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STEVE SALEEN UNVEILS THE SMS 570 CHALLENGER AT ORANGE COUNTY NIGHTCLUB “TENTATION”
First product offering from SMS Supercars
Jan 21, 2009 – Orange County, California. Late last Friday night, automotive icon Steve Saleen and his new company SMS Supercars launched the production version of the SMS 570 Challenger to media and customers. The lifestyle unveiling at “Tentation” nightclub in Newport Beach proved to be the perfect venue for the automotive enthusiast audience. “We have an exciting new vehicle and wanted to shake up the old standard introduction at an auto show” explains Steve Saleen.
After its late night launch the SMS 570 Challengerbegan its lengthy tour to numerous US destinations and Dodge dealerships. First stop last weekend was the Barrett-Jackson auction in Scottsdale, AZ, where it was on display for attendees to admire. “Scottsdale was just a stopover en route to the NADA Convention in New Orleans”, notes Steve, “I will present the car to Dodge dealers at the convention January 24-27”. The car will then continue on to a number of locations in the South East where it will be shown to customers and dealers. A US press tour with both production models will follow at the end of the first quarter of 2009.
The 500 HP SMS 570 Challenger and the 700 HP SMS 570 X Challenger can be ordered through all Dodge dealers at this time. In addition to the patented SMS Supercharger atop the ultra high-performance engine, both production models feature completely revised aesthetics, aerodynamics and performance features including; SMS Series 4 suspension and high performance cross drilled brakes with six pistons up front and four pistons at the rear. The interior features the SMS Signature Series chevron seats with deep bolsters, rich leather and Alcantara suede for high-performance comfort. Aerodynamic features include a front fascia with high volume radiator intake, a “GTX” inspired front grille, a high downforce front splitter with intercooler ducting, side skirts with rear brake ducting, a vented rear fascia with an extended blackout taillight surround, a high downforce rear diffuser and rear spoiler, as well as Steve Saleen’s new signature SMS Red ButterflyTM Dual Side Induction Hood. SMS 570 Challenger pricing starts at $64,870.00.
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STEVE SALEEN PRESENTS THE SMS 570 CHALLENGER
Steve Saleen and his company SMS are well on the way to production with the first vehicle in the line of Signature Series ultra-high performance vehicles. The SMS 570 Challenger will be the first vehicle with a host of aesthetic and functional innovations including the patented SMS Red Butterfly Induction™ hood and a full compliment of SMS ultra-high performance components including: drivetrain, suspension, aerodynamics, tires, wheels and interior.
“When you combine Steve Saleen and Dodge Challenger you get the pairing of two powerhouse automotive icons.” – Edmunds/Inside Line
The fully certified and street legal SMS 570 Challenger and SMS 570X Challenger will be based off the 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T platform and will feature a SMS designed and engineered SMS 296 Supercharger atop the 5.7L Hemi, with power ratings from 500 to over 700 horsepower respectively.
“Who wants a Steve Saleen Supercharged Challenger? We Do!” – Dodgepedia.org
The MSRP’s for the 2009 SMS 570 Challenger and SMS 570X Challenger are targeted to start at $60,000 to $70,000 respectively with production commencing in 2008. Both models will carry a bumper-to-bumper factory warranty.
This is an exciting opportunity for the Mopar community to finally take part in the ultra-high performance niche production vehicle market! So act now to reserve yours.
“We’re big fans of Steve Saleen. He’s created some pretty incredible Mustangs over the last 25 years, and any guy that successfully builds his own supercar gets major props in our book.” – Autoblog
Each of these limited edition vehicles will be personally signed by Steve Saleen as part of the Signature Series product line, complete with unique badges and graphics. Production numbers will be limited per year depending on the model, so the opportunity to be one of the few owners is limited to a first come first served basis. So act now, by placing your preproduction orders though any Dodge dealer in the US. Or call us directly for more details.
SMS
We are a niche manufacturer of lifestyle ultra-high performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel. We design, engineer, test, certify, manufacture and assemble all our own products and vehicles.
“I am drawing upon 25 years of rich experience in the automotive industry to address the rapidly expanding global market of automotive lifestyle vehicles, technical performance parts, accessories and apparel” explains Steve Saleen, Chairman and CEO of SMS.
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SMS CHALLENGER NEARING PRODUCTION: DODGE DEALERS TAKING ORDERS
Just in from Molly Saleen of SMS…
Steve Saleen and his company SMS are well on the way to production with the first vehicle in the line of Signature Series ultra-high performance vehicles. The SMS 570 Challenger will be the first vehicle with a host of aesthetic and functional innovations including the patented SMS Red Butterfly Induction™ hood and a full compliment of SMS ultra-high performance components including: drivetrain, suspension, aerodynamics, tires, wheels and interior.
“When you combine Steve Saleen and Dodge Challenger you get the pairing of two powerhouse automotive icons.” – Edmunds/Inside Line
The fully certified and street legal SMS 570 Challenger and SMS 570X Challenger will be based off the 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T platform and will feature a SMS designed and engineered SMS 296 Supercharger atop the 5.7L Hemi, with power ratings from 500 to over 700 horsepower respectively.
“Who wants a Steve Saleen Supercharged Challenger? We Do!” – Dodgepedia.org
The MSRPs for the 2009 SMS 570 Challenger and SMS 570X Challenger are targeted to start at $60,000 to $70,000 respectively with production commencing in 2008. Both models will carry a bumper-to-bumper factory warranty.
This is an exciting opportunity for the Mopar community to finally take part in the ultra-high performance niche production vehicle market! So act now to reserve yours.
“We’re big fans of Steve Saleen. He’s created some pretty incredible Mustangs over the last 25 years, and any guy that successfully builds his own supercar gets major props in our book.” – Autoblog
Each of these limited edition vehicles will be personally signed by Steve Saleen as part of the Signature Series product line, complete with unique badges and graphics. Production numbers will be limited per year depending on the model, so the opportunity to be one of the few owners is limited to a first come first served basis. So act now, by placing your preproduction orders though any Dodge dealer in the US. Or call us directly for more details.
About SMS
We are a niche manufacturer of lifestyle ultra-high performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel. We design, engineer, test, certify, manufacture and assemble all our own products and vehicles.
“I am drawing upon 25 years of rich experience in the automotive industry to address the rapidly expanding global market of automotive lifestyle vehicles, technical performance parts, accessories and apparel” explains Steve Saleen, Chairman and CEO of SMS.
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DON’T CALL IT A SALEEN
By: DALE JEWETT and BOB GRITZINGER on May 26, 2008
Original Article: AUTOWEEK, VOL. 58 ISSUE 22
700-hp Dodge Challenger Is Steve Saleen’s Latest Project
Steve Saleen, whose name has been synonymous with go-fast Ford Mustangs for nearly two decades, is launching a new customizing business with the reborn Dodge Challenger.
His new company is SMS, of Anaheim, California, which plans to start limited production of the SMS 570 Challenger and the SMS 570X Challenger in the fourth quarter of this year. Both are based on the 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T.
The difference between the 570 and the 570X is engine output. For the 570 Challenger, SMS bolts its own-design supercharger onto the 5.7-liter V8 to produce about 500 hp. Output of the 570X Challenger is expected to hit 700 hp. In that case, SMS will keep the 5.7-liter V8’s block but will completely rework the rest of the powertrain, including the SMS supercharger.
Chassis, wheel and interior upgrades are also part of the makeover. Each will be signed by Saleen.
Pricing is expected to start in the mid-to-high-$50,000s range for the SMS 570 Challenger.
SMS sees its products as an alternative for a buyer who can’t wait for — or can’t get his hands on — a Dodge Challenger SRT8. Although SMS has sent ordering information to Dodge dealers, the automaker is not working with SMS, a Chrysler spokesperson said.
Chrysler is “always flattered when a customizer chooses one of our cars to work with,” the Chrysler official said. The company makes engineers available to talk with customizers who work on Chrysler products.
SMS officials say that the choice of the Challenger for Saleen’s first product after leaving his eponymous company, Saleen Inc., of Troy, Michigan, makes a point: He aims to work with more than one automaker. Steve Saleen says that SMS enables him “to do what could not be done at Saleen Inc. due to their heritage with the Ford dealer network and Ford vehicles.”
Another reason to move from Mustang-based products: to avoid confusion with the high-performance Saleen Mustangs being built by Saleen Inc., his former company. That company owns the brand name for automotive applications; the trademarked name cannot be used on any other vehicles (even by Saleen himself), said Marques McCammon, general manager of Saleen Inc.
Steve Saleen resigned from Saleen Inc. in mid-2007, about three and a half years after it was purchased by investment firm Hancock Park Associates. After adding Michigan-based American Specialty Cars, HPA merged the two specialty manufacturers. Saleen Inc. now produces Saleen Mustangs, Saleen F-150 pickups and other automotive products.
Steve Saleen’s first post-Saleen Inc. foray back into the car business was with the ill-fated Chamco Auto, a firm that planned to build Chinese cars and trucks in Mexico. That company is mired in a legal tangle as all involved try to determine who owns what and who may or may not have defrauded whom.
STEVE SALEEN’S SMS LIMITED ANNOUNCES SIGNATURE SERIES CHALLENGER SMS 570™ AND SMS 570X™
May 12, 2008 – Orange County, California. Steve Saleen and his new company SMS are pleased to introduce the first product in his line of Signature Series ultra-high performance vehicles, the SMS 570™ Challenger and SMS 570X™ Challenger.
As a professional racecar driver and innovative businessman, Mr. Saleen is well known as the founder of a number of Steve Saleen brands including Saleen Autosport, Saleen Productions, Saleen Speedlab, Saleen Performance, Saleen, Inc. and now SMS. In the years of building the many brands, Mr. Saleen oversaw and participated in every aspect of the business, in product development, sales and marketing. Mr. Saleen‘s latest endeavor will focus on the expansion into the high-end of the diverse American Muscle Car markets.
The fully certified and street legal SMS 570™ Challenger and SMS 570X™ Challenger will be based on the all-new and exciting 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T platform and will feature a SMS Supercharged 5.7L Hemi with respective power ratings from 500 to over 700 horsepower! Both models are fully equipped with a compliment of SMS ultra-high performance components including: drivetrain, suspension, aerodynamics, tires, wheels and interior.
“The horsepower and torque that we are developing from the SMS Supercharged Hemi is phenomenal” explains Billy Tally, SMS Chief Technical Officer, “combined with suspension and braking improvements our SMS Challenger will be an incredibly capable, refined and tractable automobile.”
Each of these limited edition vehicles will be personally signed by Steve Saleen as part of the SMS Signature Series product line complete with unique badges and graphics. Production numbers will be limited per year depending on the model, and the opportunity to be one of the few owners is limited to a first-come, first-served basis, so prospective customers need to act now as production is commencing in the fourth quarter of 2008.
“The Dodge Challenger is a great canvas to start with” notes Phil Frank, Chief Creative Officer, “the SMS Challenger will help define our design DNA as we introduce some exciting and functional aesthetic innovations to this already great platform.”
“I am drawing upon 25 years of rich experience in the automotive industry to address the rapidly expanding global market of automotive lifestyle vehicles, technical performance parts, accessories and apparel” explains Mr. Saleen “SMS is enabling us to do what could not be done at Saleen, Inc. due to the their heritage with the Ford dealer network and Ford vehicles. We are using this freedom, along with our new technology developed at SMS, to create world-class specialty vehicles.”
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