2004 Saleen S7 Overview

Regardless of its claim to world's fastest, the Saleen S7 is still incredibly quick. That's all the more reason to fix it with an equally impressive suspension

The S7 is not only quick, but has also been equipped with a very impressive suspension system. (Photo: Saleen)

system. Underpinning the supercar are unequal length, double wishbones, light-weight aluminum dampers with coilover springs and an anti-roll bar up front, and unequal length, double wishbones, light-weight aluminum dampers, with coilover springs in the rear. While precision chassis components are essential to dynamic handling, the S7's rigid structure sets the stage for ultimate road-holding. Its space frame and lightweight steel construction features honeycomb composite panels for added stiffness. Aiding handling further are Saleen's own forged alloy wheels, 19 by 9.5 inches in the front and 20 by 13 inches in the back, shod with

Cruising at 320 km/h (200 mph) safety concerns become obvious, but the S7 is fully equipped for any unfortunate mishap. (Photo: Saleen)

275/30-19 front and 355/25-20 rear Pirelli P-Zero Rossa high-performance tires. Center locking wheel nuts with automatic safety locks complete the race-ready package.

The S7 stops via lightweight aluminum, six-piston caliper brakes, engineered by Saleen and built by Brembo. The front ventilated discs are 15 inches in diameter and the rears 14 inches.

Safety considerations are even more important at 320 km/h (200 mph), therefore Saleen has equipped the S7 with aluminum honeycomb impact absorbing panels, carbon fiber rocker panels and doors, an aluminum honeycomb front crush structure, integrated rear crumple zones, a center position fuel tank with passenger-side filler, and 3-point seat belts with automatic seat belt pretensioners. A theft-deterrent security system and electronic immobilizer system is also included.