Vehicle Description
1985 DeTomaso Pantera GT5 Imported to the United States on December
4, 1984 by Claude Dubois of Special Automotive Marketing
International (SAMI) in Switzerland to Guy Anderson of the Exotic
Car Store in Smyrna, GeorgiaOriginally ordered for Barry Mandell of
Miami, FloridaOne of fewer than 252 such examples produced in
1985Documented with copies of the original MSO and bill of
ladingNaturally aspirated 351 CID V-8 engine with 345 horsepower
and 333 lbs-ft of torqueHolley four-barrel carburetorFactory rated
at 0-60 in 5.1 seconds and a top speed of 174 MPHZF five-speed
manual gearboxRack and pinion steeringFour-wheel disc brakesFactory
GT5 Fiberglass fender flares, spoilers and rear wingOne repaint in
original yellowBlack leather interiorPower windows,
air-conditioningVeglia instrumentsTinted glassWoodgrain interior
appointmentsCampagnolo wheels with spinner hubsVintage photos of
the car at the Atlanta Motor SpeedwayBelieved to be 60,278 miles,
metric odometer reads 96,971 kilometers Most Americans over age 45
recognize the DeTomaso Pantera as a mid-engine exotic imported and
sold through the Ford-Lincoln-Mercury dealership network between
1971 and 1975 that combined the beauty of an Italian body design
with the robust reliability and performance of an American V-8
engine. When is the last time you've seen a 80's Pantera come up
for sale? This was Guy Anderson's the importers, personal car since
2009! The featured 1985 DeTomaso Pantera GT5?one of fewer than 252
produced according to the Pantera Owners Club?represents a unique
period in the history of the marque. This example was made in
January 1985. Ford Motor Company and the Lincoln-Mercury Division
officially ceased importation of the Pantera into the U.S. in 1975,
shortly after discontinuing American production of the 351
Cleveland engine, the powerplant fitted in the Pantera. Undaunted
by the separation from Ford, Alejandro de Tomaso continued
production of the Pantera in Modena, Italy, from 1980-85 as the
GT5. The Pantera GT5 and later the GT5S was a limited-edition model
that would continue to use the Ford Cleveland 351 engine that was
now sourced from an Australian supplier. The car was visually
discernable from its predecessors as a ?wide-body? iteration with
its bonded and riveted-on fiberglass fender flares, lower
rocker-panel side skirting, integrated front air dam and large
fixed rear wing. The GT5 also featured a revised chassis, better
brakes and a more luxurious interior cabin with wood-grain
appointments. Presented in a bright yellow exterior with ultra-wide
Campagnolo wheels affixed with three-prong knock-off spinners, this
Pantera GT5 is an imposing sight to behold. Wipers and E-Brake are
inoperable. Those Campys rolls on Michelin TB5 Racing Tires, size
23 62R15 in front and 29 61R15 in back. The car was repainted once
and still presents to high standard with some minor imperfections
on close inspection. Despite its muscular appearance, it is
well-equipped with creature comforts, including air-conditioning,
power windows, tinted glass and supple leather seating. The car was
imported into the U.S. via Special Automotive Marketing in
Switzerland and delivered to the Exotic Car Store in Smyrna,
Georgia. This Pantera GT5 comes with documentation that includes
copies of the original MSO and bill of lading.Competition to this
Pantera in 1985 included Chevrolet?s Corvette, Ferrari?s 308 GTB,
Lamborghini?s Countach and Porsche?s 911. Panteras are not the
choice of wallflowers or drivers who dislike attention. The yellow
paint is just an added attraction. Stop by MotoeXotica Classic Cars
to look this Pantera over. While the 1971-1974 Panteras are
somewhat plentiful a 1985 Stateside is virtually unheard of. If
you've been waiting for one, don't wait long! VIN: THPNC009358EIN:
07378 This car is currently located at our facility in St. Louis,
Missouri. Current mileage on the odometer shows 96,971 kilometers
or 60,278 miles. It is sold as is, where is, on a clean and clear,
mileage exempt title. GET OUT AND DRIVE!!!? Note: Please see full
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