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Old 12-11-2004, 01:32 PM
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Hmm...I dunno if I like it or not...

I think the last Saleen Mustang looked awesome though...
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Nearly Forgot....


Position:
Front Engine

Drive Wheels:
RWD

Configuration:
Supercharged Ford V8

Induction:
Saleen Series VI integrated TwinScrew supercharger with two-stage water-to-air intercooling system
Curb Weight:
3550 LBS / 1610 KG

Valvetrain:
SOHC, 3 Valves/Cyl
Weight Dist:
Not Available

Displacement:
281.0 CI / 4606 CC
Length:
Not Available

Power:
400 BHP / 298.3 KW @ 5800 RPM
Width:
Not Available

Torque:
420 FT LBS / 569 NM @ 4000 RPM


HP/L:
86.95 BHP per Liter
Ground Clearance:
Not Available

HP/LB:
8.9 LBS per BHP

Front Brakes:
Ventilated Discs, Twin-piston aluminum calipers


Front Brake Size:
14.6 IN


Rear Brakes:
Vented Discs

Rear Brake Size:
12.3 IN


Front Wheels:
20.0 x 9.0 IN / 50.8 x 22.9 CM


Rear Wheels:
20.0 x 9.0 IN / 50.8 x 22.9 CM

Exhaust:
Twin mufflers with vacuum-actuated valves
Front Tires:
Pirelli P-Zero Rossos 275/35ZR20s

Rear Tires:
Pirelli P-Zero Rossos 275/40ZR20s


Front Suspension:
Advanced MacPherson strut design


Rear Suspension:
Three-link live rear axle with a Panhard rod
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i dont like the light configuration. where the little foglights or whatever are, there should be gigantic round lamps.
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Eh.. I will never buy a ford. period.
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Originally Posted by MemRheins
Rear Suspension:
Three-link live rear axle with a Panhard rod
Gross.
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I don't think it's that bad but the interior is typical cheap plastic.
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Originally Posted by Lung Fu Mo Shi
Gross.

Live Rears what makes it a Stang...


lol, well I like it, and its got as much power as the new Vette z06.... , and would leave a TSX at the line, lol... Not Ready to Get rid of the TSX yet, but cant wait to get a Stang either prob gonna get this one though




wanted one of those since I was 14
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I saw a new Mustang the other day, it looks allright on real life. Not as much road presence as I'd expect, though. Maybe because it was surrounded by all those Chrysler 300's...
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damn that thing is mean.

the wheels sorta look like stock tsx wheels

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Originally Posted by MemRheins
Live Rears what makes it a Stang...
So is that why all the recent Cobras have independent rears?
Old 12-11-2004, 07:32 PM
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Originally Posted by Lung Fu Mo Shi
So is that why all the recent Cobras have independent rears?
Whats the point of complaining about the suspension if you haven't driven the car?
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Not a big fan of it.
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I love it!! Love the retro look
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Originally Posted by heyitsme
Whats the point of complaining about the suspension if you haven't driven the car?
But I have. I've driven an '89 LX, '93 GT, '00 V6, '02 GT, '03 Cobra, and the '05 GT.
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Originally Posted by MemRheins
....its got as much power as the new Vette z06....

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Horray they got rid of those lame ass round lights that were on the grill.
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Originally Posted by domn
Horray they got rid of those lame ass round lights that were on the grill.
But the ones they replaced them with look just as dumb...
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Originally Posted by ClutchPerformer
But the ones they replaced them with look just as dumb...

Looks better IMO. Those round lights look like the same round lights my dad's old 1978 Ford pickup truck had. At least these lights Saleen put on are somewhat more modern.
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now if they put projected HID's on it...
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Originally Posted by domn
....At least these lights Saleen put on are somewhat more modern.
But the point of the whole car was to look "retro". I'm not saying that look is great, but the Saleen lights look out of place, IMO.
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Originally Posted by ClutchPerformer

ech.... *2003 Z06
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Originally Posted by MemRheins
ech.... *2003 Z06
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meh

Like the look of the regular GT better. Same way I felt about the old model.
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Originally Posted by ClutchPerformer
But the point of the whole car was to look "retro". I'm not saying that look is great, but the Saleen lights look out of place, IMO.

Looks like there going for the Eleanor look w/ those fogs





personally I love my Stang in Need4Speed Underground 2.... Highland Green, Dark Grey 5 Spokes, every part possible, no body kit , 0-60 in 2.3 seconds, top speed 225 mph
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Originally Posted by MemRheins
Looks like there going for the Eleanor look w/ those fogs





personally I love my Stang in Need4Speed Underground 2.... Highland Green, Dark Grey 5 Spokes, every part possible, no body kit , 0-60 in 2.3 seconds, top speed 225 mph
But I'll still take the Eleanor Super Snake with its s/c'ed 725 whp engine over any current 'Stang.
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Love Eleanor, and ull say im crazy but id rather have this



Unfortinutly that will never happen as a Daily driver, maybe my midlife lol... gotta have one though... how much does a kidney go for?

so im gonna go for one of these...

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i like the new look but that rear is too high...doesnt seem balanced with the front
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Looks like ASS in person. Roush, on the other hand, has done a great job with the new Stang.
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Originally Posted by MemRheins
Love Eleanor, and ull say im crazy but id rather have this



Unfortinutly that will never happen as a Daily driver, maybe my midlife lol... gotta have one though... how much does a kidney go for?

so im gonna go for one of these...

Eleanor would still smoke Bullit's 'Stang anyday

And yeah, the new 'Stang doesn't really impress in person. The materials are still subpar at best.
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Eleanor might be faster, but Steve McQueen would drive circles around Cages Character.... and comming from the guy with the handle of Memphis Rheins lol that meens something...

lol promising u guys now, I will have a 68 Fastback one day
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Originally Posted by MemRheins
Eleanor might be faster, but Steve McQueen would drive circles around Cages Character.... and comming from the guy with the handle of Memphis Rheins lol that meens something...

lol promising u guys now, I will have a 68 Fastback one day
But with me behind the wheel...

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Ford= Fu#$ed On Race Day....thats all I have to say =)
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Originally Posted by CGTSX2004
But with me behind the wheel...

With the upmost Respect for ur driving, and im sure ur good, but i doubt u can outdrive Steve McQueen...the guy was a legend....consitered for a long time giving up acting and becoming a race car driver full time
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2006 Cool Top & Convertible info......

The Cool Tops line begins with the 2006 S281 coupe, with the new, sleek Saleen Scenic Roof. Surrounding all the vehicle’s passengers, the Scenic Roof gracefully extends from the front windshield to the back window. The Scenic Roof captures nature’s unsurpassed beauty by protecting its passengers from the weather’s elements, all while allowing them to experience the seasons in full bloom.

The spectacular Scenic Roof captures sunrise to starlight views while eliminating howling winds that are often created by standard moon-roofs. And, because the Scenic Roof is engineered as part of the car, it remains stationary and never moves up and down like conventional convertibles. The glass itself is laminate safety glass with UV ray protection. The Scenic Roof is sure to provide a unique driving experience that is unmatched by previous innovations, and will be in production by January 2006.

For those who still love the wind through their hair, the latest Saleen offering is the 2006 Saleen Speedster, which offers a beautifully designed tonneau for ease of use in addition to the sport bar. Painted in matching Saleen colors, the sport bar and the tonneau offers a complimentary design to the already aggressive Saleen styling. The S281 Speedster will be available by November 2005.








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now thats what i'm talking about.
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I like it. THough I'll like it more with the Chip foose front fascia and wheels.
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I wish they could make the new Cobra look something along the lines of the Saleen Mustang.
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That scenic roof is awesome. Looks very smooth.
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Originally Posted by TSX Cman
i dont like the light configuration. where the little foglights or whatever are, there should be gigantic round lamps.


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