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Steve Saleen quits Saleen

that is to say, he quit is job as did lead engineer Bill Tally. Saleen sold the company and rights to his name a couple of years ago so naturally the company will go on making cars as usual. It just seems weird though. Of course, this isn't the first time a founder of a company has left while his name has stayed.

Saleen just won't be the same to me though :|

http://www.saleen.com/press-steve-retirement.htm

Quote:

IRVINE, CALIF., MAY 14, 2007 – Steve Saleen, founder and vice chairman of the board at Saleen Inc., today announced his official retirement from the company’s executive team. After years of planning, Mr. Saleen will take a greater step back from the company’s day-to-day operations to act as corporate spokesperson and ambassador for the brand.

“I have a vested interest in the company’s future and intend to remain involved,” said Steve Saleen. “I take great pride in knowing I have assembled a team of the most talented and innovative professionals in the industry. Each person at Saleen has helped me achieve my dream and will help to continue my legacy into the next generation of Saleen products and services.”

As founder and a major shareholder in the company, Mr. Saleen will continue to influence product design and development activities, as well as its branding strategies and promotional efforts.

OK first off big difference between QUIT and RETIRES.

Still beautiful cars, wish they could find a podium once in a while.

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Originally Posted by Sir_GT

source?

from the horse's mouth . . .

And to the retire vs quit people . . . he quit his job. He most likely has enough money for a relatively good retirement (I kid you not, his wife has expensive tastes, lol). I think he will find other things to do . . . so yea, not retirement. Lastly, I made it clear in the first sentence that I was referencing the man and not the company, don't get all upset :roll: