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For 1966, the Saab 96 was given a four-speed manual gearbox, and its engine was a two-stroke three-cylinder unit that displaced 51.3 cubic inches and offered nearly 50 horsepower. The two-door sedan had seating for five occupants and was priced at nearly $2,000. 'Special' models were available this year, along with front disc brakes, a tachometer, and a more powerful Monte Carlo engine. The history of the Saab 96 dated back to 1960 and was produced until January 1980. It was a development of the old Saab 92 chassis and given improvements and modern design elements, along with safety improvements. It was also the first Saab model officially imported to the United Kingdom. In 1965, the original 'bull-nose' front section of the 96 was lengthened in preparation for a new engine, and the radiator was moved ahead of the engine rather than above and behind. In 1968, the front and rear windows were again enlarged.
By Daniel Vaughan | Jun 2016
By Daniel Vaughan | Jun 2016
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The Saab 96 was produced for twenty years, beginning in 1960 and lasting until 1980. It was based on the Saab 92 chassis and was originally powered by a 38-horsepower three-cylinder, two-stroke engine. Later it was increased to an 850cc unit that produced 40 horsepower. In 1967 the car was offered with a four-stroke Ford 1498cc V4 engine borrowed from the Ford Taunus. It produced 65 horsepower, enough....
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Debuting at a Stockholm press conference on February 17, 1960, the new Saab 96 was also known as Project 93C. Based on its predecessor, the 93, it featured an updated tail end that now showcased a 117 larger rear screen, a bigger baggage compartment, a wider backseat, a brand new fuel tank, and larger rear lights. Opening new markets for Saab, the 93 was developed from the old Saab 92 chassis with....
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