- Car Location: Pennsylvania
- 351ci Ford Cleveland Original Motor
- Original Transmission
- All numbers match
- Repainted from Blue to White about 10 years ago
- Bumperettes from 1972
- European bumpers - OEM from 1972
- Gated manual transmission - 5 speed
- Disc brakes rebuilt
- Carb rebuilt
- New starter installed
- All maintenance up to date
- Laminated owners manual
- Garage kept
- Car Cover included in sale
De Tomaso, a name that is obscure in the general motoring world, but to the ones who dare to step into the world of rare limited-production automobiles, is a treat and worthwhile investment. The De Tomaso Automobil is an Italian sports car-manufacturing company founded in 1959 by Argentinian founder Alejandro De Tomaso. De Tomaso’s first venture was in the form of the De Tomaso Vallelunga a mid-engined sports car produced in 1964. With the success of the Vallelunga and the Ford powered Mangusta, De Tomaso went on to build arguably their most popular car the De Tomaso Pantera in 1971. Elvis Presley owned a Pantera. This is a 1974 De Tomaso Pantera Coupe from Pennsylvania, in exquisite condition, and with just 35,997 miles on the clock. The vehicle is reportedly garage kept, with all maintenance said to be up to date. The original owner’s manual is available and laminated for added protection from the elements. A car cover is included with the sale as an added bonus. Furthermore, it is reported to be a numbers-matching car.
Exterior and Interior
This 1974 De Tomaso Pantera Coupe is regaled in a brilliant white color which was repainted from its original blue ten years ago. The sides feature the “Pantera” wordings in black stencil. What made the Pantera stand out was De Tomaso’s first use of a steel monocoque chassis, which improved safety and reduced weight. The Pantera sits on a set of OEM De Tomaso alloys and wrapped in BF Goodrich radial T/A’s. The bumpers are OEM European bumpers with 1972 model bumperettes. The interior is fitted in complementing black leather, with all original fitments including the chrome-ringed dials and thin-rimmed steering wheel. A Sony radio cassette player from a slightly later era is installed too.
Engine
This 1974 De Tomaso Pantera Coupe is powered by a Ford built 5.8L 351ci Ford Cleveland V8 original motor. It is the same engine which was used in the Ford Mustang Mach 1 and the Ford Boss 351. This motor produces over 325hp and 344 lb ft of torque and is connected to the rear wheels through a gated five-speed manual transmission. The Autolite 4-barrel carburetor has been rebuilt and a new starter was added. The Pantera was rated to achieve a maximum speed of 159mph. The ventilated disc brakes have been rebuilt, assuring stopping power without compromise.
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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