If you are new to this thread....PLEASE READ THIS POST FIRST before posting!!

Are you looking at a Saleen, or even own one and not sure if its the real deal [&:] If it is a 1985 - 2003 its very simple. Post the VIN as well as the bumper/firewall/console ID number (these should ALL exist and match as your first hint). Also tell us if its hatch, coupe, or convertable. If you do not haveboth numbers, please get them before posting!PLEASE DO NOTASK US to tell you what the VIN should be or what the Saleen Serial# should be, or to lookup a carby only giving us a VIN.....the registry is VERYlarge and looking through pages of 4pt font is NOT any fun [8D]

If its a 1984, forget about it. There were only 3 made in '84 and same guy owns all 3 of them here in Indy. If its a 2004+ then you'll have to callPatti at Team Saleen as the book was published after the '03 model year.

There are SEVERAL of us in here with the ever popular and handy Saleen Book & Registry. A simple check on our end can verify if its real or not. If you don't get a timely response (this means a day or two, not hours ;)) feel free to PM me. Please do not start a separate post about your car because we don't answer right away, if you are in a pinch them PM me. Otherwise it will get answered by one of the few of us that keep up on this thread.

If you want to know what its WORTH - then go to www.nada.com (http://www.nada.com) and select Consumer, then Classic Cars, then Sports Cars, then Saleen. You can ask us all you want, but we use Nada as a guideline and add our opinions [8D]

Hope this helps and frees up a few duplicate posts ;)

Rather than bothering Liz over at Team Saleen, if you have an '04 or newer car, send an email to techline@saleen.com with the VIN and bumper #. We can quickily tell if the car is real or not.

Im thinking about picking up a used 97 Saleen S281. Saleen (http://www.gotstang.com/profile.php?97saleen13) This is a link to some pictures of it. Some things I wanted to find out were A) Is it real? The VIN number is 1falp42x6vf101886 and it is #13. B) Im pretty sure they didnt but the kid says it came factory with a Vortech blower on it, is that true? and C) Can anyone tell by those pics if that is the factory interior for the car. Thank you very much for the help.

Mike

I sent you an email last night. The car is legit - in that the VIN ending in 886 matches 97-013. However, according to the book/saleen registry there is nothing about sc'd 281's until 1999 or 2000 - so I highly doubt that Vortech is Saleen stock. Unless of course it was some sort of promo car or employees car.

Also, the interior looks stock with the exception of the custom red accents on the seats. I don't believe that is stock Saleen.

According to NADA a stock, mint 97 S281 should command $18K at its highest value. I don't consider 43K miles to be a highest value car, maybe more like $15k which just falls below the AVERAGE mark. A car like this that has been modded will always be worth more in the sellers eyes - but in reality I would not give more than $15K for it. It should only have 220hp stock at the flywheel (thats all a S281 was back then) and he is claiming over 375 to the wheel or 400+ with a 104 race tune [&:] IMO thats way too much power than that 2V was built to handle.

I'd be worried about the longevity, not to mention the CURRENT status of the internals [&:][&:][&:]

Thank you for your reply, I very much appreciate your insight on the situation. After reading I dont think that is really the car for me

Thanks,
Mike

Can you guys help me determine if the one I am looking at buying is an extreme? If nothing else I will call on Monday and talk to Liz, but I am looking at buying this weekend.

1fafp45x04f227121 Saleen #243 as my screen name implys.

Thanks in advance,

Adam

Sorry Adam - I missed this one last week. I'll look it up tonight and see what I can find out for you.

Thank you.

Oops - sorry about that, the Saleen book is only current through 2003. You'll need to email your information to techline@saleen.com as mentioned above for 2004+

Gotcha. Thank you much!

Since E cars had their own sequence, it is highly unlikely that a car with a number as high as #243 would be an extreme. Not that it couldn't happen, but I doubt it. There were about 4 or 5 built in 2004 so you'd be looking at a low number.

I'd like to know if my Saleen is real. I'm sure it is because it has a lot of Saleen parts. But over the last few days, I've seen a lot of stuff on ebay that could lead me to believe my car could be fake. Please anyone let me know. Thanks.

2002 White Saleen Convertible S281 Super Charged #02-0619

Any help with the specs of this car would greatly be appreciated too. I have been told that it has 445HP for the 02 Supercharged Saleens. LMK. Thanks.

Well, first off it does NOT have 445 stock HP. It was 350 I believe for a '02 SC. Have you had it dyno'd to see what it does, because unless the bottom end of the motor has been forged then 445 is a little dangerous on the stock 4.6 2v motor IMO.

We need to know the last 3 digits of your VIN to verify if its real or not.

I don't remember my VIN right off hand but I'm pretty sure the last three digits are 388 or 338. I know it's something like that. :D

Hi, just joined mustangforums today. Thanks for posting this. I'm interested in a 2003 S281SC Hollywood Edition coupe. Don't care about the H.E. thing, but this car is gorgeous. I believe it's a real Saleen, but just want to make sure before I decide to buy it. :-)

Here's what I have:

VIN - 1FAFP42X33F345277
ID# - 03-0270 (270 is on bumper)
MFG date - 04/03

Not sure what console number you mean? I ckecked the VIN and it's an '03 for sure. :-) It has been repainted. There were some cracks in the hood paint near the vents, so Saleen replaced the hood and repainted it, but then it didn't match the fenders, so then they repainted the fenders and those didn't match the doors, so the entire car was repainted, under warranty.

Nada says it's worth $31k something. The seller is willing to bargain a little. He's offering it for $29k as it is. I was thinking of offering him $28k. What do you think? It's the most beautiful red I've ever seen!!! He said Saleen's paint was much better than Ford's. I haven't seen the car in person, but I'm trying to get somebody in the Orange County California area to go and look at the car for me. Any takers??? LOL I'm in Sweden until Sept 6th.

Or maybe I should just scrap it and buy an '04 Cobra? ;-)

So is it real???? Thanks, sowaxeman!!

Cindy



ORIGINAL: sowaxeman

Ok, since its been asked alot lately - maybe our mod can make this a sticky ;)

Are you looking at a Saleen, or even own one and not sure if its the real deal [&:] If it is a 1985 - 2003 its very simple. Post the VIN as well as the bumper/firewall/console ID number (these should ALL exist and match as your first hint). Also tell us if its hatch, coupe, or convertable.

If its a 1984, forget about it. There were only 3 made in '84 and same guy owns all 3 of them here in Indy. If its a 2004-6 then you'll have to call Liz Summar at Team Saleen as the book was published after the '03 model year.

There are SEVERAL of us in here with the ever popular and handy Saleen Book & Registry. A simple check on our end can verify if its real or not. If you don't get a timely response (this means a day or two, not hours ;)) feel free to PM me.

If you want to know what its WORTH - then go to www.nada.com and select Consumer, then Classic Cars, then Sports Cars, then Saleen.

Hope this helps and frees up a few duplicate posts ;)

03-270 has a last 3 VIn of 277, so that matches. It is a coupe, shipped on 4/21/03. Options were Supercharger & 13" brakes. The Saleen book does NOT show this as being a Hollywood Horsepower edition, although several cars around it were...

02-619 has a last 3 VIn of 388. It's a convertible, shipped on 5/03/02. Options were Supercharger, Chrome wheels, Light Bar, and a black convertible top. 2002's used the Series II M90 supercharger, and were factory rated at 365 HP.

Thanks for the knowledge there S281SC :) I'm out of town at a FULL WEEK training (snore.....snore....snore) so I am without my bible [8D]

Hello, I am thinking of buying a 2001 Saleen convertable but not sure if it is legit or not. I have the VIN: 1fafp45x91f209910 and would like any insight you folks may have on the subject. I.E. what to look for when inspecting this vehicle. The car is located in Canada. Where can I find the value of this vehicle. I looked at Nada.com under "sports cars" and the Saleen mustang was not available for 2001? Help, I need this info soon. thanks

What's the Saleen # off the car?

Here is the only info they would provide.

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01-0852 has a last 3 VIN of 910, which matches both the Saleen tag and door sticker pictures. It's supercharged, with mats, chrome wheels and a black convertible top. The UA paint code on the door sticker means it has black paint. Based on the pictures you provided, it appears legit...

I had no problem bringing the car up under www.nadaguides.com [&:]. They say a 2001 281SC vert is:
Low Retail - $20700 / Average Retail - $25500 / High Retail - $26900

I recently purchased a 1997 Saleen Mustang #89B. The vin # is 1FALP45X8VF190503 and the ID # is 970089B. It is a convertable. I have heard that it is a Budget Rent a Car Saleen and their was a limited amount produced. I also heard that it has more HP than the other S-281 of this year. Is this true? The car remains stock except for the radio, even the vinyl top is still in great conditon. If it is a budget car how much more valuable will it be? I have no paper work on the car and have thought about purchasing the Owners Registry book, if it will tell me more about my car.

I'll check it out tonight when I get home - unless of course somebody beats me to it. I was not aware of the Budget cars having more HP than the standard S281.

Since the car is only 10 years old, you've got a ways to go as far as VALUE, but if you are concerned with collectability I'd make sure you have the original radio to be able to put back in, and try to track down all the original documentation.

97-0089B was the last 1997 Budget rental produced. Last 3 of Ford VIN were 503. Equipped with Sportbar, Magnesium Wheels, Black top.

Saleen built 30 cars for Budget in 96, 88 in 97, and 10 in 98.
In 97, 34 cars were sticks, and 54 automatic. All had the mag wheels and sportbar, 2 had white convertible tops, 86 had black.
Budgte cars had nothing special done to the engine - just stock Saleen stuff. As far as price, I really haven't noticed much difference in price between the "B" cars and regular Saleens.

The Saleen book does have a few paragraphs about the Budget cars - the info I give above is pretty much the Cliff Notes version. ;)

Thanks S281SC, the car is a blast to drive and handles unlike any car I have ever driven.

Hey Madmike - where did you buy the car from. Was it Louisville KY by chance?

Hi, I have an 02 S/C Saleen Vert and would like to verify that it is real. And possibly what options came with it.

VIN: 1FAFP45X72F151149
Console Number: 02-324

It doesn't have a number on the bumper.
Also, the boost pressure gauge isn't working.
Does anybody know an easy fix for that?

Thanks,

02-0324, last 3 of Ford VIN is 149. It's a convertible, built 2/1/02 with Supercharger, Chrome Wheels, Lightbar, and Black top. :)

Thanks S281SC.....

Sorry for the delay sowaxeman, working my #": off lately. I bought the car in Virginia, when I get more time I will post a Picture. The worst thing about the car is trying to keep the white rims clean. Hey is there anyone at Saleen i can contact to see about the original paperwork on my car or even a copy, no luck anywhere else but i have not tried Budget yet.

[:'(] Hey wats up guys my name is George and i just became a member on this forum. ne way im purchasing a 1989 saleen mustang and i wanted to know if it was authentic and ne extra info about it u guys might know . the number is 89-5314. thanks for the help

by the way the 5314 is the last digits of the vin...

wow i suck at this the number on the bumper is 709 so i guess thats 89-709

Not much info on 89-709 in the book. It's a hatchback, built 8/21/89, last 3 of Ford VIN are 314.
It had the dash nameplate. No options listed.
The car shows two registered owners - Ken West in Maine, and Jon Meyer in Hew Hampshire.

Thanks for the info. When i go pick it up on friday ill post some pics. The car is sweet

Hi Everyone!

I just recently joined... I have a 2006 Saleen Extreme #24. I got it back in April... I love it.... I will post pixs so you can see it.... Screaming Yellow is it's color....

See Ya,
Steph

Im contemplating picking up a 2000 Saleen coupe could you let me know what its got in it before i get too involved?
VIN 1FAFP42X4YF254851 Bumper shows #690 There only asking 15k so im wondering what may be wrong with it.:eek:

Well, it checks out - the VIN and bumper number. It is an N/A car (no super-charger from Saleen) so $15K is about right for a high mileage condition car.

http://www2.nadaguides.com/default.aspx?LI=1-22-1-5013-0-0-0&l=1&w=22&p=1&f=5014&c=13&m=1348&d=5404&y=2000&vi=86126&z=46142&da=-1

2005 Saleen 3V Mustang
VIN#: 1ZVFT82H355176860. 05-591

What are you asking - are you trying to sell or buy it?

2005's cannot be verified yet as the official registry is only current through 2003. You'll need to call Team Saleen at Saleen HQ to verify 2004+ cars.

As for value, its really all based on how bad the buyer wants it. What color is it - if its Mineral Grey, Sonic Blue or Legend Lime then it might bring a few k more than the other colors (Sonic & Mineral were '05 only, Legend was 05-6 only). The car MSRP'd for $44k, but is going to depreciate hard in the early years :(. Whats the mileage, is it in showroom condition, etc.....

I've seen them go for under $30k on ebay.

yep i'm probably going the ebay route. hoping to get one for $29k at most, dont really care about the color, just not silver. now im looking at another one that is black and has 3k miles and according to the seller, is in showroom condition. didnt meet his reserve on ebay but i think i have a decent chance of talking him down to 29k. he said he had his reserve at 33k, but there's no way for me to know that for sure. for all i know it was set at 30k. thanks for the help, BTW this one is 61--pretty early

thinking about buying car is it real saleen?

vin# 1fafp45x83f331757

car repainted no bumper # but guy says it is #190
also is this extreme or supercharged

ORIGINAL: KNOXRAGTOP

thinking about buying car is it real saleen?

vin# 1fafp45x83f331757

car repainted no bumper # but guy says it is #190
also is this extreme or supercharged


Sounds legit - decodes as 2003 car # 190, last 3 of Ford VIN match as 757. It's an SC, not an Extreme.
Book shows it is a supercharged car, 13" brakes, performance cooling, lightbar, black convertible top.

Sup everyone, forum newbie here and new owner of a 2006 S281SC

I know the registry isn't out yet for the 2006's but just wanted to share probably a rare serial # on my Saleen since the numbers are in sequential order which is #1234 (06-1234) so I feel like I've won the lottery! LOL'z:D

I'm quite sure it's an authentic Saleen since it was purchased at a saleen authorized dealership.

Hey man, I've got a similar question. Found an S281E for sale that I want to verify it's authenticity. It's a 2002, #42 with a vin# of 1FAFP42X92F193276. Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Shawn

ORIGINAL: sbgixxer

Hey man, I've got a similar question. Found an S281E for sale that I want to verify it's authenticity. It's a 2002, #42 with a vin# of 1FAFP42X92F193276. Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Shawn

02-0042E shows a last 3 Ford VIN # of 276 (so that matches). It's a hardtop, built 7/26/02, with no other options. Last owner was in Texas (as of 2004).

Yep, I carfaxed it and that's what it told me.... first sold in Texas. So the last three digits match up according to a guide you've got? Sounding pretty legit then, huh? He wants 30k for it which seems like a really good deal for an "E". Wouldn't you say?

Shawn

newbie here, just a lil concerned cause i dont have a Saleen id tag where my shifter is and now wondering of i bought a fake one.
VIN# IFAFP45X51F120318; 01-0137; MFG: 11/01. Thanks for the help.

01-137 decodes as:
Last 3 Ford VIN of 318
Convertible
Shipped 11/30/00
Supercharged
Floormats
Chrome Wheels
Black Top

Thanks, appreciate it S281SC.

what about 1fafp42x5xf159486
its a red 99.

What's the Saleen # off the car?

i dont know...it doesnt say. no number on the front. i guess ill try asking the guy if its necassary.

The Saleen number will also appear on a metal plate underhood, and a plastic plate in front of the shifter.
The info is organized by Saleen's car number, so it's MUCH easier to look up that way. ;)

Hi,
Im interested on this car. 2001 White/black top, chrome rims, light bar, 50K miles. The guy's asking 18,000 for it.
VIN:1FAFP45X01F135230
Saleen # 01-0152
Does it have a regular GT engine with Saleen's pulleys?
Thanks!

01-152 decodes as:
Last 3 Ford VIN of 230
Convertible
Shipped 11/30/00
Painted Door Cups
Floormats
Chrome Wheels
Black Top

In the registry (2004) in Florida

$18k is probably about average given the miles and naturally aspirated motor. The N/A motor was rated at 285 hp. They had pulleys, filter, catback, and Saleen tune.

Thanks for the info S281SC.

hey everyone. just joined have always loved fox bodied stangs especially the Saleen. Saw one recently on Ebay that needs some work but seems like a decent price and wanted to confirm if it was a real Saleen. Vin number is 1FABP41E0KF159127 and it is number 363. It also has a sunroof in it, is there anyway to tell if this was a factory installed option? Thanks hopefully will be a Saleen owner soon :)

hey everybody new member here i was hoping if someone can tell me if this saleen is authentic it's a 99 with orange paint vin #1fafp42x5xf159570. thanks in advance

I'm sure S281SC will help you out before I get back home and can look in my book. Thanks for being The Man in here lately S281SC :)

As for the fox body car with a sunroof - I don't recall Saleen ever converting a fox body with a sunroof [&:] Therefore I would guess that car to be a clone or have a aftermarket sunroof cut into it [:'(] I could be wrong though ;)

As for the '99 question with orange paint - we need the Saleen serial number off the bumper as mentioned in the above posts.

If it hasn't been answered by Friday I'll check into then.

Can't find anything on the Sunroof - the VIN - 127 is correct for the bumper #363, it was delivered in to WV.

alright so the red 99 with vin 1fafp42x5xf159486 and its #110. thats all i got if you need more i could see if i can get the information but i dont know.

Hey guys-

I'm looking at a 2004 Saleen right now and trading in my GT. Can anyone run this VIN for me 1FAFP42X24F236861! The
ID id 04-0279. I'll take any info to help me with my decision. Thanks for all your help in advance!

Sorry zaxjax, you need to call Saleen on that one. The Registry is only current through 2003.

Thanks anyways. I did take a look in person at the car. It's beautiful but the guy listed as s/c, and it's not. I'm going the Cobra route, it's very hard to find a s/c Saleen around here.

Well, that would be my first clue to not deal with the person ;)

hey guys a quick question do all saleens come with the gauges on top of the dashboard? for some reason this saleen i was looking at doesn't. thanks in advance

Only the supercharged Saleens have the extra guage pod on top of the dash.

VIN # 1FAFP42X71F179083
#462 coupe non supercharged.
Real deal or not??? thanks

ORIGINAL: r1_123

VIN # 1FAFP42X71F179083
#462 coupe non supercharged.
Real deal or not??? thanks

01-462 - Last 3 of Ford VIN is 083
Coupe, built 3/31/01, non-supercharged
Only options were mats & Chrome Wheels

whats up everone, maybe someone can help me. Im looking to buy a 90 saleen hatch vin#1facp41e8lf137575, 90-0046 #46. Can you tell me if it real or not, thanks to all.

90-0046, last 3 of Ford VIN shows 575. Hatchback, built 2/03/90.
3.55 rear gear was only option listed.

so what your saying is that the car is a is real saleen, and only option was the 3.55 traction loc differential. Im taking a 8 hour ride to get this car so you be saving me a big trip if its not real. thanks alot

Was doing some searching for the Saleen Registry and came upon this tread. This is nice of you guys to do.

I am a member of the Corral.net but just registered here. Anyway, can you give me the details on the following car. Real or not real and options if available.

91 Blue Convt.

VIN# 1FACP44E0MF145196

Saleen ID# 91-0045

That car checks out as legit - '91 #45 with VIN ending in 196. Nothing reported on it other than it had a Blue Top originally.

Thanks, that is what it is...dark blue with a blue top and grey cloth interior.

I appreciate the help.

Great - now that you've mastered this Sticky Thread - its time to browse the next Sticky down and post some pics of your car :D

Also, check out the Saleen Club of America at www.saleenclubofamerica.com when you get a moment. We are always looking for new (and long-time) Saleen owners for membership :)

i wanted to varify if my saleen is real or not. my vin # is: 1FAFP42X33F340726. my saleen bumper # is 120 it is supercharged and has all the gear but when i check it thru the vin a Gt coupe comes up. do you know why? thanks guys.


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What year? Looks to be Dk Shadow Grey so should be '03 or '04. If its '04 we can't tell (see Post #1 here). I could decode it, but you'd make life so much easier ;)

All Saleens maintain the Ford Factory VIN number thus it will always come up as a Mustang GT Coupe or Vert.

it is a 2003 and it has all the identifications on the fire wall and inside it says 03-0120 and its grey on grey

2003 - Dk Shadow Grey. The VIN and Saleen Bumper number match so you are legit :D

thanks bro. cool site

I'm having a ton of trouble making this site come up on my computer but it works now and I need help. I have what I believe to be a 2001 S281 SC vert. But like everyone else when I use carfax or NADA it comes up a GT. The vin# is 1fafp45xx1f227848 and the bumper number is 868. Any help is greatly appreciated.

I responded to your PM - it is legit :) Check your PM for all the other details that are listed in the registry for that vehicle.

Thanks my for letting me know its real, my internet is all messed up for some reason. It won't me open this page, and it won't let me see any personal messages. But I went over to my friends place to get on. So even though I can't open up your message with the details at least I know its clean. Thanks for your help

New Kid in Trouble!!!!
Need help sowaxman! purchased 1997 SVT, Cobra (Saleen??), 5S281
vin#1FALP46V3VF147569 (5S281)
Has Saleen stuff, ground effects, 4.6 Dohc, Graphics, even floor mats, but no other badges??????
Drove the car 30 miles and lost a piston ^*&^$$$$())*(&()*&
Can you help identify to justify investment of new (Ford Crate) engine?
Brand new (Sad) Mustang owner??

There were 5 1997 Saleen Cobra convertibles built. None of the 5 had a Ford VIN that ended in 569.

Your car IS a Cobra, it's not a Saleen.

Why would you need to invest in a crate engine? Hop on over to the SVT section and talk with them, surely there are ways to repair/rebuid that motor [&:]

Thats a heart breaker!!
I'm confused.. Somebody went to a lot of trouble to make it look like one!
Graphics on the dash panel (White background, Blue graphics, Saleen logo on each instrument..
Even valve covers have Saleen Logo (blue Letters).
So I'm married to a Cobra with some fake Saleen stuff, Daxxit!! It's true that beauty is only skin deep!
I looked at photo's of 97 Saleen's and everything seems to match up Graphics, details on ground effects. additional stuts underneath???
Honestly, I understood that Saleen extras were not available after market and Ford sent these cars to Irvine for upgrade before putting them out on the street.
To add to the confusion, Service Manager (local Ford dealership) stated that something was up because the vin came back as Cobra, not Saleen... Would SVT boys know anymore? Should there be a badge on the fire wall, if so where would it be located.
Also, where is the ID number located on the bumper.
I'm freakin, I paid for the true blue and now I've got nothing but a clone. Well, crate engine is out of the question, maybe a new short block to get it breathin again. I'm in it too deep now (Real Deeeeep).[&o]
Thanks for the research S281SC, a least you saved me from doing 2 stupid things in a row.

Thanks Sowaxeman for the reply!!
As you can asertain from my reply to S281SC, I know nothin about Mustangs.
All I know is this little Black on Black convt. with the nasty Saleen stuff sucked me up like a newbie at a gentlemens club.
If the car had been the real deal, I would think hard about taking away what it had been born with!
I will inquire with the SVT boys for a solution!
Thanks again for the advice, this is a good site with real nice people!

So my #26 B is one of two made for Budget with the white convertible top in 1997?
Does anyone know how I can track down the previous owners? I can contact the last two but no owners before that.
Thx,
Mike

I'll check the registry to see how many they list. But the registry only gets updated if owners verify themselves with Team Saleen - o you are sort at the previous owners mercy on that one [&:] Short of calling the previous 2 and getting contact info from them, you are probably SOL.

1FAFP42X02F129563

Mfg. date: 12/01
02-163

Hoping to buy a real Saleen!

02-163 matches the P42 (coupe) code and last 3 digits of 563 from the VIN.
Registry shows it shipped 12/6/01 and had chrome wheels as the only option.

Sweet! Thanks, great job with this site... glad I found it! Tons of good reading. Thanks again!!

1fafp42x52f225012

02-077

Another Saleen? This one is not as nice as the previous, but I think its the real deal too.

This one is a fake. The last 3 digits of the vin on the 02-0077 are 404.

Shipped on 11/09/01 with Chrome Wheels as the only option.

Found a saleen for sale but i cant figure out if it is real. 99 red convertable. # on bumper is #296. Vin is 724. There is the boost gauges on the dash but its not supercharged. There is not a #'d badge on the inside and the piece on the door pannel is not painted. Is it fake? Thanx

Travis

This one is a tricky one. According to the saleen book, the bumper # and last 3 digits of the vin check out. The car was originally ordered with the twin gauges (even though it's not S/C), so that checks out too. I don't know if the piece in the door panel was painted in 99 or not......it was on the 351, but I'm not sure if they painted it on the S/C and N/A. Perhaps someone else could weigh in on that one.

Does it have chrome wheels? Does it have a speedster package (roll bar and tonneau top)? Does it have the cobra hood (two vents on the hood)? If you have the full VIN # you can call saleen and verify whether it's genuine or not.

The missing badge on the inside gives me pause, though. Does it have a plaque in the engine bay? Also, if you could post some pictures...that would help.

I suppose the badge could have been removed/stolen from the dash. How about the firewall - there should be a metal plaque on the engine bay, and there should be a Saleen Mfr sticker on the drivers side door sill right by the Ford sticker. As for the painted door trim, the S281's did not get painted inserts but the S351's did.

I am buying a 2000 Saleen Coupe this weekend. I'm pretty sure it's real but if you guys can help me double check. It's a 2000 Saleen coupe
#00-81 vin# 1fafp42x2yf114796. Thanks in advance.

Hi cobra4v,
2000 Saleen Coupe
#00-81
vin# 1fafp42x2yf114796.

Real Saleen P42 Chassis Shipped 10/26/99
to: Randal Bingham in WA
Option:
3.55 Gears
Floor Mats
Chrome Wheels
Ford Leather.

/Cobracars
97 Budget
00 Saleen

Thanks...any other info and options on this Saleen?

Yep - as cobracars stated above. Unfortunately the registry does not offer any other info than that (color, etc.....)The stock hp for these cars was 285 w/315 ft lbs of torque. Typical laundry list of suspension and appearance upgrades.

If you buy it, make sure you get EVERYTHING available for it (window sticker, Saleen letter of authencity, Saleen owners manual etc.....). If those things are not available (shame on the previous owner/s) then contact Team Saleen at Saleen, Inc. for help with those things.

Oh yeah, in 2000 there were a total of 979 Saleen Mustangs built with 307 of them being n/a coupes. MSRP on the n/a coupe was $33,900

Thanks sowaxeman. I just pick-up the Saleen...the seller did not have the Saleen letter of authencity, Saleen owners manual and window sticker. I will try to get them from Team Saleen. Finally I got myself a Saleen.:)

Hey guys just purchased this little bad boy and it never hurts to check.

1FAFP42X01F209962
01-0761

Hi SC2001761,
2001 Saleen Coupe
1FAFP42X01F209962
01-0761


Real Saleen P42 Chassis Shipped 07/11/01
Option:
Supercharged
Saleen Hood
Floor Mats
Chrome Wheels

Thanks Cobra. Doesn't do me any good now since a rod was thrown a week and a half after purchasing the car.

01-0762. 1FAFP42X41F151774. Any help would be appreciated.

ORIGINAL: salvatore

Hey I was wondering if you could help me. No id tags on car but during my oil change today i found a number on a nonsaleen metal plague under the car. with the #01-0762. My vin# is 1FAFP42X41F151774. Any help would be appreciated.


Nope, salvatore. It's not a saleen. I checked the vin.

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original or fake black saleen vin#1fafp42x2yf114832 bumper #114 thanks

Help us out man - what year is the car??

After decoding the VIN it appears to be a 2000 Coupe - is that correct. If so the last 3 digits of the VIN and the Saleen #114 check out. However the the VIN should start out as 1FAL, not 1FAF [&:] The L means ACTIVE RESTRAINT (air bags & active belts). Not sure what the descrepancy is there.

The paint code on the door should be UA for Black Clearcoat. It was build on 11/3/99 and the no owners were registered to this car. It has a Saleen Composit Hood, Saleen Leather Seats, Carbon Fiber Interior Accents, Saleen Floor Mats & Traction Control. No SuperCharger listed so I assume this car is still n/a?

thanks
the year is 2000 and the interior carbon fiber not super charge

ORIGINAL: sowaxeman

Help us out man - what year is the car??

After decoding the VIN it appears to be a 2000 Coupe - is that correct. If so the last 3 digits of the VIN and the Saleen #114 check out. However the the VIN should start out as 1FAL, not 1FAF [&:] The L means ACTIVE RESTRAINT (air bags & active belts). Not sure what the descrepancy is there.

The paint code on the door should be UA for Black Clearcoat. It was build on 11/3/99 and the no owners were registered to this car. It has a Saleen Composit Hood, Saleen Leather Seats, Carbon Fiber Interior Accents, Saleen Floor Mats & Traction Control. No SuperCharger listed so I assume this car is still n/a?


Sowax....where did you pull the paint code from? I have the saleen book and haven't seen any paint codes in the registry (maybe I don't know where to look...)

I didn't pull the code from the registry, I just went by his word on it being black. In the main portion of the book at the end of each chapter is the specs for each year - that is where I found the paint code for 2000 Black. I guess I was just letting him know so he can look at the door label to verify it is still the original color ;)

ORIGINAL: sowaxeman

I didn't pull the code from the registry, I just went by his word on it being black. In the main portion of the book at the end of each chapter is the specs for each year - that is where I found the paint code for 2000 Black. I guess I was just letting him know so he can look at the door label to verify it is still the original color ;)


haha...ok. i thought you had some magic information or something!

by the way..i like the new signature!

Thanks! Props to Jay and the rest of the gang over in the Chop Shop for doing fine work!

On the 99-up cars it isn't uncommon for the console plaque to be missing. Mine was missing in my 99 and Saleen knew about it. They sent me one a year later!

Hi,

Thanks for helping everone out. I was lookling at a 1999 coupe with vin# 1fafp4049xf139542 that has bumber # 14 and is a claimed 351R. Any assistance uld be greatly appreciated.

Thanks Again,
Terry

The car looks to have real parts on it. I don't have my registry on me. The issue I have is that the underhood tag is missing and the holes aren't there. The bumper number is in the wrong location. Its just off a little. The wheels are wrong. The car doesn't seem right for some reason. For the money though it would be a decent deal if it were legit. Figure on spending a few grand for a 6 speed set-up. Also the s351 supercharged emblems are missing from the rear decklid. It does however have the correct vent tubes in the trunk. With the issues I just wonder what happened to the car. I'm curious to see what the registry says. Also it has the carbon fiber option. It is missing some of the pieces. The mirriors are just a part of the kit.

Where are these pics at? There were not any S-351R's built in 1999 - what is an R [&:]

The last three digits of the VIN 542 match up with 1999 # 14S (S for S-351)

All 99's were R-codes. It seems to be real but, with some minor mods. Didn't come factory with an automatic.

i just ran into someone the other day that tried telling me his was an 03 cobra that was sent to saleen and was made into a saleen and was "signed off by steve saleen" he bs'd me lol and said it was a real saleen cobra.

Mean while, the ring around the pony was black, not chrome, the bumper had a huge gap between the bumper and the trunk lid, it had cobra seats, and no saleen vin plate under the hood by the firewall, and the number on the front bumper was too big of font

IMO....you cant BS a saleen owner! there are so many ways to tell.

Saleen stamps the car in 3 different spots, once on the frame if you want to get technical! ;) just so you know

i just bought this saleen can you tell me more about it thanks it a
98 number is 39 the last 6 of the vin is 141451 it is super charged
thanks tom

ORIGINAL: S351R13

All 99's were R-codes. It seems to be real but, with some minor mods. Didn't come factory with an automatic.


So what is this R code you speak of? There is nothing about it in the Saleen book or the registry. All S-351's for '99 are called S-351's. In the registry they are given an S code at the end of their ID number [&:]

Anyway, the car in questionappears to be legit but I'd still like to know where these pics are at ;)

Tksas - the car checks out based on the bumper number and VIN, however there were not any supercharged S-281's in '98, so that would have been added. 2000 was the first year for the S-281 SC.

Itwas built withthe more expensive Magnesium wheels so hopefully it still has them. It also had a tire upgrade (Michelin Pilots), and a 2pt Interior Chassis Brace. It was built on 1/13/98

Could you check one for me the VIN is 1fabp44e9jf210411 This is suppose to be an 88 convertible number 429. Thanks.

Vin is 1FAFP42X12F220597, Saleen # is 714 I believe...... Black Coupe

All supercharged S-351's are referred to as R-codes. The designation through saleen was dropped for 99 because you could no longer order a s-351 without the blower. It has just been a reference used buy most owners over the years. 96 was actually the last year anyone ordered one without the supercharger. They only offered two option packages along with offering upgrades to either one.

Gotcha :)

1988 #429 checks out against the VIN. It came from Saleen with 3.55 gears, Factory Leather Seats and a Black Top.

2002 #714 also checks out against the VIN. It is a S-281 SC, Tire Upgrade w/10" out back, and Chrome Wheels

Sweet, thanks....Now is a 2002 S-281 SC with 65k miles worth $20,000?

Hey all, I've had my car for about a year and a half and just wanted to check and see if its real and what options it came with. The car has the bumper #, firewall plaque and the dash plaque. The vin # is 1FAFP42X42F170908 Its production # is 02-0469 The car is a black on black coupe btw...

I responded to your PM - yep, she's legit :)

Thanksman, havent got that pm though. Could you shoot my way again?

not sure where it went [&:] The only options listed for that car were the Supercharger and the Chrome Wheels.

Aright, thnx man!

Ok i need help, i have looked on the internet and found very little
i have a 5.0 mustang, im confused on a couple of things
first its a saleen california edition vin # 1fabp42e3kf277669
the info on the door says it was built in 6/89, but it is a 25th anniversery, which i thought was only 90 (i know they started in 64 1/2) but the chassis has a stamp in the front, left of the right headlight that say RD then ford under it, and then 1987 uder the ford. the car is paxton supercharged (sn89), has the Racecraft suspension, 4-point Rollbar, and the ARE mesh rims. exterior is white interior is grey. it also has a Cervini cowl induction hood with "Blown 302" script in a teal color on the hood that matches the "by Steve Saleen" script under the "Racecraft Suspension 5.0" script on the front fender behind the wheel. it also has a moonroof, Saleen Rear wing (extra) and still have the gt wing. i dont know the number that should be on the front bumper cause i can't find it. Please help if any info can be found on this, need answers! thank you

On the Calif editions there is no bumper number. I'm not even sure Saleen can document them. You shoudl try contacting them to see. I know they aren't in the registry. Neither are the limited edition Saleen Sport V6 cars.

Hi everyone, i'm looking at this 1997 Saleen. The VIN # is 1FALP42X2VF121245, and the ID is 97-0023. It's also a coupe. Please lemme know if it's the real deal or not. Thanks alot.
-Kevin

ORIGINAL: 97s281stang

Hi everyone, i'm looking at this 1997 Saleen. The VIN # is 1FALP42X2VF121245, and the ID is 97-0023. It's also a coupe. Please lemme know if it's the real deal or not. Thanks alot.
-Kevin


Looks to be legit. VIN matches the bumper #. Options were Chrome wheels and 3.55 gears. Originally delivered toCA in 96.

I just purchased a 2000 Saleen S281sc. Can you verify that it is real? Also, is there a way to determine whatSaleen options were originally included?
The VIN is 1FAFP42X2YF232671 and the Saleen number is 588.
Thanks.

ORIGINAL: eviligloo


Looks to be legit. VIN matches the bumper #. Options were Chrome wheels and 3.55 gears. Originally delivered toCA in 96.


Awesome, thanks man. Very much appreciated.

ORIGINAL: strngbad

I just purchased a 2000 Saleen S281sc. Can you verify that it is real? Also, is there a way to determine whatSaleen options were originally included?
The VIN is 1FAFP42X2YF232671 and the Saleen number is 588.
Thanks.


Sure are a lot of people looking for "validation" post purchase these days [&:] Fortunately almost all of you have been lucky :) Strngbad, unfortunately I have bad news for you.........she's legit - made your heart sink huh [8D] Sorry, had to do it just once!

Number 588 for 2000 only lists one owner in the registery, and that was Al Dominguez of Texas - so if you bought it from Al then you are ownder number 2. You should call Team Saleen and have them update the registry with your info.

It was a factory SC car with 13" front brake upgrade, tire upgrade w/10" wide wheel out back, chrome wheels, factory cloth seats, AUTO trans [:'(], and torsen differential

Enjoy, and welcome aboard. Now click on over to www.saleenclubofamerica.com (http://www.saleenclubofamerica.com) and check us out, and of course join :)

You had mea little worriedfor a second there. Thanks for the comformation its greatly appreciated.

Hey, seeing as how I now have a Saleen, I was wondering if there was a way to tell what Saleen actually did to my car. Do they have records of the work they have done to each car that I can somehow get ahold of?

Could you please check VIN # 1FAFP42X42F150657. Thanks.

What are you wanting to check? Is this a 2002 in question? What is the bumper number?

Wanting to check authenticity on 99-0232
VIN# 1FAFP45XF186277
Could you please tell me all options that camewithALL Saleens that yearand especially that car specifically. I'm finding odd things such as a Hurst short-throw shifter and #30 injectors. I didn't think Saleen added those and the original owner told me he neverchanged anything when he bought it. Just regular maintenance.Ifigured it would come with a stock shifter and #19 injectors just as all GT's did.

Thanks in advance!

Unless somebody beats me to it, I will look into it tonight at home. But they definitely didn't come with Hurst shifters and 30" injectors [&:] Is this an n/a car or SC?

It is an S/C

ACTUALLY, the 99-04 Saleens do use a Hurst shifter....
And, "red top" 30# injectors are factory on S/C'd cars....

As far as 99-0232, I'm sure someone can check their Saleen registry later and get the car specifics. I'm at work right now... [&o]

Yup, that's what's in there. A Hurst shifter and #30 red top injectors.
As far as it being authentic, I had already confirmed that a while back when I bought it in November. First owner name matched, delivery date, etc. I was really just trying to find the specifics on what came with that car. EVERYTHING Saleen put on 99-0232 so I can stop ordering things I already have on the car!!!:eek:. Also, is there a way to get a new interior badge that has the cars number that is mounted next to the cigarette lighter? Mine has been scratched a couple times and looks a little worn.

ORIGINAL: S281SC

ACTUALLY, the 99-04 Saleens do use a Hurst shifter....
And, "red top" 30# injectors are factory on S/C'd cars....

As far as 99-0232, I'm sure someone can check their Saleen registry later and get the car specifics. I'm at work right now... [&o]



No sh*t [&:] well you learn something new everyday! Sorry to chime in there with wrong information [sm=oopssign.gif] So I'm guessing the Hurst is hidden by the stock booth w/the typical Saleen shift knob?

Yes, it's hidden under the boot with the regular Momo knob. I learned about it when i went to install a Steeda Tri-ax and Hurst shift handle

Does anybody know what size MAF came on the '99 S/C's? 80 or 90mm? Looks to me to be an 80 but not sure without taking it apart and looking at it.

I have also tried several times to contact Debbie in NC to get my name on the registry as the new owner. Never received any phone calls back after several messages have been left. Any suggestions?

OK, I went back and read the 1999 section and don't find anything about Hurst or 30 # injectors. The spec sheet for the 1999 S-281 and S-281 SC lists the typical Saleen Close Ratio Shifter - so my guess is the kit was made for Saleen (or they just simple used) a Hurst kit. Also the specs for the 1999 S-281 SC shows 24lb injectors, not 30 [&:] So perhaps they are red top 24's?

If you have your original window sticker I would be curious to know if it lists the Saleen Quick Ratio Shifter or if it actually lists it as a Hurst?

As for your car, the register lists it as: SC, twin guage pod, 3.08 gear, wheel/tire upgrade (10" rear) Saleen floor mats, vert w/speedster tonnuea, chrome wheels and black top. Also of interest (although meaningless ;)) your car is almost identical to numbers 230 and 231.

I thought #24 injectors were blue top and #30's were red top.

I don't know my color codes ;) But I know the Saleen Book lists the 1999 S-281 SC as having 24lb injectors [&:] But I guess that could be an error too. I would call the boys at Haney as I'm sure they can confirm if the 30's were stock. I have no reason not to believe S281SC either.

Yep, I looked at the Saleen book over the weekend. I noticed that it says 24 lb for both 99 and 00. However, If you look closely at the engine pictures, you can see a couple injectors displaying "red" tops, which indicate 30lb. The 24lb are blue tops. Ford does color-code injectors.

Must be an error in the book, infamous Saleen spec change or running change. I'd bet Haney, PAS, or Chicane could clarify, but every factory SC car I've seen has red top 30's....

Yes, the "Saleen short throw shifter" is the cheap-o Hurst kit, with a stock boot and Momo knob. Triax or MGW are both worthwhile upgrades, as the cheapo Hurst is only slightly better than the stock piece.

As far as the MAF, it's just the stock Mustang piece... Not sure on the size, but definitely not 90mm...

Well the injectors are red as an apple so then there's no doubt they're 30's

As for the shifter, I can tell it's not much better than a stock because I didn't even know I had a short-throw shifter on there til I took it apart.

Now, as far as the MAF, can anybody tell me what the stock size is that came with '99's???

Can someone tell me what I need to look for on my buddy's car to tell if it's a real Saleen?

This is the info I have:

2001 - 089
Supercharged
Metallic Red/Maroon

Apparently there's a book...and in this book will be the VIN number assigned to 01-089?

I'll check back in here periodically over the next few days to check for responses.

I can look it up for you later tonight. But as far as telling just by looking....there should be the number on the bumper by the driver side headlamp, there should be a Saleen Tag rivotted onto the firewall with the same serial number and the VIN, and there should be a Saleen ID tag on the dash with the same number. Oh yeah, there should be a Saleen Mfr Sticker on the drivers side door jamb along with the Ford Mfr sticker, and there should be a Saleen Owners Manual and other Saleen documents in the glove box.

It has the sticker on the bumper. I think it's missing the tag that is supposed to be in front of the shifter.I have afeeling that it's missing the one on the firewall too...but I haven't really looked yet. I hope it's real...otherwise he got duped by the seller.

If it is missing the dash plaque and the firewall tag, then you can pretty much bet its a fake. If he paid "Saleen" value fora body-kit'd GT then yes he got dupped [:@] I'll check or ya tonight.

#89 wasn't supercharged. It was a coupe with 3.55's.

Hey Snizz...I don't like telling people what the VIN should be. Please tell us what the last 3 digits of the VIN are on this car and we can confirm if its legit for #89. My guess is we already know the answer [:o]

Alright...I'll try to get those digits tonight.

Thanks for the help so far guys.

Ok I know my Saleen is real...But the question I have is.. How many Black Extreme's did they make in 2002? I know they made 54 cars in total..34 hard tops and 20 drop tops... If anyone can help..please do...thanks...oh by the way mines #42

I don't know the total talley off the top of my head....but I think black was the most common color for Extremes in 2002. Would be interesting if someone can confirm.

Unfortunately the registry does not record color [:@] You need to call Patti at Team Saleen for that info. At the same time you should request a copy of your Saleen Letter of Authenticity - this will also tell you what your car is (1 of X, or maybe 1 of XX)

thanks for the info..I have to call patti anyways so I will ask for that info...just hate how long she takes..Im still waiting for stuff I order last month..[:@]

Hi, im new to the boards, I recently purchased an 02 red s281 and would like to know if it is real, im sure it is but just want to double check.
The vin # 1FAFP42X52F129395
and the bumper # is 135
I also have another question. My car didnt come with any of the Saleen paper work, do i just call saleen and request it and what kind of paper work can i get and how much am i looking to pay? Well thanks in advance

hey, well it really depends on what paper work u need..I know I didnt get nothing when I bought mines...so I had to buy everything...I know that the letter of authenticity cost about $35 and my owners book cost about $75.. also u what to make sure they have u as the reg.owner now..that u are.. and about your saleen #135 it comes up legit..it also says it has chrome wheels....;)

Oh boy am I scarred to even post mine now after looking stuff up on the net.

The number plaques everywhere say: #678
and the ID: 1FAFP42X92F210609

Can people make fake dash and tags for stangs that easy?

People can fake just about anything - including your dash tag [:@] BUT - fortunately for you those numbers match up for 2002 #678 :D The only options listed for that car were Chrome Wheels.

sweet :-)

Yea, all it had when I got it was chrome wheels :-).
A few $$$ later:

Mach 1000 Audio
Saleen Bodykit *the rest anyways*
Saleen Seats
Saleen Suspension kit
*Coming SOON - Saleen Supercharger*

A few $$$ later:

Mach 1000 Audio
Saleen Bodykit *the rest anyways*
Saleen Seats
Saleen Suspension kit
*Coming SOON - Saleen Supercharger*

What are you missing bodykit and suspension-wise? You should have these Saleen componentsalready.

So why did you have to buy these parts [&:] Other than the seats which were optional - your car should have already had the complete body kit and complete suspension! Hopefully it was wrecked and not restored correctly - or appears we could have our first MF case of VIN tag fraud [&:][:@][&:][:@]

Can someone please tell me if this is the real saleen. I'm about to purchase it in less then 10 hours and i don't know if it's 100% real.
The vin number is 1FAFP42X1YF303018 however there is no number on the front bumper at all... From the pics i can see the saleen sticker under the hood on the firewall, i can see the badge under the cd player and everything else pretty much looks like saleen. I can't see the numbers from the pics though... It's 2000 Saleen s281 with supercharger... So can someone please tell me if it's real and what's the number.

my email is boostinfd@gmail.com

Thanks a lot.

So I got my letter of authenticity today..and it turns out my car is 1 of 4...:D

Can someone tell me quickly to findif this is a legit 2001 Saleen S281 VIN#1FAFP45X61F148323 tag id 01-0614

Do titles normaly show them as GT's?

Mine showed as GT. And i bought it yesterday... it is real saleen... number 864 :)

:) Thanks for the info. I imagine your referring to your Sallen as far as the # 864

I'm hoping someone can adress the VIN# I refernced. I also am only hours away from purchasing a car that is supposed to be an original Saleen and I would truly like to confirm if its a real Saleen ASAP...

Thanks,

well yes the title normaly show as a gt..because that is what it was..All Saleen start off as a GT..well ur car with vin. ending in 323..is number 614 and came with 3.55 gears,painted door panels,mats,chrome wheels,black top,and its a speedstr...so it checks out legit...:D

You need to contact Saleen to verify it quickly. They can do it for you in minutes. If you have time then someone on here can look it up in the registry. Even after that I would call Saleen to make sure.

thanks guys, I spoke with Patti at Saleen and the car checked out.. I made the purchase,, Looking forward to being a proud owner of a fine car...Unfortunetley its being tranpsorted to the East Coast from the west Coast so I wont have it for about 3 weeks... I guess I have waited this long, another 3 weeks wont kill me..

Thanks again.

B.

2001 Saleen S281...


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Hi guys, hopefully I will be purchasing a 2000 Saleen S281 Non Supercharged Convertible on Sunday. The car has 43K miles and I got it for $18, 500 (hoping I didn't overpay). Can you please check to confirm it is a real Saleen. The VIN is 1fafp45x9yf140131 and the saleen numberis 00-179. White with a black top. Thanks in advance!

Vin checks out, The car was shipped 12/01/99 Car is a speedster with a black top, and is from texas. It came with 3:55 gears, Chrome wheels and composite hood 00-179 all this information I got from the Saleen Book.

-Rob

Thanks Rob I appreciate it. Good to know before I actually get there.

hi im new to this forum and i want to know if this is a true 85 saleen or not the vin number is 1FABP28M9FF249870 I i would really apprecite if somebody can help me out the car belongs to my dad and he let my uncle borrow it and somebody stole theID plate on the center console. and i jus want to make sure its a really a saleen. thanks

hey, looking at a 1989 Saleen fox body, white with silver graphics. It is #542 and the VIN is 1FABP41E3KF220843. Any info is greatly appreciated.

She's legit. Its a hatchback, built on 4/20/89 with 3.55 gears, a dash nameplate, and all Saleen Graphics shippped in the trunk.

hey got a 1985 Saleen number 85-0127 any info would be great. thanks

Where can I get a book?

saleen

Hey, I just found this http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2000-Mustang-Saleen-Convertible_W0QQitemZ230162145830QQihZ013QQcategor yZ6236QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

It looks real to me, but I don't know anything about Saleens, other than they are really great looking. hehe

The VIN number is: 1FAFP45X6YF286292

It's silver, convertible, and a 2000. Thanks in advance.

I'm looking at a 2002 S281 which will probably be mine next week and wanted to check the numbers to be sure. It's a S/C, blue, hardtop, numbered 453 and with a vin# of 1fafp42x82f167. Any guesses on it's actual worth...or what it ought to sell for?

Thanks,
Shawn

Edit...Found my answer.

ORIGINAL: sbgixxer

I'm looking at a 2002 S281 which will probably be mine next week and wanted to check the numbers to be sure. It's a S/C, blue, hardtop, numbered 453 and with a vin# of 1fafp42x82f167. Any guesses on it's actual worth...or what it ought to sell for?

Thanks,
Shawn



Are you buying Kyle's Saleen? I had some interest in it and he told me someone gave him a deposit. If it were you, congrats on that car...it is one sweet Saleen. I don't know if this is correct but the last 3 numbers on his vin is 669...that's what he had listed on his ebay ad.

Wow, small world. Yes I AM buying Kyle's Saleen. I'm picking it up on Saturday. Yeah I'm pretty excited. Do you know him or did you find it on ebay too?

Shawn

I know Kyle...we did a transaction in the past. I really wanted that Saleen but you beat me to it...for the price that is one sweet deal. When you get her...post some pics. Tell Kyle, Steve said Hi. Hope everything goes smoothly and enjoy that Saleen!

Edit...Maybe you should contact him to see if that is the correct vin#. I have a different vin# from his ebay ad...maybe the ad is incorrect. You should check on this to make sure you are getting a real Saleen.

Yeah I looked back and I must've left the end of it off or something. It does end in 669. The number I posted wasn't even long enough. The vin# is: 1fafp42x82f167669.

Did you buy one of his previous Saleens? I guess he's quite the car connoisseur.

Shawn

Could someone please run these numbers for me? I'm really hoping everything checks out on this one and that it's worth what is being asked for it... it's my "dream car" and I intend on buying it if everything checks out.

2001 Saleen S281SC Convertible #265
VIN: 1FAFP45X61F135233

Thanks!

Yep - she's legit :D

Many, many thanks!

Hi everyone, just registered for the Mustang forums. I enjoy reading all the comments.

I am looking at a 1999 chrome yellow Mustang Saleen #94 VIN 1FAFP42X7XF130345. I will be the fourth owner with just over 60k miles; CarFax report verifies mileage. The car is going for a pre-sale inspection and I would like to know what you can tell me about the car. Thanks.

where can i get bumper numbers? i bought a 01 vert and the bumper numbers are missing. already called pati at saleen before i bought it and asked if it was legit, and it is...but i really need to find some bumper numbers! lol. also, i want a registry book, where can i find one? thanks.

Saleen or Haney Motorsports to both of your questions :)

ORIGINAL: Saleen0094

Hi everyone, just registered for the Mustang forums. I enjoy reading all the comments.

I am looking at a 1999 chrome yellow Mustang Saleen #94 VIN 1FAFP42X7XF130345. I will be the fourth owner with just over 60k miles; CarFax report verifies mileage. The car is going for a pre-sale inspection and I would like to know what you can tell me about the car. Thanks.


Only options listed in the registry for this car were Hood, 3.55 gear and Chrome Wheels. First and only owner REGISTERED with Saleen was Alex Hacoopian in CA.

Could someone check out my vin: 1FALP42X1VF146797, stamped 970113

97 #113 matches your VIN. It should be a coupe, has (or at least had) 3.55 gears and chrome wheels. Thats all that was listed in the registry. Oh yeah, born 3/20/97

Can you help a brothu out, Jason: :)

http://www.mustangforums.com/fb.asp?m=3976888

Jazzer

Could you guys check this out for me please:
S281 SC
1FAFP42X7YF292896
00-0953
2000 Number 953
MFG 09/00

Could someone check these numbers? I am looking to buy this.

88 vert
1FABP44E6JF208227
88 0467

Thanks

Hey I Just Bought A Saleen. Or What I Think Is A Saleen Below Is The VIN# And The Other Number I Think It Is What You Need. If You Could Please Look It Up For Me And Let Me Know. Thanx Much I Have Till Monday To Return It If I Find Out Its Fake. Lol
VIN # 1FALP42X5TF189603
ID # 96-0205
Coupe

OK fellas, sorry for the delay [:@] Here are the answers if you did not already get it from somebody else:

1996 #205 checks out against that VIN - 3.55 gears, Ford Leather and Saleen windshield banner shipped in the trunk.

1988 #467 checks out against that VIN - 3.55 and black top

2000 #953 checks out against that VIN -3.55 w/tire upgrade & 10" rear wheel, chrome wheel and saleen floor mats...however not a Saleen built SC car so must have been dealer or customer added.

Much appreciated. How about finding replacement parts?

Hey ThanxFor The Info But I'm Not Sure What "Checks Out Against Means"

Thanks a bunch mate, I already knew it wasn't S/C built. :)

Checks out means its a legitimate Saleen, not a clone. Saleen records all the VIN's of the cars they build in a database with the Saleen Serial (bumper) number.

As for the parts for fox bodies......Haney Motorsports, Performance Autosports and Saleen Inc will be your best bet. Supposedly the Saleen Store is beginning to stock aftermarket parts again for the older cars. Or watch ebay as you will see original and reproduction parts on there all the time for fox body Saleens.

If those guys don't help you out any, then email me at sowaxeman@insightbb.com and I can hook you up with 3 of the biggest fox body Saleen enthusiasts in the country that might be able to help out. I know one of them is knee deep restoring a car just like yours right now....88 convertible.

Thanks for your help. I have one more for you to check out. Its #00-860 coupe.

Can tell without the last three digits of the VIN. However #860 is an SC car, has Saleen floor mats and chrome wheels. Also has had at least 3 owners already.

ORIGINAL: sowaxeman

Can't tell without the last three digits of the VIN. However #860 is an SC car, has Saleen floor mats and chrome wheels. Also has had at least 3 owners already.

I HAVE A GUY THAT WANTS TO TRADE IN A 1999 MUSTANG SALEEN COVERTIBLE. THE VIN IS 1SAFP45XXXS212405 CAN YOU TELL ME IF IT IS A REAL SALEEN?

As stated in the opening thread, it would make life MUCH easier if you told me the Saleen Serial/Bumper number. I don't really enjoy scouring through 8 pages of 4pt font to search for a vin number [8D]

And I've never heard of a ford VIN that starts with 1S [&:]....sure its not 1V??

What about 729? 2001 year model. The vin number is 1FAFP45X81F210014. It has 13590 miles and he wants 22,000.00

Would it be possible for someone to check this out.

Thanks

saleenkev

I spoke with Pati @ Saleen and she verified the info. I am a new Saleen Owner yay!

Hi guys,
91 convertible vin ends in 145598. I think it is # 127? Can you let me know if it is a real saleen. Thanks

I don't think that number was issued in 91, according to The Book, I don't see the vin either .

Hey guys,
I'm going to look at a 1996 Saleen S281 Coupe tomorrow at 10 am and would like to know if it is legit. The last three of the VIN are 585 and the Saleen ID is 96-0326. Thanks for the help.

Jason

The 1996 in question (#326) checks out as legit :). The only option listed in the registry is Ford Factory Leather.

The 1991 in question above is NOT legit [&:] The highest number used in 1991 was #99

Well, I am now officially a Saleen owner. I pick up my new car on Wednesday. It only took 2.5 years, but it was well worth it. Sadly to say though, I will miss my first Mustang, a 95 GT, which I have to sell in order to purchase the new stead. It's good to be a Saleen owner. Thanks for the help Sowaxeman.

Jason

i am interested in is a 91 saleen sc.I know its real but i have no idea what fair price would be can you help?

thanks john

You'll need to be your own judge based on mileage and overall condition. The SC cars and the 91-93 Saleens in general will bring the high end of the spectrum. If your boss is willing to give you a good deal then I would not pay anything more than what Nada says for the proper condition of the car (Fair, Good or Excellent).
http://www.nadaguides.com/default.aspx?LI=1-22-1-5013-0-0-0&l=1&w=22&p=1&f=5014&y=1991&m=1348&d=5400&c=7&vi= 86081&z=46142&da=1

hi i am looking at a 1989 hatch back #38 last four are 4307?

ORIGINAL: limp1969

hi i am looking at a 1989 hatch back #38 last four are 4307?


Looks legit. 89-0038 was shipped 9/22/88 to California. 3 owners registered in the saleen book so far.

Options included 3.55 gears.

piece of junk
very sad
beat to death and then rebuilt with the stupidist cam grind in the world. 3:73 gears in it ran fine sounded fine but the power(what little it had) started at 3500 rpm.( why put the power starting up that high if its not a solid lifter car)
maico special paint job and jacked up in every spot but the correct one. Someone welded extra supports from torque box to torque box, poor job. he was asking $8k i wouldnt have given $3k
maybe when these cars go up in value it would be smart to restore, but now with that much work it would take $10k + to make it nice
Looks like you can buy one for $12k in good shape.

I was comparing the power to a 65 fastback a code I have it has a cam , cnc ported 65 heads and a 66 shelby tri power on it 3:00 rear set 30% more power
I am very disappointed.

i will still look for a fox body I want it for a DD
Thanks for your help

by the way ax man i grow up in Indy (eagles nest) went to craig middle school by geist res.

Your K code is a pretty powerfull car if I remember them correctly....over 300 hp no [&:] The late 80's fox body Saleens (unless an SSC) were basically stock GT motors with a couple bolt on mods....bottom line they were mostly about appearance and handling and not so much about power. The exhaust sure made them sound considerablymore powerful. I'd have to look at the book to be sure but I believe 235hp [&:] Not really a fair comparison to a K code.

Sounds like you know what you are looking for though...disappointing to go look at one in that bad of shape for sure [:'(]

If you grew up in Indy do you know the 3 guys here that are fox body Saleen NUTS?? If not I can hook you up with them as they are a WEALTH of knowledge when it comes to the 84-93 Saleens.

Where is/was Craig Middle? When was the last time you were here?? If its been awhile then you would flat out be amazed by the growth/change in the Geist area [:o] The Hamilton Southeast school system has gone nuts....several Intermediate schools, a dedicated Freshman school, and TWO High Schools!!!

look again it is an "a" code rated at 225hp in 1965, carbs on it with a cam ported, I would think it would be a fair comp for sure. the saleen had dart heads a cam and was injected also a roller were mine is still the stock 1965 flat tappet block
a 10:1 comp would be the only thing better on the 65 I can only guess what it was in 89 9.5:1? or lower.
I am 35 now .Craig middle school was the only middle school for geist and those now older housing developments off of 38th st( eagles nest etc..) I went to marry castle 1-5 grades then Craig middle school. Lawrence North highschool is were I would have went until I moved to my dads place in lafayette, in then when I was 18 I moved to San Diego ca I own a large audio,lighting and staging company out here. I do big concerts and special events. Also own a recording studio.

By the way it is 65 today blue skys and I will be taking my cars out today for a little drive had to throw that in there. I have 2 house back in lafayette so I know its cold and snowing

Thanks to all for the info if anyone knows where I can find a nice older fox body saleen that has not been beat to death please email me at jk72@cox.net

Ah, a code k code...they sound the same but sure don't look the same - not sure how I missed that[sm=chairshot.gif] 1972 was a good year, I'm also 35. BTW I can now officially say "you suck" ;) It was 30 degrees this morning when I left for work, with 4+ inches of snow on the ground. Its now in the 20's and dipping hard - supposed to be 13 tonight - only thing I'll be driving for the next 4 months is the Navi [:'(]

I'll keep my eyes peeled :)

2001 Saleen S281 #06

1F185570 S 281

06/01 manufacture date
01-0006

?

Autobadges -
Saleen NEVER uses the number "06" in any year (long story). Any "Saleen" with a car # of 06 is a fake.

Can you please tell me the long story?

One guy is trying to claim his GT as a SALEEN

http://www.dejayssaleen.com/ (http://www.dejaysaleen.com)

He has his fake plaque and all and thinks because Steven Saleen signed his car that its an OFFICIAL SALEEN and tried to get his fake plaques to show it as real. Hell, Saleen signed my dash too at his car show I won. I am trying to make a point to a few that THINK it's real based on his VIN and ID # from saleen thats a fake and I know it.....please do tell me the story!

Ah yeah, good old Dejay again...[&:]

Previous Deejay discussion (http://www.mustangforums.com/m_2521927/mpage_1/key_/tm.htm) I'll stand by the statement that Steve autographing someone's dash is NOT "sanctioning" the car. Steve signs almost anything people ask him to, much like Shelby does. I have diescats that are autographed - are they now "sanctioned Saleens"? Uh, no... Just like there's HUNDRED's of Shelby clones with CS's signature. That does not make them "real" Shelbys either.

The proof would be to make one simple phone call to Saleen (949-597-4900). Ask to verify a car. Give them the number 06, wait for the laughter to subside, and then they will verify that there has NEVER been a car numbered 06. I have a Letter of Authenticity from Saleen, as do MANY other Saleen owners. Ask Deejay for his... ;):D Oh yeah, look for car 06 in the official Saleen reigistry - it's not there either.

As far as the "#06 story" goes - In 1985, the order placed for car 85-006 was canceled before the car was built. Saleen Autosport continued the consecutive number sequence and didn't realize until later in the year that #06 was never built. They didn't want the production date of the #06 car to be later then higher number cars. They decided to begin a tradition that no #06 car would ever be built. Kinda fun...

How to identify a Saleen (http://www.bryanweatherup.com/Saleen.html)

Apparently DJ has been here and that discussion has been brought up? LOL

I have people telling me they swear it's real when I know its a clone. The fact that he puts on this website that its SIGNED OFF by Saleen is ridiculous! Saleen signed MY CAR off lol

This is the best part of the website (http://www.dejayssaleen.com/whatsnew.html)......:D If you scroll down, looks like he's putting an Extreme hood on it (1 of 100 made :eek::eek:???).

Indeed, a non-supercharged Extreme.....that would make it 1 of 0 ever made. And we all know what happens when you try to divide by zero ;)

oh he posted on 3.8mustang.com and I called him out on his Faleen and people still thought it was real. Finally some faced it wasn't real but 'good enough' to be claimed as one. Why do people think STEVE SALEEN signing your car makes it authentic? He signs anything, I won his show 3 years in a row and he signed my dash. Do I have a V6 Saleen/Cobra/LamboDoored V6? 1 of 0 made? LOL

have a 89 saleen is it real.vin#1FABP41E6KF182816

SORRY car#448 whiye hatchback any info would help.