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KSS 2025 – Annual SAAB Gathering
On the last Saturday of May, SAAB cars and their pilots from various cities and towns embark on a journey to the traditional Annual SAAB Gathering – KSS 2025.
Polished and shining SAAB cars travel to the Lithuanian capital – Vilnius. Everyone will gather at the "Savanorių Rimi" shopping center parking lot, where the first KSS meetings took place more than 20 years ago.
During the gathering, there is a car exhibition where most of the SAAB models can be seen: from the early 96 and sporty Sonett to the legendary 900 and 9000, and the latest 9-3 and 9-5. During the event, the hoods of classic SAAB engines are raised, forming a "bonnet wall." Various entertainment and competitions take place, where cars are judged not only on their shine but also on their technical aspects or upgrades. Participants have the opportunity to compete in various events or simply enjoy the company of like-minded enthusiasts.
KSS is not limited to just the car exhibition. After the exhibition, SAAB enthusiasts line up in a motorized column and embark on a journey through Vilnius – the Old Town and other interesting parts of the city. Later, they will take part in an orienteering route in the countryside, where they must reach specified landmarks according to a map. The finish is the arrival at the location for the evening program, where more conversations, discussions about car repairs, restoration, and maintenance await.
The Annual SAAB Gathering is not only a car exhibition but also a living history of the Lithuanian SAAB community.
Preliminary KSS 2025 Program
Date: 2025-05-31
Location: Savanorių Rimi (Kedrų g. 4, Vilnius) – rooftop parking lot
Part I
10:30–11:00 – Arrival, car lineup
11:00–11:15 – Opening speech, introductions, program overview
11:20–12:30 – Legendary "Hood Wall" exhibition
11:30–13:30 – Entertainment and competitions for participants and spectators
13:30–13:45 – Awards
13:45–14:00 – Discussion about the city and countryside route
14:00–14:40 – Departure for the sightseeing route through Vilnius
14:40–15:00 – Stop at VIADA for a coffee break
(VIADA offers free coffee to all pre-registered participants)
Part II
15:00–17:00 – Self-guided visits to points of interest and arrival at the lodge
17:00–18:00 – Settling in at the homestead
18:00 – Dinner
19:00 – Evening program: games, entertainment, conversations, sauna, hot tub
Second Day
Breakfast and free time, farewells and departure by 12:00
Optional visit to a point of interest (details to be confirmed later)
Cost
The event consists of two parts:
Part I is free of charge.
Registration is required by 2025-05-22.
If you register later, free coffee may not be guaranteed.
Part II is paid.
Registration is limited by time and participant numbers.
To take part in Part II, after submitting the form, you must contact the organizers and transfer a non-refundable €25 deposit per person (which is non-refundable in case of not showing up).
Estimated prices per person:
Overnight stay in the homestead, accommodation in lodges, shared rooms – €20
If the number of participants exceeds the number of sleeping places available at the homestead, or if participants wish, they can pitch their own tent or sleep in a car – €10
Evening participation only (no overnight stay) – €5
Dinner/breakfast – €15–20 depending on selected meals
Cold snacks – up to €5
Additional evening program expenses – up to €5
Draft beer with dispensing equipment is planned (details to follow)
Registration for KSS 2025
All participants must register by filling out the form:
https://forms.gle/LYm2AqiBbA8dwbTx8
Important:
Provide the correct car license plate number – needed for free rooftop parking at Rimi
Enter your VIADA Plus card number (physical or via app) – free coffee will be credited for your whole crew
Participation in Part II is confirmed only after the €25/person deposit is received
Additional Information
The homestead “Jauki Pirtis” is located in Trakai district near Lake Ungurys, accessible via paved road
The location has 38 sleeping spots, partly in shared rooms for 6-12 people, in two chalets that are tens of meters apart;
If no beds remain, tents or sleeping in cars is allowed
Cold meals with beer, hot meals for dinner and breakfast, a sauna and hot tub will be arranged.
Please bring:
Swimwear, towels, slippers
Your favorite snacks (chips, cheeses, smoked meats, etc.)
Soft drinks and alcohol
Mosquito repellent
Important Notes:
Any changes to the data provided at the time of registration, or any increase or decrease in the number of participants, must be notified to the organisers as soon as possible
No refunds for full-program registrations in case of not showing up.
Only technically inspected vehicles are allowed
Partners and Sponsors
Rimi Baltic: free rooftop parking for participants
VIADA LT: free coffee for participants
AutoRenginiai.lt: promoting the event
More information:
http://www.saab-klubas.lt/naujienos/kss-2025/
