Here is the deal, and don't let anyone tell you differently. EVERY Saleen Mustang produced has a number assigned to it, s351,281e,281sc,281, every one of them. The Explorers even have numbers. If the car doesn't have a number on the bumper, check the dash, not on the dash, check for a authenticity plate under the hood. If there are no numbers to be found, it ain't real-straight up. Why? The number is your "club card" so to speak. Anyone who pays the extra price to buy a Saleen Mustang certainly is NOT gonna remove all of the emblems that prove it's authenticity. I suppose it's possible, but highly unlikely. It'd be like pulling off the Cobra emblems off of your ride. You want everyone to KNOW it's a Cobra! As someone mentioned already, if it doesn't have numbers and the owner claims it's real, run the VIN number or call Saleen. Resale value goes down the tubes without the proof. Some people have modified their cars with true Saleen parts from the motor on down to the suspension, body, and decals. They look real, run real, but they're not "real". Not to say that they aren't as good, though. I've seen some pretty sweet clones that only with an educated eye, one could tell the difference. But, if you're gonna buy one, make sure it's real before you pay the higher price for one. Hope this helps. Peace.
2000 Saleen S281 #12
