SAAB 900 Turbo
The 900 model was introduced in the late ’70s when SAAB was at the height of its success as a manufacturer of high-quality cars. The 900 Turbo was presented when turbocharging was pretty new. Only a few models before had it as a regular production item (via Car and Driver).
The 2.0-liter four-cylinder with forced induction produced 143 hp at first and 185 hp in later versions. The 900 Turbo was initially offered as a coupe but also could be had as a convertible. In the ’80s, SAABs were popular with upper-middle-class buyers, intellectuals, and artists as a stylish yet affordable transport with advanced technology. Back in the day, the SAAB 900 differed from any other offering in that price class. The convertible was especially sought-after in yuppie circles of young executives in the ’80s.