LOT 76
1965 Saab 96 Monte Carlo 850 Registration no. EAE 587C Chassis no. 347564
1965 Saab 96 Monte Carlo 850 Registration no. EAE 587C Chassis no. 347564
1965 Saab 96 Monte Carlo 850
Registration no. EAE 587C
Chassis no. 347564
Registration no. EAE 587C
Chassis no. 347564
MOT Expiry: N/A
*Immaculate condition
*Low mileage
*Dry stored in Carcoon
*Ready for recommissioning
An homage to Erik Carlsson and Pat Moss for their victories at the Monte Carlo rallying circuits, the Saab 96 Monte Carlo 850 is an iconic homologation special. The car featured a longitudinally mounted 841cc engine that was uprated with triple carburettors and oil injection for the Monte Carlo, putting out 57bhp. A modified cylinder head and filled crankshaft counterweights helped give the engine a higher compression ratio, and therefore more power. Externally, the Monte Carlo is distinguishable via special Monte Carlo badges, unique front seats and rear bench, special door cards, wood trimmed steering wheel and dual chrome strips on the side. This low mileage 1965 example is in immaculate condition, and has been dry stored in a Carcoon for the last 20 years. The vendor's father who owned the car beforehand originally planned to take the car rallying, but decided against the decision due to its immaculate condition. The car currently does not run, but there is good history with the car and it is ready to be recommissioned for the road. The vendor has stated that he is aiming to get the engine running and started by the time of the sale. Many original 96 cars have been stripped of parts over the last few decades for restoration of the more desirable Monte Carlo models. This is an opportunity not to be missed.
Footnotes
Vendor Score Total: 57/100
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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well
EXTERIOR TOTAL: 20/25
Body Work: 4
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 3
Glass: 4
Paint: 4
Wheels/Tyres: 5
INTERIOR TOTAL: 14/20
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 3
Headlining: 3
Seats: 4
Trim: 4
ENGINE TOTAL: 8/20
Mechanical components: 3
Running: 1
Starting: 1
Under Bonnet: 3
RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 4/20
Axles: 1
Brakes: 1
Gearbox/Clutch: 1
Suspension: 1
ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 8/10
Ancillary components: 4
Main components: 4
Car History File: 3
Saleroom notices
To view a video of this lot please click here Please note the vendor has advised us he has not had the opportunity to get the car running, but is delighted to inform us that the engine turns over.
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