Lot details Registration No: J781SUH Chassis No: YS3AD35LXM2500151 Mot Expiry: Oct 2006
"There is a decisively sporting edge to the Saab's handling and ride. The steering is beautifully weighted and geared, turn-in crisp - almost too keen on first acquaintance. In the dry, understeer is well contained and when the surface is greasy the nose still tucks in readily. Ill judged applications of the throttle bring the expected widening of line but the chassis reacts swiftly to a closed throttle, helpfully balancing the situation with a little slip at the rear" (Autocar & Motor, February 1989)
Introduced in 1984, the Saab 900 Turbo 16 benefited from a new sixteen-valve cylinder head that boosted power and torque to 175bhp and 201lbft respectively. Sharing the same basic underpinnings as its lesser siblings, it featured coil-sprung double-wishbone independent front suspension, a Watts-linkage located beam rear axle (complete with Panhard rod), four-wheel disc brakes and power assisted rack and pinion steering. Updated in 1987 with the braking system from its 9000 series big brother and a subtle restyle (headlights, grille and bumpers), the following year saw it adopt water-cooled Mitsubishi TE-05 turbochargers. More durable than their Garrett AiResearch predecessors, they were also less prone to lag. Reputedly capable of over 130mph and 0-60mph in 8.5 seconds, the T16 has gone on to attract something of a cult following since ceasing production in 1993.
Finished in red with grey velour upholstery, this particular example is described by the vendor as being in good condition with regard to its engine, five-speed manual gearbox, electrical equipment, interior trim, chassis, bodywork, paintwork and wheels / tyres. Said to be a "usable classic with full service history", it has covered 182,000 miles from new (a not unusual figure for a well maintained 900). Riding on smart alloy wheels, it is offered for sale with MOT certificate valid until October 2006.
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