Is this why 2000_Black_RT10 estimated $180,000?

[Tom F&L GoR]

This month's issue of the Society of Automotive Engineers magazine has an article about a Saleen prototype. Saleen "helped" with the Ford GT. Notice the similarities to 2000_Black_RT10's predicted Gen 5 Viper:

• The Viper and S7 are steel frames and Saleen is looking to use more aluminum like the GT.
• Using a tried and true engine; Ford supplied the 5.0L while Dodge supplies the V10.
• Keeping the racing roots, mostly LeMans style.
• Small scale design team via CATIA, Unigraphics... (who just did stress analysis of a front lower arm?)
• Carbon fiber body.
• For a sales volume of 500 per year, the current estimated price is $185,000

The bad news is the price is to rise to $225,000 to $250,000 when/if it reaches the market. Maybe somebody, perhaps with auto design experience, knows some more? I'd like to hear more about the marketing, target audience, and profitability!

Vehicles - Automotive Engineering International Online

 

[Warfang]

shhhh... isn't it funny no one recognizes Clark Kent as superman just because he wears glasses?