Verdict
A
← Saleen S7 · 2000-2009 · S7
Saleen S7
American mid-engine supercar. Twin Turbo did 248mph. Almost nobody knows.
BHP
750 bhp
0–60
2.8 s
Top speed
248 mph
MPG
11.0 mpg
Used
$600,000-$1,200,000
Strengths
- Genuinely a supercar — the numbers stand up
- Hand-built, low production (~80 cars)
- Rare appreciation candidate
Weaknesses
- Saleen support is patchy after company restructurings
- Parts availability for Saleen-specific bits is rough
- Visibility is supercar-bad
Notable tech
- Mid-engine layout, all-aluminium tube-frame chassis with carbon-fibre body
- Saleen-built 427ci small-block (Ford-derived bottom end)
- 6-speed manual only
- Twin Turbo (2005+) made 750bhp
Common issues
- Cooling system reliability under hard use
- Saleen-sourced electronics are dated
- Carbon body panel repair specialists are few
Used-market budget
$650,000
Typical price point for a well-maintained example with full service history. Cars priced significantly below this often require remedial work.