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2008 Saleen Limited-Edition Patriot American Flag Mustang
The Patriot Edition Pony Car

By Jonathan Lamas, About.com

2008 Saleen Limited-Edition Patriot American Flag Mustang

Photo © Saleen

Specifications

Engine
  • 4.6L (281 cid) 3-Valve SOHC V8 465 HP @ 5800 RPM, 425 lb/ft TQ @ 4000 RPM
  • 3.55" x 3.54" Bore and Stroke
  • 39 lb/hr Fuel Injectors
  • 98 mm MAF
  • Port Matched Series VI Integrated Twin-Screw Supercharger
  • Dual-Stage Water-to-Air Intercooler System
  • Hi-Flow Inlet Tube
  • Air Box Cover & Filter
  • PowerFlash tm Performance Calibration
  • 2.5 Stainless Steel Center Exhaust System

Drivetrain

  • 5-Speed Manual Transmission, with 8.8 Differential
  • 3.31:1 Final Drive

Suspension

  • Linear-Rate
  • Coil Springs
  • Sway Bars
  • 1.38" with HD Bushings (F) .79" (R), Front Struts (N2)
  • Rear Shocks (N2)
  • Three-Link
  • Live Rear Axle with Panhard Rod

Brakes

    Power Assisted 4-Wheel Disc Brakes with ABS
  • 12.4" Vented Front Disc Brake System
  • 11.8" Vented Rear Disc Brake

Wheels/Tires

    20" Chrome Finished Alloy
  • High Performance Dunlop Tires
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Exterior

    Injection Molded Thermoplastic Olefin
  • Front & Rear Fascias
  • Injection Molded TPO Side Skirts & Door Cladding
  • Front Grille
  • Integrated Front Turn Signals
  • Rear Center Body Panel
  • Rear Spoiler & End Caps
  • S281 Supercharged Graphics & Identification
  • RF Red Saleen Windshield Graphic
  • RF Red Saleen Bumper Insert
  • RF Red Serialized Front Bumper
  • Serialized Engine Bay Plaque
  • Championship Wreath Graphic

Interior

    Leather Performance Driving Seats with Red Stitching
  • 6-Way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat & Power Lumbar
  • 6-Gauge Instrument Cluster with 200 MPH Speedometer & MyColor Feature
  • Chrome Dash Vent Bezels
  • Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel with Badge
  • Leather Shift Boot with Red Stitching
  • Leather-Wrapped Billet Shift Knob & Short-Throw Shifter
  • Performance Driving Pedals with Driver Foot Brace
  • Serialized Dash Plaque
  • S281 Floor Mats & Aluminum Door Sill Plates
  • Saleen Key Fob
  • One-Touch Up/Down Power Windows
  • AM/FM/CD Sound System
  • Two Power Outlets
  • Variable-Speed Windshield Wipers
  • Air Conditioning
  • Rear Window Defroster
  • Dual Power Side-View Mirrors
  • Saleen/Eagle One Detail Kit
  • Owner's Document Portfolio & Warranty Guide

Safety

    Dual-Stage Airbags
  • Driver's Seat Position Sensor
  • Crash Severity Sensor
  • Lower Anchors & Tethers for Children (Latch) Safety Seats
  • Remote Keyless & Illuminated Entry System 3-Point Safety Belts for All Seating Positions
  • Side-Impact Door Beams

Source: Saleen Automotive

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