Unofficial: 1996-97 Moonlight Blue Registry

[Dave]

Originally Posted by psi365

I know it is slightly off topic, but did Saleen ever build a bright atlantic blue S351?

No. I do not believe Saleen produced a blue (any shade) S351 in 1998 or 1999.

Bright Atlantic Blue was offered from Ford in model years 1998, 1999 and 2000.

Originally Posted by tennesseemustangperformance

Yes, they did. Look up "Victory Blue Saleen". It is BAB. One of my favorites!

"Victory Blue" was a Saleen custom color first offered in 2002. This is a two stage candy paint. Not Ford Motor Company "Bright Atlantic Blue."

Originally Posted by tennesseemustangperformance

Funny, it was an expensive paint option, even though it was an OEM Ford Mustang color. The only thing Saleen painted in "Victory Blue" were the bumper covers, scoops, skirts, wing, and hood (when opted with the heat extractor hood).

This (the above car) is a 2003 Extreme in Saleen custom color "Victory Blue."


With Saleen custom colors the name could change from year to year.

Example: Speedlab Yellow (1999) became S7 Yellow (2003) to become Speedlab Yellow (2005), again. It's the same yellow.

"Victory Blue" changed hues in 2005. It went from the bright sky color to a deep blue. The S7 pictured below was the second shade of "Victory Blue."

This 2007 Legacy coupe is also "Victory Blue," the second shade.
http://saleenforums.soec.org/showthread.php?t=16111

[psi365]

97-016B is on ebay right now.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ford-Mustang...US_Cars_Trucks

[96-#247]

96-390 was just recently purchased in Washington and will available shortly for sale, new owner is asking $7600 if anyone is interested let me know I can get you in touch with the seller.

[wonele67]

Hello, I'm the current owner of 97-227 it has less than 25,000 miles on it still. It will be coming up for sale soon. I met Steve Saleen at the All Ford Nationals in Carlisle this year. He was nice enough to sign my dash for me. I have pictures of him signing it...just don't have a clue how to upload them here.. lol.

[tennesseemustangperformance]

Originally Posted by wonele67

Hello, I'm the current owner of 97-227 it has less than 25,000 miles on it still. It will be coming up for sale soon. I met Steve Saleen at the All Ford Nationals in Carlisle this year. He was nice enough to sign my dash for me. I have pictures of him signing it...just don't have a clue how to upload them here.. lol.

Any ideas on a price yet?

[wonele67]

Actually yes, I'm going to ask $15,750.

[wonele67]

1997 MUSTANG SALEEN S281 CONVERTIBLE! Just under 25,000 original miles! Fully Documented from day one, including Window Sticker. I'm selling my '97 Saleen, I don't drive it much and could use the room in my garage. I have full documentation and Authenticity from Saleen Corp. all original paper work from Ford and letters from the Saleen Owners Club of America.

Dash is Signed by STEVE SALEEN at this years All Ford Nationals in Carlisle Pa.

3:73 gear. It runs and drives great! Some engine upgrades such as a larger Throttle Body have been done. Moonlight Blue exterior, Grey Leather interior. Lifetime Sirius Radio, Soft Tonneau Roadster Cover is included. Car is located near Syracuse NY. I will deliver it within 250 miles.
$15,500.00 Please feel free to email me with questions or for more photos

[tennesseemustangperformance]

Originally Posted by wonele67

Actually yes, I'm going to ask $15,750.

Oh wow! What a beautiful car! Do you have the original tailpipes?

[wonele67]

To be honest I thought the BORLA Exhaust WAS original.
Thanks for the compliment though.

[OxfordS281]

Originally Posted by cdigioia

Hi,

I've never posted here before but I own #213 - 96 moonlight blue. It has 20k miles on it. I've added the recaros and T1 wing along with the 10" rears. Completely stock. I've had it about 10 years. I'll post a pic later.

any chance of pics? would like to see the recaros and other shots. I see some carbon fiber pieces under the front bumper too?

[tennesseemustangperformance]

Originally Posted by wonele67

To be honest I thought the BORLA Exhaust WAS original.
Thanks for the compliment though.

Borla is original, but it should have the gun baffle style tips. Looks like the tips might have been changed out to an OEM ford tailpipe setup.

[wonele67]

Originally Posted by tennesseemustangperformance

Borla is original, but it should have the gun baffle style tips. Looks like the tips might have been changed out to an OEM ford tailpipe setup.

OK, I do know when I bought it the car had 15,000 miles on it. The cats had been removed at that time and a free flowing X pipe installed.
5 yrs. and I've never done a thing but regular maintenance and 10,000 miles.
Just looking to make room in my barn. It'll be heading for Ebay after the first of the year.

[tennesseemustangperformance]

Originally Posted by wonele67

OK, I do know when I bought it the car had 15,000 miles on it. The cats had been removed at that time and a free flowing X pipe installed.
5 yrs. and I've never done a thing but regular maintenance and 10,000 miles.
Just looking to make room in my barn. It'll be heading for Ebay after the first of the year.

I might be interested next year sometime. Let me know before you Ebay it.
Thanks!

[wonele67]

Originally Posted by tennesseemustangperformance

I might be interested next year sometime. Let me know before you Ebay it.
Thanks!

Well if you get ready before I do, just send me a note. Where I live it snows until April.. if we're lucky.

[tennesseemustangperformance]

Originally Posted by OxfordS281

You can see on the eBay link that the door fillers are not installed and the chevrons are installed so that the filler would cover up the excess.

Yup. They were missing for a while on my 1998, too. I took them off to make a mold so that I could make a pair out of carbon fiber. Got sick of the urethanes heat warping. ;+)

[tennesseemustangperformance]

Originally Posted by wonele67

Well if you get ready before I do, just send me a note. Where I live it snows until April.. if we're lucky.

Will do! It is absolutely beautiful!

[OxfordS281]

96 #374

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ford-Mustang...US_Cars_Trucks

[critter78]

I know this is an old Thread but I recently purchased the Moonlight Blue 96 S281 #303. Speedster Convertible. It now lives in Carey, Ohio.

[OxfordS281]

Originally Posted by critter78

I know this is an old Thread but I recently purchased the Moonlight Blue 96 S281 #303. Speedster Convertible. It now lives in Carey, Ohio.

That was a short ownership

http://www.ebay.com/itm/271513859901

[psi365]

On facebook I stumbled across the wife of the owner of 97-032S. It is the moonlight blue S351 convertible. The car has 17k miles on it and lives in Louisiana.

And no it is not for sale.

[Justfloatn]

Originally Posted by psi365

On facebook I stumbled across the wife of the owner of 97-032S. It is the moonlight blue S351 convertible. The car has 17k miles on it and lives in Louisiana.

And no it is not for sale.

This one? My Dream Car! And I have Cash ready if she changes her mind.

[psi365]

Originally Posted by Justfloatn

This one? My Dream Car! And I have Cash ready if she changes her mind.

Yes 97-032S
You need to get in line. The reason I know it isn't for sale is because I offered way above market/crazy money for it and was shot down. Only has 17k miles on it. Her husband was looking for an SSC for a cruise night car.

[OxfordS281]

Originally Posted by Justfloatn

This one? My Dream Car! And I have Cash ready if she changes her mind.

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[96-#247]

Originally Posted by critter78

I know this is an old Thread but I recently purchased the Moonlight Blue 96 S281 #303. Speedster Convertible. It now lives in Carey, Ohio.

I have the correct wheels for this car if you are interested in buying them.

[psi365]

Originally Posted by 96-#247

I have the correct wheels for this car if you are interested in buying them.

That car is currently on ebay.

[Ironhorse]

Just wanted to say 96-390 is located in NY now. Car is still on road. In the beginning stages of a full resto. Not sure if the car will stay automatic or not? Only mod planned. Going to keep this one alive for sure though. Awesome Color for sure!

[OxfordS281]

Originally Posted by Ironhorse

Just wanted to say 96-390 is located in NY now. Car is still on road. In the beginning stages of a full resto. Not sure if the car will stay automatic or not? Only mod planned. Going to keep this one alive for sure though. Awesome Color for sure!

I remember seeing it on craigslist and talking to the seller before I bought mine. Post some pics when you can.

[yellow93]

Originally Posted by OxfordS281

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Carport storage in Louisiana is really bad news. The moisture from all the humidity gets everywhere.

[saleen8905]

I saw 1997 #34 tonight at a cruise in at Marks Auto in East Granby CT. It's in rough shape.... missing drivers side side skirt and in desperate need of paint. It had some Speedlines on it but they were white. However, it's packing Coyote power. I didn't get a chance to talk to the owner so hopefully who ever it is can get it back to shape.

This car was for sale a couple of years ago as a roller and someone bought it and put another 2v in it. Then it was for sale that way last year and I don't think it sold.

[OxfordS281]

Originally Posted by saleen8905

I saw 1997 #34 tonight at a cruise in at Marks Auto in East Granby CT. It's in rough shape.... missing drivers side side skirt and in desperate need of paint. It had some Speedlines on it but they were white. However, it's packing Coyote power. I didn't get a chance to talk to the owner so hopefully who ever it is can get it back to shape.

This car was for sale a couple of years ago as a roller and someone bought it and put another 2v in it. Then it was for sale that way last year and I don't think it sold.

The current owner who did the coyote swap bought it when it was a roller. He put a crown vic motor in it and some black leather seats in it from a 99-04 car. He sold it locally. then the buyer decided It was too loud and didn't want the car and put it on Craigslist. The current owner bought it back and just recently did the coyote swap. He has the skirts but they aren't on because he doesn't want to lose them or because they were falling off. That and something with being difficult to drive on a car lift. He buys and sells a lot of cars and said #34 will be for sale soon for 14-15k. He buys projects, works on them and goes on to the next one.

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[saleen8905]

I hope it comes out really nice. That would be a fun car!!!

[OxfordS281]

Originally Posted by saleen8905

I hope it comes out really nice. That would be a fun car!!!

http://www.svtperformance.com/forums...CS-Saleen-SN95!!

[saleen8905]

Nice build thread!!! Coyote swap is cheaper than I thought.

[Werecow]

And the coyote engine is Bad @$$!

[OxfordS281]

Originally Posted by Werecow

And the coyote engine is Bad @$$!

At Mustang Week 1997 #34 came across this through social media.

[Werecow]

Now if you can just get a supercharger to fit under that hood....

[OxfordS281]

1997 #34 for sale

http://www.svtperformance.com/forums...5#post14307335

Originally Posted by RIO RED SNAKE

1997 Ford Mustang Saleen S281, Moonlight blue with grey interior, 91k miles, was originally a 4.6L Non Pi 2V car with a T45, but i have spent the past 2 months installing a 2013 5.0L Engine and a T56 transmission. I will list the mods below, but the Saleen is #34, has all the stamps/plaques in the proper locations, it is a true saleen, very rare Moonlight blue, and has a Clean CT title.

I want to sell it outright, or would like to trade for a 1999-2004 SVT Lightning (mostly stock and original), or i can add cash for a 2007-2014 Shelby Gt500. Those are the ONLY 2 Vehicles id be interested in trading for/towards.

MODS:
2013 5.0L Coyote engine from a 2013 Ford F150 with 20k miles
2003 Cobra T56 Transmission with 4500 miles
FRPP Aluminum Driveshaft
3:73 Gears with new bearings and rebuild kit
Cobra Brakes front and rear
Power by the Hour accessory bracket to adapt factory Power steering and brakes and a/c
BBK Long tube headers
BBK 3" Offroad (no cats) x pipe
Flowmaster 2.5Inch catback
FRPP Power pack
Trunk battery relocation
UPR Triple hook quadrant and firewall adjuster
OEM Saleen body kit, OEM USA speedline wheels
Nitto NT555 275/35/18 front tires (brand new)
Nokian 295/30/18 Rear tires, 50%
Power windows, locks and lights all work

It is a rare car and runs excellent, i currently have a few gauges to hook up (coolant temp), fix the low pressure a/c hose, and little things like that, but i just drove it to South carolina and back (15 hours each way) with no breakdowns or issues on the road. Engine is quiet and the trans shifts great with no grinds or issues. Paint is a 7/10 with fine scratches and roof has some paint checks on the roof and the saleen body kit obviously has some stress cracks from temperature change and normal Bs.

Again, this is a feeler, would trade or sell, but if i sell one of my other cars before this then i will hold onto it. Make offers. Thanks





more pics coming shortly

[saleen8905]

It's in Ohio now....car is getting passed around.....

http://www.svtperformance.com/forums...for-cobra-ohio

For sale or trade 18,500 cash or will consider trades
97 moonlight blue saleen #34 true saleen 90k original miles 1 of 14 moonlight blue sn95 saleens. Mods are listed in pic a pic I uploaded. Runs great daily driver everything works all gauges the only issue is the low pressure ac hose melted on the headers. Body is decent a solid 10 footer but no show car, interior is in really good condition.I will throw in a brand new still in box set of 18" 2013 gt500 wheels with 305 nitto 555rs for asking price

Located in Ohio

2013 5.0 coyote with 20k miles
03 cobra t56 from wrecked cobra with 4500 miles
centerforce clutch with 2000 miles
BBK longtube headers
BBK 3" offroad x pipe
flowmaster catback
FRPP aluminum driveshaft
power by the hour accessory kit
3.73 gear with new bushings and seals
FRPP coyote swap harness and PCM kit
Moroso 9qt oil pan
battery relocated to trunk
walbro 255lph
aeromotive fuel regulator
stock speedline wheels with nitto 555r
also have a set of 2013 gt50 wheels with brand new drag radials (305 nitto 555rs) i can add for the right deal wheels are brand new in box



















fixed the ac blows ice cold again I tried to get the longtubes in the video but you can barley see the chrome theres not alot of room lol
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hK4O...fePgvenmx7kcIw

[greedygenius]

yeah I have #34 now,Paint isnt in the best shape but its not bad, mechanically its perfect took it to the track this Saturday and it went 11.7 @120 with only the long tubes exhaust and tune. I was only able to make one pass before it started raining and they shut the track down.I was thinking about getting it repainted If I keep it over the winter but im not sure yet its nice enough it looks good but not so nice your afraid to drive it.Ive had some cars that was so clean I just kept them in the garage and never got them out because I didnt want any scratches or anything like that this one is alot more fun has the reliability,mpg and power of a 2013 with the good t56 trans and also has the unique looks of the sn95 saleen and lightweight chassis making it alot more fun then a new mustang IMO.

[greedygenius]

heres some recent pics

[saleen8905]

That motor is perfect for that chassis. I kick myself daily for not buying that car when it was a roller in CT. I would have done either a 4v or a coyote swap to it. Looks good with the silver wheels!

[greedygenius]

Originally Posted by saleen8905

That motor is perfect for that chassis. I kick myself daily for not buying that car when it was a roller in CT. I would have done either a 4v or a coyote swap to it. Looks good with the silver wheels!

Buy it now lol it's already done

[saleen8905]

I would want to paint it and then at that price I could be into a S351 R code. Which would be a better long term ROI.

[saleen8905]

Still not sure how it still has 91k on it. The Rolling chassis ads for it show that mileage. It's been documented that it has been driven from CT to SC and back and still has 91k........From CT that's approximately 750 miles one way......

We

[greedygenius]

It has 93k on it now, and yeah with paint it would be really nice for sure

[tbar]

Found 1996 #374 listed for sale. It's made its way up here to Canada.
http://vancouver.craigslist.ca/rds/cto/4673556737.html

[OxfordS281]

Originally Posted by tbar

Found 1996 #374 listed for sale. It's made its way up here to Canada.
http://vancouver.craigslist.ca/rds/cto/4673556737.html

Good find! It was on ebay not too along ago I guess I never posted the link.

[OxfordS281]

96-268. looks to have had damage but is now fixed and running.

[saleen8905]

268 is running a cobra motor and the current owner is trying to determine value so it maybe for sale soon. He asked in the Saleen Owners group on Facebook.

[velocityracing]

Hi all,

Just wanted to let you know that I just recovered the Moonlight blue 97#17b. It's in a pretty abused shape.

I will post some pics and more info soon.

Kind regards,

Jan Scheppers from The Netherlands