1999 SAAB 93 SE PETROL(2.3) HATCH COPPER BRONZE PEARL
FOR SALE
JF CLASSIC CARS have for sale an 'Original' 1999 SAAB '93 SE' In 'COPPER BRONZE PEARL' Along with attractively covering 28854-miles from new plus the rare 2.3 petrol engine being fitted
DESCRIPTION
The Saab 9-3 was first introduced in 1998 as a 1999 model, replacing the second-generation Saab 900, The "SE" trim represented the top-level variant, featuring additional luxury, performance enhancements, and sportier styling along with the more punchy 2.3-ltr petrol engine
EXTERNAL
With flowing body lines front to rear and aerodynamically poised it's hard to believe this particular examples over 24-years old, With a rare paint finish that still today looks amazing, Finished in SAAB Copper Bronze Pearl (paint code 263) all panelling shines vibrantly and dent and ding free, A sheer credit to the previous owners
Signature SAAB emblemed chromed front grill gleaming alongside original Halogen Valeo headlamps sitting chip and mark free, Wrap around colour coded front bumper with black insert sitting mark free along with black rub protection strips running down each flank tarnish and fade free, Black housed Electronically/Heated operated door mirrors present in the best of condition,
Badging remains original and correctly positioned on the front wings and rear hatch all gleaming as you would come to expect from such a low mileage low owner example, Colour coded petrol flap still retains the factory production information labels
Rear hatch looks sleek and presents original with the reworked high visibility brake light sitting to the very top, Genuine curved SAAB lower hatch spoiler mark and nick free, Inner original rear lights to the hatch lid are crack free along with the outers, SAAB badge sits original and bright
Electrically operated radio aerial positioned neatly on the passenger side rear wing operating without fault, Genuine original tinted SAAB glazing throughout with all rubbers displaying in the very best of condition.
A truly wonderful example in all respects of a 'Modern Classic'
INTERNAL
Upon opening any of the four doors instantly the nineties and SAAB quality grips you, With a blend of Swedish functionality and driver-focused design,
Comfortable supportive Dark Grey unmarked leather seating front and rear..Fronts are heated, Supportive hugging bolsters showing no wear, Manual seat adjustment lifters along with the back and lumber adjusters working as required, High quality soft touch plastics throughout present mark free with the SAAB emblemed door sill protectors scuff free!!
Deep pile luxurious carpet front and rear remains wear and mark free having had genuine SAAB 9-3 overmats fitted from factory ensuring presentation remains key along with the light Grey Leather Vinyl over light Grey fabric door panels in immaculate condition throughout with the drivers having the push button boot release switch encased within
Light Grey unmarked headlining along with four grab handles, Interior lights situated to the front and rear, Drives and passenger side sun visors present unmarked
Boot presents totally original retaining the genuine factory supplied SAAB embossed breakdown warning triangle, SAAB embossed First Aid kit and SAAB embossed small boot tidy bag, Original space saver spare wheel and unused jack and tool kit remain in situ
Wrap around two tone Grey dashboard with Wood insert presents in original unmarked condition, On the passenger side you will find the passenger side airbag along with the customary SAAB designed directionally controlled air vent, Slightly lower down you will find a lockable glove box, The Factory fit high end FM/MW CD Player infotainment system works wonderfully along with Pixel information screen, Automatic climate control displays and works fine displaying fan control speed and temperature accordingly
Slightly lower to the centre of the dash you will find two push button switches for the heated front seats and very nineties and 'Unused' a push-in cigarette lighter and ashtray both unused and some 25-years fresh..Simply WOW!
Drivers binnacle housing Tachometer to the left, Speedometer to the centre, Automatic Gear-lever information display slightly to the right of the speedometer and temperature/fuel gauge to the right, All obligatory warning lights extinguish correctly
Twist function headlamp knob sits to the right of the binnacle along with push button front and rear fog light switches, Rotary dial headlamp adjustment aim and dash dimmer switches situated directly beneath, Directionally controlled heater vents are also present to the right of the dash and within the centre column
Black unmarked Saab emblemed four spoke multifunction steering wheel sits mark and wear free simply displaying the low mileage factor,
Light Grey centre console runs between both front seats with the Black Auto Gear-lever showing no wear along with the handbrake lever, Custom SAAB ignition switch situated within the centre console along with the four way electrically operated window switches working perfectly
ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
You will find this particular example with the rare 2290cc in-line four cylinder non-turbo petrol engine producing 150bhp, With multi-point fuel injection and giving approx. 210-nm of torque, Mated to a four speed electronically controlled Automatic Gearbox along with Front Wheel Drive
Vehicle drives without fault having smooth take up of power and gearchanges, It does after after all have full SAAB service history and retains all factory information labels throughout the engine bay!
WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Factory multi spoke SAAB 17" alloys fitted in very good condition with original SAAB embossed centre caps, 225/45/R17 Continental Sport tyres on each corner with ample tread and even wear
Ventilated Caliper disc brakes to the front and solid caliper disc brakes to the rear along with diagonally split ABS and EBD(electronic brakeforce distribution) ensuring a controlled halt at all times
HISTORY FILE
A Gem from a specific manufacturer appears now and again...This is one of them having only had four previous keepers and a staggering low 28854-miles from new it simply is as good as it gets
Registered on the 29-06-1999 to a Mr Banerjee By SAAB City Ltd London in one of the most eye-catching colours SAAB produced Copper Bronze Pearl this vehicle has wanted for nothing and having been lovingly nurtured through it's current 25-years existence ensuring originality has been preserved throughout, Original SAAB dealer book pack containing:
Original Build Sheet, Original wheel lock key-code identification card, Original SAAB Key blank with Key code, 2 original SAAB keys with Original fobs, Original SAAB quick reference guide, Original dealer Thank-you card, Original in-car safety guide, Original SAAB owners guide, Original service book with the following SAAB entries:
27-08-1999 PDi Inspection...10miles
19-09-2000...3183miles
20-12-2001...5613miles
10-05-2003...8061miles
27-08-2004...10699miles
22-02-2006...14411miles
21-05-2007...18232miles
09-07-2008...20456miles
15-07-2009..22021miles
08-09-2010...24050miles
31-08-2011...25179miles
05-09-2012...25864miles
05-09-2013...26097miles
04-09-2014...26737miles
27-08-2015...27766miles
31-08-2016...28075miles
11-09-2017...28300miles
17-09-2018...28234miles
28-09-2019...28334miles
02-06-2021...28569miles including Gearbox Oil Change
06-09-2022...28754miles
13-09-2023...28805miles
It doesn't get much better over 20 entries to date...vehicle has MOT until September 2025 and HPi Clear
A modern classic in useable condition or simply add to the collection whichever you choose rest assured you will not be dissapointed.
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