The Saab Thread

[DavidMorgan]

Source: Saab April 13, 2010
New Saab 9-5 Ready to Roll

•More than 500,000 km of chassis testing on European roads
•Handling, ride, refinement assessed across 250 measurement criteria
•Unique challenge of forest test track near Arctic Circle
•Customer order book already open in many markets

From the frozen wastes of northern Sweden to the baking plains of southern Spain , Saab's chief test driver Peter Johansson and his small team of chassis experts have driven on some of the most challenging roads in Europe to fine-tune the dynamics of the next generation Saab 9-5.

The article is here: New Saab 9-5 Ready to Roll - Saab Newsroom [NS4 version]

[F Spider]

Yesterday the US option list came out, and I have spec'd our car. This was simple, we just checked all boxes. Next week the US prices will be sent to the dealers.

Saab chose JMK Saab in New Jersey to deliver our car. Cathi Maier and Todd Gregory are true Saab enthusiasts, and very excited by the Spyker Saab developments.

[IVR007]

Cool red sonett What color did you pick (i.e. what form of grey), F spider?

[SpykerOwner]

Originally Posted by F Spider

.. and I have spec'd our car. This was simple, we just checked all boxes.

Wish I could spec my cars the same way. (although I have every available option myself on my 166 except the sunroof )

[F Spider]

Victor at the same dealer, two weeks prior

[Swisstrader]

I love the sign on the car:

"Not for sale, you can't get it, do not touch!"

[DavidMorgan]

Here is interesting information on new features coming with the 9-5.
Saab 9-5 preliminary information - Bi-Xenon SmartBeam headlamps - Saabs United
Saab 9-5 preliminary information - DriveSense - Saabs United
Saab 9-5 preliminary information - Chassis - Saabs United
Have a good read F Spyder

For those of you not familiar with Steven Wade's Saabs United it is the most informative and dynamic Saab blog on the planet .. despite being based in Tasmania
SWade Let Saab keep following its own road - CNN.com was instrumental in "liberating" Saab from GM and at Victor Muller's invitation was in Stokholm for the deal signing.

[luigisk]

BAIC shows us the first fake-saab (old 9-5)
link is in dutch sorry, but the only thing that's "interesting" is the picture.
Grappig: China krijgt ook een Saab 9-5 » Autoblog.nl

[F Spider]

The NA base price for the top of the line Aero (300HP, 4WD) will stay at just under $50K (ex options).

I think that is pretty good positioning in the midst of its competitors.

[DavidMorgan]

Saab Cars North America announced pricing for its all-new 2010 model year 9-5 Aero Sedan launch package. The flagship vehicle will arrive in U.S. dealer showrooms in July.

Saab will lead the new 9-5 launch with its top-of-the line Aero Sedan model, priced at $49,990 MSRP. The Aero, featuring a 300 hp 2.8-litre V6 turbo engine, delivers uncompromised driving performance and is packed with advanced chassis, comfort and safety technologies.
Shortly following the 9-5 Aero introduction, a 2.0-litre turbo variant will be added to the 9-5 line-up. Pricing for these 2011 model year vehicles will start at under $40,000 MSRP.

“The new 9-5 Sedan stays true to its unique Swedish heritage and Saab DNA. The 9-5 showcases progressive Scandinavian design, an exhilarating driving experience and responsible performance with its all-turbo powertrain line-up,” said Mike Colleran, Saab Cars North America President and COO. “Saab’s distinctive new flagship brings a fresh, alternative choice to the premium sedan segment.”

The 2010 Infiniti M37x starts at $48,400 for 330-hp.
Cadillac's CTS at $43,465 in comparable all-wheel drive trim with a 304-hp 3.6-liter.
Mercedes-Benz's 268-hp E350 $48,925
BMW's new 2011 528i will start at $44,500.
Both the Mercedes and BMW are rear-drive and tend to run comparatively thin on standard equipment.