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1986 Saab 900
Added on Feb. 24 by procainestart

This is a rare 2-door notchback (only ~2k imported to the US, and only in ‘85-‘86) I picked up for $400. I converted it to a Turbo, with a B212 bottom end; ‘95 B234 head customized to fit the earlier block; Volvo Turbo Jetronic ECU & associated fuel bits; little Mitsu TE05 turbo; 4-speed w/Quaife from the good people at Scanwest Autosport; DIY adjustable suspension made from roundy-round parts; ‘88+ axles; and some other stuff. Car is still rough — its restoration paused for several years now — but fun to drive, nonetheless.

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81gtv6:
Very nice, aren't those the lightest of the classic 900s?
Apr 7, 2009 9:44 a.m.
procainestart:
Thanks — yes, they are the lightest c900*. They're also stiffer than a hatchback (and don't have the weight of the hatch up high — if memory serves, a full hatch door w/glass is about 60#). *For the European market only, Saab grafted the 900 notchback rear to the 99 front and sold it as a Saab 90. Presumably, it's lighter. I don't particularly care for the look, though: the softer lines of the 99 front don't mix well with the more angular rear. Pic of a Saab 90: http://img.netcarshow.com/Saab-90_1985_1600x120…
Apr 16, 2009 3:02 p.m.
MiatarPowar:
I've wanted to scratch the C900 itch again for a while now. You're not helping me talk myself out of it.
Apr 29, 2009 8:11 a.m.
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