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Please find below a matrix of SAAB wheels... any help is welcomed...

LOTS of technical information at the bottom of this page!

Early 5-bolt (92, 93, 95, 96, Sonett, etc.)
Early 4-lug (90, 99, 900)

Late 4-bolt (900, 9000)

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Info on some Primax wheels for the 9000 I used to have.

Name/Description

Image

Specs

Works With

Early (2-Digit) SAAB steel wheels. Grey, Silver or Red. This example is from a 96 (1960-1980)

Thanks to Jukka Salotaipale for the info and image.

15"x5", 5-hole

1956>1974 93, 95, 96, 97 [Sonett]

SAAB 99 Inca - Standard 99 Turbo wheel - very light, but also very soft. Factory installed on 99 Turbos from 1978 & 900 Turbo 3 doors 1979 & 1980

1978 99 Turbo and 1979>1980 900 Turbo

15"x5.5", 4-114.3, ET40
SAAB # 22343
SAAB # 105118707
Cap # 22483
Cap # 89 85 483
Cap #105119101
Lugnut # 11973
Lugnut # 02 05 021
Weight: ~15.5 lbs

1969>1984 99
1978>1987 900

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SAAB 900 US Turbo Wheel - otherwise known as the "24 spoker" or "manhole cover." First Saab wheel with conical seat lugnuts [excluding the TRX, of course!]. Factory installed on 1982-1984 900 Turbo & 1982-1986 900S. Factory installed on 1982-1984 900 Turbo & 1982-1986 900S.

1982>1987
15"x5.5", 4-114.3, ET40
SAAB # 89 45 909
SAAB # 00 24 489
SAAB # 105120604
Cap # 89 85 483
Cap # 105123400
Lugnut # 89 47 277
Plug # 89 47 780
Spring Ring # 89 38 458
Weight: ~18 lbs

1978>1987 900
1969>1984 99 (with hub modifications to wheel*)

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SAAB 900 Silver Star Wheel - Rare in the US

198?>198?
15"x5.5", 4-114.3, ET40

SAAB # 125121206
Hubcap # 105121305
Lugnut # 89 47 277
Plug # 89 47 780
Weight: ? lbs

1978>1987 900
1969>1984 99 (with hub modifications to wheel*)

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SAAB 900 SPG/Aero Wheel - My favorite, I have a set of these set aside for my 1994 C900CV. These came stock on the SPG or Aero 900's.

Came in Silver, Grey or Pearl

1985>1987
15"x5.5", 4x114.3, ET40

SAAB # 89 85 970 - Grey
SAAB # 91 00 579 - Silver
SAAB # 91 00 660 - Pearl
SAAB # 105123103
SAAB # 105121800
Hubcap # 89 87 620 - Grey
Hubcap # 89 85 996 - Silver
Hubcap # 89 88 677 - Pearl
Cap # 105121818
Hubcap # 105123400
Lugnut # 89 47 277
Plug # 89 47 780
Weight: ~19 lbs

1988>
15"x5.5", 4-x108, ET40
SAAB # 91 03 219
Cap # 02 81 535
Bolt # 89 65 907
Weight: ~19 lbs

1978>1987 900 [nut style]
1988>1993-1/2 900 [bolt style]
1969>1984 99 (with hub modifications to wheel*)

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SAAB "Sunburst" 15-spoke wheels - standard on most early 9000's. There are two 5.5 varieties. One for -87 99/900 and one for 88- 900. [Thanks to Larry West for update]. First offered in 1985.

According to Eirik O. Skjæveland, in Europe, these are called "Turbo85" wheels. Thanks, Eirik!

<1987
15"x5.5", 4x114.3, ET40
SAAB # 91 00 587
SAAB # 105122808
Cap # 02 81 535
Cap # 105123400
Lugnut # 89 47 277
Plug # 89 47 780
Weight: ~18 lbs

1988>
15"x5.5", 4x108, ET40
SAAB # 9103524
SAAB # 105123301
Cap # 105123400
Cap # 89 87 620 - Grey
Cap # 02 81 535 - ?
Bolt # 89 65 907
Weight: ~18 lbs

15"x6", 4x108, ET33
1986>1990
SAAB # 89 65 212
SAAB # 89 58 910
Cap # 02 81 535
Cap # 89 87 620
Weight: ~ ? lbs

For 15"x5.5:
1978>1987 900 [nut style]
1988>1993-1/2 900 [bolt style]
1969>1984 99 (with hub modifications to wheel*)

For 15"x6:
1988>1993-1/2 900
1986>1998 9000

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SAAB "Cross Spoke" Wheels - came on various early 9000 models, especially the CD. A special version with a Griffin Head hubcap came on the Griffin Edition.

The 16"x6.5" version had a polished rim in 1990.

Cross Spoke

15"x6", 4x108, ET33

SAAB # 40 02 408
SAAB # 400103800
Hubcap #41 99 360
Hubcap # 89 69 545
Hubcap # 105122311
Hubcap # 105122309
Griffin Cap # ?
Weight: ~? lbs

16"x 6.5", 4x108, ET27

SAAB # 02 49 607
SAAB # 105122337
Hubcap # 02 70 900
Hubcap # 105122311

1988>1993-1/2 900
1986>1998 9000

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SAAB "Diamond Spoke" Wheels - came on various early 90's 9000 models. Requires rear spring stop 138003009 if used on classic 900.

Diamond Spoke

5"x6.5", 4x108, ET27

SAAB # 89 70 980
SAAB # 88 83 874
SAAB # 105122402

Hubcap # 89 87 620
Hubcap # 105123400

1988>1993-1/2 900
1986>1998 9000

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SAAB "Super Inca" - the 5.5" was "nut style" and the 6" "bolt style" - some people love these, but most folks hate them. I had them on my 1984 900t and I thought they looked fine. The EPC lists these as "Sports Package" Wheels for MY 1990.

15"x5.5", 4x114.3, ET40
SAAB # 91 03 870
                105122600
SAAB # 91 02 484
                105121701
Hubcap # 91 02 492
                105121305
Hubcap # 89 87 620
                105123400

15"x6", 4x108, ET33, bolt style
SAAB # 02 81 691?
SAAB # 105122501
SAAB # 105121909
SAAB # 105122204
Hubcap # 105121305
Hubcap # 105121404
(locking - very rare)

nut style...
1978>1987 900
1969>1984 99 (with hub modifications to wheel*)

bolt style...
1988>1993-1/2 900
1986>1998 9000

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Goes Nowhere...

SAAB 99 & 900 EMS Soccerball - Standard EMS wheel - Very strong. Looks like the Sonett wheel, but is 4-hole. Since it's narrow, it's good for ice racing or snow tires for your 900. Factory installed on 99 EMS & 900 EMS up to 1980. There is also a GLE variant that has gold paint instead of black. Factory installed on 99 GLE & 900 GLE up to 1980.

15"x5", 4-114.3, ET45

SAAB # 8939472 - Silver
SAAB # 22319 - Black
SAAB # 17772 - Gold
Bolt/Cap # 16170

1969>1984 99
1978>1987 900

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99 Soccerball

And let's not forget the 5-lug soccerballs for the 95, 96 and 97 (Sonett)! 5" in width was a big step up from the 4.5" width of the steel wheels...

Generally, the Sonett had the inner honeycomb painted black, and the 95/96's were a solid color. Many exceptions.

These take a special bolt/washer combo.

95, 96, 97 (Sonett) Soccerball

Soccerball on red Sonett

15"x5", 5-hole

SAAB # ?
Cap (blue) # ?
Cap (black) # ?

1956>1974 93, 95, 96, 97 [Sonett]

SAAB 99 Minilite 8 Spoke. Looking for some better pix! Came in Silver and Yellow [S&R Catalog option]

Thanks to Larry West for the part numbers and to James Fox for the S&R info

15"x5.5", 4-114.3, ET40
15"x6", 4-114.3, ET33

SAAB # 22376 [came with centercap]
SAAB # 00 22 044
SAAB # 105118806
Hubcap # 00 23 069
Lugnut # 11973

1969>1984 99 1978>1987 900 [nut style]

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SAAB Ronal Silverspoke Sport Wheel - See the SilverVane below

15"x5.5", 4-114.3, ET40
15"x6", 4-114.3, ET33

SAAB # 00 24 380
SAAB # 105120406
Cap # 105119101

1969>1984 99 1978>1987 900 [nut style]

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SAAB SilverVane by - Mike White's favorite wheel! AKA "Silver Spoke."

I *think* there were three other styles [other than the Silverspoke]:

Silvervane Shelby Sport Wheel" 02 05 393 - Silver with machined lip
Goldvane Shelby Sport Wheel" 02 05 401 - Gold with machined lip
? Shelby Sport Wheel" - Black with machined lip

The Catalog calls the Shelby's "Metalux."

And, yes, there is a 9000 version! Note the wider lip. These would be KILLER on a 900! Thanks to David Cornwall for the pics.

15"x5.5", 4-114.3, ET40
15"x6", 4-108, ET33

SAAB # 02 05 393 - Silvervane
SAAB # 02 05 401- Goldvane
SAAB # ? -Black

"9000" version
15"x6", 4x108, ET33
Size: 6Jx15H2ET33
SAAB # 105122709
Cap # 105119101

Weight: ~15 lbs

1969>1984 99 1978>1987 900 [nut style]

1988>1993-1/2 900
1986>1998 9000

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SAAB 9000 3-spoke wheel. Kind of like an SPG wheel on steroids. Also known as the "soft spoke".

Thanks to Nik Batruch for the new pix.
Thanks to Stephen Lewis for the pix with the wheels on a Cabrio/Vert!!!

Click for full size

15"x6.5", 4x108, ET27

SAAB # 45 45 687
Prior # 02 49 839

Centercap # 89 87 620
Centercap # 44 25 476

1988>1993-1/2 900
1986>1998 9000

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SAAB "short spoke" or "round spoke" 15 spoke wheels - came on various early 90's 900's. Also known as 'Turbo92'' in Europe. Original wheels on WSAABI!

Short 15 spoke

1992>1993/94 CV
15"x5.5", 4x108, ET40
SAAB # 40 04 594
SAAB # 40 04 602
SAAB # 105124101
Cap # 44 25 476
Cap # 41 04 287
Cap # 105124119
Bolt # 89 65 907

15"x6", 4x108, ET33
SAAB # 105124200
Cap # 105124119

1988>1993-1/2 900
1986>1998 9000

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SAAB "short spoke" or "square spoke" 15 spoke wheel - mostly seen on 9000's, but available for the 900 [shown here] . Also known as 'Turbo91' in Europe.

15"x5.5", 4-108, ET40
SAAB # 40 02 382
SAAB # 105124804
Cap # 44 25 476
Cap #105123400

15"x6", 4x108, ET33
SAAB # 46 48 036
SAAB # 105124705
Hubcap # 89 87 620

1988>1993-1/2 900
1986>1998 9000

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SAAB "short spoke" or "square spoke" 15 spoke wheel - mostly seen on 9000's [shown here], but available for the 900.

1991>1994
15"x6", 4-hole
SAAB # 40 02 390
Hubcap # 89 87 620
Hubcap # 44 25 476
Hubcap # 02 81 535

1995>1998
15"x6", 4-hole
SAAB # 02 48 864
Hubcap # 44 25 476

1988>1993-1/2 900
1986>1998 9000

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SAAB Directionals from the early 1990's - Gray was stock with Silver reserved for the 900 Turbos of the same years [including the 1994T Convertible]. Personally, I think they're hideous.

According to Eirik O. Skjæveland, in Norway, these are called "Aero92" or Superaero wheels. Thanks, Eirik!

1992 - Turbo
15"x5.5", 4x108, ET40

Silver SAAB #s
40 04 750 (LH)
105124507 (LH)
40 04 743 (RH)
105124606 (RH)
Hubcap # 44 25 476
Hubcap # 105124119

1993/1994 CV
15"x5.5" Gray
SAAB #s
44 24 651 (LH)
44 24 644 (RH)
Hubcap # 44 25 450

1988>1993-1/2 900
1986>1998 9000

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SAAB Directionals from the early 1990's - Stock on the 1992/95 9000 CS. I couldn't wait to take them off our 1993 9000CS - but the new owner thought they were great! But that was a long, long time ago. Thanks to Jeff Martinson for the ET update.

1993>1995
15"x6", 4x108, ET33

SAAB #'s
40 04 735 (LH)
105124309 (LH)
40 04 727 (RH)
105124408 (RH)
Hubcap # 44 25 476
Griffen Hubcap-1998
# 45 66 311

1988>1993-1/2 900
1986>1998 9000

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SAAB 9000 8-spoke wheel. A nice, strong option, reminiscent of the old Ronal and Minilites. Also known as the A50. Standard on the the 9000 50th Anniversary editionfor 1997.

15"x6", 4x108, ET33

SAAB # 46 47 475
SAAB # 400106035
Centercap # 46 48 424
Griffin Centercap # 45 66 311

1988>1993-1/2 900
1986>1998 9000

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SAAB 9000 "smooth spoke" 5-spoke wheel. Available starting in 1994. Very fat rim, for very fat tires! May have some fit problems on a 900 due to its width. Also known as the '5-spoke 94'.

15"x7", 4x108, ET25

SAAB # 86 77 395
SAAB# 400100566
Centercap # 86 77 403

1988>1993-1/2 900
1986>1998 9000

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SAAB 9000 "square spoke" 5-spoke wheel. Available starting in 1994. Also came in grey with a polished lip. AKA the Ronal R15.

Requires rear spring stop 138003009 if used on classic 900.

15"x6.5", 4x108, ET25

SAAB # 105124903
SAAB # 105124945

Centercap #02 44 673
Centercap # 105124952
Centercap # 105124929

Thanks to Robert Lomitola for some updated info.

1988>1993-1/2 900
1986>1998 9000

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SAAB 9000 "directional star" or "Super Spoke" 5-spoke wheel. Not sure if this was ever sold in the US.

15"x7", 4-x108, ET25

SAAB # 4010512

1988>1993-1/2 900
1986>1998 9000

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SAAB 9000 "Aero" - came with a couple of different grays, lip was polished. Rare and highly desired wheel.

1986>1993 "Aero"
16"x6.5", 4x108, ET 27

SAAB # 89 67 036
Hubcap # 89 73 018
SAAB # 105123707
Hubcap # 105123715

1988>1993-1/2 900
1986>1998 9000

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SAAB 9000 "Super Aero" - same style was available in both the 5-hole [900NG] and the 4-hole [9000] styles.

1994>1998
16"x6.5", 4x108, ET 27
SAAB # 44 25 310
SAAB # 400100491
SAAB # 105123723
Cap # 44 25 476
Cap # 10512340
Cap # 400100707

Weight: ~24 lbs

16"x6.5", 5-hole, ET27
SAAB # ?
Hubcap # ?

1988>1993-1/2 900
1986>1998 9000
1994>1998 NG 900
1999>? 9^3/9^5 ?

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SAAB 9000 "Super Aero" with exposed lugnuts. Came in 15" and 16". Same design as the 15x6.5 5-lug NG wheel. Stock wheel on the 1990 9000.

Thanks to Mark Winchester & Gary Coe for the pix.

1997>1998 9000
15"x6", 4x108, ET27

SAAB # 48 38 751
SAAB # 400108965
Cap # 46 48 424
Or any modern cap

1988>1993-1/2 900
1986>1998 9000

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SAAB 9000 3-Spoke - stock wheel on the 1997-1998 9000 - uses the new, smaller, standard centercap.

15"x6" 4x108, ET 33

SAAB # 48 38 751
SAAB # 400108957

Centercap # - Any new style

1988>1993-1/2 900
1986>1998 9000

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SAAB "Cross Spoke" Wheels - came on late 9000 models, especially the CD. A special version with a Griffin Head hubcap came on the Griffin Edition. Similar, but not quite the same as the original Cross Spoke. Silver-painted light-alloy with clear coat. Center cap and special tool required to remove center cap, both sold separately.

15"x7", 4x108, ET25

SAAB # 02-51-157
Centercap # 02-51-124
Tool # 02-51-140

1988>1993-1/2 900
1986>1998 9000

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SAAB "Thin Spoke" Wheels - came on the '94 9000 CDE - 14 spokes, what a strange number.
Also known as 'Mid-spoke' or '14-spokes.'

Alternate photo:

15"x6", 4x108, ET33

SAAB # 44-26-854
SAAB # 400103826

Centercap # 105124119

1988>1993-1/2 900
1986>1998 9000

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SAAB NG/GM 900 "long spoke" - stock wheel on the early base NG 900's

15"x6", 5-hole

SAAB # 42-41-642
Centercap # 44-25-476
Spring Ring # 89-87-802
Bolt # 43-98-277 ('94-'97)
Bolt # 49-08-067 ('98)

1994>1998 NG 900
1999>? 9^3/9^5 ?

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SAAB NG/GM 900 15-spoke - stock rim on the '94-96 SE (turbo) models.

15"x6", 5-hole

SAAB # 42-40-859
Centercap # 44-25-476
Bolt # 43-98-277 ('94-'97)
Bolt # 49-08-067 ('98)

1994>1998 NG 900
1999>2001 9^3/9^5 - except Aero models

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SAAB NG/GM 900 "long spoke" or "Viking"- stock wheel on the NG 900SET's - wheel change in 1997 - uses the new smaller, standard centercap.

According to Eirik O. Skjæveland, in Norway, these are called "VikingAero" wheels. Thanks, Eirik!

16"x6.5", 5-hole

94>96
SAAB # 42-41-667
Centercap # 41-99-980
Spring Ring # 89-87-802
Bolt # 43-98-277 ('94-'97)
Bolt # 49-08-067 ('98)

97>98
SAAB # 46-48-028
Centercap # 45-66-311
Bolt # 43-98-277 ('94-'97)
Bolt # 49-08-067 ('98)

1994>1998 NG 900
1999>2001 9^3/9^5 - except Aero models

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Centercaps for the wheels below

• '98-'00: 400106522 - Saab Scania logo
• '01-'03: 400129748 - Saab logo
• '04-'06: 12802437 - Saab logo, black border
• '07: 12775052 - Saab logo, grey border

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SAAB NG/GM 900 "tri spoke" - 15" on the 1997 900, 16" on the 9^5

15"x6.5", 5-hole

SAAB # 45-66-048
Centercap # 45-66-311
Bolt # 43-98-277 ('94-'97)
Bolt # 49-08-067 ('98)

1994>1998 NG 900
1999>2001 9^3/9^5 - except Aero models

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SAAB 9^5 "tri spoke" - looks like the 15" on the NG/GM 900. Standard on 1998-2000 Models. In 2001, the centercap changed from the "SAAB/Scania" design to the plain "SAAB" roundel.

16"x6.5", 5-hole

SAAB # 45-66-055
Centercap # 400-106-522 ('98-2000)
Centercap # 45-66-31 ('98-2000)
Centercap # 400-129-748 (2001)
Centercap # 52-36-294 (2001)
Bolt # 49-08-067

1994>1998 NG 900
1999>2001 9^3/9^5 - except Aero models

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SAAB Round 5-spoke, AKA "ALU 22".

Standard equipment on 1998-2003 NG900's, 9-3's and even 9-5's

16"x6.5", 5-hole

SAAB # 46-87-257 - NLS-Use #400106563 instead
Centercap # 400-106-522 ('98-2000)
Centercap # 45-66-31 ('98-2000)
Centercap # 400-129-748 (2001-2003) - NLS use 12775052
Centercap # 52-36-294 (2001) - NLS use 12775052
Bolt # 49-08-067

1994>1998 NG 900 or 2000> 9-3
1999>2010 9-5 - except Aero models, or other models with Aero sized brakes.

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SAAB 9-3 7-Spoke, AKA "ALU 29".

Standard equipment on the 900 Talladega (1997) in Europe. Made by BBS.

For more info on the Talladega event click here:

16"x6.5", 5-hole, ET49

SAAB # 4778304
SAAB # 400106472
SAAB # 32026148

Centercap # 12-785-704 NLS, use Centercap # 12 775 052

Bolt # 92-152-303 NLS, use 92-152-366

1994>1998 NG 900 or 2000> 9-3
1999>2010 9-5 - except for B207L Vector (2003) with DE specification.

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SAAB 9-3 'Sharp Spoke' 5-spoke, AKA "ALU 42".

Standard equipment on 2000-2001 9-3's

15"x6.5", 5-hole

SAAB # 12 785 708

Centercap # 12-785-704 NLS, use Centercap # 12 775 052

Bolt # 92-152-303 NLS, use 92-152-366

1994>1998 NG 900 or 2000> 9-3
1999>2010 9-5 - except for B207L Vector (2003) with DE specification.

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Note on Wheel Modifications - these *only* need to be done on early Soccerball/EMS wheels to fit mid 1978 & later 99s & 900s. All other wheels will bolt up to any 99 & 900. Centering may be an issue with some, and the center caps (see next item) - 900 alloy wheels after the Inca to 1987 may not properly fit the front of the 99 & 900 up through 1980 (possibly later on the 99). The wheel bolts up fine, however, the nut that holds the hub and CV together may protrude far enough to prevent mounting of the center cap. The only solution is to convert to 1981 or later 900 front spindles (hub, steering knuckle, wheel bearing, CV). Rear axle fit is fine. [Again, Thanks to Larry West!]

Note on Nuts and Bolts: Different nuts & bolts may be required for older wheels. Incas, Soccerballs, TRX & Shelby wheels use a flat-seat (shouldered) nut. All later Alloy wheels for the C900 use conical-seat nuts. The proper nuts must be used with the wheels. Also, there were, for a time, two different bolts for the later wheels. The short bolts for the steel wheels must not be used with Alloys. Long bolts can be used on either steel or alloy wheels.

Pre-1988, SAAB used lugs and nuts for the 900/99 with a lug pattern 4x114.3mm, or 4x4.5", 71mm centerbore
The 9000 always used a bolt system with a lug pattern of 4x108mm, or 4x4.25"
Post-1987 [1988 model year], the 900 used the 9000 hubs/brakes with bolts
NG900, 9^3, 9^5 are all 5x110mm

9000 wheels will bolt right up to a post-1987 900 - the clearance is correct as well. That fact, combined with the better brakes, is why many people put 1988+ hubs on their early 900's.

[Again, Thanks to Larry West!]

Note on Insertion Depth (ET): ET = Einpreßtiefe or "Insertion Depth" in German - SAAB decreased the offset as the rim got wider in order to maintain the same backset, as in this quick chart:

Width	Offset	ET#	Notes
5.0"	45mm	ET45	Early 99 rims
5.5"	40mm	ET40	Stock 99/900 rims
6"	33mm	ET33	Stock 9000 rims
6.5"	27mm	ET27	6.5Jx16 Aero and Super-Aero Rims
7"	25mm	ET25	7Jx16 Smooth Spoke, Super Spoke, etc. Rims

A great source for SAAB wheels is Ronal - www.ronalusa.com . Ronal made many of the original SAAB wheels and still makes compatible ones for Classic SAABs as well as for NG 900's, 9-3's and 9-5's. They offer 14-17" wheels even for older SAABs. See their wheel selections on their web site, INDEX of CARS section, Saab--older 4 lug...or go to Ford Focus for most current wheel styles and sizes. These same wheels and sizes, in different offsets are available for older Saabs. [thanks to Gary Allison, General Manager, Ronal USA]. Pricing is available in the "Internet Pricing" section

The Mutter-Companie is in Germany... http://www.ronal.de/
There's a nice visual catalog there as well.

Some Sources for Used or NOS SAAB Wheels:

Sports Car Service often have NOS stuff: www.sportscarservice.com
Folks have reported good experiences with getting things like center caps, etc., AND they're starting a new SAAB-oriented wheel service, Viking Wheel Service. They sell reconditioned Saab wheels, repair and powdercoat all types of wheels. For more information please call Wally Eriksson at +302-764-4041 in Delaware, 866-392-5569 Toll Free (US).

Wheel Collision Center has quite a large selection: www.wheelcollision.com

Goldwing is always worth calling: www.goldwingsaab.com

Always check the Saabnet postings: www.saabnet.com

And don't forget EBAY!

Looking for a hubcap for your SAAB alloy wheel, or a wheel cover for your steel rims? If your local junkyard or SAAB nut doesn't have them, try these folks, April Ezell - Hubcaps.com (800) 826-5880:

Some local (to me!) wheel straightening shops:

MC Wheel, Keene, NH 165 Martel Court Keene, NH 03431 Toll free, 1-888-MC-WHEEL Local, 1-(603)-355-3901 markmoran@mindspring.com	Rim & Wheel Works, Inc. 285 Newtonville Avenue Newton, MA 02460 800-261-0495 rimandwheelworks@earthlink.net
Torque specs for SAAB wheels (incomplete - any help is more than welcomed)
Classic (2-digit, 900, 9000)	New Generation (NG900 or GM900, 9-3, 9-5)
9000 models 1994-98 90 ft-lbs 9000 models 1986-93 90 ft-lbs 900 models 1988-93/94 convertible 90 ft-lbs 900 models 1979-87 80 ft-lbs 99 models 1969-80 80 ft-lbs 95 & 96 V4 models 1967-80 58-72 ft-lbs 97 (Sonett) models 1966-70 58-72 ft-lbs	900 models 1995-98 80 ft-lbs (Steel Wheels) 900 models 1995-98 85 ft-lbs (Aluminum Wheels) Saab 9-3 / 9-5 1999-03 80 ft-lbs
Just what does all the verbiage on the sidewall mean?
	Speed Ratings M... 130 km/h / 81 mph N... 140 km/h / 87 mph* P... 150kmh / 93mph Q... 160kmh / 100mph R... 170kmh / 106mph S... 180kmh / 112mph T... 190kmh / 118mph U... 200kmh / 124mph H... 210kmh / 130mph V... 240kmh / 149mph Z... +240kmh / +149mph W... 270 km/h / 168 mph Y... 300 km/h / 186 mph *Temporary Spare Tires
Load Index P195/60R15 87S - The load index (87) is the tire size's assigned numerical value used to compare relative load carrying capabilities. In the case of a stock SAAB 9000 tire, the 87 identifies the tires ability to carry approximately 1,201 pounds. The higher the tire's load index number, the greater its load carrying capacity.	85 = 1,135 pounds 86 = 1,168 pounds 87 = 1,201 pounds 88 = 1,235 pounds 89 = 1,279 pounds
Treadwear, Traction and Temperature: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test track. A tire graded 200 would wear twice as long on the government test course under specified test conditions as one graded 100. It is wrong to link treadwear grades with your projected tire mileage. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use and may vary due to driving habits, service practices, differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are A, B and C. They represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. Temperature grades, from highest to lowest, are A, B and C. These represent the tire's resistance to the generation of heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. For both Traction and Temperature, A = Best, B = Intermediate and C = Acceptable
More Tire Trivia - R is for Radial! A "B" in place of the "R" would mean the tire is of belted bias construction. A "D" in place of the "R" means diagonal bias construction. P=Passenger Car, as in "P185". LT=Light Truck, as in "LT235"

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