- 1985 Model Year DeTomaso Pantera GT5
- Medium Garnett Red exterior
- Beige interior
- Current owner reports car was repainted Medium Garnett Red
- Current owner reports whole car was ceramic coated
- For sale by original owner
- Gated manual transmission
- Current owner reports Engine was swapped with a stroked 351 Cleveland motor in 1989
- Gotty wheel option reported by current owner
- Current owner reports aftermarket stereo installed
- Current owner reports GT5 Trim is extremely rare
An Italian-American confluence, the De Tomaso Pantera was the brainchild of Alejandro De Tomaso. An Argentinian by birth, he founded De Tomaso Automobili and started knocking out some awe-inspiring sports cars that are collectibles today. The Pantera, Italian for panther, is arguably the most famous De Tomaso. Over 7,000 were produced between 1971 and 1992, and three-quarters ended up in the United States. This 1985 De Tomaso Pantera GT5 is your chance to own one of these beautiful brutes that will keep you entertained no matter what kind of drive you choose to take in it. It's for sale by its original owner too.
Exterior and Interior
Styled by Tom Tjaarda, the Pantera's hunkered-down stance, this 1985 De Tomaso Pantera GT5 looks absolutely like nothing else in its Medium Garnett Red paintwork, which is said to be a repaint. Low to the ground and sporting a rakish spoiler, it's only accentuated by the gleaming Gotty optional alloy wheels wrapped in low-profile tires. The current owner reports that the entire car has been ceramic coated. Everything looks stunning, from the badges to the lights, and yes, it has pop-up headlamps. The interior of this 1985 De Tomaso Pantera GT5 is a similarly dramatic affair. It can accommodate just two people and features a beige color theme. You'll appreciate the plush nature of the seats, door cards, and leather-trimmed dash, all hallmarks of the Eighties. The dash also features wood trim and some lovely analog gauges by Veglia. There's a beautiful gated manual transmission to row through the gears with. Your feet will operate drilled metal pedals while your hands grip the sporty steering wheel with the De Tomaso crest in the center. This Pantera also has climate control, an aftermarket stereo, and upgraded speakers.
Engine
This 1985 De Tomaso Pantera GT5 has reportedly received an engine upgrade in 1989 and has a stroked 351ci Cleveland motor powering it. Outputs when new would have been around 345hp and 333lb-ft. A five-speed gated manual sends power to the rear wheels. All round disc brakes help reign in the panther when the time to do so arrives.
The 1971 De Tomaso Pantera was already an unusual machine when new, combining Italian mid-engine styling with American V8 muscle, but this example takes that formula much further. Showing 30,582 miles, this Pantera has been extensively updated and refurbished while retaining the 351ci Cleveland V8 and 5-speed manual transaxle layout that defines the model. According to the seller, virtually every major area of the car has been addressed apart from the ZF transaxle, which is reported to function well. Finished in Concours Red over a custom White leather interior, the car features an all-steel body with flared fenders, ground effects, brake-cooling ducts, shaved door handles, modified headlight buckets, Group 4 tail lights, and a relocated fuel door. Underneath, the build extends to Koni suspension components, upgraded braking hardware, stainless cooling components, and a thoroughly reworked Cleveland V8. This is less a lightly modified Pantera and more a comprehensive enthusiast build centered on preserving the model’s raw character while sharpening nearly every part of the experience.
If you grew up as a petrolhead, then you no doubt dreamt of certain machines. Likely, the next best alternative to owning an exotic machine from your childhood was a poster on the wall and a whole lot of manifestation. Well, presented here is the stuff of countless childhood dreams, and it comes in the shape of this 1972 DeTomaso Pantera. This Italian powerhouse is a true automotive icon and even comes with all its receipts and invoices back to the ’80s.
When you think of 80s icons, it's hard not to overlook the legendary DeTomaso Pantera. The Italian hunk was an iconic machine from all fronts and graced the front page of automotive magazines worldwide on release. With iconic looks and performance paired with a rich history, the DeTomaso Pantera is classic supercar ownership done right. On offer is your chance to get behind the wheel of this legendary 1985 DeTomaso Pantera GT5. This '80s superhero has a reported 25,000 miles on the clock and is a rare GT5 trim for sale by its original owner.
The 1971 De Tomaso Pantera was already an unusual machine when new, combining Italian mid-engine styling with American V8 muscle, but this example takes that formula much further. Showing 30,582 miles, this Pantera has been extensively updated and refurbished while retaining the 351ci Cleveland V8 and 5-speed manual transaxle layout that defines the model. According to the seller, virtually every major area of the car has been addressed apart from the ZF transaxle, which is reported to function well. Finished in Concours Red over a custom White leather interior, the car features an all-steel body with flared fenders, ground effects, brake-cooling ducts, shaved door handles, modified headlight buckets, Group 4 tail lights, and a relocated fuel door. Underneath, the build extends to Koni suspension components, upgraded braking hardware, stainless cooling components, and a thoroughly reworked Cleveland V8. This is less a lightly modified Pantera and more a comprehensive enthusiast build centered on preserving the model’s raw character while sharpening nearly every part of the experience.
If you grew up as a petrolhead, then you no doubt dreamt of certain machines. Likely, the next best alternative to owning an exotic machine from your childhood was a poster on the wall and a whole lot of manifestation. Well, presented here is the stuff of countless childhood dreams, and it comes in the shape of this 1972 DeTomaso Pantera. This Italian powerhouse is a true automotive icon and even comes with all its receipts and invoices back to the ’80s.
When you think of 80s icons, it's hard not to overlook the legendary DeTomaso Pantera. The Italian hunk was an iconic machine from all fronts and graced the front page of automotive magazines worldwide on release. With iconic looks and performance paired with a rich history, the DeTomaso Pantera is classic supercar ownership done right. On offer is your chance to get behind the wheel of this legendary 1985 DeTomaso Pantera GT5. This '80s superhero has a reported 25,000 miles on the clock and is a rare GT5 trim for sale by its original owner.
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