Up front are integrated turn signals along with available HID
(High Intensity Discharge) headlights. And one finds it hard not to notice
the Saleen alloy rims. They are big, wide and clothed in equally
aggressive rubber that completely fills the prominent wheel wells. They
shout “speed” and “style” with a capital S.
Under the hood of every S281 is a high-performance
4.6-liter V8 engine. In the 3-Valve model this engine produces 325
horsepower. In, the supercharged S281 SC the horsepower leaps to 400. And
for the S281 E, which will be introduced next spring, the engine produces
a mind-boggling 500 horsepower. Now you know why the E in the name stands
for Extreme.
Out of sight, but not out of mind are the components
that endow every S281 with handling, steering and braking performance that
beg comparison with Corvettes, Porsches and BMWs. Features like Saleen
Racecraft springs, shocks and anti-roll bars. And available 14-inch
brakes, the same size as on the Ford GT, a car that Saleen helps assemble
with Ford in Saleen’s Michigan manufacturing facility.
Inside the S281 you’ll find a focused driving
environment that is as much as part of every Saleen as its Saleen engine,
suspension and its race-proven aerodynamics. The seats are specially
bolstered for greater support when cornering. The Saleen high-grip
racing-inspired brake and throttle pedals, ideally positioned for easy
heel-and-toe downshifting, and a Saleen short-throw shift lever are the
makings of a world-class driving experience.
The interior also features unique Saleen gauges, trim
and S281 floor mats and a special Saleen numbering plaque on the dash.
S281 SC and E models also include a Saleen twin gauge pod with readouts
for supercharger boost and air temperature.
Pricing for the 2005 Saleen S281 starts at around
$38,000 for the 3-Valve and just under $45,000 for the supercharged model.
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