Steve Saleen offering his personal Ford GT prototype at Russo and Steele -- Aug. 14
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Steve Saleen to offer his personal, unique Ford GT prototype at Russo and Steele auction in Monterey on August 14, 2010 by SOEC/SMS Superclub Staff http://saleenforums.soec.org/SaleenF...8091_img_0.jpg Orange County, California (August 9, 2010) -- The Ford GT in itself is a rare car with just a little over 4,000 units built between 2005 and the end of production in 2007, all of which were built in a purpose-built facility by Saleen Special Vehicles in Troy, Michigan. Now Steve Saleen, legendary racer, entrepreneur and in 2005 the man behind Saleen Special Vehicles, is bringing his even rarer, personal 2005 pre-production Ford GT to auction. Russo and Steele are offering this car at their Monterey auction on August 14, 2010. Number 5 of only 9 prototypes ever built Not only is this car, VIN# 1FAFP90825Y400040, number 5 of only 9 prototypes built, it is also the only one using a hand-built twin-screw supercharger which would later become part of the regular production model. Never titled, this car now has only 3,830 miles on the odometer and remains in as-new condition. Rich movie history – Rocky IV, Fast and Furious 4, XXX: State of the Union http://saleenforums.soec.org/SaleenF...8091_img_1.jpg Originally yellow with black stripes, it was first used by the Ford Motor Company for engineering as well as PR and was showcased in numerous books including “The Supercar - An Evolution of Speed, and Velocity” by well-known author and photographer John Lamm. Steve Saleen then had it repainted to its current white with blue stripes and unique Saleen decals for various movie productions that had requested his personal vehicle. It appeared in the movies Rocky VI, Fast and Furious 4, and XXX: State of the Union as well as numerous TV appearances and exhibits. This vehicle comes personally autographed by Steve Saleen and is sure to increase in value over the years. This unique Ford GT will be auctioned off on Saturday, August 14, 2010 (Run #S666) at 9.30pm in the presence of Steve Saleen himself. More images can be found at: http://www.russoandsteele.com/collec...roduction/5909 Technical Data 2005 Ford GT Prototype Vehicle Type: 2-door coupe, pre-production car No 5 of 9 ever built VIN# 1FAFP90825Y400040 Never titled, sold on MFO 3,830 miles since new Drivetrain Configuration: Mid Engine/RWD Engine: Supercharged V8 Displacement: 5409 cc Horsepower: 550 bhp @ 6,500 rpm Torque: 500 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm Max RPM: 6500 rpm Transmission: 6-Speed Manual Dimensions Weight: 3,390 lbs Height: 44.3 in Length: 182.8 in Width: 76.9 in Wheelbase: 106.7 in Performance 0-60 mph: 3.3 sec 0-100 mph: 8.6 sec Quarter Mile: 11.6 sec @ 128 mph Top Speed: 205 mph Lateral Acceleration: 1.00g Braking, 60-0 mph: 117 ft About Steve Saleen’s SMS Supercars – Speed, Science and Style SMS Supercars, a company founded by renowned race driver and automotive icon Steve Saleen, is a manufacturer of high-end lifestyle performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel. SMS Supercars designs, engineers, tests, certifies, manufactures and assembles all of its own products and vehicles. SMS Supercars vehicles include the SMS 570 and 570X Challenger and the SMS 302 4V, 302SC and 351X Mustang models. The SMS 620 and 620X Camaro models will complete the trio of SMS American Supercars in 2010. For more information about Steve Saleen's SMS Supercars, please visit http://www.smssupercars.com. About SOEC and SMS Superclub SOEC, founded in 1991 under a charter granted by Steve Saleen, is the premiere organization for Saleen owners and enthusiasts, with thousands of members worldwide. SMS Superclub, founded in 2008, is the next-generation lifestyle owners and enthusiasts group dedicated to the next generation of Steve Saleen signature vehicles. SOEC and SMS Superclub are the only Saleen-oriented organizations recognized by Steve Saleen. Source: SMS Supercars, SOEC & SMS Superclub Link to this story at: http://saleenforums.soec.org/showthread.php?p=41744 . |
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Wasn't this offered a couple years ago on ebay with no takers?
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Yes. Same Ford GT.
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If anyone is looking for a never titled/registered yellow with black stripe GT there is one at Russ Milne Ford in Chesterfield Township, Michigan (Northern suburb of Detroit). Ask for Keith Batko. Dave; this one came from your alma matter (Pennsylvania).
I hate to see anyone part with a special car...I am sure Steve will miss this one...I would love to bid on it! White with blue is my favorite and to have the nostalgia behind it adds all the more... |
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Dark Blue and white, hands down, my favorite. If I ever came into that kinda "cheddar" that's the color I'd have.
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So i was just wondering in anyone knows if the GT sold and for how much?
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