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Saab 900se 2.0 Turbo Convertible Rare Monte Carlo Yellow - Virtually Flawless! on 2040-cars

US $8,950.00
Year:1997 Mileage:107000 Color: Monte Carlo Yellow /
 Black
Location:

Quincy, Illinois, United States

Quincy, Illinois, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:2.0L 1985CC l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Condition:

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: YS3DF78N2V7006771
Year: 1997
Number of Cylinders: 4
Make: Saab
Model: 900
Trim: SE Turbo Convertible 2-Door
Options: Cassette Player, Leather Seats, CD Player, Convertible
Drive Type: FWD
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Windows, Power Seats
Mileage: 107,000
Exterior Color: Monte Carlo Yellow
Interior Color: Black

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Very rare (100 brought in to U.S.) 1997 Saab 900 SE 2.0 Turbo Convertible in Monte Carlo Yellow. This car is virtually flawless. Everything works perfectly, it runs and looks new. It has brand new Michelin tires, Bilstein HP shocks and struts, new brakes. It has been run on Mobil 1 synthetic oil since new. All fluids just changed, including synthetic transmission oil. Power steering, brake fluid, and coolant flushed. I had a Taliafiarro 6 point subframe brace installed to help stiffen the body and prevent body roll. I also added Flowmaster dual exhaust tips, polished 301 stainless steel with rolled tips. The convertible top is also like new, goes up and down perfectly and without hesitation or noise. Top treated with RaggTop conditioner regularly. Interior is black leather. I intended to keep this car for good, which is why I went completely through it, but circumstances have changed, and I need a big car, likely a Saab 9-5 or Saab Combi. (If you have a big car you might like to trade, send me an e-mail. European cars preferred, but might consider something else if it's big, and well-maintained) It has been cared for meticulously, and it shows. The Saab convertibles in Monte Carlo Yellow are extremely rare, and becoming very collectible. The value on them has been rising steadily. (NADA doesn't take note of color and submodels like Talladega etc., so the NADA value is not an accurate guide for certain models/colors such as this one) The car draws attention and raves everywhere it goes, people just love it! It has the original Saab AM-FM-Weather Band-Cassette-CD player with amplifiers and 6 disc CD changer. I replaced the speakers as it had the original speakers. They sounded OK, but were getting tired, so I replaced all of them. The sound is really good. The spoke type wheels currently on the car are from a late model Saab 9-3, but it will also come with the original 3 point Saab wheels shown in some of the photos. Also included are 3 functional remotes. If you're looking for a well-built car that is an attention-getter, fun to drive, needs absolutely nothing, and will become more valuable over time, this one may be for you. See standard features list below:

STANDARD FEATURES:
Air Dam
Bucket Seats
Compact Disc Changer
Fog Lights
Heated Front Seats
Power Heated Mirrors
Keyless Entry System
Power Antenna
Power Brakes
Rear Window Defroster
Tinted Glass
16 Inch Wheels
Power Driver Seat w/Memory
2.0L Turbocharged I4 DOHC 16V FI Engine
Regular Unleaded Fuel Required
5-Speed Manual Transmission (automatic in this car)
Tachometer
Trip Computer
Alloy Wheels
Traction Control
4-Wheel ABS
Driver and Passenger Front Airbags
Anti-Theft Alarm System
Leather Seating
Power Front Passenger Seat
Cruise Control
Power Steering
Telescopic Steering Wheel
Leather Steering Wheel Trim
Air Conditioning
Automatic Climate Control
Intermittent Windshield Wipers
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
Daytime Running Lights
AM/FM/Cassette Audio System with Weather Band


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