The Saab 900 first arrived on the scene in 1978, but its lineage goes back further into the 1960s.

Years of development and progression of the brand were signified by innovation, safety and common sense; the Saab 900 exemplifies a character that was unmistakably Saab.

The backwards-facing FWD engine was pushed far back to improve handling, aided by a clever suspension design.

Yet its most prominent features were focused on the occupants.

An impressive safety cell, with unrivalled dashboard ergonomics and clever touches such as the door design to allow easy entry and exit, ensured a loyal and dedicated following.

Sold in a variety of different body shapes, the 2-door saloon version's main advantage is providing body strength, with a bonus of allowing additional luggage security in the cavernous boot.

Revised in 1988 with new fuel-injected normally aspirated 2.0-litre engines and updated styling, this generation of 900 was considered the last of the full-blooded Saabs.

This 1990 a...