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Orphan & discontinued tierNo longer sold new in SA

Saab resale values in South Africa

Saab was imported to SA by Delta Motor Corporation in the 1990s, Absolut Motor Holdings from 1999 and GM South Africa from mid-2004, with new sales ending around 2010 when the Spyker sale left the country without an importer. A loyal owner community and independent specialists keep the survivors running.

Brand depreciation profile

Projected value of a typical Saab at R 293 385, the median new price across the range, on the orphan & discontinued curve. Estimates, not quotes.

R0R75kR150kR225kR300kNow1y2y3y4y5y6y7y8y9y10yYears from now
Left after 1 year
72%
about R 211 237
Left after 3 years
51%
about R 150 823
Left after 5 years
37%
about R 108 970

Every Saab we track

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Common questions about Saab values

Do Saab cars hold their value?

Saab sits in our "Orphan & discontinued" depreciation tier. On our model a typical Saab keeps about 51% of its new price after three years, so a R 293 385 car would still be worth around R 150 823. These are estimates to compare cars, not a quote.

What is the cheapest new Saab?

The cheapest Saab we track is the 9-3, last sold new from about R 212 750. After three years it should still be worth around R 109 577 on our estimates.

Which Saab holds value best?

On our numbers the Saab 9-3 holds value best, keeping about 52% of its price after three years, roughly R 109 577 of a R 212 750 purchase. Rankings shift as prices update, so treat it as a guide.