1959 Saab 93F

Bullnose Coupe

850

Manual

68332

Clear

SAAB 93F Bullnose. The 93F is officially known as a 1960 model year only. Because this example had an original registration date of December 17, 1959 and its European registration is showing 1959 as the model year, I had to title it as a 1959. This example of model 93F spent its life in Sweden until 2006, when a Polish SAAB enthusiast purchased it and commissioned ground up restoration in a renowned SAAB specialist shop. The car showed very little rust and was, what we now call cars like this, a survivor. The entire restoration process is well documented with over 100 photos (see couple of samples in the gallery). Remarkably, the car's interior is original and in fantastic condition, including optional seat belts. To make the car suitable for driving in modern traffic, more powerful 850cc engine from a "long nose" model , triple carb setup and front disc brakes were installed. The original engine also underwent a rebuilt and now sits in its cozy little crate while the bigger brother does all the work. The original engine is included and comes with exhaust and intake manifolds, and a carburetor. This car reliably participated in many vintage car events in Europe, proving the quality of the restoration and the right choice of period-correct improvements. After importing it to the US, I have driven the car locally. It performs well in traffic, keeping up with other cars, occasionally causing people to stare, point, take pictures, and react enthusiastically. I took the car last spring to Cars and Cops Car Show in Chicago where it won 1st place in its class. Sorry, the trophy stays in my 7 year old son's bedroom. The car is available for inspection.Recently a comparable 93F sold for $29,000 at a popular online auction. HISTORY SAAB 93 was the second model the company ever produced. The first model was called 92. 93B, introduced in December of 1957 had a full windshield with curved glass and optional seat belts. The 93B was produced until the end of 1959 when the new 93F model appeared. The 93F is the final iteration of the 93. It differed from the previous version by having the doors hinged at the front. The 93F was only produced for 12 months starting in late 1959 and ending in 1960. Estimated 12,000 to 15,000 examples of 93F were ever built (out of a total SAAB 93 production of 53,000), making 93F more rare than 93B. The next model, 96 had further improvements and is easily recognizable by larger rear window and the taillights.