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Currently the longest running editor of Saleen Alley. The official publication of SOEC. Have owned five generations of Saleen Mustangs through 20 years of active SOEC participation.
Lifestyle

SALEEN SSC (89-0036) ATTACKS THE NÜRBURGRING

By: DALE LOMAS on May 28, 2015
Original Article: BRIDGETOGANTRY.COM

Spotted: Time Machine at the Nürburgring

As a guy who drives all the latest sportscars as his job, you might think I don’t care about the older cars in the carpark. But nothing could be further from the truth.

But when I saw this perfectly-preserved Time Machine in the carpark at the recent GranTurismo Events trackday, I just had to share it…

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Because in a car park full of amazing machines, this old ’80s Ford really stood out. It’s unconventional, it’s old and at only one known example in Europe, it’s also pretty damn rare!

It’s a Saleen SSC, a track-ready, Fox-body Mustang with a 330hp V8. At first glance, you might be forgiven for thinking there’s nothing simpler than this American iron. But there’s some cool stuff here… check out the ‘high-tech’ suspension:

Built by Monroe, the damping rates can be controlled from inside the button. Three settings, Firm, Normal and Soft. It might not be much compared to todays active dampers, but I found it interesting!

Fitted as standard with a basic rear rollcage, and trimmed in matching white/black/yellow leather, it’s like sitting in time machine. Albeit one powered by a Ford V8.

“The original leather seats are no good on track though,” admits owner and professional Mustang fan Goran. “That’s why I’ve fitted the period Recaros for this event.”

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I also suspect that rubber isn’t period either, but let’s not get pedantic over such a curious and interesting car! From the snake’s head key-ring, to the graphic equaliser, this is a car with history.

As Goran went out for another lap, I have to admit I was a little jealous. This is a Time Machine I’d love to take a lap in.

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Lifestyle

“FASLEEN” 1999 S351 BUILD

Well guys as some of you know I purchased ’99 S-351 #37 about a year ago. I bought the vehicle and was told all the car would need was a tune. After picking up the car from Dallas and bringing it back home to Houston I decided to do a compression test. Three cylinders had really low compression and every cylinder gave me a complete different reading. I decided to hold off on pulling the motor and doing a complete over haul on it at the time because I was in the process of doing the turbo swap on the Sloleen.

About a week ago I decided I would go ahead and remove the Trickflow Box R intake setup and order a Trickflow R intake to be able to clear the stock oem heat extractor hood. With the R intake I would be able ditch the huge cowl hood that came with the car when I purchased it and run an oem style hood. I went ahead and placed the order on the Trickflow R intake earlier this week and after getting it in the mail I decided I would go ahead and just pull the motor and have it gone through to see what was wrong with it.

I will be posting pictures and updates as I make them. Enjoy!

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Event Announcement

SAAC-40: POCONO RACEWAY – AUG. 20 – 22, 2015

August 20 – 23, 2015
Pocono Raceway – Long Pond, PA
SAAC-40 Registration

SAAC celebrates its 40th year with our National Convention at Pocono Raceway, a great facility with both a sports car track and a Tri-Oval. We again have partnered with SVRA (Sportscar Vintage Racing Association). The event will precede Indy Car racing weekend… and allow our attendees to stay and see their event. Once again, this will offer the great activities of a SAAC Convention, with the added bonus of a weekend of wheel-to-wheel Historic and Vintage SVRA races, capped by Indy Cars.

We previously announced the location of SAAC-40 to be at Pocono Raceway in Long Pond, PA., in conjunction with the SVRA Vintage Races. That still stands, but we had an offer we couldn’t refuse: The IndyCar Series folks will be having a major event on August 23rd – The Pocono INDYCAR 500… This makes our 40th a gala full weekend of speed.

We had the unique opportunity to hold our event on the days leading up to the INDYCAR race. So… We moved the previously announced date to one week later – August 20-22, 2015.

SVRA has joined us to complete the race weekend with their Pocono Mountains Vintage Festival.

This creates an amazing race weekend for SAAC members. The expansive facilities at Pocono will allow us to have a great open track schedule, plenty of paddock area… and the added enjoyment of Vintage Racing with SVRA and a world class Indy Car event. Preliminary scheduling work is showing that not only will we have the sports car circuit for our open track, but also the tri-oval that the Indy cars use. People who attend SAAC-40 will have a FULL track pass that will allow them to attend all three events…even on Sunday for the Indy 500 race.

Open Track will run on the Sports Car Circuit, with an opportunity for all open-trackers to take a run on the big tri-oval track as well.

Judging will be INDOORS at the Kalahari Resort, the convention’s host hotel. The regular exciting activities, such as Popular Vote Car Show and Swap Meet will be at Pocono Raceway.

So, adjust your calendars to August 20-22 and get ready for the 40th SAAC Convention.

http://www.indycar.com/Schedule/2015/IndyCar-Series/Pocono

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Enthusiast News

CHINA MARKET SIGNS FIRST SALEEN DEALER

From our friend Molly Saleen.

[Editor Note: We do not read Chinese]

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April 17, Race Lin (Saleen) China’s first auto signing ceremony was held in Shanghai, marking this a “super-race of the King” reputation in the world of ultra-running brand ushered in another important milestone in the Chinese market. The ceremony, Shanghai Weilong Co., Ltd. and the United States Plot Motors officially signed on as the tournament Lin brand in China’s first authorized dealer.

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Race Lin is Weimeng Thai automotive product company’s top sports car brand, with a focus on providing consumers with the ultimate luxury quality, dynamic performance and environmental performance of ultra-running series of products, including game Lin S7 (Saleen S7), Race Lin Mustang (Saleen Mustang), Race Lin Kemai Luo (Saleen Camero), Race Lin Challenger (Saleen Challenger) and other classic vehicles. Lin tournament last year to bring its variety of star models at Beijing Auto Show, declared officially entered the Chinese market, China has aroused great concern supercar enthusiasts and the fans of. Among them, the Race Lin S7 Super Edition (Saleen Super S7) more to the dazzling high performance, once again set a high-performance sports car version of the internal combustion engine power limit, attracting countless praise.

Upcoming tournament Lin China’s first dealership in Shanghai Minhang District, Wuzhong Lu 1087, is located in the downtown section, first floor exhibition area of over 500 square meters, second floor area of 1100 square meters is reached. Entire hall bright and spacious, elegant environment, can be parked more show car. Entrance ample parking, fully meet the customer’s car parking requirements.

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Shanghai Weilong Trade Co., Ltd. Chairman Huang Zhengfu speech

Shanghai Weilong Trade Co., Ltd. Chairman Lin for the game of cooperation and confidence “as the American muscle car was accepted by China supercar enthusiast, race Lin has a wide range of fans in China. Now the first game Lin Chinese dealership stationed in Shanghai, to Shanghai and China’s Lin race fans to bring the gospel future, we will work closely with the race Lin companies, so the representatives of the American muscle car Race Lin passion and energy for the more China sports enthusiasts I know.”

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Mr. Hu Nan, director of product marketing Weimeng Thailand delivered a speech in China

Hu Nan Weimeng plot Thailand and China Sales Director, said: “By 2014, China formally entered the Race Lin brand, and today is an important step tournament Lin brand in China market has taken, China’s supercar enthusiasts and consumers were now Zero taste the ultimate race car Lin charm. With China truly understand supercar consumers become more and more exciting game-lin development in the Chinese market. We are also very fortunate to have such a large scale Weilong car, Experienced dealers, help us to better explore the Chinese market. ”

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Weimeng product Thai Automobile Industry Group Global Sales Director Dennis Lin explained Cup star models

As one of the United States and the global automotive industry’s youngest companies, American Motors Company is a product development and production of high-performance engine famous supercar and practical electric car new energy automobile company, which owns long renowned The “king of the world sports car” Race Lin (Saleen) and the famous miniature electric car brand Jaeger Thai (GTA). Based on China will become the world’s largest super sports judge and the electric vehicle market, Weimeng Thai product development strategy in China is to continue to develop and improve the product line, and ultimately to the Chinese consumers with unprecedented, reliable and stable product selection.

Shanghai Weilong Co., Ltd. is currently the largest and most powerful car sales business in Shanghai, in particular, much peer and consumer concerns in the area of sales of imported cars, which sells luxury imports and domestic joint venture vehicle. Companies “brand + services” strategy, implementation of the “customer-centric” marketing concept, advocated “thinking side line round, striving for perfection” management model, the implementation of a modern enterprise system in the internal management, in recent years to obtain rapid development momentum remarkable.

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[Source: Molly Saleen & Shanghai Auto Sohu]

Press Release

SALEEN GTX TESLA DREW CROWDS AT FORMULA-E EVENT

ALL-ELECTRIC SALEEN WAS A FAN FAVORITE IN LONG BEACH

CORONA, CA–(Marketwired – Apr 6, 2015) – Saleen Automotive Inc. (OTCQB: SLNN) This past weekend, FIA’s Formula-E series made a stop in Long Beach, CA. Drawing racing and environmentally conscious fans alike, the popular new series proves that electric vehicles are more than a fad.

Coming off a successful launch of their new vehicle, Saleen Automotive was in attendance at the event in downtown Long Beach. Displaying their GTX to the hordes of electric vehicle enthusiasts, the car was a hit with the crowd. Along with displaying his version of the Tesla Model S, Steve Saleen gave a presentation on the future of electric vehicles to the Tesla Club of LA.

“The future of electric vehicles is very exciting,” asserted Steve Saleen at the presentation, “with mavericks in the industry like Tesla and BMW it is no wonder electric vehicle sales are skyrocketing.”

According to CNN Money, Tesla had record sales in the first quarter of 2015. “If there was any time to be getting into the electric vehicle market, that time would be now,” remarked Saleen.

The popularity of the Saleen GTX also proves that electric vehicle owners want to set their vehicles apart. “We get almost as many calls about our GTX performance parts as we do our 302 parts,” stated Molly Saleen, VP of Saleen’s Retail division. “Tesla owners love the fact that a name like Saleen is offering them performance and styling for their vehicles.”

Saleen offers two versions of the GTX, a 380 horsepower, rear-wheel drive version as well as the much-publicized 691 horsepower, all-wheel drive version. More information on this and all of Saleen’s vehicles and performance parts can be found online at saleen.com or by calling them at (800) 888-8945.

About Saleen Automotive, Inc.
Saleen is an American specialty manufacturer of high performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel. Founder Steve 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]

Event Announcement

19th ANNUAL SALEEN CAR SHOW AND OPEN HOUSE: SEPT. 26th, 2015

The 19th Annual Saleen Car Show and Open House will be held at Saleen Headquarters, 2735 Wardlow Rd., Corona, California on Saturday, September 26, 2015 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (PDT).

Event Details
SALEEN and SOEC present the World’s Largest Saleen Show!

Celebrating the community, culture and company of automotive enthusiasts

Join Steve Saleen, the Saleen family and the team at “Saleen Headquarters” as we welcome the Saleen Owners and Enthusiasts Club and all Saleen owners and enthusiasts at their annual open house and car show. This is the world’s largest gathering of Saleens in the world!

Friday evening: SOEC Members, Non-Members and Guests Dinner (casual meet with locals and out-of-towners; pay-your-own way). Meet at 5:30 p.m. at Saleen.

Saturday: Car Show and Open House
* More than 25 Saleen and SMS classes!
* Expanded classes for 2005-09 S-series 3-Valve, Supercharged and Extreme!
* Also classes for other Mustangs and Fords, plus Chevrolet, Camaro, Dodge and Challenger, and more!
* Special Display Only category for those who don’t want their Saleen judged — bring your daily driver or fixer-upper!
* Special SOEC awards for Saleen entries: Longest Distance Driven, Longest Distance Traveled, Best Non-Judged (nomination required)
* Saleen worldwide headquarters factory tours
* Entertainment for the kids!
* Poster signing and autograph session with Steve!
* Steve Saleen will autograph Saleen vehicles after the show — please be by your Saleen or SMS vehicle to have it signed.

Sunday: SOEC Breakfast Open to all – meet at the main lobby of the Ayres Suites in Corona at 9:30 for a cruise to breakfast.

Go to www.saleenshow.com for registration.

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Event Announcement

ALL FORD NATIONALS, CARLISLE, PENNSYLVANIA JUNE 5-7, 2015

***** June 5-7, 2015 *****

All Ford Nationals, Carlisle, Pennsylvania

Steve Saleen Signature Event

The Saleen Owners and Enthusiasts Club is pleased to announce that, for the 3rd year in a row, it will host the appearance of Steve Saleen at the 2015 All Ford Nationals, Carlisle, Pennsylvania on June 5-7, 2015. The Ford GT (made for Ford by Saleen) is the featured car. Carlisle Events will have all Saleen produced vehicles park together so that all owners can have time to spend with Steve Saleen. Last September 2014 Steve Saleen gave us a very early commitment to attend this event. This was reconfirmed in early April 2015.

http://carsatcarlisle.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-ford-nationals/

Saleen Registration
The Carlisle Showfield has Saleen Mustang classes 385, 386, 387, & 388. An all Saleen Powered Class # 389 for other Saleen powered vehicles has been added. (It is listed slightly out of order in the middle of the 390s on the Carlisle website.) Carlisle also has Black, Red, and Yellow Mustang registration. These separate Mustang groups will not be part of the Saleen display area.

All the Saleen classes will be parked near the Ford GT special feature car area to allow for Saleen owners to be near Steve Saleen’s activities with the Ford GT group. This is the first time that all Saleen built vehicles will be displayed together. (This will not be in our usual area in the Mustang section.)

Friday Afternoon, June 5, 2015
On Friday afternoon, June 5, 2015, the Saleen Owners and Enthusiasts Club will host an exclusive Saleen and Ford GT owners autograph session with Steve Saleen. This exclusive Friday Saleen and Ford GT session is being offered to allow time for Steve Saleen to personally greet owners, sign Saleen memorabilia, and Saleen built vehicles (including Ford GTs). For Saleen and Ford GT owners who are unable to attend on Friday, time to sign vehicles will be offered on Saturday. Please try to attend on Friday to avoid the long lines on Saturday and assure that there is enough time to get your autographs and photos with Steve Saleen.

Friday Evening, June 5, 2015
Steve Saleen will attend the Carlisle Events Friday evening dinner for Ford GT owners. To avoid conflicts with Carlisle activities, the Saleen Owners and Enthusiasts Club will not be arranging a Friday dinner as has been done in the past. Saleen Owners can stay and hang out at the club tent Friday evening, but only owners who purchase a Ford GT package will be able to attend the Ford GT dinner and exclusive Ford GT activities. Those who want to stay and hang out at the club tent can eat at the food vendor area under the Grand Stands. Most of the food vendors are open until 5:00. Most area restaurants will have long lines at 5:00.

Ford GT Celebration Packages
The Ford GT packages are $200 for the Friday Night Ford GT Party with no Ford GT registered or $250 for the Full Ford GT celebration package including a Ford GT registration and Saturday Night Parade for a Ford GT. These events are being arranged by Carlisle Events, so we don’t have additional information about the Ford GT package. Here is the link to Carlisle’s Ford GT page.

http://carsatcarlisle.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-ford-nationals/

Friday Night, June 5, 2015
The $200 Friday Night VIP GT Party gets you into the VIP party within Building T. Meet and chat with all the Ford GT celebrities in attendance, get them to sign your favorite GT model or your favorite GT book. Hear from the celebrities as the night goes on and see who they select as their special GT Celebrity Choice picks. After dinner and speeches the night will conclude with a special autograph signing opportunity with all the celebrities in attendance. Carlisle Events will be providing a limited edition poster for this celebration for you to have signed in addition to what you may have.

Saleen owners who register a car in their class and want to purchase the $200 Friday night VIP GT package will need to upgrade to the VIP package and get details by contacting Ken Appell at Carlisle Events: 717-243-7855.

Saturday, June 6, 2015
Attend the show and check the Carlisle Events program booklet to get the times of Steve Saleen’s seminars and activities. There will be Saturday autograph sessions and Saleen vehicle signings. Ford GTs will be at the front of the Saturday evening parade to downtown Carlisle.

Registration for Showfield $55 – 10% discount prior to May 4, 2015
Registration includes weekend admission for two people. To qualify for the 10% Gate-N-Go pre-registration discount and have your entry window sticker mailed to you, please pre-register prior to May 4th, 2015 at midnight EST. Discount will be applied at checkout. After registering, a receipt will be emailed to you. Please take this receipt to the event. If you belong to a club, enter the full club name. Please do not abbreviate the club name. All Saleens are encouraged to register with the “Saleen Owners and Enthusiasts Club”.

http://store.carlisleevents.com/

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