
- 1998 Saleen S281 Coupe
- 4.6L Naturally Aspirated V8
- Sequential Multi-Port Electronic Fuel Injection
- 5-Speed Manual
- RWD
- Black Exterior
- Black Interior
- Mach 460 Sound System
- Anti-Theft Alarm System
- Saleen Performance Air Filter
- Saleen Exhaust Mufflers
- Saleen Design Front Fascia
- Saleen Design Side Skirts
- Saleen Design Rear Valance
- Saleen S281 Rear Wing
- Saleen Racecraft Front & Rear Springs
- Saleen Racecraft Front Struts
- Saleen Racecraft Rear Shocks
- Saleen Racecraft Front Sway Bar
- Saleen Lightweight Chrome Alloy Wheel Package
- Saleen High Performance Alignment & Tuned Chassis
- Strut Tower Brace
- Saleen 160 MPH Speedometer w/ White-Faced Gauges
- Saleen Taillight Treatment
- Saleen Close Ratio Shifter
- Saleen Leather Gear Shift Knob w/ Insert
- Saleen 5-Spoke Wheel Center Caps
- Saleen Front Graphics & Identification
- Saleen Engine Bay Plaque
- Saleen Serialized Console Plaque
- Champion Spark Plugs
- 3.55:1 Differential
- 2-Point Chassis Brace
- 1 of 1 Saleen S281 Build
Extras Included in the Sale
- Official Documentation
The late 1990s were a defining era for specialty Mustangs, and few names carried more weight than Saleen. Showing just 24,423 miles, this 1998 Saleen S281 Coupe is already a highly desirable piece of American performance history—but what makes this example especially compelling is its reported 1-of-1 Saleen build configuration, elevating its collectibility well beyond that of a standard S281. Built during a period when Saleen transformed factory Mustangs into sharper, more exclusive performance machines, this coupe combines the raw analog charm of the SN95 platform with authentic Saleen engineering and unmistakable styling. Finished in black over black and equipped with the enthusiast-favorite 5-speed manual, this is exactly the kind of specialty Mustang collectors seek as appreciation for 1990s performance icons continues to grow.
Exterior and Interior
The exterior of this 1998 Saleen S281 Coupe immediately announces itself as something far more serious than an ordinary Mustang. Finished in black, the car wears the complete Saleen visual transformation that defined the S281 formula, including the aggressive Saleen-designed front fascia, sculpted side skirts, rear valance, and signature raised rear wing. Lightweight chrome Saleen wheels, front graphics, taillight treatment, and serialized identification details further confirm its authenticity, while the monochromatic presentation gives the car an especially sinister look. Even among specialty Mustangs, the Saleen aesthetic remains one of the most recognizable and enduring design packages of the era. The interior of this 1998 Saleen S281 Coupe continues the performance-focused atmosphere with several Saleen-exclusive touches that make the cabin feel distinctly special. Black upholstery keeps the presentation purposeful, while the serialized Saleen console plaque reinforces this car’s exclusivity. White-faced Saleen instrumentation with a 160-mph speedometer, the Saleen close-ratio shifter, and branded leather shift knob create the kind of tactile analog driving environment enthusiasts crave. Meanwhile, amenities such as the Mach 460 sound system and anti-theft alarm retain some factory comfort and practicality, making this a genuinely usable collectible rather than a stripped-down novelty.
Engine
Power comes from Ford’s dependable 4.6L naturally aspirated SOHC modular V8, factory rated at approximately 225 horsepower and 290 lb-ft of torque, paired with the enthusiast-essential 5-speed manual transmission and a 3.55:1 limited-slip differential. While later Saleens became more power-focused, the appeal of the 1998 S281 lies in its chassis engineering and analog driving character. Saleen’s upgrades include Racecraft springs, upgraded struts and shocks, a larger front sway bar, strut tower bracing, 2-point chassis reinforcement, tuned suspension geometry, and freer-flowing induction and exhaust components. The result is a sharper, more composed Mustang that delivers a distinctly more focused experience than the donor GT, preserving the kind of mechanical honesty that made specialty tuner cars of this era so memorable.
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