Saleen S281

“	It’s no secret that Saleen’s creations are, for the most part, based on existing Ford models and then honed to perfection as trackday weapons. Saleen’s had a long time to perfect this art, and the S281’s unflappable handling (despite retaining the ancient rear live axle setup most other have abandoned) speaks to their mastery. No drag-only proposition, the S281 demolishes the skidpad and is perfectly content blasting through corners. It wouldn’t be a Saleen if there wasn’t some attention paid to the engine, and in this car’s case it’s the addition of a supercharger and intercooler that makes a huge difference in terms of available torque. The harder the S281 is pushed, the faster it wants to go, so the 0-60 mph numbers only tell part of the tale (although its 5 second run to 60 isn’t slow by any measure). Saleen’s body modifications also add aggression to the mustang’s lines, and a large 2.5-inch exhaust system makes all the right noises. It’s like a Mustang, but better.	”
— Official description

The 2000 Saleen S281 (also known as Saleen Mustang S281) is a front-engined sports car that is featured in Forza Motorsport and all subsequent Xbox 360 Motorsport titles.

Synopsis

The S281 is a range of modified Ford Mustangs by Saleen, with the 2000 model being a derivate of the fourth generation Mustang.

Based on the Mustang GT, it has a 4.6 liter pushrod V8 engine with a roots-type supercharger that increases power to 365 hp (272 kW). Other notable upgrades include a full body kit, bespoke suspension, 18 inch wheels and close-ratio gearbox.^[1]

Statistics

	Speed 6.4 Accel 6.1 Braking 4.8 Corner 4.8 Base Rarity 5.7	A4
Unlock Requirements North America: missing data Rarity: 5.5 Europe: missing data Rarity: 5.7 Asia: missing data Rarity: 6.5
Performance Speed: Top Speed: missing data Acceleration: 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): missing data 0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): missing data Braking: 120-0 mph (193-0 km/h): missing data Lateral Gs: 60 mph (97 km/h): missing data

	Speed 5.9 Acceleration 4.4 Braking 3.6 Handling 3.8 Base Rarity 5.4	C 547
Unlock Requirements North America: missing data Rarity: ? Europe: missing data Rarity: ? Asia: missing data Rarity: ?
Performance & Body Style Body Style: Coupé Speed: Top Speed: missing data Acceleration: 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): missing data 0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): missing data Braking: 60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): missing data 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): missing data Lateral Gs: 60 mph (97 km/h): missing data 120 mph (193 km/h): missing data

	Speed 6.0 Handling 5.1 Acceleration 5.3 Launch 5.7 Braking 4.8	C 387
Unlock Requirements Car Dealer: Purchase from the car dealer for 20,000 CR
Performance & Body Style Body Style: Coupé Speed: Top Speed: missing data Acceleration: 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): missing data 0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): missing data Braking: 60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): missing data 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): missing data Lateral Gs: 60 mph (97 km/h): missing data 120 mph (193 km/h): missing data

	Speed 6.2 Handling 4.9 Acceleration 6.9 Launch 6.7 Braking 4.7	B 447
Unlock Requirements Car Dealer: Purchase from the car dealer for 20,000 CR
Performance & Body Style Body Style: Sports Car Speed: Top Speed: 162.6 mph (261.6 km/h) Acceleration: 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 4.990 secs. 0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 11.880 secs. Braking: 60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 131.4 ft (40.1 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 355.9 ft (108.5 m) Lateral Gs: 60 mph (97 km/h): 0.87 g 120 mph (193 km/h): 0.83 g