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RE: READ HERE FIRST!! How to tell if its A Real Saleen... - 5/14/2008 5:44:52 AM   
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For future requests, it works MUCH BETTER if you give us the Saleen number and VIN.



Ditto - please don't ask us to tell what the VIN should be.  While I have no reason to doubt your intent, at some point (if not already) somebody is going to be looking for the VIN number for fraudulent reasons....and we'd prefer to not be the source for that

If you are serious about buying a used Saleen (or any car for that matter) then the seller should be able to provide the full VIN without question.  If they won't or can't provide it then that should be reason #1 to walk away.

So a '97 S351 is hiding somewhere in my backyard huh   If you find out where this car is in Indiana, let me know....if its not too far away I might be able to go do a detailed look-over for you

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RE: The Unofficial, Official How Tell If Its A Real Sal... - 5/14/2008 7:43:46 PM   
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i was just wondering if someonw could help me by providing some more information on my mustang. i have my doubts that it's a real saleen. if not, it is a spot on clone. the only saleen badge it has is one on the firewall under the hood. it has id# 03-187, which matches the number on the bumper. vin # 1FAFP42X41F229065. it's a 2001 mineral gray coupe. i've contacted saleen several times with no response. if there's any information you could provide, i would greatly appreciate it.

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RE: The Unofficial, Official How Tell If Its A Real Sal... - 5/15/2008 1:02:31 AM   
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ORIGINAL: saleen5158

i was just wondering if someonw could help me by providing some more information on my mustang. i have my doubts that it's a real saleen. if not, it is a spot on clone. the only saleen badge it has is one on the firewall under the hood. it has id# 03-187, which matches the number on the bumper. vin # 1FAFP42X41F229065. it's a 2001 mineral gray coupe. i've contacted saleen several times with no response. if there's any information you could provide, i would greatly appreciate it.



The "03" part designates the vehicle model year.  In this case 2003.  For a 2001, it would be "01."

For both 2001 & 2003 #0187, I don't see a VIN ending with 065.


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RE: READ HERE FIRST!! How to tell if its A Real Saleen... - 5/16/2008 11:35:41 PM   
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I just picked up a 1996 Saleen and waht to know if its real...

1996 S281 coupe (black)
Vin: 1FALP42X3TF212022
ID#: 314

If possible, can you also tell me what options it came with?

Thanks in advance!

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RE: READ HERE FIRST!! How to tell if its A Real Saleen... - 5/17/2008 6:34:06 PM   
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Congrats on the purchase. 96-0314 is real. Only Saleen options were 3.55 gears and the Ford Factory Leather. Ship date of 07.18.1996, Make sure to post some pics when you get a chance.

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RE: READ HERE FIRST!! How to tell if its A Real Saleen... - 5/18/2008 4:01:54 AM   
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could one of u guys verify 02-50 100043 for me plz, thank you

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RE: READ HERE FIRST!! How to tell if its A Real Saleen... - 5/18/2008 8:08:05 AM   
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If it's a convertable, it's real. Ship date: 10.31.2002 Saleen options: 3.55 gears, speedster package, and black top.

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RE: READ HERE FIRST!! How to tell if its A Real Saleen... - 5/18/2008 11:22:21 AM   
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sure is thank you much

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RE: READ HERE FIRST!! How to tell if its A Real Saleen... - 6/21/2008 4:16:23 PM   
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I have seen ''06-1380 coupe 3V for sale in my town. Black, center exhaust, "E" hood (no other "E" markings I could see, diffusers and such) manual trans, upgraded Brembo drilled rotors (front/rear)

No price listed and do not know mileage. Thougth I would pimp his/her ride in case someone is interested, I could put in touch with seller.

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RE: READ HERE FIRST!! How to tell if its A Real Saleen... - 6/26/2008 6:21:44 AM   
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Hey guys, whats going on?  I am looking to purchase a 1988 Saleen from this guy near where I live.  He says its Saleen #554 and the VIN is:  1fabp41e7jf268649, thanks guys!

Just wanted to make sure its the real thing, he has the plate in the engine bay, but has no paperwork.  thanks!


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RE: READ HERE FIRST!! How to tell if its A Real Saleen... - 6/26/2008 8:52:33 PM   
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ORIGINAL: sykopafikjuggla

Hey guys, whats going on?  I am looking to purchase a 1988 Saleen from this guy near where I live.  He says its Saleen #554 and the VIN is:  1fabp41e7jf268649, thanks guys!

Just wanted to make sure its the real thing, he has the plate in the engine bay, but has no paperwork.  thanks!



88-0554.  Last 3 digits of Ford VIN are: 649.

1st owner list as a Bryan Epps in TX, 2nd is a Mitch Brown in TX, 4th a Matthew Snyder in VA.

No comments listed for the vehicle.


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RE: READ HERE FIRST!! How to tell if its A Real Saleen... - 6/30/2008 7:25:46 PM   
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Hi Guys,  great Forum here and great service you provide !  I''''''''m looking at a 1996 S281 #344 that is for sale locally.  The VIN is listed as 1FALP42X3TF215924.  The ad says it has the original Vortech V-1 w/ gen 3 bracket upgrade and 3.3" pulley (whatever that means). Can someone tell me if it''''''''s the real deal Saleen ?  I can provide more info if needed.  Many thanks !  P.S.  It''''s a hardtop coupe.

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RE: READ HERE FIRST!! How to tell if its A Real Saleen... - 6/30/2008 7:49:21 PM   
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Looks like the VIN checks out.  However, I believe the S-351''s were the only Saleens to see factory-installed superchargers that year. 

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RE: READ HERE FIRST!! How to tell if its A Real Saleen... - 7/1/2008 5:47:46 PM   
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Thanks for the answer Mills.  I read elsewhere in this forum that was the case about the SC not being original and you just confirmed it for me.  He claims 312 RWHP and according to one calculator that might be good for high 12''s in the Q-mile.  I would want a Saleen that would at least be a little quicker than my 89 Fox GT (probably a high 13 sec. car). How much HP are the mod motors good for before they go pop ?


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RE: READ HERE FIRST!! How to tell if its A Real Saleen... - 7/1/2008 8:00:56 PM   
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Great Color choice. The Mod motors can handle about 400-420rwhp. It all comes down to the tune.

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RE: READ HERE FIRST!! How to tell if its A Real Saleen... - 7/3/2008 5:54:45 AM   
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I have 2 numbers to check...both are from 1989...

1FABP41E7KF119448

1FABP44E7KF293189

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RE: READ HERE FIRST!! How to tell if its A Real Saleen... - 7/3/2008 7:24:07 AM   
sowaxeman



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^^What are the Saleen serial numbers?^^

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RE: READ HERE FIRST!! How to tell if its A Real Saleen... - 7/3/2008 7:34:26 AM   
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1FABP41E7KF119448 = #142

1FABP44E7KF293189 = #717

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RE: READ HERE FIRST!! How to tell if its A Real Saleen... - 7/3/2008 7:36:35 AM   
sowaxeman



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Thanks - I''ll look them up when I get home, unless somebody beats me to it

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RE: READ HERE FIRST!! How to tell if its A Real Saleen... - 7/13/2008 7:02:17 AM   
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Got another one I need checked out if someone would be so kind.  It''s a 2004 S281 #213, VIN# 1FAFP42X84F187875.  It has about 13K miles, and he''s asking about $20K.  No mods as far as I can tell. Is that a fair price ? Thanks !


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