Saab History

Saab Quantum IV at Swedish Car Day

Posted on 18. Oct, 2006 by Ryan.

At Swedish Car Day, Saab Automobile USA brought their entire Heritage Collection along once again and in that collection, I managed to get a snapshot of their Saab Quantum IV Formula. I still cannot believe I managed to see two Saab Quantums in person in one day! What an event!

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The SAAB “Quantum”

Posted on 03. Oct, 2006 by Ryan.

Since I have been on the topic of rare Saab models like the Sonett, I should also discuss the Quantum. The Saab Quantum project was first introduced in 1962 and lasted until about 1965. A total of 5 models were produced with the help of president of Saab Motors, Inc. Ralph Millet and colleague Walter Kern at IBM.

I anticipate receiving some additional photos in the next day to articulate the visual differences between each model.

From Wikipedia and more information visit http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saab_Quantum

” * Quantum I – only a rolling chassis (one built).
* Quantum II – with a water cooled, three cylinder 750 cc Saab two-stroke engine with three Solex 34W carburetors giving 57 hp (43 kW). The top speed was 155 km/h and it did 0 to 100 km/h in 16 seconds. Only two built.
* Quantum III – redesigned II, two built.
* Quantum IV – scaled down to one seat. Available as kit car.
* Quantum V – 1965, one built.“

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