SMS Supercars releases more 460 Mustang details

Steve Saleen and his company SMS Supercars unveiled the first CAD illustrations of the 2010 SMS 460 Mustang at the “Mustangs Northwest Roundup” event in Seattle. The SMS 460 Mustang will be the only Mustang authorized to bear Steve Saleen’s name, to use the benefit of his heritage and to incorporate his performance innovations derived from over thirty years of racing and manufacturing experience.

The SMS 460 Mustang will offer a 4.6L V8 engine featuring 470 hp and 427 lb-ft of torque, while the even more powerful SMS 460X Mustang engine with all new internals and extensive headwork pumps out 655 hp and 600 lb-ft from the enlarged 5.0L V8. Both use the new SMS 296 Supercharger for their incredible horsepower and torque gains. Transmission options are a 5-speed automatic or 5-speed manual on the 460 or a 6-speed SMST manual on the top of the line 460X. Performance for both cars is striking.

The SMS 460 Mustang does the 0-60 mph run in under 4.5 seconds, while the 460X manages the same in closer to 4 seconds. In addition to engine output, handling, road holding and braking improvements, the 2010 SMS 460 Mustangs will feature Steve’s signature Watt’s linkage suspension with all-new geometry. New SMS 15-inch six piston front and 13-inch four piston rear brakes deliver impressive stopping power to match the jaw-dropping acceleration. The SMS 460X Mustang will also feature the unique Steve Saleen Red Butterfly Induction System.

The interior with all-new Alcantara and leather SMS performance seats features the patented Signature Series chevron stripes. Multiple seat chevron and SMS unique exterior colors are available through the SMS Tailor Made options.

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1. Too bad a series of poor management decisions drove the former Saleen into the ground. After creating the late-model Mustang performance segment, they completely lost touch with their audience and their customers. As far as I’m concerned, all recent model Saleen’s have been too much about bling and lifestyle and fell short in the performance area. Yeah, sure, anyone can throw on a supercharger on and make impressive horsepower stats…great to impress some naïve auto enthusiasts, but how does the car really handle? Compare it to a base Mustang GT and of course it’s better, but try comparing it to a world class sports car – like a Vette, Viper or Porsche. Saleen needs to get back to its road racing roots and substantially improve on track performance. Griggs Racing Products (Petaluma, CA), is a small niche Mustang suspension/chassis company that offers parts for those that want to build your own track worthy car and they also offer the GR40, a complete turn-key car that would destroy any Saleen/Roush/Shelby on the track. Unfortunately, they don’t have mega-millions in advertising budgets to reach out to the world. What a shame…because their product is far superior! Check them out at http://www.gr40.com. I am speaking from experience…I have two Mustangs – a 2003 SC Saleen and 2002 SC Griggs — and have track tested them both…there simply is no comparison in cornering, braking, over ride quality, road manners….and lap times! Maybe Saleen should take care of the styling and leave the chassis to the experts…Griggs Racing Products. I say, go Griggs…or go home!

   

   David

   23 Jul 09 at 12:20 pm

    

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