Yearly Archives: 2025

Steve Saleen and Saleen Supercars: Pioneers of American Performance

Steve Saleen and Saleen Supercars: Pioneers of American Performance
When discussing the world of high-performance American automobiles, few names resonate as deeply as Steve Saleen. A visionary racer, engineer, and entrepreneur, Saleen is best known for his eponymous brand, Saleen Automotive, which has played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of American performance vehicles. From transforming Mustangs into track monsters to building one of the few true American supercars—the Saleen S7—Steve Saleen’s legacy is as fast-paced and fascinating as the cars that bear his name.
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1965 Ford GT 109 Roadster Prototype – the Only One to Race at the 24 Hours of Le Mans

1965 Ford GT 109 Roadster Prototype – the Only One to Race at the 24 Hours of Le Mans
This 1965 Ford GT Competition Prototype Roadster GT/109 was driven in the 24 Hours of Le Mans by legendary French racers Maurice Trintignant and Guy Ligier in 1965. The only Ford GT Roadster to ever compete at Le Mans, GT/109 is a forerunner to all of the glory that Ford garnered in its historic run to four consecutive overall victories at the 24 Hours of Le Mans from 1966 through 1969.
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