All posts by David Bruno

Former club archivist as well as lead SOEC creative director, 2005-2018.
Enthusiast News

RIGHT HAND DRIVE CONVERTIBLE (88-0689) APPEARS ON eBay AU

Price: AU $25,900.00
VIN:
Condition: Used
Vehicle Title: Clear
Year: 1988
Make: Ford
Model: Mustang
Engine: 5.0L 302Cu. In. V8
Fuel Type: Petrol
Transmission: Manual
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 90,000 km
Body Type: Convertible
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Exterior Color: Oxford White
Interior Color: Gray
For Sale By: Seven82Motors
eBay #: 182263622692

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1988 Saleen Mustang number 689 for sale

Saleen may be making headlines these days for working on the Tesla Model S, but its history and bread-and-butter is all about the Ford Mustang. The rear-wheel-drive Dearborn pony cars singlehandedly put the company on the map in the ’80s. Founder Steve Saleen was already a talented American racing driver when he started the venture, and like many auto industry businesses before him, Saleen went to the track to prove his vehicles’ worth. Now, there’s a chance to buy one of those early racers.

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The 1988 Saleen Mustang was upgraded with Monroe shock absorbers, Pioneer sound system, and a Saleen 170 speedo/tach, Saleen body kit, wheels and all signature appointments. All convertible Saleens were converted from LX Mustang models. They all had factory 5.0L V8 engines with optional supercharger, five-speed manual transmission, this car was imported into Australia in 1998 and right hand drive converted for a lady who also had the supercharger removed. It changed hands in 2002 and has been owned by the same owner since and been part of a car collection in Victoria. The original supercharger was sold and fitted to a race car and has had a replacement one fitted.

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In 1988 Saleen produced 546 Hatchbacks, 137 Convertibles and 25 Hardtop coupes making this number 689 of a total of 708 cars built.

1988 Saleen features and specifications include.

Racecraft Suspension
* Specific rate front and rear coil springs
* Monroe formula GP gas rear shocks
* Monroe Formula GP gas front struts
* Monroe Formula GP Horizontal axle dampener
* Special strut mounting baring
* Urethane sway bar pivot bushing
* Saleen Autosport/ American Racing mesh alloy wheels in 16×7 front and 16×8 rears.
* High performance alignment settings

Performance Enhancements
* Four wheel SVO-type disc brakes
* Strut tower brace
* Racecraft chassis bracing
* 5 lug bolt pattern
* Straight dual exhaust pipes
* Hurst quick ratio shifter

Aerodynamics
* Saleen Autosport completion design rear wing
* Saleen Autosport edition urethane front air dam
* Saleen Autosport edition side skirts
* Saleen Autosport edition urethane rear valance

Styling and Interior
* 170 mph Saleen speedometer
* Electric Saleen tachometer
* Leather shift knob
* 3 spoke leather MOMO steering wheel
* Pioneer KEH 6050 Cassette/Radio with 6 speakers
* Pioneer BP 880 graphic equalizer
* Saleen edition Flofit seats
* Matching seat and door panel upgrade
* Foot rest
* Saleen windshield tint band
* Saleen Mustang deck lid emblem
* Ford Motorsport quarter glass graphics
* Saleen tri-colour racing stripes
* Saleen Mustang dash emblem
* Front bumper moulding
* Serialization number on front bumper
* Serialization number on console plaque
* Serialization engine compartment ID on drivers side apron

Located in the at the SEVEN82MOTORS Classic’s, Lowriders & Muscle cars, specializing in Australian & American car sales and available to view in the showroom at 3-132 Spencer Road, Nerang on the Gold Coast, Queensland.

Please call us on 0755 966 566 or 0416407540 with inquires.

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Enthusiast News

SPECIAL ORDER CONVERTIBLE (90-0096) FOUND ON CraigsList

90-0096 appears to have been a special order car. Either for the first owner or stocking dealer.

In 1990, Wild Strawberry was a non-standard color for Saleen Mustang conversion. This exterior hue would have been an extra cost fee and required a drop-ship chassis (or locating a chassis through a dealer-stock search) to complete the request.

Wild Strawberry was introduced during the 1990 production year and replaced Medium Cabernet on the Mustang color chart. Three Wild Strawberry Saleen Mustangs are believed to have been produced during the 1990 and 1991 model years. One vehicle in each body style, making this color fairly uncommon.

The White & Red Ford leather and Ford stereo EQ sound system presented in 90-0096 would have also been special requests. By choosing these Ford options it deleted both the standard Saleen/FloFit cloth seating and Pioneer sound system during conversion.

By the numbers:
17 Saleen convertibles in 1990 had white leather seating. 13 of these were the special Emerald Green model. Meaning, 4 convertibles were NOT green and had white seating. Two cars were white, one car was Bright Red, the other Strawberry.

1990 Saleen Mustang Convertible – $23000 (New albany IN)
http://louisville.craigslist.org/cto/5718242740.html

For Sale—-
It’s hard to believe that the older Saleen Mustangs are entering the ranks of classics, but consider this: The 79-93 Mustangs are now where the 65-73 Mustangs were in the 90s. They are older cars with a committed following. These limited-production, high-performance rides have held their value even better than a vintage Shelby did at the same age. Shelby Mustangs, of course, have surpassed Saleens in value, if for no other reason than age and availability, but they aren’t as plentiful today as they were in the 70’s.

This is a 1990 Saleen Mustang convertible decked out in red with striking silver appointments. At the tender age of 26 years old with only 23K original miles, 2nd owner, this gem is a rolling time capsule that offers a glimpse of life as it was in the 1990’s. Drop the top, sit back in the bucket seats, abundant leather and awesome entertainment. With a 5.0L H.O. engine, 5 speed shifter you can attack a curvy road with passion or grind away at the asphalt. This can be your dream car for only 23K.

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Enthusiast News

EX-RACER SSC (89-0091) HITS eBay

Price: $29,999.00
VIN: 1FABP41E4KF220852
Condition: Used
Vehicle Title: Clear
Year: 1989
Make: Ford
Model: Mustang
Sub Model: Saleen
Engine: 5.0L 302Cu. In. V8
Fuel Type: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 12,500
Body Type: Hatchback
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Exterior Color: Oxford White
Interior Color: Gray
For Sale By: Private Seller
eBay #: 152205968070

89-0091 SSC
89-0091 SSC

SALLY is up for sale: Sally is a beautiful 1989 Ford Mustang Saleen SSC Anniversary Edition. She is Car #91 of 161 total cars ever produced of her kind.

As a 1-owner car, Sally comes with her original window sticker. She currently runs and drives great with 12,500 original miles.

Sally is a former racecar making her currently equipped with upgrades for the track which include a full Griggs GR 40 front and rear full suspension, Griggs full frame sub connectors, Saleen speed line wheels, GT40 crate motor stroker with aluminum heads and pro charger (D-1SC) along with CUSTOM: axles, rear end and Force 10 brake system.

89-0091 SSC
89-0091 SSC

Sally’s past is not forgotten though as she comes with the bulk of her original parts which would allow someone to easily restore her back to her original state. These parts include, but are not limited to her ORIGINAL: number matching engine (which needs to be rebuilt,) Full set DP rims, full set of General XP2000 tires (with full tread and air in them from 1989), interior, stereo, sub woofer box, amps, brakes, electronic shock system and suspension.

Please take a look at all the photos and ask questions before you bid. Kindly remember that she was a former racecar so has assorted patina, which would be expected for her age and track time.

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89-0091 SSC

I purchased Sally with the dream of restoring her, but my lack of time has disabled me from being able to make this happen. She is sitting in my garage anxiously awaiting a new home that can give her the love and attention that she needs, wants and deserves.

Thanks for looking!!

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Event Coverage

SCOA NATIONALS 2016 COVERAGE

Steve Saleen signing away - 2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit
Steve Saleen signing away – 2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit Racing

From those early “four eye” Saleen Mustangs to the latest S550 Yellow Label and everything found between was on display during the 13th Annual SCOA Nationals. This rotating pilgrimage of Power In The Hands of a Few stopped in Akron, Ohio for the 2016 offering. Summit Racing Equipment’s Tallmadge location was ground zero for Saturdays Saleen vehicle and Ford Mustang show.

The daylong car show featured an impressive display of 1985-86 Saleen Mustangs. A spotlight era for this year’s event. This rare collection consisting of two “big wing” 1985 Mustangs, four factory t-top 1985 models and two convertibles from 1986. Collector Stu Akers brought 85-0021, the first supercharged development car, while Mike Charles chaperoned 85-0016 (among others), a well preserved early 1985 edition.

Also on display were the three amigos of 1993 SA-10 production. Serials 93-0001SA, 93-0009SA and 93-0011SA. Triplets with wild variation of content and histories for spectators to immerse themselves when conversing with their enthusiastic owners.

Attendees were treated to view 90-0038, one of the former Saugus Speedway pace cars, a collection of five SN-95 S351 Mustangs (including the 1st production SR) and two S281 Cobra editions. Other notables were 02-0019E, a custom paint Rainbow Extreme, 08-0026ST Sterling Anniversary Extreme, the first 2013 351 Black Label, and 15-0044 S302 Yellow Label representing the latest offering of Saleen Mustang.

For those interested in non-Mustang, Performance Utility Vehicles, the SCOA Nationals had each model of SporTruck, XP and S331 for spectators to review these rarely seen PUVs from Saleen Automotive.

Honored guests Steve and Liz Saleen spent the day engaging with new (and familiar) enthusiastic fans, sharing a memorable moment and providing autographs to every wide-eye man, woman and child.

There were an estimated 85 Saleen manufactured vehicles in attendance for Saturdays show. Special thanks to both Mothers Polish and Jim Dvorak for providing items for event goody bags and charity auction. SCOA social media guru Joe Mills took home the 2016 Gary Alsobrooks Award, Vaughn Roser of New York won 97-0013B and next year’s event will be in Broomfield, Colorado at the Vehicle Vault Museum.

Congratulations to SCOA President Lee Reese and staff. ‘Til next year!


Video: SOEC Staff

2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit Racing
2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit Racing
2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit Racing
2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit Racing
2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit Racing
2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit Racing
2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit Racing
2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit Racing
2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit Racing
2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit Racing

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Event Coverage

MUSTANGS ON THE NIAGARA, 2016 MCA COVERAGE

The Western New York Shelby and Mustang Club held a Mustang Club of America (MCA) National Show in Buffalo, New York for July 22 – July 24. Marketed as Mustangs on the Niagara, this event gathered an impressive display of Mustangs from the Northeast and Canada.

06-0355 S281 SC @ Mustangs on the Niagara
06-0355 S281 SC @ Mustangs on the Niagara
02-0027 S281 SC @ Mustangs on the Niagara
02-0027 S281 SC @ Mustangs on the Niagara
00-0055 S281 SC @ Mustangs on the Niagara
00-0055 S281 SC @ Mustangs on the Niagara
95-0122 S351 @ Mustangs on the Niagara
95-0122 S351 @ Mustangs on the Niagara
02-0014 S281 Extreme @ Mustangs on the Niagara
02-0014 S281 Extreme @ Mustangs on the Niagara
98-0013 S281 @ Mustangs on the Niagara
98-0013 S281 @ Mustangs on the Niagara

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Enthusiast News

SA-30 MUSTANG (14-005) TO HIT MECUM AUCTION

Lot S172 // Harrisburg 2016 // July 21-23

2014 Ford Mustang Saleen 30th Anniversary
No. 5 of 10, 500 Miles

15-005 SA-30 Mustang
15-005 SA-30 Mustang

Color: Tire Smoke White
Interior: Charcoal & White

HIGHLIGHTS
– No. 5 of 10 produced
– 500 miles

https://www.mecum.com/

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[Source: Mecum Auctions]

Event Coverage

HIGHLAND PARK FORD CAR SHOW COVERAGE

PHOTOS & TEXT: CHRIS CHRISANTI

Since the “surprise” is out, here are full pictures from the Highland Park Ford car show.

98-0075 S281 Cobra, 93-0001SA SA-10 (Scott Warren), 11-001BL S302 Black Label SC (Scott Warren), and 02-0333 S281 SC (Paul Letarte).

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[Source: Chris Chrisanti]

Enthusiast News

1989 HATCHBACK (89-0464) TO HIT MECUM AUCTION

Lot T97 // Monterey 2016 // Aug 18-20

1989 Ford Mustang Saleen
One Owner, Original Paint

89-0464 Saleen Mustang
89-0464 Saleen Mustang

Color: Red
Interior: Grey

HIGHLIGHTS
– One owner
– Believed to be 6,778 original miles
– Original Red paint
– Garage kept since 1989
– Additional original decals with 1989 purchase
– New air conditioning
– California car

https://www.mecum.com/

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[Source: Mecum Auctions]

Enthusiast News

SSC (89-0178) TO HIT BARRETT-JACKSON, NORTHEAST AUCTION

Low mileage Saleen SSC heads to the Barrett Jackson auction in Uncasville, Connecticut – June 23 – 25, 2016.

Excerpt from Gas Monkey Garage…

12 Gas Monkey Garage Cars at Barrett-Jackson Northeast Auction

This weekend is going to be HUGE for Gas Monkey Garage. We are taking 12 cars and the Fast N’ Loud camera crew to the Barrett-Jackson Northeast Auction at Mohegan Sun. And these aren’t just any Gas Monkey rides we’re taking with us. This is the first Barrett-Jackson auction in the Northeast, so we’re taking some big hitters!

Lot #438.1
1989 FORD MUSTANG SALEEN SSC
Auction: Northeast 2016
Reserve: NO RESERVE
Status: Available
Price: Request Bidder Info
Lot: 438.1
Year: 1989
Make: FORD
Model: MUSTANG SALEEN SSC
*Includes Buyer Commission

Details
VIN: 1FABP41E4KF304203
Exterior Color: WHITE
Interior Color: WHITE/GREY
Cylinders: 8
Engine Size: 5.0L
Transmission: 5-SPEED MANUAL

Description
Lot #438.1 – This 1989 Saleen Mustang time capsule is #178 with only 661 actual miles (mileage not indicated on the title). It’s offered by Gas Monkey Garage. Ford didn’t do a 25th Anniversary Mustang, but Steve Saleen did, introducing his SSC on April 17, 1989. Based in California, Saleen was a veteran SCCA Trans-Am and Formula Atlantic racer. Saleen owned several Shelby Mustangs and decided to follow in Shelby’s footsteps and make stock Mustangs into personal high-performance cars. The result was a limited-edition run of specially modified 5.0-liter V8 Mustangs that are instantly recognizable by special paint, graphics and interior combinations that any high-performance automotive enthusiast will appreciate. Engine, suspension, exhaust and brake upgrades are enjoyed by only a handful of lucky owners that get to experience these cars first-hand. This particular example, serial #00178, has been meticulously cared for in a private collection and is only now offered for sale, having been stored in a climate-controlled environment for the past 27 years. 5-speed manual transmission.

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