There have been a lot of changes in the car industry, especially within General Motors.  They have gotten rid of four brands after getting out of debt this past July.  Saab, which has not been a good money maker for GM, was recently purchased by Spyker.  Great news for Chicago Saab used cars, those who sell them to loyal customers will still be able to do so!

Saab has been a car brand for the past 72 years.  Spyker bought the company for $400 million in cash and preferred shares.  Imagine that kind of money to buy a company!  To really get Saab back on track as a money maker, several things need to take place.  Spyker says that 100-125 thousand Saab autos will need to be sold annually.  A great time to push those Chicago Saab used cars off of lots and into the hands of an excited buyer!

Also, $1 billion dollars of “peak funding” needs to come in.   Where will this come from?   In a statement from a Spyker rep, it will come from the following source: “The $1 billion Saab needs will mainly come from $326 million in the creation of preferred shares from GM receivables on Saab and a planned 400 million-euro ($558 million) loan from the European Investment Bank as outlined in the sale agreement, Spyker said. Another $200 million will come from available cash.”  This is definitely a lot of cash being pumped into the Saab network.

Spyker further says they may make a 9-1 model.  It would be a small Saab model, but there are a few advantages of this.  They cost less to manufacture and can be mass produced a bit easier.   In Europe, governments are cracking down on carbon dioxide emissions, so smaller cars will have to enter the lineups of car companies.  Saab could pioneer the way in that area!

I am excited about the possibility of Saab autos.  They are a classic brand of cars with a lot of offer the right driver.  Head to your dealer today to see new and used models, meet the friendly service staff, and get your Saab oil change Chicago!

The journey has been long for Saab and it’s loyal fans.  Spyker Cars NV has purchased Saab from General Motors in a deal that should be finalized sometime this month.

The deal has been worked out between General Motors, Spyker, and the Swedish Government.  GM and Spyker are going to form a company called Saab Spyker Automobiles. The Swedish government is coming into play by “reviewing the transaction and the related request for guarantees of a Saab Automobile loan that has been requested from the European Investment Bank”.  Let’s hope this plan works out well for everyone involved.  If it does, it will not only wow Saab enthusiasts, but save jobs of those who sell, make, and service the used 9-3 Aero Chicago!

Currently, your local Saab dealership has services to offer.  The Chicago Saab Service department is trained and ready to service your precious Saab auto.  They periodically offer service specials, so check the website very often!  Another convenient offering is the Red Star Valet Service.  A loaner is delivered to your home or work while your car is serviced.  What a way to save time and lessen the stress sometimes associated with getting your car fixed!

Auto wise, many new and Chicago Saab used cars are waiting for purchase.  For example, the 2009 Saab 9-3 2.0T is a nice looking sedan with numerous features.  This trim option comes with a 2.0 L, 4 cylinder engine that gives 210 HP.   The option of a 6 speed manual or a 5 speed automatic transmission is the driver’s choice! 

The 9-3 2.0T’s interior was redesigned back in 2007.  You’ll find comfortable leather seats, and a leather trimmed sport steering wheel.  A feature that I personally find very useful are the cup holders found in various places around the car, including the dashboard, front console, and rear seats. 

Like many other Chicago Saab used cars, the new 9-3′s have a good audio system.  It is MP3 compatible and has Bluetooth Phone integration ability.  These are amenities that make traveling in your sedan a pleasure.  Coming standard, you’ll also find seven speakers, audio controls on the steering wheel, and much more.

With the current acquisition of Saab by Spyker, it seems the car brand is on track to a bright future.  Head to your dealer today for Chicago Saab Service and many new and used models.  I guarantee you’re going to like what you see!

Has your “change oil” light been on for awhile in your Chicago Saab used cars?  Well, don’t put it off bringing it in any longer.  Patrick Saab is currently offering a service special.  If you go to www.patricksaab.com and click on “Parts and Service” tab, there is a coupon for $10 off the regular price of your next Oil and Filter Service.

The Chicago Saab service center at your local dealership is a great place to take your Saab in.  The staff is friendly and adequately trained to specialize their work on new and Chicago Saab used cars.  I recently took my 9-3 in and I was extremely happy with the professional environment.

It is recommended that an auto owner change their oil once every 3,000 miles.  If you do a lot of short trip driving, but do not go longer highway distances, you might need to do it more often.  All Saabs sold in the US require oil that meets the GM6094M standard or the GM 4718M.  The staff at Chicago Saab service know this and will make sure this is met!

The new Saab 9-3X, introduced earlier this year, is one of the greatest additions to the Swedish automaker’s lineup. For those who enjoy the performance of SUVs and crossovers, but prefer a more aerodynamic, sleeker shape, the 9-3X is the car for you.  While achieving a fuel economy of 17 mpg city 18 mpg highway, the Chicago Saab 9-3X has a 2.0L, 4-cylinder turbocharged engine that produces a nice amount of power: 210 hp and 221 lb/ft of torque. The 9-3X also comes equipped with the Saab Cross Wheel Drive (XWD) system that makes for excellent control, traction and all-around driving experience.

Simply put by Saab’s Brand Design Chief, “We are offering a trekking shoe that will do what’s required in more comfort and style than a heavier mountaineering boot.”

Check out your local new and used Saab Chicago dealer, Patrick Saab, to test-drive the all new 9-3X wagon. With a helpful, friendly sales team and an incredible selection of vehicles, Patrick is one of the best Chicagoland Saab dealers. If you stop in, they promise you’ll leave another happy Saab customer.

Saab is working on more environmentally friendly vehicles.  The company plans to manufacture both hybrid and electric models that won’t be in dealerships until late 2011, at the earliest.  These new models are going to be hatchbacks, 9-1 or 9-2′s.   Also, the company plans to replace the 9-5 saloon and estate, produce a new 9-3, and a 9-4X compact SUV.   Saab will definitely be busy over the next year and a half! Continue Reading…