Sneak Peek at Saleen’s 2024 302!

Apr 27, 2023 | Mustang, Press Release, Saleen Headquarters, Showroom

Sneak Peek at Saleen’s 2024 302!

In Honor of April 17th, the Bday of the Ford Mustang

Saleen Automotive, the Southern California vehicle manufacturer founded in 1983 by legendary racing driver and vehicle builder, Steve Saleen, gives the public a glimpse of its upcoming 2024 302 (design render). As Saleen Automotive celebrates its 40th year of business, it’s also celebrating the 59th birthday (April 17, 1964) of America’s favorite pony car; the Ford Mustang.

“We participated in the Mustang Stampede last fall and drove from the LeMay Museum (Tacoma, WA) to Detroit to commemorate the unveiling of the new Mustang,” said Saleen. “We were all excited for the debut, and when Ford unveiled it, we liked what we saw! We immediately started the design process back at our Southern California headquarters.”

Based off the S650 Mustang details, Saleen plans to offer three models; a White Label with a minimum of 500hp, Yellow Label with a minimum of 750hp, and a top of the line Black Label that will exceed 800hp. In addition to increased performance, all Saleens will get the latest Racecraft® suspension, improved aerodynamics and braking, along with upgraded, custom interior. The Saleen designed tonneau cover with dual hoop, carbon fibre, style bar that debuted on the SA-40 model, will also be available for upcoming convertible models.

ABOUT SALEEN AUTOMOTIVE

Saleen is dedicated to transforming the transportation experience. For 40 years, the California-based automotive manufacturer has redefined driving through highperforming vehicles that combine championship-winning racing pedigree with innovative technology and distinctive styling.

Signature and Saleen Original vehicle lines, Saleen offers a wide variety of technical parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel for those with a passion for performance. Learn more at saleen.com

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Greg Stacy – Saleen (gregS@saleen.com)

Saleen Unveils its SA-40 Edition at Ponies In The Smokies 2023

Apr 17, 2023 | Press Release, Racing

Saleen Unveils its SA-40 Edition at Ponies In The Smokies 2023

Celebrating 40 Years of Business!

Saleen Automotive, the Southern California vehicle manufacturer founded by legendary racing driver and vehicle builder, Steve Saleen, debuted its SA-40 model at the 2023 “Ponies In the Smokies” show in Sevierville, TN, March 20-25th.

Founded in 1983, Saleen Automotive celebrates its 40th year with its SA-40 Speedster (Saleen 40th Anniversary model). Limited to only 10 units, the SA-40 is the pinnacle of design for this generation of Saleen 302s based off the S550 platform.

“Coincidentally, Saleen’s 40th anniversary also corresponds with the last year of the S550 Mustang platform. We really wanted to make the SA-40 special, and I think we have by creating the best looking and highest performing Saleen Mustang to date,” said Steve Saleen. “In conjunction with Cruise for a Cause and its contribution toward cancer research, this special SA-40 sweepstake car will certainly help get the word out to the community.”

Traditionally, Saleen Anniversary models are finished in yellow, black or white. Not since the SA-15 in 1998 has Saleen produced a yellow SA model, but now you can add the 2023 SA-40 to the yellow camp. Finished in Speedlab Yellow (Saleen proprietary color), with black and white accents, the SA-40 features a newly Saleen designed tonneau cover with dual hoop, carbon fibre, style bar. The SA-40 Speedster is based off the Saleen 302 Black Label convertible with 800 horsepower. All SA-40s are outfitted with special wheels, Racecraft suspension, Saleen brakes, and a 40th anniversary interior package. MSRP starts at $142,000

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Greg Stacy – Saleen (GStacy@Saleen.com)
Greg Emmerson – ID Agency (greg@theidagency.com)

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Saleen Pulls a Trifecta

Dec 8, 2021 | Press Release, S7

Saleen Automotive, the Southern California vehicle manufacturer has pulled an exhibit trifecta at two of the largest automotive museums in the country. Saleen currently has a comprehensive,
historical exhibit at the LeMay Automobile Museum in Tacoma, WA, and is featured in two exhibits at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles, CA.

“Saleen: A Journey From the Heart of a Racer to America’s Supercar” is currently on display at America’s Auto Museum (AAM) aka the LeMay. This carefully curated exhibit features 17
historically, significant Saleen vehicles from its nearly 40 year history.

From the very first 1984 Saleen Mustang, to the S7 used in the Hollywood blockbuster “Bruce
Almighty,” to Steve’s racing cars, there is something to see for every automobile enthusiast.
“To be acknowledged and honored for our vehicles and history, is an honor in itself,” said
Saleen. “…and the breadth and unique variety of cars in this exhibit truly is sight to see”

Located south in sunny Southern California is the Petersen Automotive Museum. Two of their exhibits currently feature multiple Saleen vehicles. “Supercars: A Century of Spectacle and
Speed” features a Saleen S7, and their latest display “Forza Horizon 5” features a Saleen S1 one in race prepped GT4 form. Both of these cars are Saleen original designs, and built on in-house
engineered platforms.

ABOUT SALEEN
Saleen is dedicated to transforming the transportation experience. For more than 35 years, the California-based automotive manufacturer has redefined driving through high-performing
vehicles that combine championship-winning racing pedigree with innovative technology and
distinctive styling.

From the first Saleen Mustang in 1984 to the legendary S7 in 2000, company founder Steve Saleen has continually raised the bar on vehicle design, performance, and engineering for the
street and racetrack. Saleen is currently developing entirely new vehicles for the near future with forward facing automotive technologies. Saleen Automotive offers a wide variety of technical
parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel for those with a passion for performance. Learn more at
saleen.com

MEDIA CONTACT
Greg Stacy – Saleen (GStacy@Saleen.com)
Greg Emmerson – ID Agency (greg@theidagency.com)

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Saleen 1 Race Cars Eligible SRO Racing — Press Release

Apr 4, 2021 | Press Release, S1

Saleen 1 Race Cars Eligible SRO Racing

Saleen Automotive, the Southern California vehicle manufacturer has announced that the Saleen 1 Cup race cars are now eligible to compete in the 2021 SRO GT America Series. With the success of the recently run Saleen Cup Racing Series, SRO has given the greenlight for the extremely, competitive S1 Cup Cars to compete in the 2021 season.

The mid-engine S1 features an aluminum chassis and carbon fibre body, and weighs approximately 2500lbs in race trim. Powering the S1 is a 2.2L turbocharged 4 cylinder pumping out 450 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque.

“We have track ready, full prepped race cars available now,” said Saleen. “This is an ideal opportunity for newer racers and seasoned pros to get behind the wheel of a car that has proven to be very fast, competitive, all while remaining a true driver’s sportcar.”

The GT America Series consists of 14 rounds of racing at 7 of the most iconic tracks in North America. This series is open to FIA Bronze drivers only.

Round 1 & 2 Sonoma Raceway March 5-7
Round 3 & 4 Circuit of the Americas April 30-June 2
Round 5 & 6 VIrginia International Raceway June 11-13
Round 7 & 8 Nashville Street Circuit August 6 -8
Round 9 & 10 Road America August 27-29
Round 11 & 12 Watkins Glen International September 17-19
Round 13 & 14 Indianapolis Motor Speedway October 15-17

The Saleen 1 Cup cars are now available and come with onsite, factory technical support at the racing venues, along with spare parts. Interested parties should contact Saleen Automotive.

ABOUT SALEEN

Saleen is dedicated to transforming the transportation experience. For more than 35 years, the California-based automotive manufacturer has redefined driving through high-performing vehicles that combine championship-winning racing pedigree with innovative technology and distinctive styling.

MEDIA CONTACT

Greg Stacy – Saleen (GStacy@Saleen.com)

Greg Emmerson – ID Agency (greg@theidagency.com)

SALEEN BRONCO BREAKS COVER!

Jul 19, 2020 | News, Press Release

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SALEEN BRONCO BREAKS COVER!

Saleen reveals plans for off-road desert racer inspired by legendary Big Oly

Saleen Automotive, the Southern California vehicle manufacturer founded by racing driver and vehicle builder, Steve Saleen, has revealed the Saleen Bronco. As the creator of the Saleen S7 – one of the most successful racing cars ever built – Saleen is mainly associated with success on asphalt surfaces, but with the new Bronco, the company is taking to the dirt with a vengeance.

With racing in his blood, Steve Saleen is never far from a checkered flag, and the Saleen Bronco is no exception. The new vehicle pays homage to Big Oly, the infamous machine piloted by Parnelli Jones. Big Oly took on the Mexican 1000 (now known as the Baja 1000) – one of the most grueling endurance races in the world – and achieved the monumental accomplishment of winning the race twice in 1971 and 1972.

The Saleen Bronco is not only resplendent in a livery reminiscent of the original, but also boasts numerous performance features fans have come to expect from Saleen. We will reveal more details soon, but expect a very capable, high-performance, off-road machine.

If you can’t wait to drive off-road, the extremely capable Saleen Sportruck XR is available to order today fromwith immediate availability!

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Editorial staff wishing to experience Saleen products including the Mustang-based Saleen S302, F-150-based Saleen Sportruck and Sportruck XR or Saleen Tesla GTX should contact us using the Media Contact details below

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From the first Saleen Mustang in 1984 to the legendary S7 in 2000, company founder Steve Saleen has continually moved the bar for vehicle design and performance engineering on the street and racetrack. In addition to its distinctive Saleen Signature and Saleen Original vehicle lines, Saleen offers a wide variety of technical parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel for those with a passion for performance. Learn more at

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LEMAY: AMERICA’S CAR MUSEUM OPENS STEVE SALEEN RETROSPECTIVE

Nov 21, 2019 | News, Press Release

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LEMAY: AMERICA’S CAR MUSEUM OPENS STEVE SALEEN RETROSPECTIVE

Renowned Tacoma, Wash. automotive gallery unveils a year-long exhibit celebrating a legacy of racing and road cars by acclaimed racer-turned-automaker Steve Saleen

“Saleen: A Journey from the Heart of a Racer to America’s Supercar” features 17 historic vehicles, including early race cars, Saleen Mustangs, S7 supercar, S1 and more

TACOMA, Wash. (Nov. 20, 2019) — For the next 12 months, racing fans, high-performance car buffs and other automotive enthusiasts can get up-close and personal with historic vehicles and articles from a true American automotive legend – all at a world-class museum facility in the Pacific Northwest.

On Saturday, Nov. 16, LeMay: America’s Auto Museum (ACM) in Tacoma, Wash. opened the facility’s first year-long lifetime retrospective dedicated to a single automotive personality – internationally acclaimed racer-turned-vehicle manufacturer Steve Saleen, and his Corona, Calif.-based company, Saleen Automotive.

The exhibit, “Saleen: A Journey from the Heart of a Racer to America’s Supercar” offers visitors a unique display of Steve Saleen’s rich automotive history, spanning over four decades. Visitors can enjoy a variety of historic vehicles on display, including Steve Saleen’s personal racing machines, early Saleen Mustangs, the Saleen S7 (considered America’s first supercar), and examples of the company’s new Saleen 1 midengine turbocharged sports car and recently unveiled Saleen 1 GT4 concept race car. The exhibit initially features 17 Saleen vehicles, with additional cars rotating into the exhibit throughout the year-long display.

1976 March B Formula Atlantic race car driven by Steve Saleen
1984 Saleen Mustang
1987 Saleen Mustang race car
1988 March Indy Race Car driven by Steve Saleen
1992 Saleen Race Truck (winner of the SCCA RaceTruck Challenge)
1995 Saleen S351 Mustang
1996 Saleen Mustang Le Mans race car
2001 Saleen S7 supercar featured in the film “Bruce Almighty” (2003)
2004 Saleen SA-20 Mustang
2005 Ford GT (engineered and manufactured by Saleen under contract to Ford)
2005 Saleen Mustang featured as police Decepticon Barricade in “Transformers” (2007)
2006 Saleen S281 Mustang in “Molly Pop” hot pink
2014 Saleen SA-30 Mustang
2019 Saleen S302 Mustang “Black Label”
2020 Saleen Sportruck XR
2020 Saleen 1 sports car (street version)
2020 Saleen 1 GT4 concept race car

The Saleen exhibit at ACM officially opened to the public on Saturday with a ‘Saleen and Caffeine’ event that invited visitors to meet Steve Saleen and enjoy a guided tour of the display. The exhibit opened to record attendance on Saturday morning, with Saleen owners and enthusiasts across the Pacific Northwest gathering for the event.

“It’s an honor to stand here in America’s Car Museum’s beautiful facilities with vehicles representing over four decades of my life and career,” said Steve Saleen, founder and CEO of Saleen Automotive. “I’m proud of our past achievements, but I also look forward to continuing our legacy into the future with unique new Saleen vehicles and a global presence in motorsports.”

In addition to showcasing the uniquely American automotive brand, the “Saleen: A Journey from the Heart of a Racer to America’s Supercar” exhibit aims to inspire the public with Steve Saleen’s illustrious career in automotive engineering, design and manufacturing.

“This is more than a chance for the community to get up close to some of the most extraordinary cars in the world,” said ACM CEO Jennifer Maher. “This is also an opportunity for young people to see that there’s a clear career path in automotive technology and people like Steve Saleen are the role models.”

For more information on “Saleen: A Journey from the Heart of a Racer to America’s Supercar” and to purchase tickets visit: www.AmericasCarMuseum.org.

For more details on Saleen Automotive and Steve Saleen, visit www.Saleen.com, or follow Saleen on social by using on Facebook at Facebook.com/Saleen , or by using @Saleen on Twitter and @Saleen on Instagram.

About Saleen Automotive, Inc.

Saleen is dedicated to transforming the transportation experience. For over 35 years, the California-based automotive manufacturer has redefined driving through high-performing vehicles that combine championship-winning racing pedigree with innovative technology and distinctive styling.

From the first Saleen Mustang in 1984 to the legendary S7 in 2000 and the groundbreaking new Saleen 1, company founder Steve Saleen has continually set the bar for vehicle design and performance engineering on streets and racetracks worldwide. In addition to its distinctive Saleen Signature and Saleen Original vehicle lines, Saleen offers a wide variety of technical parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel for those with a passion for performance. Learn more at www.saleen.com.

About LeMay – America’s Car Museum

America’s Car Museum (ACM), a member of America’s Automotive Trust, is an international destination for families and auto enthusiasts to celebrate America’s love affair with the automobile and learn how it shaped our society. Based in Tacoma, Wash., the stunning 165,000-sq.-ft. facility has been recognized as one of MSN’s 10 Best Automotive Museums worldwide, USA Today’s 10 Best Museums in Seattle and KING5’s Best Museum in Western Washington. ACM serves as an educational center for students of all ages, features 12 rotating exhibits and hosts AAT’s annual Signature Events. For more information, visit www.americascarmusueum.org