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By Jen Dunnaway
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Saleen developed a Ford Ranger for SCCA truck racing in the 80's, and the rules stated that in order for it to be legal, an equivalent model had to be made available for public purchase. So 24 civilian-issue Rangers were rolled out in '88, along with the tiny handful of competition models built between 1987 and 1990. Here's one of them, in virtually mint condition, on eBay. The non-competition version has a 2.9L V6 and a five-speed, plus some pretty burly suspension upgrades and a bodykit. I dig the totally-80's striped velour interior. But the real kicker is seeing the Saleen lettering on the humble Ranger pickup. Check out the auction!



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[Boost Lee]

Wow!

To any typical Joe-bob, that would seem kind of silly...
But you're right.
Seeing the Saleen badging is just killer.
I had no idea these were made.

I love it!

Jeff

[CBus 06 GT]

I remember watching those truck races on ESPN in the late '80s. IIRC, the Archer brothers who are still active in Speed Touring racing were the big rivals to Saleen with their Jeep Comanches.

[MCRParts.com]

Pretty crazy, hey it even has halos too.