Minnesota SAAB Club Newsletter
March, 2003
 
        Hello, loyal SAAB fans!  Hopefully we'll have the luck-o'-the Irish with us this month regarding weather, as we have had an eerily quiet winter so far here in the midwest.  I would like to begin by thanking all of those who attended Andrews free lunch and carwash Saturday, February 22nd, and especially all of those who worked so hard to make it all happen! (You know who you are)  There were well over 30 cars that received not only a quality hand washing, but an inside detailing as well!  Meyer Garage staff, Marty and Paul, were busy all morning assisting with test drives for all who wanted to experience the pleasures of driving a new 9-3 sport sedan.  What a great excuse to get out and about on a sun-shiny winter day! 
 
For this month's program, Dean Nelson will be showing the group how to install a cool EMS steering wheel into your classic 900!  It's actually simpler than what you might think, and you too can be the first on your block!  There will also be the opportunity for discussion on rally "B" boxes, and the upcoming "Ides of March Rally" being held Saturday, March 15th, in Redwing.  We will also be discussing the upcoming 25th anniversary Andrews open house on June 14th, and what support the club can provide for the day--and possible track event. 
 
Fix-it/wash day at Meyer Garage
Meyer Garage will be hosting a "do-it-yourself" fix it day from 8 A.M. to 3 P.M. on Saturday, March 29, at the dealership in Meyer.  This will give you a warm place with acces to a hoist to perform some minor repairs (no timing chains--please!), or just an opportunity to inspect the undercarriage of your car without risking life and limb with a floor jack.  They will also have the wash bay open for anyone wanting a warm place to wash and/or detail his or her car.  A light lunch will be served at noon.  Please call, or email Annette if you know you will be attending, so that lunch can be adequately planned for.   
 
Current lease/purchase incentives
SAAB is offering yet another month of spectacular incentives on new SAABs.  Call or e-mail Annette at Annette@meyersaab.com , or 1-888-722-2246 for more details.  Imagine youself driving a new SAAB for as little as $299 per month!  Also just announced, is 4.9 APR financing on all SAAB certified pre-owned cars through SAAB Financial.  All certified used cars carry a 6 year/100K mile warranty from the original service date--including roadside assistance!  There are currently several of these cars in stock, so check out the website at http://www.meyersaab.com for a current inventory list! 
 
Club Website
Check out the club website!  See all the latest news, club events, classifieds, member photos, newsletters, and so much more!  Check it out at www.mnsaabclub.org
 
Upcoming Events
-March 5th, Wednesday, Iowa SAAB Club meeting, Iowa City, IA
-March 6th, Thursday, Minnesota SAAB Club meeting, Har-Mar Ground Round in Roseville, 7:30 PM
-March 15th, "Ides of March Rally", Saturday, Redwing Godfather's Pizza, 4:00 P.M. (Dean Nelson Rallymaster)
-March 29th, Saturday, Free lunch, wash, and shop day at Meyer Garage from 8 A.M.-3 P.M. 
-April 3rd, Thursday, Minnesota SAAB Club meeting, Har-Mar Ground Round in Roseville, MN, 7:30 P.M.
 
SAAB News
The convertibles are coming!  Check out the sexy, all new 9-3 convertible that just debuted in Geneva at http://www2.saabusa.com/convertible/?source=mar03saabi.  Check out the latest and greatest vintage SAAB racing action at http://www.vintagesaab.com/vsrgBridgestone to acquire 19% stake in rival Nokian!  Read the latest at http://www.forbes.com/home_europe/newswire/2003/02/24/rtr887987.html  
 
Glassyeyeds:  
 
-Nearly everything under the sun for your favorite SAAB, 
weather a two-stroke, V4, Sonett, 8V, or 16V turbo.  Good
prices on good road tested parts!  Call 612-250-6788, 
or 507-252-1888 to place your order today!    
 
-Need to do some spring cleaning?  Place your free ad here! 
 
See you all at the meeting! 
 
Chris Luick
President and Editor,
The Minnesota SAAB Club