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Spyker has confirmed it is talking to General Motors about a last-minute rescue package for Swedish car maker Saab, following the collapse of a proposed deal that would have put Koenigsegg in the driving seat.

The surprising news from Spyker follows its announcement late last month that production of its cars was moving from the Netherlands to Coventry.

Who knows what Spyker has in mind for the Saab brand, but anyone who thought the Koenigsegg deal would create an unlikely partnership is likely to be just as sceptical of Spyker's chances. So far the Dutch firm has offered no comment other than to confirm its interest with the following statement:

"In response to market enquiries, Spyker Cars confirms that it, together with its shareholder Convers Group, has expressed an interest in Saab Automobile AB. If and when we are able to comment further, we will do so but we are unable to provide more information at this time."

Following the collapse of the Koenigsegg deal, GM has confirmed it will wind-up the 60 year old Saab brand next year if no new deal can be struck before the end of this year.

Saab said yesterday it was still talking to 'a number of parties', and one option appears to be a proposal for Beijing Automotive to move 9-5 production to China.