2001 Saab 9-3 Viggen Five-Door
Description
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Saab has a rich heritage of innovative thinking and functional, aircraft-inspired design. Saab automobiles combine responsive turbocharged performance, precise control, and state-of-the-art safety engineering, delivering on this legacy by putting drivers firmly and confidently in command of every journey. The driver's seat in a Saab is not just a comfortable place to get from point A to point B, but it is inspired by the cockpit of a high-performance aircraft. Its ergonomically developed seating position and logically arranged controls serve to forge an intuitive link between you and the road. Saab's thoughtful engineering forms the basis of every Saab, resulting in automobiles that elevate the driving experience through strict adherence to purposeful design. Saab automobiles help you maintain an intimate connection to the driving experience.
Saab introduced a limited edition and high-performance version of the 9-3 between 1999 and 2002, called the 'Viggen' (Swedish for Thunderbolt). The car was named after the Saab 37 Viggen aircraft and was developed by Saab in collaboration with the Tom Walkinshaw Racing (TWR) Group. The Saab 900 Concept Coupe, which had been created by the Saab Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) group and produced 230 horsepower, served as the basis for the Viggen production car. The Saab team, led by Peter Leonard and John-Gustav Gudmundsson, was responsible for the project. Only 4,600 9-3 Viggen specification cars were manufactured by Saab.
Highlights
Finished in Laser Red (278) with a Charcoal interior
Powered by a 2.3-liter high output turbocharged four-cylinder rated at 230 horsepower
Exclusively available with a five-speed manual transmission
One of just 34 produced in this color combination for the United States
The engine was overhauled under current ownership shortly after acquiring the car in June 2018 with approximately 158,000 miles now featuring 90.5 mm Wossner forged pistons and powered coated components that are reported to cost in excess of $5,000
Further service work performed under current ownership is reported to have over $10,000 invested
17 inch light alloy five-spoke wheels, unique to the Viggen, shod in Continental Extreme Contact tires
Recent service includes and engine oil and filter change in June 2022, at 165,751 miles, in addition to the battery in August 2023
Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report
Features
Anti-lock brakes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Saab Active Head Restraints (SAHR), front
Integrated fog lamps, two front and one rear
Leather faced upholstery
Electrically adjustable front seats with driver's memory
Automatic Climate Control (ACC)
Electrically operated glass sunroof
Electrically operated windows and side-view mirrors
Central locking with remote control
Trip computer
Cruise control
Leather steering wheel and gear selector knob
Heated front seats
Saab Audio System with remote controls on the steering wheel
Headlight wiper washer system
Rear window wiper
Known Imperfections
Bubbling underneath of the body side molding behind the rear down on the left side, as pictured
Minor stone chips
Included
Owner’s manual
Three keys
Service records
A package of special 20th anniversary Viggen-logo items from the 2019 Saab Owners Convention in Loveland, Colorado
A second-place people choice award from the 2021 Saab Owners Convention in Albany, NY
Ownership History
The CARFAX Vehicle History Report shows that this Saab was imported to the United States from Australia via Newark, New Jersey, in January 2001, with the car being sold in Connecticut in February 2002 with 5,464 miles indicated. The car transferred ownership in February 2006, with 57,512 miles, and again in March 2010, with 95,043 miles in New York state. The current owner of this Saab purchased the car from New York in January 2015.
