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.
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: -
