Interesting Facts About the Saab 99
The Saab 99 was introduced as a 1969 model after production began in the fall of 1968. It quickly became Saab's biggest commercial success, remaining in production until 1984 before evolving into the Saab 90.
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Launch and Production Run
The Saab 99 entered production in the fall of 1968 and was sold as a 1969 model. It was built by the Swedish manufacturer from 1968 through 1984, marking a 16‑year production span.
Record‑Setting Production Numbers
A total of 588,643 Saab 99s were manufactured between 1967 and 1984, making it the company's most successful model with nearly 600,000 units sold. The final year of production was 1984, after which the model was renamed the Saab 90.
Innovative Features and Impact
The 99 was Saab's first foray into a larger vehicle class and introduced a turbocharged version that added notable power. Its success helped steer Saab toward bigger, more powerful cars throughout the 1960s and beyond.
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