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27/04/2011

Giles,

look what i found on youtube.. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVIc758iZp0 .I watched this several times and my 9-5 goes noticably faster..This is a 300hp aero, mine is(was a 2lt linear)Thanks for making this possible!I'm pleased..

regards

Nikos

18/04/2011

Dear Giles and Ed,

I hope you are well.

I just wanted to drop you a quick email to thank yourselves Neil, James and the rest of the team for making myself and Catherine feel so welcome on our recent visit.

Just to say that all the team’s hard work on the engine, suspension and exhaust upgrade to our much loved Classic 900 convertible have certainly made all the difference. It has taken a car which was always a pleasure to drive, transforming it into one that is now a real a joy to drive too.

Thank you all once again and we look forward to our next visit.

Kind regards,

Warren

18/04/2011

I really am impressed with the performance. We did some testing on the way to you: 70-90 in 5th was a lowly 15.1 secs and now 7.1 secs! 50-80 in 3rd from 8.1 to 6.1 secs.

Furthermore I reset the mpg after a fill up and seem to be getting 36-37mpg under normal driving conditions compared to 30-31 before.

Great stuff.

I would also add that the downpipe gives a very satisfying rumble as you climb up the rev range but is crucially not louder at constant motorway speeds. The biggest change is simply the pickup, which is now almost instantaneous in any gear. The turbo needle is a little happier I noticed.

Stuart

08/04/2011

Hi Giles,

Sorry I missed you, just got home and I have to tell you she sounds awesome. Neil absolutely nailed it, he achieved everything I wanted first time. The finish , the sound & the look are stunning and I cant thank you & your team enough.

I didn't think companies with such a personal touch existed anymore so finding you guys has been a total pleasure & I'll definitely be back when I've decided what next to do.

I'm off to find some tunnels to blast through :)

Thanks again

Kindest Regards

Mic

01/04/2011

Dear Giles,

This is just a quick note to thank you for the upgrade you applied to my 97 Aero’s ECU. You have literally transformed my car from a peppy street vehicle into a lethal weapon!

In California, our clean-air standards limit premium fuel to 91 octane which has a marked effect on the performance of these engines. The upgrade not only offset the power loss of lower octane; it added huge punch to mid- and upper-range acceleration that is way beyond anything I imagined this car was capable of. I smoked a Carrera on a Los Angeles street yesterday and you would have appreciated the dumbfounded look on the other driver’s face.

I’m not an aftermarket kind of guy but this is the best money I’ve ever spent on a Saab and a sure-fire way to put a smile on my face in this lousy economy.

Thanks again for everything.

John

23/11/2010

Dear Giles,

I'm not sure I can put into words the difference that your work on the

car has made; but here is a quick selection of options...

"Blimey! That is a transformation"

"For the first time I can really tell where the wheels are pointing!"

"Streuth! Like greased weasel whatsit"

"A modern 9-3 with the speed and poise of a well sorted 900s"

Its absolutely brilliant, it does feel much better to drive and simply

does everything including change gear better. I drove over to a

customers this morning and I still have a smile on my face from the way

it handles. It is just so much better.

Please send me the receipt and service sheet for my records at your

earliest opportunity.

Once again my thanks to you and Ed for doing this work for me.

Best regards,

Viv.

23/11/2010

Thanks again for the great work you did on my car at the beginning of the year. I cannot believe how much sharper the handling is, it really does now match the power output and it makes the ride more comfortable at speed because of the almost total elimination of roll.

Anyway .......

I have just had an annual service and the front discs are worn and lipped and the pads down to below 30% and I have been recommended to replace both.

I’m interested in asking them to fit your grooved Motorsport discs and the relevant pads – is it OK to fit them as a front set only as the rear discs and pads are absolutely fine. I don’t want to unbalance the brake set up!

Thanks again

Robin Petch

23/11/2010

Hi Giles

Many thanks to you and Ed for looking after me. The car is great as I knew it would be. I would say that the horse power gain is noticeable at high revs but what is much more apparent is the reduced turbo lag. The turbo is much faster at spooling up and is very drivable on fast motorways. Please pass on my thanks to everyone for the very high level of service I received. The car is so much fun to drive and makes it a really nice long distance car. I drove for over 8 hours in the day and all I wanted to do when I got home was go back out in the car.

Many thanks

James

20/08/2010

Hi Giles

I got all items fitted last Friday and have been enjoying my car ever since. I would like to thank you for all your efforts and congratulate you once more for the craftmanship and quality of your products and services. Please pass my congratulations and thanks to all the staff at AR, I can sense that all your products reflect your love and dedication to what you are doing.

Warmest regards

Jannis

21/07/2010

Thanks again

Robin Petch - Saab 9-3 Aero

14/07/2010

Hi Giles,

Apologies in the delay in getting this to you!

“I have been extremely impressed with the service I received from Abbott Racing. Their excellent reputation is thoroughly well deserved. I asked for a significant amount of work to be done on my Vauxhall Monaro inorder to correct the paint work and various small dents. The result was a factory fresh car! All the way through the process I was kept up to date daily with photos of how the job was taking shape which provided me with complete piece of mind! You don’t get this kind of service everywhere”

I should probably supply you pics of it back home…unless you want to use some of the pics you took in the preparation stages??

All the best

Rupert Coghlan - London - Vauxhall Monaro V8

13/07/2010

Hi Giles

I just wanted to let you know that I am over the moon with the work you did on my car. The car feels and behaves so differently it is untrue. So much better! Driving mine now with the modifications, it just feels so sharp on the road, and as a driver I have more confidence in the car as it feels like it is well and truly planted to the road, where as before, it was quite un nerving to drive as it used to roll into the bends, now I can drive into the bends knowing it will come out the out side!

110% improvement!

Thanks again.

Kind Regards

Russell Davies

09/07/2010

Hi Giles

Many thanks again for yesterday. Really enjoyed and am very shocked at just what my car will do I would never of thought it! But instead of being overly brave have decided its just nice driving the car in the knowledge of its capabilities. The way it corners is just fantastic. I’ve never driven it like that and am always worried about damaging the engine but nice to know how strong they are.

My brother is traveling today but he was raving about his car on the way back and is very happy and the added driving pleasure of his viggen.

And I can’t wait to see my new steering wheel and gaiter, will look great and I know how much of a perfectionist you are so know the result will be just what I’m after. And I am very happy the other steering wheel wouldn’t fit as what you have shown me from having a bespoke one made will really look great!!!!

The next time you are off to a track, and as long as you don’t mind both me and my brother would love to come so please let me know.

Once again many thanks for all your help.

James

Hi Giles

My brother is traveling today but he was raving about his car on the way back and is very happy and the added driving pleasure of his viggen.

The next time you are off to a track, and as long as you don’t mind both me and my brother would love to come so please let me know.

Once again many thanks for all your help.

James

10/06/2010

Dear Giles,

I'm not sure I can put into words the difference that your work on the
car has made; but here is a quick selection of options...

"Blimey! That is a transformation"
"For the first time I can really tell where the wheels are pointing!"
"Streuth! Like greased weasel whatsit"
"A modern 9-3 with the speed and poise of a well sorted 900s"

Its absolutely brilliant, it does feel much better to drive and simply
does everything including change gear better. I drove over to a
customers this morning and I still have a smile on my face from the way
it handles. It is just so much better.

Please send me the receipt and service sheet for my records at your
earliest opportunity.

Once again my thanks to you and Ed for doing this work for me.

Best regards,

Viv.

02/06/2010

Hi Giles,

Replacement springs arrived today. Many thanks for your no quibble response - excellent customer service!!

Kind regards,

Alan.

28/05/2010

Hi Giles,

Thanks for your reply. Put in 7's as i ordered them the day i put in the 6's, before i even emailed you. Away to california for a month with my girlfriend in 3 hours (too excited to sleep!) so will put in the ones you recommend after.

Thanks for your quick advice, the knowledge you guys have is of just an amazing standard compared to forums where half of what people talk about is guess work.

Thanks, have a wonderful summer.

Tom

25/05/2010

Hello Giles,

Just to let you know I had the intercooler and delivery pipe fitted last Friday, the result is really significant, more power through the rev range plus a marked improvement of the smoothness of the engine, altogether it makes the car a real joy to drive, thanks for all your advice and speedy delivery, and for bringing a smile every time I drive the car.

Kind regards
Mike Grossman

18/05/2010

Appreciate all you have done and the way you have cared for one’s Saab throughout the duration of our owner ship.

I Fully recommend Abbott Racing to anyone that would ask for a Saab / Swedish vehicle specialist.

And Wish all members of staff the best in the future.

Regards
Roger Martin

Hi Giles

Just wanted to thank you for the fantastic service you have provided,...with my recent order for Bilstein Shocks & front Strut brace. I have now fitted the parts and the car feels totally different & much more possative than with the standard sport set up. I also fitted the rear height adjusters due to the weight the car carriers its nice to get it set to the height i require with out it looking like it was going to take off.

SAAB 9-5 Estate Auto LA06 WUM Face lift model

Abbott Racing Re-map
Abbott Racing delivery Charge air pipe
Abbott Racing Intake pipe
Abbott Racing De cat front pipe
Abbott Racing Rear height adjusters
Abbott Racing Strut Brace
Eibach springs 30mm lower
K&N Filter
Goodridge Brake lines
Green Stuff pads
Grooved discs
Bailey Dump Valve
FORGE Adjustable Actuator
Twin rear exhaust system MAP-TUN
18" Alloys in Smokey black powder cote
LPG Conversion (I do a lot of miles)

Once again thanks for the service...there's still a lot I want to do, and will always come back to Abbott.

Kind Regards

Paul Castle.
Abbott Racing supplied Bilstein Suspension

Dear Giles and Ed,

I cannot thank your mechanics enough for sorting out my car, your guys
were so patient and professional and dedicated.

My car is running as it should be. I will be using you form now on.

Can you pass on my sentiments to the gentlemen involved.

I will be bringing car to you shortly to sort the rust above the wheel
arch and some minor dents.

Thank you so much!!

Kap.

Dear Giles,

Just an update on the rebuild and remap you did of my car. I must say, its fantastic. She ticks over as if she was as good as new, and the new map peter gave the car is exceptionally responsive and very, very smooth. I'm currently getting 40mpg on highway cruises at 65mph, i used to only get 30mpg before i ever came to you guys, people do not seem to realise that tuning can benefit in so many ways.

This is just really an appreciation email of the fantastic work you and your team have achieved, you will definitely be getting my business again.

Cheers and all the best,

Tom

Dear Giles,

Cheers and all the best,

Tom

To Ed and Giles,

Thank you so much for sorting out my exhaust and lack lusture performance
with turbo.

I was so impressed with the level of service I received when I came up with my brother from London a couple of weeks ago even though due to motorway accidents the round trip took us 8 hours! It was still worth it !

Since purchasing my Saab 9000 aero 3 years ago I have never experienced the car running like it is now and will be certainly coming back for more tweaks in the future. My brother has decided to come next year to give his Saab aero 9000 some TLC next year.

It is rare these days to find a company who offer the combination of specialist knowledge, exceptional service ,and kindness and I will be recommending your company in the future to other people I know.

Thank you so much,

Best Regards,

Jeremy Jekyll

To Giles, Ed and the team.

What can I say, you guys put together the most amazing package for my car, I never thought driving could be such a joy. The big grin is left in the car permanently. The drive is fantastic, no roll or knocks from the suspension, and the light throttle response is awesome with the Alpha upgrade and exhaust changes. You don't realise what you live with as the norm until a change. The new light clutch is a delight. The mpg has improved in both cruising and urban, noticeably even over a couple of days. To say I had to put cruise control on coming home in order to save the licence is a wimp out but no exaggeration.

Best money ever spent.

Best wishes,

D 22nd April 2008

Thankyou, for the friendly welcome we received when we came down to have my gearbox fixed. Also the superb workmanship, i've never seen anything like it. The car is like a different car, all together, I feel safe and sound in it. Thanks again Ed, and your team. I will sing your praises all over Scotland!

K 15th April 2008

Hi Ed

I just wanted to let you know that the Re-Map on my Saab 9-5 is absolutely fantastic, the drive home was pure exhilaration. The car runs totally differently now, compared to before,and a pleasure to drive now.I made it back to Sutton Coldfield, in record time.

Please pass on my thanks to Pete and the rest of the team.

I will be back soon, there's lots I want to do to my Saab.

Thanks

Kind Regards

PC 13.3.2008

Hi,

firstly thank you for the steering brace kit for my 9-3 which has
transformed the whole feel and response at the front end, it is
undoubtably a better and more cost effective remedy than that propose by
my local specialist before I came to you.

Secondly thank you for the hospitality extended to me today when I visited, it was good to see the professional set up that you operate at Wix and talk with some of those that develop and work on the cars and equipment. I will have no hesitation in calling on your services again, or recommending you to anyone who will listen.

Regards,

B R

Huntingdon

Dear Ed & Giles,

Just thought I would pen you a quick note, congratulating you on another marvellous job done on my much beloved 2003 - 93 Aero Sports Saloon. The twin High Performance conversion exhaust system that you fitted in Feb 08, is nothing short of Stunning, it could not possibly be any better, even if it had come from the Saab factory themselves; what a rumble! and an absolutely perfect exhaust note, that now actually turns heads! plus it really shows off the true capabilities of the Saab especially; when left to the skill and judgement of your amazing craftsman.

Please thank Pete and Neil, for what I can only describe as a perfect display of "craftsmanship" little seen or experienced in these modern times. I explained to Pete at some length, my vision of what I wanted from the exhaust system, and Pete got it absolutely spot on. The Tail pipes were exactly in the centre of the cut-outs, and believe me I checked! and looking underneath the car from a distance, there is no visible exhaust pipe work dangling down on display, making the whole system looking like it was installed at Halfords! Bless Their Cotton Socks!

All of the work to date that Abbott Racing have done on my car, has been completed with the utmost total professionalism and above all, has given me total piece of mind with the project; before I parted with any of my hard earned cash.

I shall sing your praises to anybody who will listen, and I can also ensure you, of my continued commitment; to Abbott Racing.

Keep up the good work chaps!

With Kind Regards

Dr R
Bedford
20th February 2008

Just wanted to say how pleased I am, with the Ecu upgrade supplied by you, and fitted by Andy at Saab Master in Torquay, to my '54 plate 9-3 saloon 1.9 (150) diesel, which now has 180bhp. Performance is much improved, and the response is much smoother, and makes for a much more relaxed, and pleasant drive. Most of my driving is on dual carriageways, and before the upgrade I was averaging 47mpg, but now I'm averaging 51mpg!
Thanks a lot.

29th January 2008

Hi,

My experience with my SAAB's tuning began one and a half years ago, when my SAAB 9-5 was upgraded from 185BHP to 220 BHP. From this point on, it had real power, making trips a pleasure. Since last December in my mind there was one and only question. How can this car become faster and funnier? My answer was 'downpipe'. And yes, i did it. Having lived with it for one week now, accelerating is amazing, the car breathes as it should. The gas consumption is lower. Times are lower too. The reason I chose Abbott and not anyone else, is that they ALWAYS stand by you, they are very co-operative, and of course good quality also. So, thank you very much Giles for your time you spent with me, and also for not forgetting Sonya, thank you for your communication. Also Ed thank you for making SAAB's, real interesting cars.

Yours sincerely,

N A, Greece

28th January 2008

Hello,

Thanks for great advice and superb service on a direct ignition cartridge to italy.
Arrived at garage 11am next day - incredible - and yes, this was the fault!
Kind Regards

T B
25th January 08

Hello.

I Just wanted to let you know how pleased i am with my engine refit. You did a fantastic job and the car now drives like a dream. I must say the level of service I received was second to none, you certainly know your SAAB’s.

I will definitely be coming back for all my service needs in the future.

I've never been a big fan of garages, I've always had the feeling I'm being taken for a ride but you've converted me.

Once again thanks very much to Ed, Giles and your team.

Yours sincerely,

29th October 2007

Hi,

I just wanted to write and say thank you for (a) fantastic service, (b) outstanding customer support and honest advice. Right from my initial phone call I was impressed, nothing was too much trouble, even the hand drawn map from Chris to enable me to go shopping whilst I waited for my precious Saab to be tweaked and madeover!

Even down to the little things like having the front badge replaced that I didn't request, but you did it anyway!

I certainly won't be taking the car anywhere else, despite the 250 mile round trip! The wheels and tyres are fab by the way guys!

D

15th October 2007

A Customer Who Has Recently Received A 9000 Front Strut Brace...

I received the brace two days ago, and installed it yesterday. It fits great.

Thanks again for such a well built item.

P R (United States)

7th August 2007

Hi,

I just wanted to let you know how pleased I am with the ECU remap, I really enjoyed the drive home yesterday, you said I would notice a big difference!
It has made driving so much more relaxed, there is always power on tap and overtaking is now so much easier, just put your foot down!
I am a regular visitor to your website and I am already planning the next upgrade, this could get addictive.

Thanks again,

S B

28th June 2007

Hi,

I bought my 2001 SAAB 9-3 2.0t (150bhp) in September 2006, the car had low mileage and was in 100% original state. The main use of the SAAB is to drive between my home and work. This amounts to roughly 300-400 km motorway driving every week. I am starting to get acquainted with my SAAB, and I really enjoy driving the car. For me the T7 engine is the most enjoyable characteristic of the 9-3, I love the power and refinement of this engine. The leather seats give great support for the body on long distance driving, and it is a very safe car. Many people have commented on the 9-3's handling.

I have been mostly concerned with the less than satisfying steering response. The car has had a tendency to go where IT wants to go when doing max acceleration or heavy breaking at high speeds. After reading about Abbott Racing Motorsport's Steering Rack Clamp & Brace on several SAAB forums, I ordered a kit last week. I installed it yesterday, and did some final adjustments today. I have tested my SAAB with the Abbott kit the whole day, and it has really transformed the handling. Before the steering had a rubbery-feel to it, but now the steering is compact and precise, and the car goes where I want it to go. I have not yet decided if I want to do any more modifications to the car, but I am convinced that the Abbott Steering Rack Clamp & Brace is the first thing to get if one wants to improve the handling of the 9-3. Highly recommended!

Abbott's tech support is also excellent in every way!

B-O-S

27th June 2007

Norway

Dear Giles,

I wanted to write to you to let you know how happy i am with my car and the work that you have carried out on it.

The drive home from your workshop was one big grin all the way! the power delivery is fantastic from the remapped ECU and intercooler that you provided for me and feels as though it will go on for as long as i dare use it! i can safely say that the cars performance far exceeds my ability!

the quality of service that i have received from yourselves has been second to none, from my very 1st contact with you and the level of patience that you demonstrated throughout our conversations has been excellent. Always responsive and professional, whilst giving an honest opinion against what i wanted to achieve.

I would have no qualms in reconmending your services and products (the workmanship is amazing! and i love the new 2.3Ltr engine you built for me) to any other Saab owner! the work carried out was excellent value for money and puts to shame any main service agent!

My thanks again to your team, I will definitely be back for more!...

Kindest regards
D

15th June 2007

Dear All Abbott Racing supporters world-wide,

I would like all of you to know that I am a very happy Abbott Racing user in Tokyo, Japan since 1993. I am now driving my second Abbott tuned Saab 9000, a 1993 Aero with automatic transmission (better for Tokyo traffic).

My car has the racing intercooler, big-valve cylinder head, Trionic upgrade, delivery pipe kit, boost control valve, full stainless steel exhaust system, complete Abbott suspension, and all bushes and mounts, and I am just before installing front strut brace, and rear anti-roll bar upgrade, as well as the carbon induction kit.

I can testify to the long-term reliability of all Abbott items (since 1993) since they have never caused me any problem, and they seem to be made to last the entire life-time of the car itself (and more).

These parts have made the car tremendously entertaining to drive, and it is incredibly quick and agile both inside and outside of town.

The most interesting thing of the Abbott Racing magic is that the car is so enjoyable even after all these years, that I really do not feel like changing it for any different new car. I recently drove the 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2007 BMW 850 Cabriolet, but still I was just happy to return to my Abbott Racing upgraded Saab 9000 Aero.

S B
Norwegian living in Tokyo, Japan

8th June 2007

Hi,

I am writing this mail to say a big thank you.

I was very impressed with my visit to Abbott Racing. The setup you have there, and the relaxed attitude is the best I have ever experienced, at any garage. The service was simply outstanding. So easy going, I felt very comfortable while my car was having its up-grade. I was particularly impressed by your software technician and mechanic fitting my hardware; they both had time to explain everything to me. I wish I had you on my door step. I would not have a second thought, returning to you for my entire servicing requirements. (If I was just, an hour closer!)

In fact one of your customers had travelled from London, is a testimony to your very good service. I enjoyed my meeting with him and we spent the whole time chatting about our cars.

Before I knew it my car was finished. Thank you also for finding my transmission leak. And the loose bolts you found on my cars was shocking this is being sorted to day. But I am now concerned about my local dealers skills and practices, after being at Abbott’s. The comparisons are like night and day. This is a major issue now with Saab and their main dealers. Independent specialists I strongly believe, give the absolute best service possible. I have no doubt about that. I will be staying well away form Vauxhall/Saab dealers form now on. They treat you like sheep. And this is reflected on the care taken towards our cars, as I have found out.

The car now performs, looks, and sounds much better than expected. I know th

e Aero is apparently maxed out, in stock form. but the acceleration form 30 mph is simply awesome. The best way to try and explain this performance increase is, now my brakes struggled to cope, with spirited driving. This can only be put this down to much increased power gains. Corners are coming up much quicker. The braking required to slow down is much more apparent than before the upgrades. I will definately need to address this soon.

Ed also kindly allowed me to try his 95 with Abbott springs. I was very surprised to find the ride was noticeably better. Much more firm round corners and I personally could not tell any loss in ride comfort ether, another required upgrade.

I now have a very fast Saab. I love the fact that my Saab is to now be respected. In fact on the way home I sat comfortably behind an Audi S6. Over taking slower lorries was a match for match. At no point did he pull away. I know the A6 is a much more powerful car, but their drivers, have a major play how the car performs. A carefully planned manoeuvre saw me pass him, speeds never reached excessive. And mid range acceleration was amazing. The one thing I particularly wanted. Speeds above ridiculous, do not interest me. But the car will now pull for ever if required. I have all this performance with practical daily driving. I am more than happy with the product, care and skill you provided.

I would not hesitate to recommend you to other Saab owners who wish to upgrade their cars. I wear my Abbott Racing badge with much pride. To be associated with Abbots Racing is the best car upgrade I have ever experienced.

Respect & Regards,

P N

6th June 2007

Greetings,

I have just received the manual boost valve that I ordered, it looks great, and you even included the cable ties. It arrived from the UK, in less time than a part I ordered from a company in Washington USA the same day.The shipping cost was less as well, and that is with a handy 6000 mile ocean between the US and UK. I am delighted with all aspects of your service, including your kind attention, and help prior to ordering. You can be sure that if I need an item you carry, I will purchase it from you, and will recommend my friends do the same.

Thank You So much.

25th May 2007

USA

Hi

I thought I'd send a quick email to thank you and everyone there for putting a huge grin on my face!
I was in yesterday (Wednesday 2nd) to have a full exhaust system and ECU upgrade on my (-3 Aero and since leaving I havent stopped grinning! It has made such a differance to the car, not only in performance, but in how it runs in general.
Again, a big thank you, when I have seaved a few more pennies I will be back for more upgrades!!

All the best,

8th May 2007

Good Morning,

Just a quick note to complement you on your excellent customer service. After speaking to Ed on Friday I removed the ECU from my car on Monday morning and put it in the post to you. The modified unit was back by 12 noon on Wednesday and in the car by 5pm!. Apart from the speed of turn around which was excellent the re-map has made a huge difference to the car and it now a much more enjoyable drive. At 6pm last night the ECU was in, the roof was down and it was off to the beach, if only you could fix the whine from the passenger seat telling me to 'slow down, slow down!' then I would be really grateful. Thanks again for a great service, Regards

S S

8th May 2007

Hi,

You may recall the above work that you recently carried out on my Viggen. This followed on from the 'rescue kit' that was fitted a couple of years ago. This evening I've enjoyed a great drive across the Peak District in a much improved car. The 'rescue kit' made the car better but the latest upgrade has taken things much further. The spring/damper/rear roll bar upgrade has improved the handling and balance significantly, however, the biggest improvement is with the limited slip diff.

Under hard acceleration in 2nd and 3rd it goes in a straight line, no torque steer, brilliant!

Yours Sincerely,

B H

2nd May 2007

Hi,

Just want to send you a note of thanks!

Fitted my 9K 3" Aero system last night and it is Superb!!. The fit really is fantastic, I would actually go as far as to say better than the origional Saab one as the main thing for me is that now, the CAT doesnt sit under the sump cooking the engine!.

I had no real problems, and I am so glad i bought a set of stubby open ended spanners for the Turbo joint!!.

Transforms the cars power delivery and works wonders with my Stage 3 ECU..

So, thanks Giles, in my opinion well worth the wait. I have seen a few JT 3" systems on 9000's and they do not come close to either the fit or the quality of yours.

Cheers,
A

2nd May 2007

Hi,

Just a quick note to say thanks for the work done to my 9-5 Aero. I've done about 1000 miles in the month since the car was worked on and I am so impressed with the transformation that has taken place. It was always a quick, comfortable car which wallowed a bit. Now it is extremely quick, still just as comfortable, goes round bends properly, sounds lovely and looks awesome. The Bilstein dampers and ARM springs should be fitted as standard to any Aero in my opinion (although this would do you out of business, so I won't tell SAAB). The car stays flatter through bends, there is much less understeer and I can put the nose of the car almost exactly where I want it, adjusting my line at will. What is truly amazing though, is that the ride has not suffered. I actually think it is better than standard. Yes you are aware that there is a little less travel in the suspension, it is an inch shorter after all, but it is so much better controlled. I used to hit a bump and then spend 30 yards boinging down the road waiting for the floaty suspension to settle! Now you hit a bump, it is absorbed nicely and then damped down almost immediately and the car is composed again ready for the next challenge our roads throw at us. The Beta tuning kit plus downpipe, cat and twin pipe conversion have given me all the power I want. Acceleration is smooth and unrelenting right through the rev range, low down grunt is particularly impressive. The exhaust looks and sounds lovely. A deep burble on tickover and a nice sporty note when you give it some gas but still refined when driving normally and not much louder than the standard setup. Those 4" tailpipes on each side of the car look fantastic, I'm glad I went with your recommendation.

Keep up the good work,

10th April 2007

Hi,

I wish there were more people and companies with the same ethic. I've been to dealers and so called specialists in the past and they all turn out to be unhelpful know-nothings. It seems as an enthusiastic amateur I know more than my local Saab dealer. Thank god for the team at ARM. You are helping me turn a usuable classic into an Impreza beating street sleeper that can quite easily fit the contents of a small nation in the generous loadspace. Thanks again, my next project car was going to be a Nissan 200sx but now I think it will have to be a 9-5 estate. Keep up the excellent work and thankyou again.

With more appreciation than I could possibly express in an email,

A D

19th February 2007

I was recommended Abbotts by a friend who had been there before and so took my Saab 95 to the other end of the country to get some performance upgrades. The staff were brilliant and took time to explain what was wrong with my engine and put a new turbo, dump valve and large exhaust system on it. The car was remarkably better. A couple of months later I went back to get an engine refresh, intercooler big intake pipe, induction kit and delivery pipe. Again, the difference in performance was like driving a new car. I would highly recommend Abbotts for any Saab related repairs or upgrades as nobody in my experience has the knowledge or skills to carry out such a great service.

Thanks Ed,

S P

17th November 2006

I have just bought a Saab 900 turbo 1994 L reg with 199,600 miles on the clock. At first i was impressed with the performance but not so much the handling! After a quick search on the Internet i came across A.R.M. It caught my eye as the site is nice and clear and very easy to extract the info i required. After drooling over the many parts i would love to purchase I decided the old purse strings were a little tight so i ordered a set of 1" 20% uprated lowering springs. Two days later they arrived at my work and that night they were fit......WOW! What a difference they made to the car. I forgot to mention, this car has had a new engine, so as i said the power was there, but the springs after 200k were a bit soft and the car pitched a bit! Now i have the confidence that the car can handle the standard power and more besides! It feels so nice to drive now, and not such a boat. So impressed with the product and service i loosened the purse springs and ordered a Cat back exhaust system. As before two days later it arrived and i could not wait until 5pm to fit it after work. Once again, it was exactly as described on the web site (if not better) The fit and finish is superb and the sound is just like it said, just a slight burble at idle and a very slight increase in noise when throttling! One last thing is the response seems quicker when accelerating. I am now saving up my pennies for the sports cat, ECU upgrade,inter-cooler and more... I have been in the motor trade for 17 years now, and am the Service Manager of three franchises (unfortunately not Saab) and have been playing around with all sorts of cars as a hobby since i could drive, from old VW`s, Ford`s to Modern Jap cars. In this time i have dealt with many aftermarket companies and have NEVER come across such a professional, helpful and price wise reasonable company as A.R.M. I have not sent this in for any extra discount, but because as in life people are very quick to complain, but not as quick to praise! I would advise anyone who is wishing to uprate the Saab they own to contact this company, as they will be very pleased with the service and product they receive.

Thanks to all at A.R.M.

J S

23rd October 2006

Hello,

The amazing A.R. concorde-service was here at 10 o'clock. We bolted the dampers in the car, and went for a test drive with another customer. Result: he was so impressed that he ordered a set immediately. The ride is more comfortable than standard but also more sporty when needed.

Warmest Regards,

5th October 2006

Dear All,

I had my 1998 9-5 at your workshop last Friday to have your Alpha ECU Upgrade installed. I would just like to say that one week and 500 miles later, the grin is still on my face! I arrived slightly early than my allocated slot, but you started working on the car straight away. I was impressed with how thoroughly you check everything out first, making sure that the upgrade's effectiveness won't be impaired by any underlying problems the car may already be suffering from. During the actual download to my ECU, I was given a tour of your workshops, and was fortunate enough to see your test rig with the slightly tweaked (to 400bhp) 9-5 engine on there - awesome. Following the installation, another test drive ensued, after which your mechanic diagnosed a dirty air flow meter. He duly cleaned it out, tried the car again, and all was in order. I thought it was going to get expensive, but no, it was all part of the service. I was given several tips and pointers re. tuning these engines - as well as looking after them generally - which - when adhered to - should ensure the next 125,000 miles will be as smooth as the first! As far as value for money goes, I don't think you can be beaten by any other UK supplier at the moment. As well as this, the service & thoroughness you demonstrated was excellent. Once again, many thanks, as I look forward to seeing you again soon for the next round of upgrades.

Kind regards

B F

5th October 2006

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