I’d like to take a moment to welcome a new sponsor to Trollhattan Saab and Saabs United – MobilForum from Dresden, in Germany.

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MobilForum are a top tier dealership specialising in Hummer, Cadillac, Corvette and most importantly for readers at this website – Saab. In fact, with the specialised knowledge they’ve accumulated over the years they are the top tier dealership for premium brands in Saxony, Germany.

Mobilforum provide their customers with a balanced mix of experience and innovation when it comes to Saab and GM’s other premium brands. They know their products and their customers. They know that these drivers want their cars to express their individuality, placing a particular emphasis on reliability and superior ride.

Whether it’s the subtly-practical Saab 9-3 Sport Combi or the expressive and powerful Corvette Z06 – customers will receive a full buying and ownership experience from the staff at Mobilforum.

Its their specialised knowledge and creativity that leads them to look for integrated solutions for their customers, like the all-in-one Kenwood audio and commuinications system I publicised at Trollhattan Saab recently. Shortly we’ll hear from a pretty happy TS reader in Singapore who just installed this system in his Turbo X, supplied by Mobilforum.

I want to thank MobilForum for their support of SaabsUnited and wish them well in their mission: to promote Saab in one of the toughest European markets there is, in Germany.

I hope all who are in their region (and beyond) check out their offerings and give them your support where you can.

If you’re looking to freshen up your wheels and tyres tires, or looking just to preserve the good condition they’re already in, then this pack from site sponsor Saab USA Parts will be of interest.

It’s pretty good value. The bag alone would sell for a tidy sum. With the northern spring coming some time in the near future, now’s probably a good time to get those dry weather wheels and tired cleaned up and presentable before they go back on your Saab.

Here’s the deal from the horse’s mouth (sorry Fred, you’re not really a horse…..)

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The Ultimate Tire Protection Package in a genuine Saab trunk storage bag. All for only $49.95. You can buy yours now at www.SaabUsaParts.com

The package consists of:

Genuine Saab Trunk Storage Bag.

Extreme Black Tire Dressing – The ultimate dressing for your tires. Protects & conditions rubber, vinyl and plastic. Non-greasy car show formula. This EASY TO USE product was formulated to make your tires look as close to new as possible without looking greasy.

Magic Shine Cleaner – The ultimate instant detail spray. Show car shine in half the time. Unique synthetic polymer formula. Fast & easy application.

Wheel Wax – The ultimate protection for your wheels. Resists brake dust build-up. Safe for all wheels. Makes wheels easier to clean. Seals & protects.

AccuTire Key Chain w/ Electronic Digital Pressure Gauge – Extend the life of your tires with properly adjusted tire pressures.

Time for a look at a few specials from our excellent site sponsors:

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State of Nine have a special on their Saab logo mats. State of Nine typically test products from a number of manufacturers prior to choosing one to offer for sale, so you only get the best quality stuff, with the best quality State of Nine service.

This week they’re offering their famous Saab logo floor mats, available with either the Saab or Saab Scania logos, for 10% off. The price is for this week only and you need to enter the code TROLLOGO when you check out in order to get the discount.

Thanks to State of Nine for looking after TS readers so well….

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Elkparts first publicised the impending arrival of the Hirsch logo keyring around mid-2008. They had a lot of interest at that time, but it took a little while for the product to arrive in-store. It’s just come in, and Elkparts are now ready to receive your order.

Another new trinket from Hirsch is the Hirsch is the vehicle logo badge (pictured). If you’ve got a Hirsch-modified Saab but your modification was done before these came out, then you might want to pick one up and add it to the 9-3 or 9-5 badge at the rear of your Saab.

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SaabUSA Parts has added a new Saab Gear section to their website, and it includes some excellent new Saabological collectables in the form of two new Saab advertising posters. If you’re into collecting Saab stuff then these are well worth a look.

The first is an XWD poster that states “A car that reads the road. What a novel idea.”

The second is a turbo poster, which reads When we put a turbine into an airplane, we called it a jet. When we put one in a car, we turned it into a Saab.

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It’s a festival of ninedom over at State of Nine.

To kick off 2009 they’re offering nine of their top selling products with a 9% discount. To get the discount, you need to enter Promo Code 9FOR2009 during check out. This offer expires February 1st, 2009.

The products are as follows:

Lifetime Logo Floor Mats: Our Official Saab Logo Mats have been top-sellers for years now, but Saabs last a long time, so why not pay a little extra and have a more luxurious version with a lifetime replacement warranty. These 48 oz. carpet mats feature the same embroidered official Saab logo as the 32 oz. version. 9% OFF $189.95 for two Front Mats

NEW Lifetime Berber Mats: Great alternative to Rubbertite Mats – thick Berber weave of 42 oz. nylon yarn makes them more durable than traditional carpet mats. Now featuring a lifetime replacement warranty because they are so sturdy. These are a year-round Floor Mat with 5-star Customer ratings! Custom embroidery and optional heel pad (for additional costs).
9% OFF $94.95 for two Front Mats

NEW 9-3 Repair Manual: We were the first in the world to get this Haynes Repair Manual this summer! They started selling like hot cakes – finally a manual for the ‘03-’07 Sports Sedan/’04-’07 Convertible/’06-’07 Sports Combi. Discount applies to other repair manuals too!
9% OFF $45.95 and FREE SHIPPING!

SON Logo Emblem Replacement Shields: We’re all about finding solutions for Saabs’ loveable “quirks”. The damage to Saab emblems was the first probem we tackled by introducing Emblem Armor to protect your Hood and Trunk Badges from scratches and chipping. But, what if your Badge is already damaged? For those of you that would like to save some money but still cover up the damaged Badge, we invented this Emblem Replacement Shield that features the State of Nine logo in traditional Saab colors. Winter is the time when old emblems go missing because of ice and snow. Our emblems cover those ugly silver emblems and revive your Saab’s exterior.
9% OFF $14.95 and FREE SHIPPING!

Sheepskin Seat Covers: Our Neoprene Seat Covers are great, but for anyone looking for something a little different and a lot more cozy, these custom-made Sheepskin Seat Covers are for you. Available for most Saab models and years – if our factory doesn’t have a pattern, we’ll try to find it for you! Great solution for classic Saab drivers and convertible drivers.
9% OFF $309.00 for two Front Seat Covers

Thermoplastic Slim License Plate Frames: These look like they’re metal, but they are really made of heavyweight & strong ABS thermoplastic. Available in Black or Chrome. The Slim Frame style (for states where the inspection sticker must be visible) or Standard Plate Frame style available.
9% OFF $19.95

Chrome Lug Nut Caps: Another exclusive to State of Nine! We’ve carried Lug Nut Caps in Black for years, but customers often called and asked for Chrome – so we had them made! Available for current model Saabs and classic (4-bolt) Saabs too!
9% OFF $28.95 and FREE SHIPPING!

Custom Euro Plates: Your Saab is a reflection of your personality, right? These customized Euro Plates let you add even more of your “voice” to your Saab. Create your own message in 9-10 characters, and even add a country decal of your choice. Includes a universal mounting frame for use on all Saabs.
9% OFF $69.95 and FREE SHIPPING!

9-3 Leather Door Pull Covers: Add some fine Italian leather to your 9-3’s interior. Our exclusive European design that started shipping in August. Available in the highest quality Black Italian leather. Sold in Front or Front and Rear doors sets. 9% OFF $44.95 for two Front Door Pull Covers

Site sponsor, State of Nine, have a loyalty rewards program that lets you accumulate points with each of your purchases. $1 spent = 1 point earned and accumulated points can be used to offet future purchases.

Those points never expire and anyone who creates a customer account with State of Nine is automatically eligible for inclusion in the loyalty rewards scheme.

The program was created just last year and already, State of Nine have given away thousands of dollars in points-related purchasing.

For the rest of January 2009, State of Nine are going to double the points you earn on your purchases so you save for your next rewards purchase faster.

Remember, you have to have a customer account to accumulate points and once you’ve created your account, State of Nine will automtically calculate and maintain your points balance for you – and you’re never in a rush because the points never expire whilst you’ve got an active account.

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State of Nine specialise in Saab accessories (both OEM and aftermarket) and have one of the biggest inventories of Saab stuff on the web. The range is huge, the prices are great and the service is exceptional, so please support the guys who support Trollhattan Saab: State of Nine.

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If you’re scrambling for that last minute Christmas gift for a Saab person in your life, then State of Nine have got you covered.

If YOU are that Saaby person and someone’s scrambling for YOUR last minute gift idea, leave the computer switched on with this page up and give them the hint.

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SAVE 10% ON STATE OF NINE GIFT CERTIFICATES

Top 9 reasons why a State of Nine Gift Certificate is the BEST gift ever:

9. It’s delivered to you (or the recipient), today, via email
8. It’s an attractive design (we think!)
7. It’s available in a range of denominations, from $10 to $1,000
6. It never expires
5. It can be used over and over, until its value is down to $0.00
4. You don’t have to worry about someone wanting to return it
3. It’s guaranteed to please any Saab driver
2. No shipping costs – no matter where you are in the US
1. IT’S ON SALE THROUGH DECEMBER 24th!

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True to form, State of Nine are also offering a discount on their gift certificates as the Christmas deadline draws near.

Use the coupon code GIFTCERTTEN when you check out and you’ll get a 10% discount on your State of Nine gift certificate.

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State of Nine would like me to pass on their thanks to all customers in 2008 for their patronage and wish them a happy holiday season and a safe, prosperous 2009.

And I’d like to thank State of Nine for their support of Trolhattan Saab.

Merry Christmas to you all!!

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Site sponsor, State of Nine, have just got in touch and they’ve got some great new pre-Christmas offers as well as some great, brand new accessories for your Saab.

I’ve put links below to some of the other offers, but I want to highlight just one of them here.

State of Nine have a great new offering by way of some custom-made sheepskin seat covers for your Saab.

These are totally custom made to fit your particular model Saab. They have openings in the back so rear passengers can still get to seat pockets, etc. They are also made to accomodate your car’s side airbags, so your safety won’t be compromised at any time.

They’re priced at $309 per pair and you’ve got a choice of 15 colors. Fifteen!

Protect your leather and keep yourself warm in the northern winter.

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Exclusive offer for TS Readers

Use the promotional code 10OFFINTL to take a further $10 of the cost of your order.

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Some of the other great stuff they’ve got on sale right now:

Sheepskin seat belt cushions – match your sheepskin seat covers. Available in four colours.

Save $100 on their Saab 9-5 or Saab 9-3 mesh grille kits. This offer ends December 18th.

Save $30 on the OEM Saab 9-5 berber trunk mat.

Get 10% off any of their custom Saab dash kits (wood, carbon fibre, etc). Definitely one of the most cost effective ways to do an interior upgrade.

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Remember, if you’re ordering before Christmas you’ll need to get in quick. Click here to review the SoN holiday shipping guide and see the recommended dates.

Thanks to State of Nine for their continued support of Trollhattan Saab!

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Site sponsor and purveyor of fine Saab parts and accessories, Saab USA Parts, have just announced the launch of their new gift cards. I love the word ‘purveyor’.

Gift vouchers, or gift cards like these, are frequently traded around our house at Christmas because it lets the recipient get what they’d really like to get. No guessing or missing on your part. You might think their car really needs a flea bath, a good wash and deoderising treatment when they think that all they really need is a bigger, fatter exhaust and a louder stereo.

See what I mean? Teenagers!

SaabUSA Parts sum it up pretty well on their website:

Get them what they’ve always wanted. (Even if you don’t know what it is.)

SaabUSA Parts’ gift cards can be purchased in amounts varying from $25 to $500 and are available at their website.

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