Saab Sonett
Overview
| Produced: |
1966-1974, 10219 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Coupe,2 doors,2 seats |
In 1966 Saab of Sweden launched its all-new sports model, aimed directly at the American market, the new Sonett.
The Sonett featured a sleek (drag factor of 0.32Cd) two door coupe body which offered accommodation for two people.
At first the Sonett came with a twin-cylinder, 841cc, two-stroke Saab engine, as used in the Monte Carlo model. After only 250 two-stroke versions the Sonett received a new 1498cc V4 engine which offered more power and a top-speed of 100mph. From 1970 the Sonett was restyled and continued in this, Mk 3 form until 1974.
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 841cc | S3 TS | Saab Two-stroke | ||
| 1498cc | V4 OHV | Ford V4 (Taunus) |
Drivetrain and Suspension
| Drivetrain | Steering | Front Suspension | Rear Suspension |
|---|---|---|---|
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 mph | 13.4 s | 1498cc engine |
Auction Sales History
| Lot Num |
Description | Auctioneer | Date | Hammer Price | Hammer Price (inc premium) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 009 | Saab Sonett MKIII (1970) | H&H Sales Limited | 17 Feb 1999 | Not sold | |
| 856 | Saab Sonett MKII (1967) | Brooks | 26 Oct 1995 | Not sold | |
Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Article |
Sweden's secret sports car |
80 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars August 2007 | |||
| Sweden's secret sports car - Between building aircraft and curious saloons in the Fifties, Saab developed a race-ready roadster behind closed doors. Welcome to the secret world of the Sonett Super Sport. | ||||
| Article |
Swedish Classics - Cold comfort |
59 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart December 2011 | |||
| Swedish Classics - Cold comfort - We take a look at the sensible and not so sensible Swedish classics. Saab 99, Saab Sonett, Volvo Amazon, Volvo P1800. | ||||
| Article |
Swedish Stunner |
48 |
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| Publication | Classics Monthly July 2008 | |||
| Swedish Stunner- As if the shape and colour weren't attention-grabbing enough, the Saab Sonett boasts an illustrious past... | ||||
| Article |
Small toys for big boys |
64 |
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| Publication | Classics Monthly June 2006 | |||
| Small toys for big boys - With nimble handling and almost terrifying performance in tiny packages, the Toyota Sports 800 and Saab Sonett II prove irresistible for Ivan Ostroff. | ||||
| Article |
Winter warners |
100 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car February 2001 | |||
| Winter warners - BGT vs GT6 vs G21 - Alastair Clements cherry-picks a winner from these bargain hardy perennials. | ||||
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