Jim
The engine was previously rebuilt by Martin at JamSAAB so only needed checking over. Anything that needed replacing or rebuilding was done as we progressed, though clearly there are areas of the car that remain as original, such as bumpers, seats, carpets etc.
Is it the best? Probably the best 99T out there, but I have no doubt there are other SAABs as good, though the attention to detail on the 99T I really don't think can be matched. For example the fixings (all galvanised) for the brake lines under the front wheel arch have been fitted so all the screw heads are at the same angle - only noticeable when you remove the wheel. Some would say that is unnecessary, but I think it just goes to show the care with which the job has been done. The more you look around the car the more 'detail' you see, which is a testiment to JamSAAB rather than me.
Is the car unique? Again probably as I believe I am the only original private owner of a 99T in the world.
Footnote: It is also the basis of the Brooklands/Rob Eddie 1:43 scale model