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Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Saleen have launched the amazing “Dark Horse” Mustang boasting a supercharged 302 cubic inch V8 engine capable of producing 620 hp and 600 lb.-ft. of torque. If that’s not enough, the car is the first production Saleen ever to feature a Speedlab SuperShaker under its hood. According to Dan Agnew, Powertrain Engineering Manager for Saleen, “The vehicle takes advantage of the ram effect into the SuperShaker air box. It increases pressure in the air box, which adds boost by 0.5 psi and holds air charge temperature relatively constant even with the higher boost.” That means drivers of the Dark Horse can expect to see even more power while out on the road.
On the outside Saleen says the car is a mix between the Saleen Extreme and the Saleen Heritage body styles. Upon first glance, the car comes across as a sleeper, boasting a flat black colour scheme with “Dark Horse” badging and “302 SC” markings on its hood. The car also features headlight splitters, a grille that reminds me of the one featured on the S197 Bullitt Mustang, and 275/35 ZR20 Pirelli tyres riding on 20-inch Saleen rims. The Dark Horse also features a Saleen gas cap, a rear spoiler, rear window louvers, and special quarter window panels featuring, you guessed it, a dark horse.
The Dark Horse Includes:
• Saleen Port Matched Series VI Integrated Screw type supercharger
• Forged aluminum pistons
• Forged steel connecting rods
• Forged steel crankshaft
On the inside the Saleen Dark Horse features a Saleen serialized engine plaque, navigation system, and sport leather seating with Alcantara inserts. The shifter knob features a Saleen red cap along with Saleen red trim near the bottom of the shifter boot. The car also features the official Saleen logo on the center of the steering wheel. You’ll also find several gauge pods mounted on the dash.
The company said production of the car would begin in November 2008 with a limited run of only 25 vehicles.

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