14 BLOG_IMAGE_659 On the occasion of the 45th anniversary of the launch of the original Mustang in 1964, and in reflection on his 25 year association with America’s iconic sports car<!--preview-->, Steve Saleen celebrates by launching the first sketch of the 2010 SMS 460 and SMS 460X Mustangs. <!--more--> Instantly recognizable as Steve Saleen’s work, the new SMS 460 Mustangs feature a host of visual and technical highlights that set them apart from the crowd. “I previewed many of the features of my newest Mustang with the LINK_TO "25th anniversary car", "http://www.smssupercars.com/25a.html" I showed last year,” says SMS Supercars CEO and President Steve Saleen. The front fascia treatment, the SMS Red Butterfly Air Induction Hood, the front and side splitters, the rear fascia and diffuser with the high downforce rear wing shows the way Steve Saleen is looking at Mustangs today. BLOG_IMAGE_660 The SMS 460 Mustang offers a 4.6 liter V8 engine featuring a minimum 470 hp and 427 ft-lb of torque, while the even more powerful SMS 460X Mustang, with all new engine internals and headwork, delivers 655 hp and 600 ft-lb out of the enlarged 5.0 liter V8. Both use the new SMS 296 Supercharger. Transmission options are a 5-speed automatic or 5-speed manual on the 460 or a 6-speed SMST manual on the top of the line 460X. BLOG_IMAGE_661 The SMS 296 Supercharter system is a twin-screw design that utilizes the LYS32M3 compressor module by Lysholm. Packaged with an SMS manifold, the supercharger displaces an astounding 3.2 cubic meters of air per minute. The SMS Six-Pack™ Intercooler System features six cylindrical microfin intercoolers, which provide more than 60% additional cooling and flow efficiency when compared to box type intercoolers. This optimized system features a single pass coolant flow, a 90 l/min water pump and a high-volume dual pass heat exchanger to handle the most extreme horsepower configurations. Additional features include an SMS 100mm throttle body, an 8-rib drive-pulley system and a variety of available color options. BLOG_IMAGE_662 Performance for both cars is expectedly striking. The 460 Mustang accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in the low 4 seconds, while the 460X manages the same in the lower 4’s. In addition to engine output, handling, roadholding and braking play an equally important role. The 2010 SMS 460 Mustangs feature Steve’s signature Watt’s linkage rear suspension with all-new geometry. New SMS front and rear brakes deliver impressive stopping power to match the jaw-dropping performance. The interior, with all-new Alcantara and leather SMS performance seats, features the patented Signature Series chevron stripes. Dash and interior panels are covered in hand-stitched, high-quality leather. Multiple seat chevron and SMS unique exterior colors are available. More details about Steve Saleen’s latest Mustang will be revealed in the spring of 2009, deliveries are expected to start mid-summer. Customers interested in buying an SMS 460 or SMS 460X Mustang can contact LINK_TO "SMS Supercars", "http://www.smssupercars.com". 0 2009-04-17T17:49:18-04:00 378 steve saleen, sms, saleen, saleen supercharger, sms supercharger, mustang watts link, 296 supercharger, techco, sms 460, sms 460x, sms 460 mustang, saleen 460 mustang saleen-sms-460-mustang-sketch 2009-04-17 active /uploads/blog_images/0000/0658/SMS_460_Mustang_Sketch1.jpg 2009-04-17T18:11:26-04:00 4 3763