The 1988 Saleen Mustangs were essentially carryover models from the previous year. They had minimal changes. Monroe shock absorbers replaced the Koni units after Monroes helped Saleen racecars turn faster lap times. Pioneer got the not to replace Kenwood as the official stereo supplier to Saleen Autosport. The Escort radar detector was dropped from the standard equipment list.
Saleen’s racecraft suspension system included specific rate front and rear coil springs, Monroe shock absorbers, special strut mounting bearings, urethane sway bar pivot bushings and high performance chassis alignment specs. Other standard equipment included 225/50VR-16 General XP-2000V tires, Monroe quad shock absorbers, a Saleen aerodynamic kit, a 170-mph speedometer, a leather covered gearshift knob, a Hurst quick ratio shifter, articulated FloFit sport seats, a three-spoke Momo steering wheel and a Saleen jacket. The standard stereo was comprised of a Pioneer KEH 6050 AM/FM system with a cassette tape player, a Pioneer BP 880 graphic equalizer and six speakers.
The only option listed by the factory was a 3.55:1 rear axle, although customers could make special requests such as for automatic transmission, a sun roof and certain aftermarket performance enhancements. Running changes though the production year were minimal.
Participating Ford dealers ordered cars for Saleen conversions with the following specs: Mustang LX Hatchback, coupe or convertible, 5.0-liter V8, five speed manual transmission, 3.08:1 limited slip axle, 225/60VR-15 tires, radio delete, Custom Equipment group and rear window defogger. Cruise Control was not offered because it interfered with the addition of a custom steering wheel.
With enthusiasm and name recognition building for Saleen’s modified Mustangs, it was no surprise that 708 of them were sold in 1988, including 137 convertibles and 25 coupes.
The 1988 Saleen Mustangs were essentially carryover models from the previous year. They had minimal changes. Monroe shock absorbers replaced the Koni units after Monroes helped Saleen racecars turn faster lap times. Pioneer got the not to replace Kenwood as the official stereo supplier to Saleen Autosport. The Escort radar detector was dropped from the standard equipment list.
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