Saab GT750

1959 SAAB 93B 750GT

The Saab GT750 was a car model of the Swedish manufacturer Saab and the sports version of the Saab 93 The car was built in the period from April 1958 to the year 1960. The car was intended primarily for export to the United States. 546 of 605 cars built were exported to the United States.

With the overall victory in the Great American Mountain Rally Saab Sport riders had become a household name in the United States. This group of people should be with the Saab 750 GT a suitable vehicle to be offered; at the same time it was hoped to be able to make known through use in various racing events, the Saab brand.

The 3 -cylinder engine in the base version 45 hp from 750 cc at a speed of 5000 rpm. The maximum speed was 150 km / h with an acceleration of about 12 seconds from 0-96 km / h The engine could be ordered in different power levels, with the 50 hp kit cost $ 148.

The 750 GT had a very extensive facilities. The instruments included tachometer, clock, fuel gauge and temperature gauge. Before co-driver a Halda speed pilot was installed. Wood steering wheel, reclining seats and a head restraint for the front passenger increased to comfort considerably. The rear bench seat was replaced with jump seats.

From the outside, recognized the 750 GT at the double chrome trim strip between the axles. Then there were wheel covers, front driving lamps and reversing lamps.

After the appearance of the Saab 96 of the 750 GT received its body. The price in the U.S. was $ 2,568.