Saleen has now announced pricing details for both models and new specifications. The SMS 570 Challenger will start at $60,000, while the 570X model will start at $70,000. Both models will carry a bumper-to-bumper factory warranty and are expected to start production at the end of the year. Production numbers will be based on the level of orders SMS receives for the new cars and each limited edition vehicle will be personally signed by Steve Saleen.
The cars will feature Saleen’s current SMS 296 supercharger, which is applicable to both the 5.7L and 6.1L HEMI V8 engines. The water-to-air intercooled unit features state-of-the-art asymmetric multi-lobe screws for maximum efficiency. It also features a bypass system to allow for off-boost cruising. A belt-driven pulley spins the screws to drive the compressed air into the engine, while the Venturi and high-flow filter help keep the flow at high speeds.
Other modifications include SMS branded drivetrain, suspension, braking, aerodynamics, tires, wheels and interior pieces. Some of the highlights include 20in alloys with 14in brake rotors up front and 12in units in the back, a full bodykit with a carbon-fiber diffuser, two-tone leather trim, and new gauges.
Reader Comments
Mon May 12 2008 7:24 PM
Michael D. says
This is uplifting news. This will also be something to look forward to.
One question: will the SMS 570TM and SMS 570XTM models be essentially customized, tuned Challengers (i.e., Salleen Mustangs and F150s), or have unique bodys, but essentially based on the Challenger's underpinnings?
Mon May 12 2008 9:53 PM
Michael D. says
Now that a pic was updated, it appears that the SMS 570TM and SMS 570XTM is the tuned Challenger, as is the Saleen Mustang series and F150 - all I can say is: Sweet!!
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