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| The 1998 9000 CSE Turbo | ||
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| Approximately 1,300 Saab 9000's were imported to the US in 1998. They were all CSE Turbo's. The previous lineup of 9000CS, 9000CSE, 9000CSET & 9000 Aero was reduced to this single 9000 variant. The CSET's featured the Aero engine, 16 inch wheels and body colored exterior trim, but did not include the Aero suspension modifications, the Aero body panels or Sport Seats. They were available with either a 5spd (225hp) or an automatic (200hp) transmission.. | ||
| The 16" wheels were a new
design: 3-spoke Super Aero wheels with visible wheel bolts and Griffin cap.
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The 1997 50th Anniversary Edition 9000 (CSE Turbo) |
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| Note: The 1997 Model Year
featured the 50th Anniversary Edition 9000. This car featured color-keyed
bumpers, front and rear spoilers, and sill covers. Super Aero wheels were included
as well as a special leather treatment for the interior. The upholstery was
Sand Beige with Alpaca inlays and featured Saab's stylized aircraft logo embossed in the
backrests of the front and rear seats. Special leather-trim steering wheel and textile
floor mats were also included. The Anniversary Edition was available in the
following colors: Black, Scarabe Green, Midnight Blue & Amethyst Violet.
Both the 5 spds and automatics had the standard 200hp CSET engine.
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