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04-15-2014, 07:25 AM
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Saleen Tesla Model S Rendering Revealed Quote:
When we last heard from Saleen, CEO Steve Saleen advised everyone to, “Throw out [their] preconceived notions and expectations,” about the upcoming all-electric Saleen Tesla Model S tuner car. As promised, the first renderings reveal that Saleen’s first foray into non-combustion tuner cars could preview the most exciting and exhilarating all-electric sports car to date.
We’ve already seen that the top-trim Tesla Model S P85 is a capable car that can out-drag performance cars like the BMW M5 and 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Z51. Now Saleen looks to have completely upgraded the Tesla Model S from bumper to bumper, leading us to believe that the tuned version’s performance will far surpass that of the already potent P85.
See all 4 photos "I'm exceedingly proud of the work that my design team has done in creating these first images of what I expect to be an exceptional automobile," said Saleen in a statement. "We stand on the shoulders of greatness for sure, as we modify the truly inspired design of the Tesla Model S, yet I believe firmly that these images convey my expectation for a vehicle that expands on that heritage and creates something remarkable."
Tesla enthusiasts will now have a choice when it comes to buying an upgraded Model S, as there is already a new body kit available from Bulletproof Automotive.
Exterior upgrades for the Saleen Tesla Model S are comprehensive, beginning with an aggressive aero package. A new hood with a V-shaped bulge is flanked by dual air intakes, and the restyled front bumper receives larger front intakes and a low-mounted, split diffuser. Along the car’s side, we can also see larger rocker sills and carbon fiber side skirts. Aerodynamics should also improve thanks to Saleen’s revised rear end, which adds a new rear spoiler mounted on the trunk, carbon fiber trim stretching between the taillights, and a carbon fiber rear diffuser. Interior treatment should include generous amounts of Alcantara and sporty red stitching.
“As pleased as I am by the aesthetics seen in these renderings, perhaps the true Saleen mark will be best exhibited by the mechanical enhancements that will only be seen as the live vehicle hits the streets this summer," said CEO Saleen.
We can see that Saleen will supply the tuned Tesla with huge five-spoke wheels which reveal high-performance carbon-ceramic brakes with red calipers, but no other details about mechanical changes are available yet. The current Tesla Model S P85 employs an all-electric drivetrain with 416 hp and 443 lb-ft of torque, meaning Saleen’s tuning could create a seriously scary electric powerhouse. The first Saleen Tesla Model S will finish production this summer.
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04-15-2014, 08:12 AM
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Want. Front end on the orange one looks like the 12C
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04-15-2014, 09:20 AM
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That's pretty neat!
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04-15-2014, 09:28 AM
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I like the looks but the idea that somehow adding a body kit and some carbon trim will result in "the tuned version’s performance will far surpass that of the already potent P85" is pretty ridiculous - sensationalized reporting, anybody?
Does anybody have any info if there is anything Saleen can do to the drivetrain?
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so from the looks of it , when this comes out i will be paying $2-2:50 @ the pump
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04-15-2014, 11:17 AM
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Originally Posted by lowside67  I like the looks but the idea that somehow adding a body kit and some carbon trim will result in "the tuned version’s performance will far surpass that of the already potent P85" is pretty ridiculous - sensationalized reporting, anybody?
Does anybody have any info if there is anything Saleen can do to the drivetrain?
Mark | from the article i posted above: Quote: “As pleased as I am by the aesthetics seen in these renderings, perhaps the true Saleen mark will be best exhibited by the mechanical enhancements that will only be seen as the live vehicle hits the streets this summer," said CEO Saleen.
We can see that Saleen will supply the tuned Tesla with huge five-spoke wheels which reveal high-performance carbon-ceramic brakes with red calipers, but no other details about mechanical changes are available yet. The current Tesla Model S P85 employs an all-electric drivetrain with 416 hp and 443 lb-ft of torque, meaning Saleen’s tuning could create a seriously scary electric powerhouse. The first Saleen Tesla Model S will finish production this summer. | i'm going to go with saleen's past track history at building fast cars and believe that whatever he makes is going to be good.
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04-15-2014, 11:20 AM
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Originally Posted by thumper from the article i posted above: | I did see that, but mechanical can very simply mean coilovers and sway bars - my question was is there any indication that anybody can tweak with the electric motors in these cars yet? (Not just Saleen)...
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The car is programmed to get the most range from the battery. I think the could re program it for performance sacrificing range.
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Originally Posted by lowside67 I did see that, but mechanical can very simply mean coilovers and sway bars - my question was is there any indication that anybody can tweak with the electric motors in these cars yet? (Not just Saleen)... | Yeah the style of reporting doesn't give me a tonne of faith that the reporter knows "tuning" an electric motor isn't the same as tuning an internal combustion engine.
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I am also curious about how "tuned" the vehicle will be. It appears to be all styling at this point. Like lowside67 said, how does one extract more power out of these electric motors and how can the transmission be upfitted to handle that new power?
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I have been wanting an electric car for a while... 
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Cars are so fucking fast these days, I kind of want a car around 300-350 hp that is just really enjoyable to drive
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04-15-2014, 04:25 PM
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09-10-2014, 01:45 AM
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^ Lol, good old American manufacturing -- a LOT of crooked stitching in that interior. However, fucking brilliant idea to put in those straight cut gears or whatever they are using to generate all that noise.
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09-10-2014, 05:06 AM
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wait... why do you need intake on an electric car ? o.O
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09-10-2014, 06:38 AM
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Originally Posted by J____ wait... why do you need intake on an electric car ? o.O | too keep electrics cool, similar to why computers have fans......just an assumption though
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