[{"id": 8187446, "authorName": "rndpxl (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rndpxl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you for looking at this beloved 99 Turbo. The previous owner has agreed to assist me with any questions regarding the vehicle history. He cared for the car from 1994-2017 and we will respond each evening throughout the auction.\r\n\r\nWe are a longtime Saab family and have owned 24 in total since '70s (2 99's, 4 9000's, 5 93's and the rest various versions of the 900).\r\n\r\nMuch thanks, Chris", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1648125806, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8187460, "authorName": "SAABNUTT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saabnutt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Another SAAB auction, yeah! Love the lines on the 99. She needs a lil work but looks like a diamond in the rough. Elbow grease, time, and a bit on money = fun little buggy! BOLWTA!!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1648126025, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8187478, "authorName": "rndpxl (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rndpxl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SAABNUTT I couldn't agree more. Absolutely love the lines! Also spot on, in my opinion, on the diamond in the rough. A lot of time and effort was put in by the previous owner and with some more of both this 99 could really shine.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1648126297, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8187483, "authorName": "sjlufi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sjlufi/", "bidAmount": 1978, "content": "$1,978 bid placed by sjlufi", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1648126324, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8187613, "authorName": "Rlover", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rlover/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This needs a Vermont Plate. Absolutely beautiful. \ud83d\ude0d\ud83d\ude0d\ud83d\ude0d\ud83d\ude0d\ud83d\ude0d\ud83d\ude0d", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1648128003, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8187636, "authorName": "JFH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jfh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rlover\r\nAn easy drive home...but let's get through mud season first !\r\nGLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1648128278, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8187732, "authorName": "Rlover", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rlover/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@JFH 3rd gear out of Rutland all the way up to top of Killington. Wow a 78 2 Door Turbo with fresh paint. A unicorn \ud83e\udd84.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1648129440, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8187822, "authorName": "SmokeyTheProstitute", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smokeytheprostitute/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What does the 'EXTRA' button do?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1648130326, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8187908, "authorName": "JLP", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jlp/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I owned 6 pre-GM versions myself. I had a set of Inca rims on my 83 900S 3 door. Love, Love... Good luck!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1648130977, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8188014, "authorName": "SAABNUTT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saabnutt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SmokeyTheProstitute - the \"extra\" button can be anything you want to add on. I've seen it used for rally driving lights mounted on the bumper. Plus, rally lights give the car a awesome look! And \"extra\" light at night\ud83c\udf1a", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1648131860, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8188161, "authorName": "kkherman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kkherman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It can't be said often enough:\r\nThe pioneer of turbo technology suitable for everyday use.\r\n\r\nAn icon that absolutely has to stay on the road!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1648133133, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8188194, "authorName": "SmokeyTheProstitute", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smokeytheprostitute/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SAABNUTT\r\nThank you! I thought it might be for an auxiliary switch. Rally-inspired, indeed.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1648133450, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8188196, "authorName": "SAABNUTT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saabnutt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@sjlufi - GREAT opening bid!!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1648133453, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8188202, "authorName": "Hammermatt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hammermatt/", "bidAmount": 5500, "content": "$5,500 bid placed by Hammermatt", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1648133513, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8188304, "authorName": "Tigers196884", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tigers196884/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Inca\u2019s. The first reason I fell in Love with SAAB\u2019s, some thirty years and 5 C900\u2019s scattered among Viggens, 9-3\u2019s, 9-5\u2019s, 9-7X\u2019s that I\u2019ve owned. Grateful for every single one. Very, Very Cool 99. GLWTA.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1648134527, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8188328, "authorName": "backtobuchloe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/backtobuchloe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love these, grabbed one of those dash mounted boost gauges at the scrap yard years ago\u2026it\u2019s great for any period correct application", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1648134570, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8188734, "authorName": "DreamBigOrGoHome", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dreambigorgohome/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I wish GME just skyrockets so I can buy this dream car of mine!! I bought my first Saab @ 18. 85' turbo sedan. Loved it. 5 more saabs, 7 years later, I now have a home to store my loved saabs. This would be the cream of the crop for my collection", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1648138055, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8189063, "authorName": "TodB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/todb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I chased one of these across the better part of Vermont and into NY on my way back to school in Ohio one Spring, 1981 I believe. I was in an early 900 EMS. These cars have room to spare especially with the back seat down. I had a pair of Bose 901s hooked up for my 9 hour ride. One of my favorite Saab driving memories. This one looks like a survivor, GLWS!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1648140488, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8189173, "authorName": "rndpxl (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rndpxl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@backtobuchloe Every time someone gets in the car that is the first thing they ask about. That and the really cool grab handle!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1648141162, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8189361, "authorName": "sjlufi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sjlufi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SAABNUTT - I can't afford one but I can be a part of something beautiful.\r\n\r\nHad to part with my '82 900 Turbo some years ago. Saab prices are climbing faster than my disposable income - so my current 9-3 SE is likely my last.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1648142562, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8189475, "authorName": "SAABDreams", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saabdreams/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "135-hp", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1648143269, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8189561, "authorName": "SAABNUTT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saabnutt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@sjlufi - Indeed they are! I can't decide whether to sell or keep (92 c900T MCY). Idle threats to myself, LOL. I have a feeling once I get behind the wheel, she's not going anywhere :-)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1648143784, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8190666, "authorName": "DLM", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dlm/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "They are great, I had the same car black/red in \u201879. Wonderful to drive, thought it was 145 HP.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1648147329, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8190951, "authorName": "piggly3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piggly3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A friend of mine had an '84 900 turbo in high school. To this day I have not had so much fun driving a front wheel drive car! I never drove a 99, but can only imagine they are as much, if not more, fun to drive.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1648148412, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8193080, "authorName": "SAABDreams", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saabdreams/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "US/NorthAmerica-135hp.European-145hp", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1648156293, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8194387, "authorName": "PDXBryan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pdxbryan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I remember having the factory brochure from the dealership. These were, and are, SO cool!\r\nGLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1648162556, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8194905, "authorName": "titidvivant", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/titidvivant/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rndpxl Sweet car! Why did you only drive it 400 miles in 5 years of ownership? Is the Sunday cars and coffee only a mile from the house?!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1648169205, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8194938, "authorName": "rndpxl (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rndpxl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@titidvivant I really have no excuse! Especially during the lockdown I should of been piling on the miles. I\u2019m definitely a believer of driving cars.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1648169572, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8196057, "authorName": "noc124", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/noc124/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great car! Summer of 78 we decided to trade off the 71 99E (with freewheeling!), and A/B'd a 99 Turbo against a 78 Audi Fox wagon on the east side of Louisville. We decided on the Audi since it felt lighter and more agile. But the power of that SAAB stayed with me for years. Finally owned a '97 900 Turbo for about 5 years; drove that car all over the place (including back to Louisville !). GLWTA.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1648211272, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8196708, "authorName": "1970GTO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1970gto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bought one of these new, was a leftover when the 900's came out in 1979. Paid $8700 off a sticker of $11,000. New direction for us as we had domestic performance cars up to that point but switched to something more economical but still performance oriented. First turbo for us as well. Enjoyed it but the exhaust manifold cracked periodically from excess heat, that got old pretty quick. Memory escapes me as to how long we owned it.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1648219016, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8196920, "authorName": "JIMMY", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jimmy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A fair number of the parts in the pictures are for a C900, the radiator and A/C compressor for example. The front spoiler on this car is not the original type, maybe it's just been modified.\r\nIt looks like the battery hold down is MIA. The spare tire is an original Pirelli CN36 !\r\nWhen do we get a driving video?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1648221175, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8197174, "authorName": "rndpxl (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rndpxl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Jimmy I will try to get a video this weekend!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1648223234, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8197375, "authorName": "Burpingdabswaylater", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/burpingdabswaylater/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A little video I did on my '76 99 with a 5 speed from a 900, on using a 12v relay for the fuel pump instead of factory and having to deal with electrical gremlins. https://youtu.be/zSzxwYRJtoA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1648225102, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8198584, "authorName": "IMissMySaab", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/imissmysaab/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The thing I love most about this, is that throughout its long life, it has been driven, and driven a lot.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1648235357, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8200965, "authorName": "rndpxl (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rndpxl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@iMissMySaab The previous owner was truly amazing and frequently drove the 99. He acquired it in 1994 and I saw him driving it many times in the late 90s and early 2000s through out the East Side of Cincinnati. I think I finally saw him stationary near a church while I was riding my bike. My father was with me and we must\u2019ve talked for an hour about the car and dropped our phone number on a piece of paper and sure enough about five or six years later I got a text message. So I\u2019ve been chasing this car for a long time and as I got to know the previous owner and the history of the car it\u2019s been a great experience. Most important thing for me is make sure it goes to a home who will love it just as much.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1648244414, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8201010, "authorName": "SAABNUTT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saabnutt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rndpxl - I went to thumbs up your comment, my cursor jumped, and I clicked on flag as not constructive. In no way did I mean it. My apologies. Maybe BaT can undo it?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1648244580, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8201066, "authorName": "rndpxl (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rndpxl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SAABNUTT totally understand! Thx!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1648244789, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8204785, "authorName": "SAABDreams", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saabdreams/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Although I now own a 900 Turbo, the 99 is the most fun Saab I have ever owned.\r\nI had two 78 Turbos.One had a drivetrain form a 1980 900 turbo with a five speed.\r\nThat car would pin the 120mph speedo easily.The best one was my 1978 99 GL hatch.\r\nThat one pulled very strong in all 4 gears.I could never keep a transmission together in it.\r\nMost likely my fault.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1648304302, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8207607, "authorName": "Cgomezosorio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cgomezosorio/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "$6,000 bid placed by Cgomezosorio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1648324689, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8210230, "authorName": "rndpxl (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rndpxl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I was texting with the previous owner tonight (thanks Colin!) and he thought is was important to communicate that a full service manual will be included with the 99 Turbo.\r\n\r\nIt\u2019s the full service manual, the same one that professional mechanics used for the car.\u00a0\u00a0It has full electrical diagrams, full operation and servicing of the Bosch control system, and how to repair anything on the car.\u00a0\u00a0He found that this particular manual was well written and included a lot of description on HOW things worked, not just how to fix them. Please note it will need to be rebound.\r\n\r\nThanks, Chris", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1648347726, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8218245, "authorName": "Mark14", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark14/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "When will the video be uploaded?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1648479865, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8218711, "authorName": "rndpxl (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rndpxl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Mark14 I wasn\u2019t able to get out to make a video this past weekend but will tomorrow!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1648484629, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8226544, "authorName": "richphoto", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/richphoto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This was my ski car back in the day, I absolutely loved this car, mine had side air dams otherwise same color, wished I had never sold it.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1648576285, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8229385, "authorName": "rndpxl (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rndpxl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1648588475, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8229397, "authorName": "HavanaClub", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/havanaclub/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Let me preface this post with a statement: I just got back from a 1000km there and 1000km back trip in my 86' 900 T. With normal maintenance this all original car has been \"indestructible.\" When I say that, I mean, original turbo charger, alternator, head gasket, water pump, etc. \nNow, my first 3 cars were SAABs: a 77' 99 EMS with the same interior as this car, 80' 900 T with Incas and the 86 SPG mentioned above. They were all indestructible in fact and all had a similar character. But rust ate the 99 EMS away, and I have to say the late 70's and early 80's non-turbo cars were a bit sluggish. \nI think any of the early turbo cars would provide a lot of smiles per the dollar. That said this one really needs to be driven in my opinion due to the body condition. Definitely a very rare car nowadays. 900Ts are a dime a dozen, not 99Ts.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1648588575, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8236408, "authorName": "Cmonweezy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cmonweezy/", "bidAmount": 6100, "content": "$6,100 bid placed by Cmonweezy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1648671675, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8236694, "authorName": "bluescapegoat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluescapegoat/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "C'mooooooooon Weezy!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1648673031, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8238478, "authorName": "Cgomezosorio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cgomezosorio/", "bidAmount": 6200, "content": "$6,200 bid placed by Cgomezosorio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1648679733, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8238976, "authorName": "mkmegnin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mkmegnin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I would have to guess that the driving video was done on a Sunday!?? Certainly looked like a Sunday drive to me. I couldn't see the gauges, but it didn't seem to go over 35 mph, from what I saw. I think the car is in reasonable shape for it's years of service and I would guess it could still rev up a bit more than what was presented, right? These cars were made to Rally!! GLWTA!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1648685101, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8239004, "authorName": "Timhasatrailer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/timhasatrailer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This was the first car I remember as a kid. My dad had one. This exact car only red. It\u2019s still one of the most emotional connections every time I see one. Wow.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1648685573, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8239345, "authorName": "rndpxl (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rndpxl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mkmegnin I actually did on a Tues but was def in a Sunday mood :) First time driving video and my co-captain was 11 so I know a few key visuals got dropped. I got up to around 45/50mph and was mostly in 3rd with one shift to 4th. Thx!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1648689664, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8239531, "authorName": "Cmonweezy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cmonweezy/", "bidAmount": 6300, "content": "$6,300 bid placed by Cmonweezy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1648691978, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8240138, "authorName": "realdealatthewheel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/realdealatthewheel/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You just have to love a good SAAB story \ud83d\ude0e", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1648715329, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8240781, "authorName": "TrollInaHat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trollinahat/", "bidAmount": 7200, "content": "$7,200 bid placed by TrollInaHat", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1648734949, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8241235, "authorName": "pmt99", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pmt99/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Boo Hoo!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1648739474, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8241465, "authorName": "sterlingmark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sterlingmark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "For second I thought it might be my old car which I bought new from Ed Wolff Shaker Saab. 1978 Saab 99 3-door Turbo in black with red interior. Only had it 2 years when it was t-boned and \"totalled\" in Cleveland, OH. Someone bought the wreck and fixed it so it could be on the road somewhere. I bought an '80 900 Turbo that also had Incas and put 160k on it before buying an '86 SPG that my wife drove 160k+. The first Turbo had a special feel and sound. I hope the buyer gets this one sorted and has a blast with it.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1648741392, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8242614, "authorName": "C2Pysche", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/c2pysche/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I wish it were time to buy\u2014this Saab is just two hours away from me and yet, so far.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1648750220, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8242773, "authorName": "TrollInaHat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trollinahat/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 3/31/22 for $7,200 to TrollInaHat", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1648750800, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 8242814, "authorName": "TheUnderminer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theunderminer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1648750916, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8242823, "authorName": "jeller6750", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeller6750/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I was certain this would go for $10k. Amazing deal, @TrollinaHat got a steal and will have many miles and smiles with this one. Miss mine every day!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1648750934, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8242891, "authorName": "TrollInaHat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trollinahat/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks all. This will be the start of my 7th Saab story. The '73 99 Wagonback was the most fun, thus the bid. Saving an '86 convertible from an Acura dealer was the most interesting. and, yes, once upon a time, I got to keep a Saab in the divorce.", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1648751152, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8243237, "authorName": "rndpxl (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rndpxl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@TrollInaHat Congratulations! Love to hear the special Saab will be going to an awesome home.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1648752990, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10985245, "authorName": "Karl0163", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/karl0163/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love this car. I have owned 10 different Saabs over the years of which 3 were the 1978 99 Turbo's. This one looks very much like my first Saab (Without the rocker-panel Turbo Stickers) This will always be my favorite Saab! I wish I could find another.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679171267, "type": "comment"}]