Price at about $590,000, the 2008 Saleen S7 Twin Turbo is a powerful mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive, and 2-passenger 2- door coupe that was designed to compete with the fastest and most powerful supercars. With an acceleration rate of 0-60mph in 2.8s, the 2008 Saleen S7 is one furious roadster, which is no doubt something to bear in mind if you were to compare car insurance for it.The projected fuel economy is 9mpg city and 15mpg highway.

With a twin-turbocharged V-8, aluminum block and heads engine that produces 750 bhp @ 6300 rpm and 700 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm of torque, the Saleen S7 Twin Turbo can reach a top speed of 200 miles per hour. The 6-speed manual transmission allows for smooth transitions. Steering consists of rack-and-pinion with hydraulic power assist. The hydraulic steering capability combined with Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 tires, a race-derived suspension, and a more rigid chassis, allows this fastcar to react to every tight curb with astounding grip.

The Saleen S7 Twin Turbo shape was designed for the best aerodynamics, drag-to-lift ratio, and extreme down force. At a speed of 160 mph the Saleen S7 produces its own weight in downforce. The body consists of steel-tube space frame reinforced with aluminum-honeycomb panels and the material is composed of .carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic and aluminum honeycomb. The S7’s long and curvy lines add flare to the fastcar. The front of the car contains angular cat’s-eye headlamp clusters and on the side are large gill-slits that send air to help cool the engine and rear brakes. At the rear is a wide flat spoiler to increase downforce and two large openings at the sides to get rid of the heat buildup from the brakes. Two four inch round exhaust pipes surround the license plate.


Standard accessories include a removable steering wheel and video rearview mirror, power windows and locks, remote locking, A/C, tilting and a sound system that includes the  Kenwood XXV-05V AM-FM radio/CD-DVD player with 2 speakers. Seats and other interior surfaces are covered in chic leather and suede. The Saleen S7 Twin Turbo is the longest and lowest two-seat sports car on the market.


“Terrific grip, fabulous performance, and race-honed control feel make the S7 Twin Turbo one of the most exhilarating rides on the planet. That should be enough street cred for anyone.”— Csaba Csere, caranddriver.com