A Few “Teething” Problems But Nothing major LAGUNA SECA, Calif., Oct. 15, 2000 – After debuting its new Saleen S7R at today’s GlobalCenter Sports Car Championship Presented by Honda, the Saleen/Allen Speedlab team feel confident that they have successfully benchmarked their racecar against the top competition in the American Le Mans Series (ALMS). With the … Continue reading SPEEDLAB SUCCESSFULLY BENCHMARKS SALEEN S7R
By: DUTCH MANDEL on September 25, 2000 Original Article: AUTOWEEK, VOL. 50, ISSUE 40 With his six-figure S7 supercar,Steve Saleen aims to prove he’s not just another pretty tuner The question resonates like a church bell at high noon: Does the world need another supercar? If Steve Saleen is tugging the rope, the answer is … Continue reading CRADLE TO GRAVE
By: DAVID ORLOFF on September 18, 2000 Original Article: ORANGE COUNTY BUSINESS JOURNAL, VOL. 23, ISSUE 38 After Revving Up Mustangs, Saleen is Building Its Own Speedster It’s good to have deep pockets when you want to sell a $375,000 car. That’s why Steve Saleen said he is happy to have industrialist S.C. “Tony” Johnson … Continue reading BUILT FOR SPEED
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By: CHRIS KNAP on Aug 20, 2000 Original Article: ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER, THE (SANTA ANA, CA) Aug. 20–Specialty-vehicle builder Steve Saleen will expand his business next year with the production of a $375,000 supercar intended to challenge Ferrari, Lamborghini and Jaguar. Saleen was to unveil the prototype of the Saleen S7 at the Monterey Historic … Continue reading IRVINE, CALIF., AUTOMOBILE MANUFACTURER HOPES TO ENTER LUXURY CAR MARKET
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Small Volume Manufacturer Pioneers New Methods IRVINE, Calif. — The Saleen S7, unveiled at the 2000 Monterey Historic Races, is an American supercar. Like most things American, the S7 has its roots in other parts of the world, as the internationally known specialty vehicle manufacturer searched the world over for top components … Continue reading SALEEN’S S7: A WORLD CLASS SUPERCAR WITH WORLD CLASS SUPPLIERS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Performance, Luxury, & Style Co-exist In S7 Interior IRVINE, Calif. — The S7, built by Saleen, internationally known specialty vehicle manufacturer, features blinding performance, attention-grabbing exterior design, and space-age aerodynamics. That same flair is evident in the S7’s interior, mixing luxury with functionality in the driver-friendly cockpit. From its plush Connolly leather … Continue reading SALEEN S7 FEATURES EVERY COMFORT FOR THE HIGH-PERFORMANCE DRIVER
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Slinky Shape Refined In Wind Tunnel IRVINE, Calif. — There’s something about a supercar that’s different – sensuous lines, scoops and wings, an aerodynamic purposefulness that sets these cars apart. Supercar design traits must combine form and function in order to permit stable speeds in excess of 200 mph while also pleasing … Continue reading SALEEN S7 BLENDS BEAST AND BEAUTY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aerospace Materials And Advanced Engineering Used Extensively IRVINE, Calif. — The Saleen S7’s 7-liter engine is a technical tour de force, producing 550 horsepower at 6400 rpm. Based on a Ford form factor, the Saleen-massaged all-aluminum V-8 follows traditional American cam-in-block design to produce significant horsepower and torque with high reliability. The … Continue reading SALEEN S7’S DRIVETRAIN PUSHES TECHNOLOGY ENVELOPE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 2001 S7 Mixes Sophisticated Materials And Track Proven Technology IRVINE, Calif. — Saleen, Inc., internationally known specialty vehicle manufacturer and racecar builder, has created the first true American supercar with the launch of the 2001 S7. The S7 is designed to compete with the most exclusive high performance cars in the world, … Continue reading SALEEN S7 CHASSIS RACE-BRED FOR ULTIMATE ROAD PERFORMANCE
