Vehicle Description
1985 De Tomaso Pantera GT5 For Sale - One of Only 224 Pantera GT5's
built LMC is very proud to offer for sale this 1985 De Tomaso
Pantera GT5 As one of the world's first true supercars, the De
Tomaso Pantera needs little introduction. Coupling Ford power and
reliability with stunning Italian bodywork, the package was without
question an enthusiast's dream. Beautiful to behold and thrilling
to drive on public roads, yet equally competitive in motorsport (as
well as historic racing today), it is the quintessential
Italian-American hybrid. The car debuted in Modena in 1970 and was
presented at the New York Motor Show a few weeks after; the first
production Panteras were sold about a year later with roughly three
cars built per day. In 1975, Ford ceased interest in importing the
Pantera, but production continued on. In 1980, DeTomaso introduced
the GT5 with a wide-body styling, better brakes, larger wheels and
tires, and an overall higher level of comfort, performance and
exoticism. With only 224 original GT5s produced, this particular
example was sold new to the original owner B. Zale in Mclean, VA.
With only 7146 kilometers since new, this car is powered by the 351
CI V-8 engine and ZF 5-speed manual transmission accompanied by
power brakes and rack-and-pinion steering. Finished in red, this
muscular Pantera looks the business with a fiberglass delta wing
and refinished Campagnolo wheels. The interior is upholstered in
black leather and appointed with burlwood trim, black Veglia gauges
with green numerics and thick carpet. Pantera's have long inspired
enthusiastic driving and for good reason, as their mid-engine
placement, powerful drivetrain, flat cornering ability and driving
position ensure the car will not only go quickly and fast but, do
so with a high level of stability and control. An exotic answer to
many sports cars of the era, Pantera brought a unique flavor to the
Ford lineup, enticing an upscale, young, wealthier clientele to
Ford showrooms. This impressive and important Pantera comes fully
documented with known ownership history, De Tomaso order form and
registration paperwork. Rare and extremely unique, the opportunity
to acquire a Pantera GT5 is a treasure. Additional Details: -
