Vehicle Description
2004 Ford Mustang Saleen S281 Coupe
"Stephen M. Saleen, is the founder and CEO of Saleen Automotive.
This automotive visionary founded Saleen in 1984 with a purposeful
goal of bringing race proven performance to the street. Mr. Saleen
is considered one of the most successful and well known automotive
legends in the country. Mr. Saleen's entrepreneurial business plan
laid the groundwork for an entire new industry of design,
engineering, manufacturing, and sales of high performance vehicles
that were race proven and marketed for sales through showrooms
nationwide." Thx Saleen.com
For consignment, a 2004 Ford Mustang Saleen S281 coupe with a title
verified 33,153 actual miles. The "281" refers to the cubic inches
which the 4.6 liter V8 measures out to, and the S represents
Saleen, and to some, supercharged. This car has been professionally
built by Anderson Motorsports and according to our consignor,
"everything on the car has been upgraded" and refers to the
drivetrain, fuel system, induction, brakes, suspension, and
electrical. It also makes a dyno proven 480.65 horsepower and was a
feature car in the June 2012 issue of the Muscle Mustang & Fast
Fords magazine.
Due to modifications of the emissions control devices installed by
the manufacturer, please check your local, state, and federal laws
to determine if this vehicle is applicable for use on public
highways in your area.*
Exterior
Saleen's exterior design treatment is a winner out of the gate,
having been perfected over years of generational evolution. Aside
from the stunning Torch Red of the paint, you have a custom front
fascia that would be at home on the Trans Am circuit with big
intakes and finned extractors. Rear quarter intakes have been
bladed, and a cladding duct sits low on the rocker. Rear flowing
extractor vents bookend the rear bumper cover while air flow vents
line up over center exit exhaust fit into the rear splitter and
SALEEN is boldly broadcast under an extended wing. A hood with
intakes, body graphics, and the coveted number on the bumper, (50),
complete your Saleen prominence and chin scrapes are the only
imperfections we could find.
Interior
S281 appears on the carpeted kick panel of the black plastic doors
adorned with glossy red faceplates for the switchgear. Saleen
branded leather buckets are up front, dark charcoal on the bolsters
and light gray for the tuck and roll inserts, with slight wear on
the ingress points of the driver's seat, but these, and the rear
2+2 seats are in otherwise excellent shape. Up front, that standard
steering wheel is mated with white faced and Saleen branded gauges,
a shift light on the column, and added gauges on the A-pillar for
water temp, boost, and air/fuel ratio. The center stack has the
typical A/C panel with billet style knobs and a Mach 460 AM/FM/6 CD
stereo under a twin pack of dash mounted gauges that include boost
pressure and air temp. The passenger airbag panel is signed by
Steve Saleen and a Hurst shifter resides in the center console over
nicely appointed charcoal carpet. The headliner above and the lined
trunk are clean and unmarred.
Drivetrain
Let's get down to business! Along with another Saleen autograph, we
have a clean 4.6 liter SOHC V8 with a Kenne Bell supercharger and
methanol injection. It's married to a Tremec T56 6-speed manual
transmission which routes power to the Ford 8.8" in back with 3.27
gears and TracLoc. Headers are on board to begin the exhaust
process while Wilwood brakes are supplied for the power disc units
in front, power disc brakes also employed on the rear wheels.
Undercarriage
Very clean and evidence of more performance upgrades, the underside
is essentially rust free with the exception of some rear axle heavy
metal where surface rust exists. Meaty red sway bars augment the
Racecraft suspension system with coil springs in front and a 4 link
with coil springs in back. Dual exhaust runs from the headers to
the Spintech mufflers, snaking around the gas tank and come
together for a twin center exit. There are no catalytic converters
on the system but they will come with the car.
Drive-Ability
Part show car, part street beast, this Saleen is a treat for the
senses, especially sight and sound as the exhaust system and its
improved breathability, announces its presence with track friendly
roar. The car has obvious power underfoot and handling is off the
charts good. Shifts are crisp and the car pulls throughout the RPM
range encouraging more throttle, but we only need 50% to affirm its
power. At the same time, all functions available to the driver
operate as they should. While Classic Auto Mall represents that
these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we
cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of
your purchase.
Saleens are generally rare and special. Here we have one that's
been bumped up a tad in the performance realm and sips some alcohol
to squeeze a few more ponies from its bespoke configuration. If you
love Mustangs and have always desired a Saleen, this high
performance version is just what the doctor ordered. Performance,
beauty, and handling in a Torch Red package. What a spicy
stallion!
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1-USA
F-Ford Motor Company
A-Passenger Car
F-Front Airbags, Active seatbelts
P42-GT Coupe
X-4.6L SOHC V8
1-Check Digit
4-2004
F-Dearborn, MI Assy Plant
104545-Sequential Unit Number
DOOR STICKER
EXT PNT D3-Torch Red
INT TR UW-Dark Charcoal Cloth
AXLE LE-Ford 8.8" 3.27 TracLoc
TR K-Tremec TR3650 5-Speed Manual
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There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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