An immaculate but "ordinary"...
An immaculate but "ordinary" DB5 would normally reach ÷£80,000, but this one has an array of optional extras - courtesy of gadget king Q - that will raise the stakes.
There"s good news for...
There"s good news for Saab fans on the horizon. The firmò€™s BMW 5-Series-rivalling 9-5 is set to make a comeback, nearly 12 years after its first release.
Last week, we revealed owner General Motors had confirmed that both the 9-5 and 9-3X would be getting European launches this year ò€“ despite the fact the future of Saab is currently under discussion. Some experts expect it to be sold, although no obvious buyer has been identified.
This issue clearly isnò€™t slowing the development of the new car, however. From our images, itò€™s clear to see that the saloon will be a long way ahead of its predecessor. Itò€™s based on a revised version of GMò€™s front-wheel-drive Epsilon II platform ò€“ also used by Vauxhallò€™s new Insignia ò€“ and will be 140mm longer than the current model.
It will also have a stiffer suspension set-up and a wide range of electronics. Yet the new version, due in 2010, will retain the hatchback rear end made famous by the outgoing 9-5. The engine line-up wonò€™t change that much, either, as most of the range will be lifted straight from the existing car ò€“ so expect a good selection of petrol and diesel units.
However, itò€™s rumoured a 350bhp, 3.6-litre V6 flagship could be offered, while Saab isnò€™t dismissing the possibility of a hybrid model in the future.