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

THE SALEEN 351 GOES PUBLIC

CORONA, CA–(Marketwired – Jul 8, 2013) – Saleen Automotive Inc. (OTCBB: SLNN), an American niche manufacturer of lifestyle ultra-high performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel, has created quite a roar with its flagship Mustang offering, the Saleen 351, which is now underway for production.

“The amount of detail that we had to put in this vehicle is astounding,” said Steve Saleen. “I feel our team has struck the perfect balance of design, technology, and [of course] power.”

Saleen has been taking preorders for the 351 since its debut, and shortly after the unveiling of the prototype at the Knott’s Ford Show in Southern California is moving forward into production.

In true Saleen style, the 351 completes the trifecta of Speed, Science, and Style. Pounding out 700 hp and 655 ft-lb of torque on a supercharged 351 cubic inch V8, the Saleen 351 is rounded out by its distinct Saleen aerodynamics and Red Butterfly Center Ram Air Induction system.

Available in both Hardtop and Convertible, orders for this and other Saleen vehicles can be placed at Saleen dealers nationwide, or by contacting Saleen directly for a personalized ordering process which concludes at the nearest Saleen Authorized Dealership. For more information visit www.saleen.com.

On Friday July 5th, Saleen Automotive Inc. also announced FINRA approval to change their ticker symbol from (OTCBB: WSTY) to (OTCBB: SLNN) and completion of the official name change from W270 Inc. to Saleen Automotive, Inc. More information about this announcement and other Saleen investor news can be found here.

About Saleen Automotive, Inc.

Saleen is an American niche manufacturer of lifestyle ultra-high performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel. With more than 30 years of automotive heritage, Saleen has continually set the bar for automotive design and performance engineering in both street and racing applications. Saleen plans to utilize its existing strategic partnerships and dealer network to refine its design and engineering prowess, continue development of emerging automotive technologies, and expand its presence nationwide with a combination of automotive retail services, aftermarket parts and new vehicle sales to build significant long-term value. Learn more at www.saleenautomotive.com.

[Source: Saleen Automotive]

SALEEN AUTOMOTIVE, INC. FINALIZES TICKER CHANGE TO SLNN

CORONA, CA–(Marketwired – Jul 5, 2013) – Saleen Automotive, Inc. (OTCBB: SLNN) (the “Company”), an American niche manufacturer of lifestyle ultra-high performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel, is pleased to announce that, effective immediately, the Company has officially changed its name from W270, Inc. to Saleen Automotive, Inc. Along with the name change, FINRA has approved the changing of the Company stock ticker symbol to (OTCBB: SLNN) from the previously used (OTCBB: WSTY). The name and ticker changes are subsequent to Saleen Automotive completing its merger with W270, Inc., as announced on June 27, 2013.

“The Saleen Automotive name has been synonymous with high performance vehicles for three decades. In order to meet our goals as a public entity, it was important that we completed the name change to capitalize on brand recognition to deliver maximum growth opportunities for our company and shareholders,” said Steve Saleen, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Saleen Automotive.

About Saleen Automotive, Inc.

Saleen is an American niche manufacturer of lifestyle ultra-high performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel. With more than 30 years of automotive heritage, Saleen has continually set the bar for automotive design and performance engineering in both street and racing applications. Saleen plans to utilize its existing strategic partnerships and dealer network to refine its design and engineering prowess, continue development of emerging automotive technologies, and expand its presence nationwide with a combination of automotive retail services, aftermarket parts and new vehicle sales to build significant long-term value. Learn more at www.saleenautomotive.com.

[Source: Saleen Automotive]

SALEEN TEAMS WITH BONDURANT SCHOOL OF HIGH PERFORMANCE DRIVING

Saleen has teamed up with the Bob Bondurant School of High Performance Driving. Purchase a new Saleen vehicle this month and receive a $500 gift certificate towards a 2-day High Performance Driving Class in Phoenix, AZ!**

Contact our sales team today for more information.

**Bondurant promotion must be mentioned at time of order or purchase to qualify. Offer valid only on a new Saleen dealer vehicle purchase only. Delivery must take place prior to July 31, 2013. Gift Certificate may take 6-weeks to process after new vehicle delivery. Cannot be combined with any other offer or discount and not valid on previously purchased vehicles. Offer is subject to change without notice. Not valid for cash or cash equivalent. $500 Gift Certificate is valid only toward the 2-day High Performance Driving Class at the Bob Bondurant School of High Performance driving in Phoenix, AZ. No travel or accommodations are included in this offer or provided by Saleen. The driving class is subject to availability and should be booked directly with Bondurant to redeem after qualification.

JULY SALE ON SALEEN PARTS

Celebrate with Saleen styling for your modern American Muscle Car

The summer of Horsepower continues with genuine Saleen parts for your ride! Through the end of July, Saleen has unbelievable deals on body components that are in-stock and ready to ship. Additional discounts are available when you use code HOTJULY at smssuperparts.com for 10% off your entire order!*

*Offer code must be used at checkout to apply, online only. Cannot be combined with other discounts and not valid on previously purchased merchandise. Offer is subject to change without notice. Not valid for cash or cash equivalent. Discount code ends 7/31/13. Offer is based on merchandise total before taxes and shipping charges are applied.

[Source: Saleen]

W270, INC. COMPLETES MERGER WITH SALEEN AUTOMOTIVE, INC.

CORONA, CA–(Marketwired – Jun 27, 2013) – W270, Inc. (OTCBB: WSTY) today announced that it has completed its merger to acquire 100% of Saleen Automotive, Inc. and SMS Signature Cars (“Saleen” or “the Company”), a performance automotive company that manufactures, upgrades, and sells high-end sports cars and related parts. W270, Inc. changed its name to Saleen Automotive, Inc. on June 17, 2013.

Concurrent with the merger, Saleen Automotive, Inc. raised an aggregate principle amount of $3,000,000 (including the conversion of $500,000 of existing notes) via a securities purchase agreement with accredited investors.

Founded by Steve Saleen, renowned race driver and high-performance automaker, Saleen Automotive designs, develops, manufactures and sells high-performance cars that include the Saleen Mustang, Saleen Challenger and Saleen Camaro. The Company’s products include a complete line of upgraded muscle cars, performance cars, automotive aftermarket specialty parts and lifestyle accessories. Also in development are the next generation of supercars, as well as electric and zero-emission vehicles for the commercial and consumer markets.

“Since 1983, I have been developing some of the world’s most advanced high-performance street cars with special aerodynamics, highly functional cockpits, and precise handling suspension,” said Chairman and CEO Steve Saleen. “We are excited to become a publicly-traded company and enter into the next stage of our growth, as we bring these automobiles into the mainstream and grow our retail presence into new markets in the U.S. We are also developing high-performance electric vehicles targeting the zero-emissions segment.”

For more information, please see the Company’s associated 8-K filing made with the U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission (“SEC”).

About Saleen Automotive, Inc.

Saleen is an American niche manufacturer of lifestyle ultra-high performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel. With more than 30 years of automotive heritage, Saleen has continually set the bar for automotive design and performance engineering in both street and racing applications. Saleen plans to utilize its existing strategic partnerships and dealer network to refine its design and engineering prowess, continue development of emerging automotive technologies, and expand its presence nationwide with a combination of automotive retail services, aftermarket parts and new vehicle sales to build significant long-term value. Learn more at www.saleenautomotive.com.

[Source: Saleen Automotive]

CARLISLE FORD NATIONALS 2013 COVERAGE

The Saleen Owners and Enthusiasts Club once again participated in the Carlisle Ford Nationals in Pennsylvania.

WINNERS LIST FOR FORD NATIONALS 2013

Y165 – 1984 – 1993 SALEEN
1993 SALEEN SA-10 – ROSS, BRYAN – FIRST PLACE 564
1985 FORD MUSTANG SALEEN – OLEXY, SCOTT – SECOND PLACE 565
1990 FORD SALEEN – MOURA, BEN – THIRD PLACE 566

Y166 – 1994 – 2004 SALEEN
1995 FORD SALEEN – BRUNO, MICHAEL – FIRST PLACE 567
1994 SALEEN SR – ROSS, GARY – SECOND PLACE 568
2002 FORD MUSTANG SALEEN S-281 – DEBELLA, JOHN & ROSEANN – THIRD PLACE 569

Y167 – 2005 & UP SALEEN
2011 SALEEN S302 – FALK, THEODORE – FIRST PLACE 570
2009 FORD MUSTANG – BUCHAN, JAMIE – SECOND PLACE 571
2011 FORD MUSTANG – TIERNEY, JOHN – THIRD PLACE

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CARLISLE FORD NATIONALS 2013 IS A WRAP

The Saleen Owners and Enthusiasts Club once again participated in the Carlisle Ford Nationals in Pennsylvania.

WINNERS LIST FOR FORD NATIONALS 2013

Y165 – 1984 – 1993 SALEEN

  • 1993 SALEEN SA-10 – ROSS, BRYAN – FIRST PLACE 564
  • 1985 FORD MUSTANG SALEEN – OLEXY, SCOTT – SECOND PLACE 565
  • 1990 FORD SALEEN – MOURA, BEN – THIRD PLACE 566

Y166 – 1994 – 2004 SALEEN

  • 1995 FORD SALEEN – BRUNO, MICHAEL – FIRST PLACE 567
  • 1994 SALEEN SR – ROSS, GARY – SECOND PLACE 568
  • 2002 FORD MUSTANG SALEEN S-281 – DEBELLA, JOHN & ROSEANN – THIRD PLACE 569

Y167 – 2005 & UP SALEEN

  • 2011 SALEEN S302 – FALK, THEODORE – FIRST PLACE 570
  • 2009 FORD MUSTANG – BUCHAN, JAMIE – SECOND PLACE 571
  • 2011 FORD MUSTANG – TIERNEY, JOHN – THIRD PLACE

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W270, INC. ENTERS MERGER AGREEMENT WITH SALEEN ENTITIES

NEWPORT BEACH, CA–(Marketwired – May 30, 2013) – W270, Inc. (OTCQB: WSTY) (OTCBB: WSTY) today announced that it has entered into a binding Agreement and Plan of Merger (Merger Agreement) with Saleen California Merger Corporation, Saleen Florida Merger Corporation, SMS Signature Cars, Saleen Automotive, Inc. and Steve Saleen. SMS Signature Cars and Saleen Automotive, Inc. (the Saleen entities) operate a performance automotive enterprise that manufactures and sells high-end sports cars and related parts. Subsequent to the anticipated closing of the merger transactions, the business operations of the Saleen entities will comprise the Company’s business operations.

The closing of the merger transactions is subject to several conditions, including without limitation, satisfactory completion of the Company’s due diligence investigation and the Company’s entry into a definitive agreement regarding the sale of at least $3,000,000 in senior secured convertible notes. If the merger transactions are consummated, the Saleen entities will become wholly-owned subsidiaries of the Company and Steve Saleen and the other holders of Saleen Automotive’s common stock will hold approximately 93% of the Company’s outstanding shares immediately after the merger transactions. There can be no assurance that the conditions to the closing of the merger transactions will be satisfied, or that the merger transactions will be consummated.

In addition, the Company has declared for stockholders of record of its common stock as of May 23, 2013, subject to the closing of the merger transactions, a per share dividend of $0.035 in cash. The Company shall pay and issue such dividend within ten (10) business days after the closing date of the merger transactions.

On May 30, 2013, the Company filed a Current Report on Form 8-K with the Securities and Exchange Commission and directs interested parties to such filing and the documents attached thereto as exhibits for further information regarding the merger transactions.

CLOSER LOOK: 91-0025, FINALE OF SALEEN AUTOSPORT

Photography from Jay Brown at Price Toyota Scion in New Castle, Delaware.

Throughout the 1980s, a common connection shared among these high-performance vehicles produced by Saleen were their construction and assembly in the trendsetting state of California. Though, during the dawn of a fresh decade, new methods of assembly as well as new challenges toward 1990s business survival caused revision to this shared link.

For model year 1991, a majority of Saleen Mustang production took place in Saint Charles, Missouri under the expertise of subcontractor Cars & Concepts. For historical context, it took about 14-years to again see large qualities of Saleen vehicles produced outside the state of California; with the introduction of Saleen Special Vehicles (SSV) and their Troy facility in Michigan for the 2005 model year.

With the close of 1991 vehicle production, a number of familiar items would go away. This model year marked the farewell for those famous 16-inch angular 5-spoke, or optional basket weave, design wheels from American Racing. Both the Saleen/FloFit seats, a staple since 1987, and grey cloth seating material would disappear. Model year 1991 would also be the final year Ford Motor Company offered the Mustang LX with black side moldings; opting for body color trim in 1992 and 1993.

Though these “lasts” account for minor alterations in overall product packaging, it does make the 1990-91 series of Saleen Mustang the final versions with the “totally 80s look” on display. With 1991 models specifically representing the final vehicle offerings from the original company known as Saleen Autosport.

When we examine model year 1991 using our feature car, ID number 91-0025, we see Saleen produced an estimated 102 serialized Mustangs for the year. Of those, 92 units were standard models with 58 based on the 3-door hatchback body. It is believed 20 were painted Oxford White. When we review those 20, Titanium Grey interiors were in 12 units with seven featuring the optional 3.55:1 gearing. -DB

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[Source: Jay Brown]

JDM ENGINEERING OFFERS ONE-OFF SALEEN HOOD

From our friends at JDM Engineering.

2010-2012 Mustang Hood Custom One off Saleen Hood!

This is the hood from the 2010 JDM Mustang Drag Car. The hood was custom made by Saleen for JDM Engineering to use with the Saleen Super Shaker Supercharger Kit. The hood can also be used with the FRPP Shaker or CDC Shaker Kits. It is in pristine condition!! Asking $749 plus shipping but will take reasonable offers 🙂

[Source: JDM Engineering]