Saleen S5S Raptor

The Saleen S5S Raptor concept was named after the bird of prey, but the name also stands for ‘Saleen 5-liter Supercharged', denoting its undeniable intention to compete in the supercar performance sector. Designed at Detroit-based ASC by CCS graduate David Byron, the Raptor is more subtle than the somewhat vulgar S7 - as is apparent by its more reserved use of the definitive ‘gills' adorning the body panels - but no less American. Aspects of its limited-edition V12-powered predecessor have been retained and transferred to this concept, such as the lower front air intake and grille design, which is similar in shape. The front and rear end feature intersecting airvents that hint at other Saleen Mustangs currently in production. But while certain elements have a family resemblance, the design of the S5S Raptor is more elegant, with headlamps containing numerous LEDs that climb along the fender, giving it an aggressive DRG. Its muscular proportions are intersected by sleek lines which pull from the front over the fenders, with a chiselled edge running through the door to the air intake ahead of the rear wheel. Another air intake at the edge of the DLO against the C-pillar also feeds air to the mid-mounted V8. Above the unfinished interior is an all glass canopy, which flows over the cockpit to the rear, with the engine on display beneath. Like the front, the rear end also features LED lamps, but these span the width of the car below the integrated rear spoiler. The exhaust outlets are well integrated into the rear end and placed close to the ground, improving the dissipation of heat. Though Saleen is still currently considering whether it will build the S5S concept, the design is decidedly more refined than the S7. And with the company's long-standing reputation for creating high performance vehicles, it would certainly do well with buyers.

 

I want!

 

looks clean , too bad it's got a ford motor in it