Kings - Saab 900 restomod A Saab 900 restomod? Now that’s a niche passion project with serious cool factor. You don’t see those every day—and when you do, car nerds stop and stare. The 900's got that quirky, jet-inspired Saab vibe, and giving it a modern twist? Chef’s kiss. 🧠 Why the Saab 900? • Production: 1978–1993 (classic 900) • Iconic features: o Wraparound windshield o Aircraft-style cockpit (Saab used to make jets, after all) o Reverse-mounted engine (clutch in the front!) o Turbocharged models were wild for their time 🔧 Restomod Ideas (The Good Stuff) ⚙️ Engine Swap or Refresh • Keep it Saab: Rebuild the original 2.0L or 2.1L turbo for reliability + boosty goodness • Go wild: Some folks drop in: • B234R from a Saab 9000 Aero (more modern 2.3L turbo) • Ecotec or even a Volvo white block • Or go real nuts with a V6 or EV swap ⚡ Modern Tech Upgrades • Standalone ECU (Megasquirt, Haltech) for better tuning • Modern turbo + intercooler setup • Upgraded fuel system • Coilover suspension • Big brake kit (the OG 900 needs help here) 🛠️ Interior Love • Custom gauge cluster (but keep the fighter-jet feel) • Reupholstered Saab seats (they were already comfy) • Bluetooth/Apple Car Play hidden in retro stereo • Alcan Tara headliner, LED lighting, maybe a roll cage if it's track-ish 🎨 Exterior Mods • Keep the OG lines—they're too good • Subtle widebody? Maybe • Clean Euro bumpers or custom smoothed US ones • Classic Saab Inca wheels or modern 3-piece wheels with dish • Restored or custom paint—OG Saab colors slap (Imola Red, Scarab Green, etc.) 🧊 Vibe Check A Saab 900 restomod is for someone who: • Thinks outside the box (literally and figuratively) • Wants something with character, history, and zero pretense • Appreciates turbo spool and Swedish engineering weirdness #car #cars #classiccar #carlovers #vintagecars #classiccarsdaily #carcollectors #carculture #classiccarshow #carrestoration #carpassion #carhistory #carobsession | Facebook
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