99 RALLY Socks

In the early 1970s, Saab introduced the 99 EMS to the market. Right up until the 99 Turbo was released, the EMS was not only the top model from Saab's own assembly in Trollhättan, it was also the sportiest.

In addition to its commercial success, the 99 EMS made its appearance known in the rallies and marked a generation alongside its notorious driver behind the wheel, Stig Blomqvist, the real and original Stig!

While the virtuous driver was consecrated World Champion with Audi, he immortalised Saab in the dust.

From the flashy Saab 96 V4 to the Group B cars driven by Stig, the 99 EMS has a special place in our hearts.

Just by closing our eyes, we can see it clear as day. Like out of thin air, a car appears with a slide, lifting the snow as if creating an avalanche. For a brief moment, we spot the coloured stripes of the Swedish flag adorning the base black of the 99. The acronym EMS dots the cold and bare surfaces and in a flash, the car disappears. Like thunder over the snow, we are left aghast by its speed. Of course, this is no mere fiction but rather, took place in the Rally Sweden and culminated with the home victory in 1977.