2008 Saleen Sterling Edition S302E Specifications

2008 Saleen Sterling Edition S302E Specifications

Saleen Sterling S302E: It Doesn't Like to be Called 'Mustang'

No Ford tuner can come close to the pedigree of Saleen Automotive. To celebrate its 25th anniversary as partners with Ford in making the Mustang faster, more stylish and generally actually worth driving, Saleen has released the chromed out Sterling Edition S302E. The uber-Mustang is, in a word, breathtaking.

The Saleen Sterling Edition S302E begins with what amounts to a Mustang GT in an official partnership with Ford Motor Company. But Saleen automobiles are no ordinary Mustangs. They come as highly-polished, fully realized sports cars with the technical knowhow of the recently retired Steve Saleen, responsible for designing the legendary Saleen S7 supercar.

The Saleen Sterling Edition S302E will destroy even a brand new Ford Shelby GT500 from a red light standing start, and is composed enough to be effective at the track as well. Saleen Automotive pulled out all the stops in putting together the Sterling Edition, and just to look at it is to want one, even for those who wouldn't usually touch a Ford Mustang with a ten-foot pole.





SALEEN KICKS OFF THE YEAR IN STYLE WITH THE REVEAL OF THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY "STERLING EDITION"

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The phrase "Saving the best for last" just got an exclamation point. Just when it appeared all the North American International Auto Show reveals were complete, Saleen Automotive unveiled its 25th Anniversary Sterling Edition Ford Mustang.

"At Saleen, automotive passion is more than a catch phrase, it is a lifestyle," said Saleen General Manager, Marques McCammon. "Showcasing our Sterling Edition Ford Mustang at today's Sterling VIP Preview is a demonstration of the things that reflect the way our buyers live. They have a high sense of style, a love for all things performance and an affinity for the exclusive. That is the very theme of the VIP Preview event."

The Sterling VIP Preview was a night full of announcements from Saleen. Among the more significant was the announced move of the Saleen World Headquarters from Irvine, California to Troy, Michigan. "This is a strategic move for the company," said Saleen CEO, Paul Wilbur. "Our Troy facility has one of the most sophisticated low volume paint facilities in North America. When you combine that with the phenomenal automotive talent pool that is available in Michigan, it is a natural step." The executive stated that Saleen will maintain an advanced engineering and administrative staff in the "Golden State" to support ongoing operations, but vision would be driven from Detroit.

No night with Saleen is complete without product and the Sterling VIP Preview was no exception. To commemorate 25 years of producing high performance specialty vehicles, Saleen unveiled the Sterling Edition S302E. This 25 unit limited edition version of the Saleen flagship car will deliver the patented blend of Saleen style, performance and exclusivity that can only be rivaled by Saleen's own S7.

"The Sterling Edition S302E is the cream of the crop," said Saleen General Manger, Marques McCammon. "Saleen is about details and we left none to

chance when we created this car. From the hand painted graphics, to the 16 oz genuine sterling silver serialized dash plaque, this car has it all. This is the very definition of a 100-point car."

2008 Saleen Sterling Edition S302E Specifications

Chassis
Springs	Sport-Tuned Coil Springs (F/R)
Shocks and Struts	Front Struts (N2), Rear Shocks (N2)
Sway Bars	1.38" with HD Bushings (F), 0.79" (R)
Wheels (F)	20 in x 9 in
Wheels (R)	20 in x 10 in
Tires	Pirelli P-Zero
Drivetrain
Layout	Front Engine, RWD
Transmission	Close-Ratio 6-Speed Manual Transmission
Differential	3.73:1 MaxGrip™ Speed-Sensitive LSD
Engine
Engine Type	Modular 3-Value SOHC V8
Displacement	5.0 Liters
Horsepower	620 hp @ 6300 RPM
Torque	600 lb-ft. @ 4400 RPM
Bore X Stroke	3.554 in x 3.800 in
Supercharger	Port Matched Series VI Integrated Twin-Screw Supercharger
Exterior
Curb Weight	3645 lbs.
Length	189.1 in
Width	74.0 in
Height	56.0 in
Wheelbase	107.10 in
Performance
Weight Distribution	53/47 (F/R)
0-60 mph	Less than 4 sec