DETROIT, MI (December 12, 2007) –Saleen Automotive, America’s premier niche automotive manufacturer salutes the American military with the production of twenty-four limited edition AF (American Flag) supercharged S281 vehicles. As part of the American themed promotion, Saleen will also implement a nationwide holiday incentive program for all active military personnel.
The supercharged AF S281 celebrates our American heritage with a patriotic color pallet (8 red, 8 white, 8 blue vehicles), unique graphics package, a 465 hp supercharged engine, tuned suspension and 20 inch wheels and tires starting at $49,995.
“We wanted to take time during the holiday season to honor the men and women that serve our country at home and abroad,” said Marques McCammon, General Manager of Saleen Automotive. “Our armed forces represent the best of the American spirit and we want to honor that spirit in our vehicles.”
The program was developed when Saleen began receiving emails from soldiers returning from Iraq stating that they had purchased a Saleen to reward themselves. In keeping with Saleen’s strong American heritage, the American Flag vehicles will be dedicated to the men and women who fight for our country everyday.
The twenty-four limited edition supercharged AF S281 vehicles will begin hitting select Saleen certified dealerships nationwide the week of December 25.
In addition to the vehicle, Saleen is offering all active military personnel a holiday incentive. The program kicked off on Dec. 1 and continues through to Jan. 31, 2008. It consists of a $500 military “bonus bucks” cash rebate to be applied to any new and unused 2006 or 2007 Saleen car or truck currently in a Saleen certified dealer’s inventory. It also includes a one day voucher to the Skip Barber Performance Driving School. This program is only available to active military personnel with a valid military ID and drivers license.
“We know that our gesture is no match for the sacrifice they make on our behalf, but we want to be sure that they know we appreciate and honor them,” said Paul Wilbur, President CEO of Saleen.
ABOUT SALEEN
Since the company’s inception in 1984, Saleen has produced over 12,000 complete and EPA certified vehicles, more than any other specialty automobile manufacturer. In addition, Saleen has equipped more than 600,000 vehicles worldwide, further emphasizing their capabilities and commitment to excellence.
A nine-time Manufacturers’ Champion in GT sports car racing, Saleen manufactured the American super car — the Saleen S7, as well as the S281 Mustang, S331 Sport Truck and the Saleen/Parnelli Jones Limited Edition Mustang. Saleen’s manufacturing facilities are located in Troy, Michigan. The Michigan facility has just completed all paint and assembly of the Ford GT as a special project for Ford Motor Company and currently is providing paint and subassembly for the Dodge Viper SRT-10.