1998: SCCA World Challenge
Saleen Mustangs dominate the season and capture the 1998 T1 SCCA Manufacturers Championship. Saleen drivers also achieve multiple first place wins, fastest laps, pole positions, and lap leaders.
1998: Saleen celebrates 15 Years
1997: 24 Hours of Le Mans
Steve Saleen and the Saleen/Allen “RRR” Speedlab compete at the 1997 24 Hours of Le Mans, marking the Mustang’s first return in over 30 years. This year Saleen also clinches the SCCA Manufacturers Championship title for the third time.
1997: Saleen Contour Concept
Saleen creates the Saleen Contour concept.
1997: Partnership with McDonald’s
Steve becomes a household name when fast food franchise McDonald’s selects the Saleen Mustang as the one of the premier prizes for their popular Big Win Monopoly Promotion.