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2017 SALEEN CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONALS: AUG 3-6, 2017

14th Annual Saleen Club of America Nationals2017 Saleen Club of America Nationals
* Featuring the Saleen Mustang Extreme model from 2002-2009.
* The 2017 Saleen Club of America Nationals will be held at Vehicle Vault in Parker, Colorado August 3-6, 2017.
* Host hotel information here.
* Meet Saleen Automotive executives & sales staff

 

THE SCHEDULE
THURSDAY
* Morning detail clinic and breakfast at Adam’s Polishes adamspolishes.com
* Afternoon Budweiser Brewery Tour and Lunch in the Budwesier Biergarten

THURSDAY EVENING
* Evening group dinner at the Tap Room in the Omni Hotel

FRIDAY
* Morning visit and tour of the Shelby American Museum shelbyamericancollection.org
* Afternoon scenic drive to, and lunch in, Estes Park, CO

FRIDAY EVENING
* Evening Pizza Dinner at Colorado Keg House with Proto’s Pizza thecoloradokeghouse.com

SATURDAY
* Car Show at the Vehicle Vault vehiclevaultco.com

SATURDAY EVENING
* Dinner at Omni Hotel

SUNDAY
* See Ya Breakfast… Or…
* Morning Pikes Peak Hill Climb ppihc.com
* Afternoon Garden of the Gods tour and lunch

Vehicle Vault
18301 Lincoln Meadows Pkwy
Parker, Colorado 80134
Map

Hosted By
Saleen Club of America
PO Box 274
Odenville AL 35120

Event Website
www.saleenclubofamerica.com

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[Source: Saleen Club of America]

Press Release

SALEEN ANNOUNCES SEVEN NEW LIMITED EDITION S7’s

TEXT: DANIEL WEBSTER

Saleen S7 LM
Saleen S7 LM

Saleen Automotive Inc. (OTCQB: SLNN) Corona, CA – (September 17, 2016)
This year marks the 20th Anniversary of the beginning of a 7-year consecutive run of racing championships for Saleen. Sequentially from 1996 through 2002 Saleen clinched more than a dozen racing championships across the globe, with every test, race, and win contributing to the DNA makeup of the Saleen S7.

To commemorate these historic motorsport victories, Saleen has announced a new limited edition model, the Saleen S7 LM. Only 7 examples of this limited edition S7 will be produced and all will incorporate a unique livery, wheel, interior, and functional performance enhancements.

“True to our form, we are bringing back America’s only true supercar,” said Steve Saleen, President and CEO of Saleen Automotive, “We are celebrating our winning heritage and advancing the performance DNA that Saleen was built around.”

The Saleen S7 was initially unveiled in Monterey, CA. Labeled as America’s Supercar, it is the most successful supercar model ever. The S7R race version has won at every major racetrack in the world, including Daytona, Sebring, Nurburgring, and the prestigious 24 Hours of LeMans. The street version has starred in several Hollywood blockbusters, including being driven by “God” in Bruce Almighty.

The new S7 LM supercar will be powered by a 7.0L twin-turbo engine rated at 1,000 horsepower and each one will be hand built at Saleen’s Corona, CA headquarters.

For more information on how to purchase a Saleen, contact sales@saleen.com. For investor questions, please email ir@saleen.com.

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[Source: Saleen Automotive]

Enthusiast News

SALEEN DEBUTS NEW S7 LM, FINAL PRODUCTION SERIES

PHOTOS: JIM DVORAK

Saleen Automotive Inc. Corona, CA – (September 17, 2016) Steve Saleen announced today, during the 20th Annual Saleen Show and Open House, that Saleen Automotive acquired the S7 properties and are building seven cars in a limited edition continuation series, this new S7 LM, will celebrate the final LeMans win from 2010. Features to include exposed carbon fiber, advanced electronics, suspension and 1000hp. Estimated price for this American supercar is $1,000,000.

Update: Sept. 19, 2016

This was an exciting announcement, preceded by Steve sharing the challenges the company has had in recent years in rebuilding the company, including recent struggles in delivering vehicles to customers.

Coincidentally, earlier in the day, Steve presented the keys to four new Saleen Mustang owners who have been patiently waiting for this day.

Continuing about the S7 LM, Steve explained to the audience that earlier in the year he quietly acquired the remaining S7 parts inventory, molds, intellectual property and other related assets, and he was very excited to formally announce it to the hundreds of Saleen fans attending the show. Steve stated that the company has the resources and backing, as well as interest from potential customers to build and deliver these seven supercars.

In the Speedlab area of the facility, we were able to see they have started production of the vehicles, with the first chassis being completed, the carbon fiber body work has been started, and the engine and other components have begun to take form. See pictures above.

This is an exciting announcement, and a long-awaited one for Steve, as he has been working hard to make this happen. I’ve been waiting for this also, as I have suspected that he had acquired the S7 properties, and I’m excited that it’s true!

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[Source: Saleen Automotive, John D. Brown, Jim Dvorak]

Event Coverage

SCOA NATIONALS 2016 COVERAGE

Steve Saleen signing away - 2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit
Steve Saleen signing away – 2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit Racing

From those early “four eye” Saleen Mustangs to the latest S550 Yellow Label and everything found between was on display during the 13th Annual SCOA Nationals. This rotating pilgrimage of Power In The Hands of a Few stopped in Akron, Ohio for the 2016 offering. Summit Racing Equipment’s Tallmadge location was ground zero for Saturdays Saleen vehicle and Ford Mustang show.

The daylong car show featured an impressive display of 1985-86 Saleen Mustangs. A spotlight era for this year’s event. This rare collection consisting of two “big wing” 1985 Mustangs, four factory t-top 1985 models and two convertibles from 1986. Collector Stu Akers brought 85-0021, the first supercharged development car, while Mike Charles chaperoned 85-0016 (among others), a well preserved early 1985 edition.

Also on display were the three amigos of 1993 SA-10 production. Serials 93-0001SA, 93-0009SA and 93-0011SA. Triplets with wild variation of content and histories for spectators to immerse themselves when conversing with their enthusiastic owners.

Attendees were treated to view 90-0038, one of the former Saugus Speedway pace cars, a collection of five SN-95 S351 Mustangs (including the 1st production SR) and two S281 Cobra editions. Other notables were 02-0019E, a custom paint Rainbow Extreme, 08-0026ST Sterling Anniversary Extreme, the first 2013 351 Black Label, and 15-0044 S302 Yellow Label representing the latest offering of Saleen Mustang.

For those interested in non-Mustang, Performance Utility Vehicles, the SCOA Nationals had each model of SporTruck, XP and S331 for spectators to review these rarely seen PUVs from Saleen Automotive.

Honored guests Steve and Liz Saleen spent the day engaging with new (and familiar) enthusiastic fans, sharing a memorable moment and providing autographs to every wide-eye man, woman and child.

There were an estimated 85 Saleen manufactured vehicles in attendance for Saturdays show. Special thanks to both Mothers Polish and Jim Dvorak for providing items for event goody bags and charity auction. SCOA social media guru Joe Mills took home the 2016 Gary Alsobrooks Award, Vaughn Roser of New York won 97-0013B and next year’s event will be in Broomfield, Colorado at the Vehicle Vault Museum.

Congratulations to SCOA President Lee Reese and staff. ‘Til next year!


Video: SOEC Staff

2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit Racing
2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit Racing
2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit Racing
2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit Racing
2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit Racing
2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit Racing
2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit Racing
2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit Racing
2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit Racing
2016 SCOA Nationals @ Summit Racing

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Event Coverage

MUSTANGS ON THE NIAGARA, 2016 MCA COVERAGE

The Western New York Shelby and Mustang Club held a Mustang Club of America (MCA) National Show in Buffalo, New York for July 22 – July 24. Marketed as Mustangs on the Niagara, this event gathered an impressive display of Mustangs from the Northeast and Canada.

06-0355 S281 SC @ Mustangs on the Niagara
06-0355 S281 SC @ Mustangs on the Niagara
02-0027 S281 SC @ Mustangs on the Niagara
02-0027 S281 SC @ Mustangs on the Niagara
00-0055 S281 SC @ Mustangs on the Niagara
00-0055 S281 SC @ Mustangs on the Niagara
95-0122 S351 @ Mustangs on the Niagara
95-0122 S351 @ Mustangs on the Niagara
02-0014 S281 Extreme @ Mustangs on the Niagara
02-0014 S281 Extreme @ Mustangs on the Niagara
98-0013 S281 @ Mustangs on the Niagara
98-0013 S281 @ Mustangs on the Niagara

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[Source: S. Bruno]

Automotive News

SHORTED SHARES DECREASED BY 73.23%

SALEEN AUTOMOTIVE INCORPORATED (OTCMKTS:SLNN) Sellers Covered 73.23% of Their Shorts

By: Vivian Park

The stock of SALEEN AUTOMOTIVE INCORPORATED (OTCMKTS:SLNN) registered a decrease of 73.23% in short interest. SLNN’s total short interest was 20,000 shares in July as published by FINRA. Its down 73.23% from 74,700 shares, reported previously. The stock closed at $0.0002 during the last session. It is up 6.00% since June 27, 2016 and is uptrending. It has underperformed by 2.16% the S&P500.

Saleen Automotive, Inc., is a vehicle design, engineering and manufacturing company. The company has a market cap of $276,287. The Firm designs, develops, makes and sells high performance vehicles built from the base chassis. It currently has negative earnings. The Company’s products include a productline of muscle cars, performance cars, automotive aftermarket specialty parts and lifestyle accessories.

[Source: Consumer Eagle]

Enthusiast News

PROTOTYPE / PREPRODUCTION 570 SHOW CAR HITS eBay

Price: BID
VIN: 2B3LJ74W38H300111
Condition: Used
Vehicle Title: Clear
Year: 2008
Make: Dodge
Model: Challenger
Engine: 6.1L 6059CC 370Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV
Number of Cylinders: 8
Fuel Type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 29,225
Body Type: Coupe
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Exterior Color: Plum Insane
Interior Color: Charcoal
For Sale By: Private Party
eBay #: 112050440160

2008 Pre-production SMS 570
2008 Pre-production SMS 570

2008 Dodge Challenger SRT-8 6.1L Supercharged Saleen 570 prototype #1

This is a car with an extremely unique history. This car was purchased at Orlando Dodge in July of 2008 to be the first SMS (Steve Mark Saleen) 570 Challenger. It was shipped to SMS in August of 2008 with 8 miles. This is the 1st vehicle ever produced that was not a mustang with the Saleen lineage. As you may know Steve Saleen has a long history as an American racing icon and low volume supercar manufacture. The car build process was finished January of 2009 where it was unveiled at a launch party at a Orange county nightclub. https://soec.org/steve-saleen-unveils-the-sms-570-challenger/

After the launch the car was shipped to the Barrett Jackson auction in AZ for display. The vehicle was then sent to the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance where it was on display on the 18th green. http://partywave.deviantart.com/art/SALEEN-Dodge-Challenger-SMS-135605616

2008 Pre-production SMS 570
2008 Pre-production SMS 570

It was also featured at the New York Auto Show. http://www.supercars.net/blog/2009-new-york-international-auto-show-2/

This vehicle was upgraded with a plethora of options including Saleen S4 specific-rate springs, S4 shocks & struts, swaybars and bushings creating a complete suspension system; with ground control managed by the Saleen styled 20″ wheels and Z rated tires. Aerodynamics and Aesthetics on the Black Label include a rear valance redesign which incorporates a S570 specific package consisting of a front & rear fascia, groundforce sideskirts, high downforce wing and front and rear splitter/ diffuser package. For complete information see Saleen’s site here where you can also see this very car. http://saleen.com/570-black-label.html

2008 Pre-production SMS 570
2008 Pre-production SMS 570

20 inch wheels, 15 inch brakes with cross drilled rotors, SMS leather, floor mats, sunroof, Saleen window banner, 570 chevron, hand painted interior pinstripe a ton of pre production parts on this car. it is still on all marketing material for the current Saleen brand.

Matt Black chevrons, window banner and wheels were added Jan. of 2016.

This is the only SMS 570 ever produced in a 6.1L, all 570 and 570X models start with the 5.7L powertrain.

There is a unique opportunity to own a true piece of American muscle car history. This car has under 30k miles currently and is in very good condition. It has always been garaged and covered. Vehicle has been driven and does have a few small spots and scratches.

I will say that I am more than reasonable on the selling price for this car. Original widow sticker price on this car was 91k dollars. You can take this car anywhere and it will be always the center of attention.

Car is located in the central Florida area and is available to be seen locally. Good luck bidding and feel free to email any questions.

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