Saab Built This Car Like an Airplane

When Saab engineers set out to build the 900, they didn't think like car designers. They thought like aircraft engineers. From a reinforced safety cage and industry-first crash protection to innovative turbo technology, heated seats, cabin air filtration, and one of the most unconventional engine layouts ever put into production, the Saab 900 was decades ahead of its time. Many of the engineering ideas that seemed excessive in the 1970s have since become standard across the automotive industry. In this video, we explore why the Saab 900 became one of the most overengineered cars ever built—and why enthusiasts still consider it one of the smartest automotive designs ever created. If you enjoy videos about legendary engineering, forgotten automotive history, Japanese and European classics, and the stories behind iconic cars, be sure to subscribe for more. #Saab #Saab900 #ClassicCars #AutomotiveHistory #Engineering #Turbo #SwedishCars #Overengineered #CarDocumentary #CarHistory