April 2005
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Hi, 

Welcome to Saab-i. In this issue, the focus is on driving performance. You can read all about the exhilarating driving experience of the all-new Saab 9-3 SportCombi, and we also have an article about Hirsch Performance, Saab’s official performance partner, who offer specialist tuning and accessories to further enhance your Saab’s dynamic characteristics.

And with the winter finally drawing to a close, we have news of a pre-summer check that will optimise the performance of your Saab for the forthcoming summer.



Best regards, 

Knut Simonsson
Executive Director
Global Brand & Sales Operations

With its outstanding performance, aerodynamic design and responsive handling characteristics, the all-new Saab 9-3 SportCombi offers a sporty, exhilarating drive. Click on the link below to read more about the driver-focussed aspects of this exciting new Saab.
   The Saab 9-3 SportCombi driving experience | Go to top 
We’ve added some new material to the
9-3 SportCombi section of our website — check out the latest information by following the link below. You can also download the full 9-3 SportCombi brochure by clicking on the download link.

  Visit the Saab 9-3 SportCombi website
  Download the 9-3 SportCombi brochure (PDF) | Go to top 

People tend to choose Saabs because they appreciate outstanding performance and driving excitement. Now you can take all of these Saab qualities to the next level, by choosing Hirsch Performance. Hirsch is Saab’s exclusive design and performance partner, and it offers a range of products to enhance the style, aerodynamics, performance and road handling of your Saab.

The Hirsch team use advanced engine tuning and management systems to boost the power and torque of a Saab engine to astonishing levels. They can lower the suspension and tune the chassis for an even more engaging drive, and they can add stylish and performance-enhancing accessories, such as 19” alloy wheels, front and rear spoilers and sports exhaust systems.

For more information on how you can transform your Saab into a truly breathtaking performance vehicle, please contact your nearest Saab dealer, or visit the Hirsch website by following the link below.

Please note: Hirsch Performance products are only available in certain markets and the range may vary from country to country.

   Visit the Hirsch website

 

After a long, cold winter, we can start looking forward to some warmer weather at last! So it’s time to start thinking about preparing your Saab for the summer months. Your Saab workshop can give your car a thorough examination, and make essential checks to guarantee that everything is in tip-top condition for those summer trips and driving vacations.

We will check the tyre condition and pressures, the brakes, discs and pads, as well as the parking brake, drive belts and wiper blades. We will ensure that all fluids are topped up to the correct levels for summer driving, and that the lights, battery and air conditioning system are operating correctly. Finally, we will check the radiator, hoses and exhaust system for possible leaks.

Call your nearest Saab workshop to book an appointment today, and make sure that you enjoy the forthcoming summer to the full.


In the unlikely event of a breakdown or serious technical problem with your Saab, help is always at hand. With Saab Roadside Assistance, you can rest assured that almost wherever you are in Europe, our dedicated and skilled staff can handle your problem. We work in over 40 European countries to ensure that you can stay mobile.

With one simple call we can arrange roadside assistance, spare parts, towing services, rental cars and onward or homeward travel. Should you require it, we can sort out hotel accommodation, vehicle collection and even special bank arrangements — whatever it takes to get you where you need to be with the minimum stress.

Saab Roadside Assistance is available on all new Saabs throughout Europe, providing you follow the recommended servicing schedule. Please ask your nearest Saab Dealer for more information.

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Following on from its successful launch of the new Saab 9-3 SportCombi at the Geneva Motor Show, the world’s press has been making its judgement, and the reviews have been overwhelmingly positive: Sweden’s Göteborgs-Posten, for example, wrote that “It meets all our expectations...This new Combi is beautifully crafted, good looking and has well-balanced proportions. It will be a sales success.”

To read more about the press’ reaction the new Saab 9-3 SportCombi, simply follow the link below and click on the rightmost thumbnail under "EXTRAS". 
  Read the press quotes about the Saab 9-3 SportCombi | Go to top  
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