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Press Release

SALEEN CLUB “CLEAN MACHINE” SWEEPSTAKES

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SALEEN CLUB ANNOUNCE “CLEAN MACHINE” SWEEPSTAKES
Teams with Car Care Provider to Expand Social Media Presence

HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA – April 3, 2020 – Saleen Owners and Enthusiasts Club (SOEC) announce the “Clean Machine” photography sweepstakes – these contests aim to reward Saleen vehicle owners who participate in monthly “call for entries.”  Requirement of entry – share a spectacular photograph of a personally owned Saleen automobile. Contest venue – Facebook group SaleenClub.  Winners will receive select car care product from Mothers® Polish.

SALEEN CLUB “CLEAN MACHINE” SWEEPSTAKES

“Saleen owners are proud of their rides,” said Jim Dvorak, Managing Director of SOEC.  These monthly contests impart SOEC’s initiative to showcase both the Saleen vehicle hobby and its enduring grassroots appeal.  Mr. Dvorak expound, “We’ve had tremendous support in recent years and we consider this an incredible opportunity to award a superb car care product to our dynamic audience for their participation.”

The comprehensive range of Saleen vehicles are tantamount to outstanding performance at unparalleled value.  Achievable exotics with no compromise.  Similarly, Mothers® Polish are innovators in the car care marketplace; a company with an inclusive assortment of sophisticated product and a business philosophy to support the lifestyle of automotive hobbyists as well as the communities behind these vehicles.

Headlining an active enthusiast community; SOEC recognized this unwavering devotion towards the Saleen marque in 1991.  Their distinguished brand involvement carried the organization through three decades of supplementary owner services; while exercising continuous and direct collaboration with Saleen Automotive.

“Saleen is an iconic American lifestyle brand mutually recognized on the streets and in motorsports; custodians cherish, race and accumulate these vehicles by an elevated rate,” acknowledged David Bruno, former SOEC Club Historian.  “In highlighting all Saleen product from the past thirty-five years, we aspire to promote awareness for the array of passion within our community.”

Llorente Lacap, Social Media Coordinator of SOEC, spoke of his appraisal of The Club and recently developed media strategy:

“I think our current landscape offers a great opportunity for SOEC.  The organization encompasses all years of Saleen vehicles and holds a priceless knowledgebase of technical and historical information cataloged within The Saleen Forums (SOEC community board).  Housing over 18,000 threads with 141,000 posts; we really are THE only active Saleen enthusiast website.  Moving forward, SOEC will leverage this asset across social platforms with an aim towards promoting Saleen Automotive, supporting the fans and reinventing our long-standing affiliation with the company.”

These monthly photography sweepstakes will begin during April and continue through September 2020.  Awards, supplied by the current Mothers® Polish catalog, will comprise of assorted exterior and interior car care products.

For questions regarding the sweepstakes and the awards, contact Saleen Owners and Enthusiasts Club directly at info@soec.org. Owners from all over North America are invited to participate.

For more information on SOEC and Mothers® Polish, visit:

About Saleen Owners and Enthusiasts Club
SOEC is a North American based organization headquartered in Southern California.  Primarily focused on the support and enjoyment of high-performance automotive products from Steve Saleen.  Founded in 1991, SOEC is an officially recognized, independent organization, linking owners and fans through national events and virtual communities.  In addition to celebrating the present; SOEC chronicles, archives and provides enthusiasts a historical point of reference for prior company product.

Learn more at www.soec.org.

About Mothers®
Mothers® is known worldwide for its premium-grade polishes, waxes and cleaners, and offers a broad array of finish care products under its Back-to-Black®, California Gold®, FX, LeatherTech™, Marine, PowerBall®, Professional and Reflections® lines. Go to www.mothers.com for information on all of these products, along with a host of how to videos and car care tips in the online Mothers® Detail Guide at www.detailguide.com and the Wax Forum at http://www.waxforum.com. Follow us on FaceBook at http://www.facebook.com/mothersusa.

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[Source: Saleen Owners and Enthusiasts Club]

Enthusiast News

1987 SPEEDLAB / BONDURANT MUSTANG RACER VISITS BONHAMS AUCTION

Lot 184 // The Amelia Island Auction // March 5, 2020

1987 Ford Mustang “Racer”

1987 SPEEDLAB / BONDURANT MUSTANG
1987 SPEEDLAB / BONDURANT MUSTANG

Motorcars from the Collection of Gerhard Schnuerer
1987 Ford Mustang “Racer”
VIN: 1EABP42E3HF136822

  • 302ci V8 Engine
  • Carbureted
  • est. 400bhp at 5,500rpm
  • 5-Speed Manual Transmission
  • Front Independent Suspension – Live Rear Axle
  • 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
  • Purpose built engine
  • A track focused Fox Body Mustang
  • Thought to have been owned by Saleen

THE MOTORCAR OFFERED

Upon its introduction in 1979, the Fox-Body Mustang breathed fresh life into Ford’s enduring pony car. After years meandering with the Pinto based Mustang II, the Fox was unleashed from the get-go with a range topping V8 motor, unlike its predecessor. While early iterations continued the trend of speed alluding sticker packages, the Mustang now had the performance to back it up. Advancing into the high-tech 1980s, the range of fastback, notchback, and convertible body styles were supplemented by the introduction of the turbocharged 2.3 liter Lima engine. Reaching its ultimate potency in the much sought after SVO Mustang of 1984, this model superseded even the 5.0 powered GT within the Mustang Range.

With production due to carry on into the final decade of the 20th century, Ford remained diligent in keeping the aging platform up to date and competitive with its Detroit based competition. In 1987, the Fox received a facelift which served to both align the vehicle with the rest of Ford’s corporate identity and clean up the aerodynamic surfaces. The powertrain would continue to receive updates in this time and by the final model year the GT trim delivered a respectable 205hp. Available in just about any flavor an enthusiast could want, it should come as no surprise that the popularity of the Fox platform Mustang continues to grow over time.

This particular Fox has been converted into a potent racer. The car is said to have been built by Roush Racing and acquired from Saleen. Little is known about the specifics of the vehicle, but it looks to have been built with top spec components throughout. With a safety check and some light recommissioning, this beast will be sure to bring endless fun at your local track.

Footnotes

Please note, this vehicle is offered on a bill of sale.

https://www.bonhams.com/

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[Source: Bonhams]

Press Release

SALEEN GT4 CONCEPT COMPETES IN SRO WINTER INVITATIONAL RACES

High-performance automaker entered its new turbocharged mid-engine car in two professional races, January 18-19 at Thermal Club

Saleen 1 GT4 concept outperformed all vehicles in the GT4 class, while collecting data for homologation process with SRO Motorsports

THERMAL, Calif. (January 21, 2020) – The world’s newest race car designed to compete in GT4 racing made its official track debut this weekend during the second round of the Winter Invitational Series, Jan. 18-19, at the Thermal Club in the California desert.

High-performance vehicle manufacturer Saleen Automotive officially debuted its new Saleen 1 GT4 concept at two professional races, with a factory entry driven by Dominic Cicero, an experienced professional racing driver and head driving instructor at the Thermal Club.

Saleen entered the unique new racing series as an opportunity to further develop its GT4 concept while the vehicle is undergoing homologation approval process with the Stéphane Ratel Organisation (SRO), in advance of the full 2020 GT4 season.

“Our intention with entering these races was to continue development of the Saleen 1 GT4 concept and collect data to assist the homologation process with SRO,” explained Gabriele Cadringher, director of motorsport at Saleen Automotive. “We knew the car would be very competitive within the GT4 class, but the results even exceeded our expectations.”

Competing in both races while still undergoing homologation, the Saleen 1 GT4 concept outperformed every official entry in the GT4 category, while racing alongside larger displacement machines in the GT2 and GT3 classes. Saleen’s number 8 car placed sixth overall in both races over the weekend, proving the new car’s strong performance and durability.

“We’re thrilled with our results this weekend,” said Steve Saleen, CEO and founder of Saleen Automotive. “There’s no greater test for performance and reliability than a live race and seeing our car outperform the entire GT4 field at both races this weekend was gratifying after months of testing and development work. We look forward to finalizing the homologation process with SRO and seeing the Saleen 1 on the grid at racetracks worldwide.”

Saleen’s GT4 Concept was unveiled in October 2019 at the Bellagio Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas as a dedicated racing version of the Saleen 1 production model, with updates designed to comply with GT4 series specifications. The Saleen GT4 concept features updates to the car’s front splitter and fenders, plus new advanced rear diffuser to improve aerodynamics. Per GT4 specifications, a large rear wing is included to add maximum downforce and traction. Saleen’s GT4 concept car also offers front and rear anti-lock braking systems and other GT4-specific equipment.

The Winter Invitational Series by the Stéphane Ratel Organisation (SRO) offers an excellent introduction to SRO’s various series including GT World Challenge, GT Sports Club, Pirelli GT4 America, and TC America. The series includes three events, from December 2019 through February 2020 at the Thermal Club in California. For more information on the series, visit Race.World-Challenge.com.

For more information on the Saleen Cup, visit www.SaleenCup.com. For more information on the Saleen 1 model, visit www.Saleen.com, or follow Saleen on social by using on Facebook at Facebook.com/Saleen, or by using @Saleen on Twitter and @Saleen on Instagram.

About Saleen Automotive, Inc.

Saleen is dedicated to transforming the transportation experience. For over 36 years, the California-based automotive manufacturer has redefined driving through high-performing vehicles that combine championship-winning racing pedigree with innovative technology and distinctive styling.

From the first Saleen Mustang in 1984 to the legendary S7 in 2000 and the groundbreaking new Saleen 1, company founder Steve Saleen has continually set the bar for vehicle design and performance engineering on streets and racetracks worldwide. In addition to its distinctive Saleen Signature and Saleen Original vehicle lines, Saleen offers a wide variety of technical parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel for those with a passion for performance. Learn more at www.saleen.com.

Contacts
Media Contact:
Saleen PR – Collin Whitley
cwhitley@Saleen.com

[Source: Saleen Automotive]

Lifestyle

LEMAY SPOTLIGHT: 2019 SALEEN 1 CUP RACER

From our friends at Saleen Automotive

The Saleen 1 Cup Racer is 1 of 20 exclusive race cars built for the inaugural Saleen Cup series. The Cup Racer has revised aerodynamics including a new front splitter and competition rear wing. Power is still delivered by a 2.2L turbocharged 4 cylinder, but re-calibrated to racing specifications. The interior features all safety equipment and rollover protection, as well as a Formula 1 style steering wheel with paddle shifters.

All 20 cars are identical with the exception of the distinct liveries featuring iconic, Saleen historical and contemporary designs.

[Source: Saleen Automotive]

Lifestyle

LEMAY SPOTLIGHT: 2005-06 FORD GT, SALEEN SPECIAL VEHICLES

From our friends at Saleen Automotive

Saleen is awarded two contracts to build the new Ford GT (40) for Ford. Saleen was commissioned to engineer, manufacture and assemble the vehicles, including all of the paint production and shipping.

Saleen’s Chief Program Engineer was responsible for the design, testing and certification of the supercar, including chassis, powertrain, body, interior and electrical systems.

Steve commissions an all new facility in Troy, Michigan to accommodate the manufacturing and engineering. Over the model run just over 4,000 units were built. The vehicle on display’s VIN# is “1966”, coinciding with Ford’s win at Le Mans.

[Source: Saleen Automotive]

Lifestyle

LEMAY SPOTLIGHT: SALEEN S7 03-016, ‘BRUCE ALMIGHTY’

From our friends at Saleen Automotive

During the Monterey Historics at Laguna Seca Raceway on August 19, 2000, the Saleen S7 debuts. The aerodynamic,mid-engined S7 ushers in a new era for Saleen, showcasing the company’s ability to design and engineer a complete ground-up automobile, and is the first true, production built American Supercar.

In 2001, the S7R (a racing-specific version of the S7) begins its inaugural year, campaigning on racetracks across Europe and North America, winning 4 different international championships, more than any other manufacturer. The S7 on display is the first S7 manufactured, as well as being featured in the blockbuster movie “Bruce Almighty,” as God’s car, starring Jim Carey.

[Source: Saleen Automotive]

Lifestyle

LEMAY SPOTLIGHT: SALEEN/ALLEN SCCA T1 MUSTANG, COMPETITION MODEL

From our friends at Saleen Automotive

The Saleen/Allen “RRR” Speedlab racing team with comedian/actor Tim Allen forms and competes in the SCCA World Challenge against the likes of Porsche, BMW, Corvette.The team takes a big win at the final race of the 1995 season in Sonoma and goes on to take the Manufacturer’s Championship trophy the following year.

In 1997, the team travels to France and competes in the 24 Hours of LeMans.This marks the only time a Mustang competed at LeMans since 1967. The team also wins the SCCA Manufacturer’s Championship title for the third time in 1998 and continues to win the championship in 1999 in GrandAm racing.

[Source: Saleen Automotive]

Lifestyle

LEMAY SPOTLIGHT: SALEEN SPORTRUCK, COMPETITION MODEL

From our friends at Saleen Automotive

Continuing his successful professional career in racing, Steve expands to truck racing competing on a wide variety of circuits, from small ovals (Denver) and large ovals (Pocono), to various street and road racing courses throughout the United States in a Ford Ranger.

Steve dominates the multi-year series with the most overall victories, 49! Steve Saleen wins the overall Race Truck Championship in 1992 and provides Ford with the Manufacturer’s Championship. This specific truck at Des Moines, Road Atlanta, Las Vegas, with winning at the Colorado National Speedway in 1990.

[Source: Saleen Automotive]

Lifestyle

LEMAY SPOTLIGHT: MARCH 88C/COSWORTH

From our friends at Saleen Automotive

In 1989, Steve enters the PPG Indy Car World series running an 88 March. Despite chassis and engine challenges, he manages to finish 13th at the Long Beach Grand Prix and 12th at the Toronto Grand Prix.

While qualifying for the Indy 500, Steve unfortunately hits the wall, ending his hopes of entering the race. Undeterred by significant mechanical challenges with his 88 Ford Cosworth March, Steve manages to be the fastest rookie at Indianapolis that year.

[Source: Saleen Automotive]