Saleen S7
America's first true mid-engined hypercar, evolved with 750 horsepower.
- Power
- 750 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 2.8 s
- Top speed
- 248 mph
- Est. value
- $850k–$1.3m
About the Saleen S7
The Saleen S7 Twin Turbo arrived in 2005 as a significant evolution of Steve Saleen's clean-sheet supercar, adding two Garrett turbochargers to the 7.0-litre Ford-derived V8. Built on a steel space-frame with carbon-fibre bodywork, it was designed to compete with the world's fastest exotics, offering a raw, analogue driving experience via a six-speed manual transaxle. Its racing pedigree is extensive, with the S7R variant achieving class wins at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Today, it is a highly coveted collector piece, representing a peak of American performance engineering from the mid-2000s.
Saleen S7 specs
The Saleen S7 produces 750 bhp (559 kW) and 949 Nm (700 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 2.8 seconds and has a top speed of 248 mph (399 km/h).
| Make | Saleen |
|---|---|
| Model | S7 |
| Trim | Twin Turbo |
| Years | 2005–2009 |
| Type | Hypercar |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | United States |
| Production | About 78 built |
| Original price | About $580,000 when new |
| Engine | 7.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 7,008 cc (7.0 litres) |
| Induction | Twin-turbocharged |
| Power | 750 bhp (559 kW) at 6,300 rpm |
| Torque | 949 Nm (700 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 2.8 s |
| Top speed | 248 mph (399 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,338 kg (2,950 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 561 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Saleen S7 worth?
A typical Saleen S7 is estimated to be worth $850,000 – $1,250,000 (about £634,000 – £932,000).
Its original price when new was about $580,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Saleen S7 rarity in CarSpot
The Saleen S7 is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 100 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Saleen S7 fun facts
- The S7's aerodynamics were so advanced that Saleen claimed it produced enough downforce at 160 mph to theoretically drive upside down.
- The driver's seat is positioned slightly towards the centre of the car to improve weight distribution and driver visibility.
- Despite its massive power, the S7 Twin Turbo lacks modern electronic aids like traction control or stability control.
