The name 'Saab' stands for Svenska Aeroplan Aktiebolaget, reflecting its roots as an aircraft manufacturer.
The museum's 'Ursaab' prototype (92001) features a drag coefficient of 0.30, an aerodynamic achievement that remains competitive with many modern vehicles.
The collection includes the 'Saab Monster,' a unique 1959 vehicle built with two 750cc engines to test high-speed performance.
Saab was the first automaker to introduce heated front seats as a standard feature in 1972.
The museum building itself is part of the Innovatum Science Center area, a repurposed industrial zone from the 19th and 20th centuries.
Many of the cars on display were saved from being auctioned off individually during the company's 2011 liquidation by a regional government buyout.
The 9-3 Viggen prototype displayed is named after the Saab 37 Viggen fighter jet.
The Saab Car Museum in Trollhättan houses the most comprehensive collection of Saab automobiles in the world, chronicling the brand from its 1947 prototype to its bankruptcy in 2011. Located in the Innovatum District, the facility is housed in a former workshop building on the site of the original Saab factory. The exhibition features over 100 vehicles, including experimental prototypes, rally champions, and classic production models like the 92, 96, and 900. Visitors can view the 'Ursaab,' the first-ever Saab prototype developed by aerospace engineers. The museum also displays aeronautical artifacts, highlighting the company's origins in aircraft manufacturing. Displays provide detailed technical insights into the development of turbocharging technology and safety innovations for which the brand became known. The collection is maintained by a foundation dedicated to preserving Swedish automotive heritage.
The 'Ursaab' prototype display, located centrally in the main hall.
Allow extra time to read the detailed placards, as they contain significant engineering history.
Check the website for temporary special exhibitions, as the museum often rotates vehicles from their deep storage archives.
Assuming all cars are production models; pay attention to the labels, as many are unique design studies and one-off prototypes.
Closed on Mondays. Open daily Tuesday through Sunday.
