Date: 21 Nov 2001 11:31:05 GMT From: jmel5nopsamcomnospam (JMEL5) Subject: Re: Purchasing a Saab
>The cars came after the planes were first developed but they continue to have >the same roots even though ownership has changed. The Saab design philosophy >will continue despite marrying into GM The Saab aircraft company split off from the auto company long before GM got in the picture. If GM didn't infect Saab with its typical corporate overkill by now, it looks like Saab will be ok. Don't forget, there are some advantages for a company like Saab that makes 150,000 cars a year to have a big company like GM with big pockets backing its business. JJ