The Final Saabs Left At The Factory Are Going Up For Auction With No Reserve
The last remaining Saab vehicles at the Trollhättan factory in Sweden, including pre-production Saab 9-3 sedans and NEVS-era electric prototypes, are being auctioned without reserve starting May 21, with bidding concluding May 30. The sale marks the closure of Saab’s historic production site and features seven unique cars, some with experimental technology like in-wheel motors and autonomous-driving systems.
The final Saab vehicles ever built at the company’s historic Trollhättan factory in Sweden are set for auction, with bidding opening May 21 and concluding May 30 at the factory itself. The collection includes seven Saab 9-3-based cars owned by NEVS (National Electric Vehicle Sweden), which acquired Saab’s assets after its 2012 collapse. Among them are three pre-production gasoline-powered Saab 9-3 models intended for a 2014 restart that never materialized, as well as experimental electric prototypes, some built in China with four in-wheel motors or range-extender technology. The auction features unusual prototypes from the NEVS era, including an electric Saab 9-3 developed in Trollhättan but assembled in China, a range-extender hybrid, and a development car equipped with autonomous-driving hardware like lidar and GPS. These vehicles represent Saab’s failed attempts to innovate after its financial collapse, offering a glimpse into an alternate future for the brand. All cars will be sold without reserve, meaning prices could start low but are expected to rise sharply among collectors. The auction also serves as a symbolic farewell to Trollhättan, where Saab produced distinctive vehicles for decades before its decline. Fans will have one last chance to visit the factory, adding emotional weight to the event. Saab’s legacy endures among enthusiasts for its quirky engineering, turbocharged performance, and aircraft-inspired design. Models like the 900 Turbo and 9-3 Viggen remain highly sought after, reflecting the brand’s enduring appeal despite its disappearance. The auction marks the definitive end of Saab’s production era, closing a chapter in automotive history.
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