Low mileage Saleen SSC heads to the Barrett Jackson auction in Uncasville, Connecticut – June 23 – 25, 2016.
Excerpt from Gas Monkey Garage…
12 Gas Monkey Garage Cars at Barrett-Jackson Northeast Auction
This weekend is going to be HUGE for Gas Monkey Garage. We are taking 12 cars and the Fast N’ Loud camera crew to the Barrett-Jackson Northeast Auction at Mohegan Sun. And these aren’t just any Gas Monkey rides we’re taking with us. This is the first Barrett-Jackson auction in the Northeast, so we’re taking some big hitters!
Lot #438.1
1989 FORD MUSTANG SALEEN SSC
Auction: Northeast 2016
Reserve: NO RESERVE
Status: Available
Price: Request Bidder Info
Lot: 438.1
Year: 1989
Make: FORD
Model: MUSTANG SALEEN SSC
*Includes Buyer Commission
Description
Lot #438.1 – This 1989 Saleen Mustang time capsule is #178 with only 661 actual miles (mileage not indicated on the title). It’s offered by Gas Monkey Garage. Ford didn’t do a 25th Anniversary Mustang, but Steve Saleen did, introducing his SSC on April 17, 1989. Based in California, Saleen was a veteran SCCA Trans-Am and Formula Atlantic racer. Saleen owned several Shelby Mustangs and decided to follow in Shelby’s footsteps and make stock Mustangs into personal high-performance cars. The result was a limited-edition run of specially modified 5.0-liter V8 Mustangs that are instantly recognizable by special paint, graphics and interior combinations that any high-performance automotive enthusiast will appreciate. Engine, suspension, exhaust and brake upgrades are enjoyed by only a handful of lucky owners that get to experience these cars first-hand. This particular example, serial #00178, has been meticulously cared for in a private collection and is only now offered for sale, having been stored in a climate-controlled environment for the past 27 years. 5-speed manual transmission.
Price: BID
VIN: 1FABP41E7KF265266
Condition: Used
Vehicle Title: Clear
Year: 1989
Make: Ford
Model: Mustang
Trim: Saleen SSC
Engine: 5.0
Number of Cylinders: 8
Fuel Type: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 6,400
Body Type: Hatchback
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Exterior Color: Oxford White
Interior Color: Gray
For Sale By: Private Seller
eBay #: 131762574727
89-0185 SSC
1989 Saleen SSC
Original 6,400 miles
89-0185 SSC
1 of 161 Made
#185 one of the last ones made
All Vin tags on panels Bumpers, Hood, Fenders, Doors, Quarter Panels
Excellent Condition, runs and drives flawlessly, like a brand new car,
All Original including the Champion spark plug wires and the General XP2000Z Tires with exception of Upgraded Tokico Shocks (Original Shocks Included in sale)
Comprehensive Documentation and Paperwork Since New
Price: BID
VIN: 1FABP41E9KF252020
Vehicle Title: Clear
Year: 1989
Make: Ford
Model: Mustang
Trim: Saleen SSC
Engine: 5.0
Number of Cylinders: 8
Fuel Type: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual
Mileage: 29,740
Body Type: Hatchback
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Options: Leather Seats
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks
Exterior Color: White
Interior Color: Gray
For Sale By: Private Seller
eBay #: 281737312769
89-0044 SSC
Chances are if you are looking at this add then you know what this car is but for the benefit of those that do not this car is one of 160 built. The first model Saleen modified the engine performance on. it is a two seater with a factory roll bar and Pioneer sound system. This car is a great unmolested original. it does have an offroad H-pipe because the original cats went bad. It is a true 29K mile car. The original cockpit adjustable suspension is still in place. un-cracked DP5 wheels. The car has spent sometime outside as the original owner’s wife drove the car to work daily. the side stripes are discolored from the sun, the rear carpet is faded, and the rear quarter window moldings need to be refurbished. It needs a battery, rear shock bushingsOverall the car is in good shape just needs some TLC
This Saleen Mustang SSC(the 25th Anniversary Mustang that Ford never made) is number 44 of 161 produced in 1989. It carried a $36,500 sticker price which was rather significant, considering the 5.0L LX sold for $15,000. The Saleen SSC had a top speed in the neighborhood of 156 MPH and were fitted with a 4-point roll bar with rear seat delete. They had electronic cockpit ajustible struts and shocks, 200 watt Pioneer sound system, leather interior and special DP5 wheels.
89-0044 SSC
The car does need a few things power door lock actuator on the drivers side, fuel sending unit, rear shock bushings. The original cockpit adjustable suspension is still in the car. I am the third owner of the car and have owned it since 1997, the majority of that time it has spent sitting in the garage, it has not been registered in probably the last 12 years. This car is in original condition needs a little tlc but is a great low mileage all original car.
Chances are if you are looking at this add then you know what this car is but for the benefit of those that do not this car is one of 160 built. The first model Saleen modified the engine performance on. it is a two seater with a factory roll bar and Pioneer sound system. This car is a great unmolested original. it does have an offroad H-pipe because the original cats went bad. It is a true 29K mile car. The original cockpit adjustable suspension is still in place. un-cracked DP5 wheels. The car has spent sometime outside as the original owner’s wife drove the car to work daily. the side stripes are discolored from the sun, the rear carpet is faded, and the rear quarter window moldings need to be refurbished. It needs a battery, rear shock bushings Overall the car is in good shape just needs some TLC
89-0044 SSC
This Saleen Mustang SSC(the 25th Anniversary Mustang that Ford never made) is number 44 of 161 produced in 1989. It carried a $36,500 sticker price which was rather significant, considering the 5.0L LX sold for $15,000. The Saleen SSC had a top speed in the neighborhood of 156 MPH and were fitted with a 4-point roll bar with rear seat delete. They had electronic cockpit ajustible struts and shocks, 200 watt Pioneer sound system, leather interior and special DP5 wheels.
The car does need a few things power door lock actuator on the drivers side, fuel sending unit, rear shock bushings. The original cockpit adjustable suspension is still in the car. I am the third owner of the car and have owned it since 1997, the majority of that time it has spent sitting in the garage , it has not been registered in probably the last 12 yearsThis car is in original condition needs a little tlc but is a great low mileage all original car.
Price: BID
VIN: 1FABP41E8KF240585
Condition: Used
Vehicle Title: Clear
Year: 1989
Make: Ford
Model: Mustang
Trim: Saleen SSC
Engine: 5.0L EFI HO V-8 Engine
Number of Cylinders: 8
Fuel Type: Gasoline
Transmission: 5-Speed Manual Overdrive Trans
Drive Type: 2-Wheel Drive
Mileage: 11,808
Sub Model: SSC
Body Type: 2-Door
Warranty: None
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Windows
Exterior Color: Oxford White
Interior Color: Gray/Tri-Color
For Sale By: Private Seller
eBay #: 191617953777
1989 SSC #1161989 SSC #116
Rare chance to own a true collectable automobile. One of only 161 built. One owner, all original and in perfect condition. Always garaged and never driven in the rain. One of several collector automobiles owned by mature driver. Never raced or abused in any way. Originally purchased and serviced in California. All records and original window sticker are included. The automobile is for sale elsewhere and may be sold. Serious inquires only. Automobile is located in Northern California and is available for pick up. Buyer is responsible for shipping if desired. I will assist buyer in the process as needed.
As a guy who drives all the latest sportscars as his job, you might think I don’t care about the older cars in the carpark. But nothing could be further from the truth.
But when I saw this perfectly-preserved Time Machine in the carpark at the recent GranTurismo Events trackday, I just had to share it…
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Because in a car park full of amazing machines, this old ’80s Ford really stood out. It’s unconventional, it’s old and at only one known example in Europe, it’s also pretty damn rare!
It’s a Saleen SSC, a track-ready, Fox-body Mustang with a 330hp V8. At first glance, you might be forgiven for thinking there’s nothing simpler than this American iron. But there’s some cool stuff here… check out the ‘high-tech’ suspension:
Built by Monroe, the damping rates can be controlled from inside the button. Three settings, Firm, Normal and Soft. It might not be much compared to todays active dampers, but I found it interesting!
Fitted as standard with a basic rear rollcage, and trimmed in matching white/black/yellow leather, it’s like sitting in time machine. Albeit one powered by a Ford V8.
“The original leather seats are no good on track though,” admits owner and professional Mustang fan Goran. “That’s why I’ve fitted the period Recaros for this event.”
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I also suspect that rubber isn’t period either, but let’s not get pedantic over such a curious and interesting car! From the snake’s head key-ring, to the graphic equaliser, this is a car with history.
As Goran went out for another lap, I have to admit I was a little jealous. This is a Time Machine I’d love to take a lap in.
BaT Essentials
Lot #191
Location: Portland, Oregon
VIN: 1FABP41E1KF237060
1,083 miles
Never registered
Fully documented
Excellent condition throughout
100% original
Private Party or Dealer: Dealer
1989 Ford Mustang Saleen SSC
1989 Saleen SSC Mustang Front
This 1989 Saleen SSC Mustang is chassis #031 of the 161 SSCs built and has just under 1,100 original miles with comprehensive paperwork from new. Sold with a large binder full of documentation including original sales order, correspondence between buyer, dealer and Saleen, photos of the build process and much more, it’s essentially a brand-new car and remains in excellent, untouched condition throughout. Still registered on its original Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin or MSO certificate, the car is one of our favorites of any Saleen ever built.
1989 Saleen SSC Mustang Rear
Many professionally taken photos show the car in great detail throughout. Built as an unofficial tribute car for the Mustang’s 25th anniversary, SSC stood for Saleen Super Car and modifications were more than skin deep, though a good-looking, Saleen-designed bodykit and Dynamic Performance wheels were standard fit. The seller has verified that all paint is all original using a paint gauge.
1989 Saleen SSC Mustang Interior
Inside, FloFit leather seats and matching door panels wear yellow and light gray trim that complements the exterior stripe scheme. A Momo Montecarlo replaces the bulky Ford OEM airbag steering wheel but retains its cruise control switches, a three-way, center console-installed switch operates electronically adjustable Monroe Formula GA shocks, and Steve Saleen’s signature is scrawled in Sharpie right above the glove box. Also notable is the rear-seat delete option and roll bar. Gauges were specific to the Saleen as well, and somehow were offered with a 200MPH speedo instead of the goofy DOT mandated 85 mph unit in the standard Mustangs that year. The Pioneer stereo and equalizer were fitted by Saleen to all SSCs.
1989 Saleen SSC Mustang Engine
Underhood, Saleen mods include a larger throttle body and revised intake plenum feeding large port Saleen heads. Other changes included an uprated cooling system, roller rockers, and stainless steel tubular headers, the result of which was 292, 50 state smog legal HP—an increase of 67 over stock. Torque was also increased from by 25 lb. ft. to 325.
1989 Saleen SSC Mustang Underneath
An Auburn limited slip differential with 3.55 gears was also added, and the above-mentioned Monroe shocks are joined by Racecraft coil springs. Note that the stock exhaust system is retained and complete including the cats, something very rare on even survivor mustangs these days. Four wheel grooved discs are clamped by SVO calipers, which was a big upgrade over the rear drums on the standard Mustangs, and additional chassis stiffening comes via a four-point brace visible above in the engine bay shot. Note the multiple factory-applied panel VIN stickers shown in the gallery, as well as several more lift shots.
1989 Saleen SSC Mustang Documents
Documentation is extensive and neatly organized, this photo showing only two of dozens of pages of work orders, sales receipts, factory brochures, build process photos and more. The car runs and drives nicely despite minimal use over the years. Oil changes have been performed throughout the years and the car has had one oil filter change – the original oil filter is included. Rear hatch struts have been replaced (originals included), and everything else on the car is original including the tires.
August 9, 1988 – Boston, Massachusetts – Saleen Autosport introduces the 1989 Saleen Mustang SSC prototype, the newest edition to an already rare breed. This special limited edition of the Saleen Mustang is backed by approximately 300 HP as well as additional high performance capabilities expected of the Saleen Mustang.
The Saleen Mustang SSC, to be produced in the spring of 1989, is the next phase in the Saleen Mustang’s evolution and brings with it a special quality with its refined handling, high horsepower output, very limited production run of 250 and namesake.
Below listed are some of the features that will be available on the Saleen Mustang SSC.
ENGINE
302 CID MULTI-POINT FUEL INJECTED
SVO DESIGNED ROLLER TAPPET CAMSHAFT
SALEEN EDITION INTAKE MANIFOLD
UNIQUE EEC IV PROCESSOR
CALIBRATED AIR FLOW SENSOR
FORD MOTORSPORT CAST ALUMINUM VALVE COVERS AND ACCESSORIES
WALKER DYNOMAX EXHAUST SYSTEM
PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENTS
3:55:1 REAR END RATIO
SPECIAL DESIGN LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL
16” X 8” ALUMINUM 5 SPOKE DP SPORT WHEELS
GENERAL XP2000Z TIRES P245/50 ZR16 – Rear
GENERAL XP2000Z TIRES P225/50 ZR16 – Front
Grooved BRAKE ROTORS
MONROE FORMULA GP 3-WAY COCKPIT ADJUSTABLE STRUTS AND SHOCKS
STYLING AND INTERIOR
CUSTOM LEATHER FLOFIT SEATS AND MATCHING DOOR PANELS
PIONEER STEREO SYSTEM WITH CD PLAYER, 120 WATTS, 4 CHANNELS, GRAPHIC EQUALIZER AND SIX SPEAKERS
