MORE than 10 years after a major brand went bust, a treasure trove of rare cars has been uncovered.
Around 120 cars were scheduled to be auctioned off but a multi-million investment meant the vehicles remained under one roof.
The Saab Car Museum in is home to hidden treasures and gems including the oldest 900 left.
sits amongst the 70 vehicles on display.
In 2011, the Swedish Enforcement Authority seized an entire collection of vehicles, planning to auction them off one-by-one to pay Saab's creditors.
But when the Wallenberg Memorial Trust and defence company Saab AB invested millions, the museum was saved.
A selection of the automotive industry's cars from 1947 to present day now all sit in the exhibition.
Amongst the list on offer are latest models, and rally history.
Even Swedish force cars are on display.
The museum parks both inside and outside the building on certain days.
For instance, a well-kept Saab 99 from 1980 graced the earlier this year.
The museum celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2025.
As such, there are a number of exciting and exclusive events on offer.
These include a photo exhibition, weekend and a night at the museum.
enthusiasts should not be surprised if there are other surprise celebrations too.
A highlight for many visitors seems to be the Car Museum Festival with last year totalling the highest number of fans to walk through the doors than ever before.
Posting on to mark the occasion, a spokesperson for the Saab Car Museum wrote: “In 2025 the Saab Museum will turn 50, and we hope that you will follow us through the year as we will both celebrate the museum and pay attention to interesting Saab stories that keeps reminding us of how special our car community is.
“The spirit is alive and well today, which we clearly notice at the museum. Visitor numbers are rising year after year and foreign visitors dominate our well-attended summer seasons.
“Where Saab has sold its cars in the world, we see the love for Saab. To this we must add the support that the museum has from the Saab Car Museum Support Organization and the various Saab clubs around the world.
“A Saab feels best when it’s driven. Saab is the driver’s car. If you have the chance, please visit us with your own Saab during our anniversary year 2025!”
, 94, revealing the reason behind selling his £500million car collection.
TheF1supremo sold his 69-car garage that “embodies 70 years of history”.
owner Mark Mateschitz has purchased for an undisclosed figure.
Ferraris driven by legends and Niki Lauda were on offer, as well as the iconic Brabham BT46B that was banned for being too fast.
, 94, said the reason behind the sale was to take stress away from his, 47, and son Ace, 4, when he dies.
