When was Saab founded?

Saab dates back to 1947. It is headquartered in Trollhättan, Sweden.

Who has owned Saab in the past?

Past shareholders include General Motors (1990–2010).

Brand · Sweden · since 1947

SaWho owns Saab?

Saab stopped operating in 2012. Its last recorded owner was General Motors, which held 100% until 2010.

HQ Trollhättan
Founded 1947
Ended 2012
Ownership changes tracked 2

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Ownership timeline

← rows are shareholders in Saab. → rows are stakes Saab held in others. Darker bars mean bigger stakes.

Every stake, year by year

Years	Stake	Who
1990–2000	50%	Owned by General Motors · view 1990 on map
2000–2010	100%	Owned by General Motors Sold to Spyker · view 2000 on map

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Former owners

General Motors

Quick answers

Who owns Saab?: Saab stopped operating in 2012. Its last recorded owner was General Motors, which held 100% until 2010.
When was Saab founded?: Saab dates back to 1947. It is headquartered in Trollhättan, Sweden.
Who has owned Saab in the past?: Past shareholders include General Motors (1990–2010).

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