Summary

Extremely rare, one of 78 produced and one of four equipped with the $75,000 Saleen Competition package. 7.0-liter V8 engine and 6-speed manual transmission. Carbon-fiber body, race-spec chassis; signed by Steve Saleen. From The Scott Thomas Collection.

Details

Introduced at the August 2000 Monterey Historic Races at Laguna Seca Raceway, the S7 represented the culmination of Steve Saleen’s racing expertise with cutting-edge design and construction. On the track, the S7 stands as the winningest supercar-based racing vehicle of all time, chalking up an amazing record with 235 starts resulting in 118 Poles, 154 Podiums, 78 Wins and 10 GT Championships, including class victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. This 2003 Saleen S7 is 03-21, denoting the 21st S7 built in 2003. As one of just 78 cars built in total, including 15 track-bound 'R' Models, 03-21 is rarer still as one of four naturally-aspirated, 550hp examples equipped with the Saleen Competition Package. Priced at an additional $75,000, the package endowed the Saleen-specific 427ci V8 engine with an uprated camshaft, upgraded intake manifold and exhaust and reprogrammed ECU. Following purchase by Scott Thomas in 2016, the S7 was sent to Saleen’s factory workshop and thoroughly reviewed, with the only suggestions being a complete fluid flush and clutch replacement, both of which were duly completed. Additionally, larger and more comfortable custom seats were fitted, along with a set of 6-point harnesses. The original seats and belts were retained, and will be included in the sale should the new owner wish to reinstall them. Other features include clear bra paint protection, optional chromed wheels, remote door openers and a factory-upgraded touchscreen sound system (currently not operating). A clean CARFAX vehicle-history report and all maintenance records are included with the offering of this very special Saleen S7, which is capable of reaching 224-plus mph and even carries Steve Saleen’s autograph. As related by the owner, this Competition Package-equipped 2003 Saleen S7 is “…a very fast car that is fun to drive and never fails to draw admiring looks everywhere it goes.” Simply stunning, this rare and potent performer exemplifies Saleen’s race-proven “supercar” concept on every possible level. From The Scott Thomas Collection.