DETROIT — Ally Financial announced it has been selected as the recommended provider of F&I products and services for U.S. Saab dealerships.

Ally Financial will offer its Repair Advantage line of vehicle service and maintenance contracts to customers via Saab dealers, in addition to a comprehensive suite of ancillary F&I products, which includes guaranteed asset protection (GAP), lease wear and tear, tire and wheel protection, appearance protection and theft deterrence.

Saab dealers will also have the opportunity to take advantage of Ally's commercial insurance products and services, including wholesale inventory insurance, along with access to property and casualty insurance packages offered by third-party partners for the dealership.

Back in March, Ally was tapped as the preferred source for wholesale and retail financing for Saab dealers and customers in North America, as well as internationally.

"Saab is pleased to have Ally Financial as a lending partner for Saab dealers across the U.S.," said Mike Colleran, president and chief operating officer of Saab Cars North America. "This relationship offers our dealers and customers more financial options to meet their individual needs. We appreciate the interest and support of Ally Financial."

Meanwhile, Tom Callahan, of Ally Financial, added, "Ally is pleased to build upon its strong relationships with Saab dealers and customers. As a market leader, we provide insurance programs with an experienced and dedicated sales team and leading-edge technology. We are confident of our ability to help augment a dealer's business while meeting customer needs."

Basically, Repair Advantage offers vehicle service and maintenance products that can be tailored to meet customer needs. Ally also provides a fully integrated menu selling system for dealers.

As an added benefit, the Ally team said it will assist dealers in complying with state and local regulations and also provide service and training.