs out in force!❤️✊
:)
Hi Jacob
Thanks for the video.
The initial car you focused on, with satin black paint, started life as a 96. (The 93 was an earlier model with a more sloping rear end and a bull nose, from the 2 stroke era)
At 10:24 - that looks like it may be the car which belongs to Dennis Lin. If so, that's been modified to the Nth degree and would be worthy of an episode all to itself.
Thank you for clarifications! I spent a few minutes Saturday chatting with him but didn’t get it on video 🤦🏻♂️ it’s an incredible 900 for sure
I got 9.5 wagon recently nice car to drive
I live in Custer and wanted to drive my Saab up so bad but had to work :(((
It’s definitely worth taking the time off for!
Glad to see Massachusetts represented by Carl and his sweet modified 900!😁👍
😁
We had good time last year
That yellow Ng93 is 🥶 and that awesome to see that turbo z from Michigan there 😊
:)
Hello from Seattle I had good time there thank scanwest autosport owner Rob he buy for me ticket and meet me at the airport
Hopefully, my mechanic made it there from Mass. in his Sonnet. (My '99 9-3 cv wouldn't stand out in that crowd, but thanks a lot to Ralph, it would easily make the trip there to SD!)😎 ETA: So many Saabs, too many to comment on, but if I didn't get my (bluish) frost grey, I would've chosen cosmic or midnight blue. So much Saab envy!
🙌🏼😁
Very great and interesting video! Very cool and beautiful saabs! Thank you for video! 👍🏻😀
Glad you enjoyed!
Looking forward to more Saab videos!
:)
Dame Rims on a Viggen looks AMAZING
:0
Hello from Seattle great Time we have
:)
I cant wait to get my 9-3 all fixed up and painted so I can take it to an SOC meet
😁
When he said “looks like NH” that’s exactly what I was thinking haha
lol!
Seems like you have some Saab models in the US that don't exist here in sweden. And i also bought my first Saab 2 days ago.
nice!
DAMN!!!!!!!! I WANTED TO BE THERE, BUT MY VEHICLE WAS NOT READY!!!!!!!!!!!!! DOING MY MOTOR UPGRADES!!!! AND I FORGOT ABOUT THIS!!!!
:(
Not going to lie it's almost like a drug finding parts for my Saab. Alot of searching highs and lows And at the end of the day your always bolting or clipping a new part in while saying I need to see if I can find that next. Haha
lol!
Thank you Sir.
:)
Greetings to you all from Algeria
:)
try to find saab 900 facelift 2 door hatchback with 2,5l NA v6 engine. I can't find it anywhere. Only cabrios and 4 door hatchbacks....
they aren't very common
aw man i wouldve came but i didnt know they held one in sturgis, im from rapid. maybe next time then
Next year will be in chicago area! Definitely worth the drive
I'd be going around in circles all day (Officer, you may want to check out that dude over there, with the Doc Martens...)
:)
I want go this year
Where did Carl get his trionic grill badge at 7:02 I want one 😂
Modern Classic Saab
Looking at a 2008 saab 9-3 convertible to buy.
Clean. 106,000 miles.
nice
I am not a die-hard Saab fan, however, the very first grey convertible you looked at appeared rather fetching and I could be "forced" to drive it...........
🤣👀
Hey how long did it take for your maptun/swedish motorsports stuff to ship to the US
usually a couple of weeks
Great video. Well done. Its ridiculous that you have to worry about playing copyrighted music in an instructional video eh. You would think whatever musician would appreciate a minute of getting their music out there. Anyways, great job mate.
Not one single 97X, must be not very popular, I better keep a hold of mine then
Unfortunately very very few are owned by enthusiasts, so they don’t make it out to these events too often
Woo I can’t believe US citizens really cared for the remaining Saabs, whereas they used to scorn them
I see your friend has gauges added on the A pillar- I’d like to ask him some questions about that. Can you connect me to him?
his instagram is @dat_saab!
Where is SOC 2023 going to be located?
Chicago area
@@AutoAutopsy awesome I’m about to go to college up there
6:08 looks like a CE.. I got one!
nice
I have a 1998 Saab 900. It has a draw on fuse 35 and 13 that will drain the battery dead overnight. Has anybody ever run into this any suggestions?
try posting on some saab facebook groups!
Nice wagon red one hirch
agreed!
🙈…and You diden’t show the most iconic one … 99 cc Turbo-78 5:48
Sorry! I try to show as much as I can
Thank
:)
So beautiful so beautiful
Thank you! Cheers!
You guys are to far for me and my Saab 🥺
😬
Me 2 I would love to go but I'm 30 hours away lol
以后萨博会越来越少了，好好珍惜
sadly
Most of those cars are NOT a Saab as most of them are a GM parts bin car and nothing more. Saab was dead when GM purchased them and have next to nothing in common with Saab at all as the entire drivetrain (The Heart of Any Car Mind You) is GM! If you want a real Saab purchase one pre GM... Most of the cars shown here have very little if anything that was Saab. Most of what I see here is all on a GM platform with a Saab badge slapped on it!
this is a really, really cringe and bad take
@@AutoAutopsy How is it a bad take may I ask? Open up the hood on a late "SAAB" and go from the front to the back and explain to me how it's not GM? Sorry if your feelings got hurt BUT it is what it is so to speak. SAAB was dead when GM purchased them correct? If SAAB was doing so well they did not need GM to purchase then in the first place right? You can call it "cringe" all you like BUT is it not far from the truth? GM only made the pain go on for a few more years till SAAB was nothing more than history. I love SAAB BUT it has long been a dead company!