Arlington Heights, IL | USA
$4,750
/ USDDescription
Saab 9-3 viggen 5 door hatchback. Plenty of spare parts and mods. Have spare transmission and engine block that was slated to be a 2.5L build with overbore custom weisco pistons for that build. Engine currently has JE flat top forged pistons and turbo was recently rebuilt with billet wheels and new bearings and seals. ...
Our Take:
- The 2001 Saab 9-3 Viggen is a bit of a unicorn for those in the know. Produced during Saab's passionate flirtation with high-performance before GM's ownership diluted things, the Viggen stood out with its turbocharged 2.3-liter engine. Think of it as Saab's rebellious streak packaged in an aerodynamic hatchback.
- With a manual transmission, this Viggen offers an immersive driving experience that's increasingly rare today. The stick shift gives you that direct connection—like the mechanical handshake between driver and machine—that's often missing in the era of automatic everything.
- This particular Viggen has some enticing mods and spare parts, which indicate a history of enthusiast ownership. The inclusion of JE flat top forged pistons and a freshly rebuilt turbo with billet wheels suggests a focus on both performance and durability. It's almost like the car's been lovingly updated for a second act.
- The model is named after a Swedish fighter jet—that should give you an idea of its intended aspirations. Though not as mainstream as a BMW M3 from the same era, its quirkiness and performance credentials make it fascinating. It's the kind of car that ignites conversations and turns heads at any Cars and Coffee meet.
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