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DETROIT, MI (Jan. 17, 2008) – 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.”

Exterior

Each badge is brushed billet, milled with the 25th Anniversary wreath. The car

rides on unique 20 inch forged aluminum alloy wheels with a state of the art

DurabrightTM corrosion resistant coating. The hand painted gunsight exterior

accent aims your attention from the rear of the car to the 25th Anniversary wreath

that adorns the hood. The Saleen engineered front carbon wind splitter and rear

air diffuser were designed to enhance the aerodynamics of the vehicle. The

vehicles sub 4 second 0-60 performance is arrested by massive 15 inch crossdrilled

vented rotors that are also unique to the “Sterling Edition”.

Interior

The interior of the car is wrapped in luxurious black Alcantara and leather, with

silver accent stitching on the door inserts, dash and center console. To

commemorate the 25th anniversary, a genuine sterling silver serialized medallion

adorns the instrument panel. To insure that the driver can always stay

connected, it includes a navigation system and iPod connector.

The car’s 620 horses are called into action at the simple push of a button by

virtue of the console mounted push button starter, offered for the first time on an

E car in this special edition model.

Lifestyle delivery

The “Sterling Edition” is packed with luxury and style that does not stop with the

vehicle. In fact, the customer will be welcomed to the brand in a way that is

genuine Saleen. “Every Sterling Edition S302E buyer will get the VIP

Treatment,” says Saleen VP of Sales, Mitchell Gadd.

In an extreme lifestyle statement, Saleen announced that every buyer of the

Sterling Edition will receive a first class round trip visit to the plant for a guided

tour, dinner with Saleen executives, a photo album and portfolio of the car, letter

of authenticity, a serialized car cover, and Saleen apparel. “Saleen is an

experience and the Sterling Edition is a highlight of that experience,” said

McCammon.

“We are anticipating a momentous year, beginning with our “Sterling Edition”. We

are working on some very exciting projects and are prepared to deliver

exceptional, innovative vehicles to the market,” said Chris Theodore, Saleen’s

Vice Chairman and Chief Technical Officer. calipers in the rear.

Story by Saleen