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Steve Saleen Reunited with Saleen Brand -- Announces New Models for 2013
STEVE SALEEN IS REUNITED WITH THE SALEEN BRAND Back in The Driver Seat of His Legacy and Heritage, Steve Saleen Announces Launch of Several New Saleen Models Saleen Forums News -- April 2, 2012 -- Famed racecar driver and automotive icon, Steve Saleen, announced today that the Saleen brand has been returned to its rightful holder -- himself. After several years of litigation, Steve Saleen has successfully regained control of the Saleen brand name and the products he has created and built since 1984. "In 2007, it was a difficult decision to resign from Saleen, Inc.", says Steve Saleen. "But I knew it had to be done in order to preserve the Saleen brand and to ensure the authenticity and high performance that our customers had come to expect." That also marked the year that Steve Saleen unveiled his signature line, SMS Supercars (SMS are his initials, Steve Mark Saleen). SMS Supercars was the continuation of Mr. Saleen’s vision for high-performance automotive manufacturing. During the few short years that followed its inception, Steve Saleen's SMS Supercars successfully launched three new models: the SMS 570 Challenger, SMS 302 Mustang and the SMS 620 Camaro. With this, SMS Supercars also launched an entire catalog of aftermarket parts, including the innovative SMS 296 Supercharger system. Steve Saleen further added, "Although the Saleen brand is a huge part of my identity, I knew it was the vision and passion that would shine through on my signature vehicles. However, it couldn’t have been done without the support of the Saleen community. The foundation and inspiration that they gave me to move forward with my vision was what ultimately moved us to regain the Saleen branding. Most importantly the Saleen community gets their identity back as well." Jim Dvorak, who heads the Saleen Owners and Enthusiasts Club, explains, "There have been some tough times for the members of our community, starting with Steve's resignation from Saleen, Inc. The company tried to tell us he retired, and even put a positive spin on it, but only some of us knew what was really going on. Most of the company was sold off, and then it changed hands again. Many of our owners and enthusiasts were feeling abandoned and confused, and quite frankly they were misled about what evolved and why. It has been especially confusing for new entrants into the hobby, but also for longtime followers of Steve Saleen who weren't aware of the day-by-day happenings and didn't have a direct line to Steve that we have." SOEC is the officially-recognized organization for the marque, and has been a dedicated force behind Steve Saleen for decades. The return of the Saleen brand will allow Steve Saleen to begin offering all of his current SMS Supercars products under the Saleen flag. With this move, SMS Supercars will be carefully integrated into the Saleen branded family of products. Steve Saleen will also be launching under the Saleen brand its 4V, SC, SSC, and X Models of the 2013 Mustang, 2012 Challenger, and 2012 Camaro ranging from 425hp to over 750 horsepower. These models will have the latest technology in Aerodynamics, Suspension, Braking, and Performance starting at less than $40,000. This is expected to provide a full range of products for all Saleen dealers, Speed Shops, Race Teams, and Automotive customers in the American Pony Car segment of the performance market. All aftermarket offerings will include: Saleen Superchargers, SMS Superchargers, Saleen and SMS vehicle body components for Mustang, Challenger and Camaro, his signature SMS butterfly hoods, as well as all other interior and engine parts for these vehicles. Having reunited with the Saleen brand, Mr. Saleen is planning to make available all 1984 to present Saleen vehicle aftermarket, replacement and warranty parts. These will be available through the Saleen.com website, by calling Saleen (formerly SMS Supercars) at 800-888-8945, or through the nearest authorized Saleen dealer. Moving forward, Mr. Saleen will have the Saleen Owner’s Registry updated to include all SMS branded vehicles, which will allow them to gain their rightful place in the Saleen family. The Saleen Owner’s Registry is the official record established to maintain the authenticity and exclusivity of all Steve Saleen signature vehicles. Also, the Registry provides the lineage from which a Letter of Authenticity can be requested by an owner, which documents the origin, provenance, and authenticity of each signature vehicle. Additionally, any current owners or dealers of SMS branded vehicles will be provided with replacement badging for their vehicles, if they so desire. They can contact the customer service division of Saleen directly, provide the details on their vehicle, and the replacement Saleen badging will be sent out immediately. "With this new launch of Saleen and the new models on the horizon, we are excited about what the future holds for Steve, the brand, and especially for our members," continues Dvorak. "It's the best news we've had in many years, and will really inject the hobby with energy and passion!" Company Headquarters Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/saleenspeedlab Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/SteveSaleen/ About Steve Saleen An automotive pioneer by trade and a driver by passion, Steve Saleen has been involved with racing since the late 1960s. His racing career includes multiple wins and involvements in CART/PPG Indy Car, Trans-Am, and SCCA series, with the most widely known racing involvement being the Saleen/RRR Speedlab team that was formed between Tim Allen, Bob Bondurant and Steve Saleen. Mr. Saleen is also the holder of multiple manufacturer titles resulting from the winning pedigree that he instills in his Saleen branded vehicles. A Mustang Hall of Fame inductee, Steve Saleen, is world-renowned as a builder of high-performance American muscle cars. Beginning with the first Saleen Mustang in 1984, Mr. Saleen has continued to innovate and set the bar with his American automotive passion. His holistically-designed Saleen S7, which debuted in 2000, clinched the last GT1 win at the 24 Hours of LeMans. Steve Saleen has proven himself as both a racing driver and an automotive entrepreneur. For more background on Steve Saleen, please visit www.steve-saleen.com. About SOEC The Saleen Owners and Enthusiasts Club is the worldwide organization for owners and enthusiasts of vehicles by Steve Saleen. Based in California, its website and active online community are located at www.soec.org and www.saleenforums.org. Last edited by Saleen Forums News; 04-02-2012 at 10:43 AM. |
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Yay!
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Absolutely the best news ever!
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Stuart Earp Yellow Mustang Registry 03 S281SC Coupe #03-0081 Series IV SC, Chicane Pulley, Intercooled, JLT CAI, 42lb. Injectors, Diablosport MAFia, Ford Supercar GT Fuel Pump, Magnaflow Exhaust, Brembo 13" brake package, 3.27 gears, MaxGrip, Tri-Ax Shifter, Racecraft Suspension, 18X9 and 18x10 Chrome Saleen Wheels w 275/35/18 Nittos, Saleen Leather Seat Package and Saleen Pedals 370 RWHP / 405 RWTQ Tuned by Dan Desio @ Pro-Dyno - Fort Mill, SC |
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Awesome news....Happy Birthday Steve!
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Wow, pretty wild. Ive only been around a couple years, and honestly never really understood what happened and still don't, but this is awesome news. Ive had quite a few questions and concerns with my 02 extreme that I never really seemed to be able to get the full story, and definitely not without a lot of time and research. I don't know if that will change at all, but either way great news. After reading this, it also makes it seem like older parts will be easier to come by now? I could be overly optimistic, not sure. Great news. Congrats to saleen family and happy B-day to Mr. Saleen.
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This is good news, I hope Jess is staying around. He has been a big help during these tough times!!!
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Great news!!!
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Guess that explains why they were moving the records again when I ordered my letter of authenticity a couple weeks ago.
Should be interesting to see how this effects values of the cars and parts.
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wheres the butterfly hood..?
lol..want one..ohh please..haha
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281 RAD COVER.3.2 PULLEY ROUSH BELT TENSIONER 3.73 MAX GRIP DIFF,JDM TUNE GT500 FUEL SYSTEM,KOOKS LONG TUBES HTO PLUGS,AFCO H/E,MGW SHIFTER TECHCO INTAKE,ESCORT 9500CI PIONEER AVH-P8400BH CARDINALE ENGINEERING FRONT SPLITTER UPR STRUT CAPS FORGESTAR F14 MATTE BLACK RIMS QTP ELECTRIC CUTOUTS SALEEN FUEL DOOR,CHICANE TOWER BRACE MESH HOOD INSERTS,281 LOWER MESH GRILLE FAYS2 WATTS LINK,CAL PONY HOOD STRUTS WMS STEALTH HOOD PINS CUSTOM VALVE COVERS,281 COILPACK STICKERS 281 SUPERCHARGER DIPSTICK |
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***Fantastic*** news, and the only resolution that makes sense for all. Hope this injects the same enthusiasm into Steve's life that it undoubtedly will into the Saleen community. (And from a selfish perspective, I hope this means I can soon track down some of the accessories and spares that were becoming quite elusive!)
I followed Saleen (the man and the car) for years before buying mine, and I've always been very proud to own one. It looks as good to me today as the day I drove it off the lot with 31 miles on it in May of 2005. They aren't common around here and I am often asked about the car and the company; it will be really nice to once again tell the "short version" of the Saleen story, and not the longer, muddled version which ended with my car being an orphan. Thanks for fighting your way back home, Steve. :-) |
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Great News!! My Saleen is a Saleen again! LOL
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Great News for all of us! Especially for Steve to have his name back! We are now truly SALEEN!
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Great news!
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Awesome News!!!! Still debating to to relabel my Saleen ;)
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(6/2005) Purchased 05 Saleen #1004 Windveil Blue from Galpin (9/2006) 14" Saleen Brakes, (7/2007) 475hp Supercharger, Guages, Watts Link Suspension, (10/2007) Rear Slotted Rotors, (2/2008) 19" TSW Wheels (Hypersilver), (1/2009) Super Shaker. (4/2012) Back to 20" Saleen Wheels (10/2007 Morning) 414 RWHP 403 RWTQ w/ Stock Saleen SC Tune w/o Super Shaker (Sold 2/11/2018) 01 Saleen #629 (NA) True Blue (Sold 6/15/07) SOEC#2092 SOEC#2129 Quick Video http://youtu.be/gkiCgwzJTFE |
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Would love to hear more of the details. I picked up isolated information from a Saleen Inc. employee who I prodded for details at a local BBQ last year and heard they were not intending to issue any 2012's with the Saleen name on it.
I ordered a replacement intercooler and asked Saleen in Michigan about that. I received a contradictory response that didn't make a lot of sense. Somewhere I heard there was one or more breaches on the part of Saleen Inc. that I know nothing about and that Steve was back in court. And now this. It is very good news. The Saleen banner goes back on the windshield. SMS on the windshield didn't look as good but you have to go with what you got.
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'06 281SC #222 C&L racing cold air intake 3.4 pulley 39# injectors Shelby dual fuel pump McLeod twin disk clutch-sweet Aluminum flywheel Professional custom dynotune 455 rear wheel horsepower:biggrin: Child tested Mother approved Last edited by deluxe; 04-02-2012 at 02:23 PM. |
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Hmm, interesting. Guess my questioning why the SEMA presence with Steve Saleen getting the company name back "without knowing ANY of the facts" was completely off base back in November.
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2007 SPJ #384, JLT Oil Separator, Bob's Auto Sports axle reservoir, AFCO radiator, FRPP coolant reservoir, StopTech 2-piece rotors, MGW shifter, DSS 3.5" alum driveshaft, JLT Series 3 CAI, custom VMP tune 330 rwhp, 334 ftlbs on Dynojet 224xLC on 8/20/12 2015 GT, Deep Impact Blue, PP, 6 sp manual Previous Mustangs: 2015 EB Prem, Magnetic, PP, 6 sp auto 2007 Shelby GT, White/Silver, 5 sp manual 2007 GT500, Red w/white stripes, 6 sp manual 1981 Mustang GT 5.0, 4 sp manual |
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This is the best news for us who bought Saleen Mustangs in a long time. I have a PJ, been trying to decide to sell or keep and drive it. This announcement will have a positive afect on values of Saleen Mustangs and only time will tell how much.
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Great New..Happy Birthday Steve! Glad the two are back together again!
G. Scott |
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ULTRA Great news!! Can't believe it, actually!! I was wondering why Steve was planning on being back at Sturgis this year, as I thought last year was a one time thing (and that I missed it). Can't wait to make the drive up this year-so glad the planets have re-aligned...:)
Soooo,...a full catalog of parts from 84-current, eigh? Maybe it's time to finally trick out my Windstar... |
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This is the best news to come out in a LONG time. I know all of us are excited to have Steve back home where he belongs!
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Right on! My squeaky wheel, is starting to quiet down.
One of the few times in recent history where "staying the course" actually came out positive. Thanks for sticking it out Steve!
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So good to hear and know "The Man'' is back
Really hadn't been in the family that long. But I'm proud to be associated with a group of super car enthusiast. Hope to meet you some day. Welcome back and "Happy Birthday''
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Fantastic! The world is right again.
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Prior Mustangs 2007 Saleen Parnelli Jones #384 1989 Saleen Hatchback #302 1970 Coupe 1968 Shelby GT 350 |
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Fantastic news for sure!
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Butterfly Hood
This is great news! Wait, so now I have to get the 2013 in order to rock the butterfly hood? My 2012 is only a year old! FUUU.....! I wonder how much my trade-in would be....
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As it should be once again!
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Awesome! So wen can we start placing orders for our 2013 Saleens!?
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2002 Saleen S281 # 461 http://i788.photobucket.com/albums/y...hoot035SIG.jpg V3 Si-Trim Polished Vortech Supercharger, Anderson Blower Cams, Devil's Own Meth Kit, 60lb Injectors, SVT Fuel Pump, NGK Plugs, Diablos MAFia, SCT Chip, 4" AFM Powerpipe, 3:90 Rear Gear, Bassani Headers and O/R X-pipe, BFGoodrich KDW's, H&R SS Springs DynoJet Tune by Modern Muscle, 460rwh/415 torq @12 psi |
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This is great news, great to see him back at the helm of his company.
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Obviously great news and a nice birthday present for Steve. My question will be what will happen to the '08-'11 Saleen branded vehicles. Will they become worthless by being shunned by the new Saleen? Or will Steve and company do the right thing and include them in the registry as he should to insure complete harmony in the entire community. And yes, I hope they decide to keep Jess Albright around in some degree. He was a continual voice of reason and always took the high ground. He is an asset to the hobby.
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This is wonderful news. The company was nowhere near the same after Steve and Liz left. It will be nice to be dealing with a "family" and not a "corporation" again. The family feel is part of what really set Saleen apart. I can't wait to see what aftermarket XP parts are slated to be produced. Welcome home Steve.
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YES, WELCOME Home Steve glad your back.
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Greatest news ever! Welcome back. This news makes my day!
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Great news
Great news! I'm very happy for Steve and the family. It was like a bad dream that is over.
I bet there are some people out there that are eating crow as we celebrate! Remember you can't buy somebody else's heritage and legacy you need to earn it. |
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AWESOME! I hope we they start producing the 05-09 Aluminum hood again :)
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Great news. I bought mine after they left. It'll be interesting to see how things change now.
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This is great news for all auto enthusiasts, not just Saleen fans.
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the is the best new ever since i got married >i ve lived and breath sateen nice 1997 and owned 7 of them till the other idiots screwed me with the last car number 100 extreme sateen and i never went back to them cause it was all gone to the wrong hands .i will look into getting back to one now
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FANTASTIC NEWS!!! man what a day, first some nutcase goes and pulls an April fools with a mockup of a 4 door mustang!! that made me so mad i wanted to go ballistic on the guy for even putting those thoughts back in the heads of people who might be in a position to execute such down right lunacy! Then some real news of Saleen getting his name back. and be sure IF THIS IS SOME APRIL FOOLS JOKE WE SHOULD ALL FIND THE GUY that made it and.... 'have a little talk with him' To be sure if its true then raise the saleen flag and let the good times roll!!! cause nothing sounds better than an all new 2014 mustang remanufactured by Saleen!
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I don't blame Mike Shields for what he did. He tried to keep a great heritage/brand alive, but was a little naive about the Saleen community and the loyalty to Steve himself, which put him behind the 8-ball before he sold the first car. My hope is that since this is done, we can get both clubs together working towards the same goal. Promoting the brand and having fun with our friends and our Saleens! Dan |
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Awesome news, it even gave me goose bumps...Now only if I could get a date with Molly.
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I am tickled that Steve is offering SMS owners the opportunity to re-badge their cars. How freaking cool is that? Another question? Will the new racing championship wreath decal include 2011 on it??? |
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Great news. Can someone tell me what is happening with all the records in Mi. ? Is Jess Albright employed my Saleen? Just wondering.... Thanks.
Fantastic , on getting 84 up parts again avl. sweet.
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2005 S/C #10 Press Car w/ Scenic Roof 3.20 S/C Pulley & 18% overdrive Crank Mosaleen S/C no slip idler system 3:73 gears, Watts link Gen II 14" front brakes, slotted rear rotors Brenspeed 302, 47lb inj, longtubes/ catted H-pipe 570 rwhp 545 rwtq (SAE) 13.5 lbs boost, Afco heat exchanger F-5 Joplin Mo. Tornado surviour 5-22-11. |
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Congratulations to: Steve Saleen, all SOEC Owners and Enthusiasts. Good news for all!
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Jusy want to add my congratulations to Steve, great Birthday present. Just may have to sell my NEW 2010 Shelby for that 2013 Saleen pony.
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Some of the best news ever for Saleen owners. Congrats to Steve and the Saleen family.
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The Racecraft vehicles were grandfathered into acceptance since they were produced by Saleen Inc, a variation of the company SS founded. |
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Happy birthday, Steve!
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Anybody know how many grabber blue SMS's were made? I've seen pics of a 10 and an 11 coupe so far, the only ragtop I've seen is mine... |
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