Original 1975 De Tomaso Pantera GTS upgraded to FIA Gp4

HTP

 

The Pantera was designed by American-Dutch designer Tom Tjaarda and replaced the Mangusta. Unlike the Mangusta the Pantera’s chassis consists of a steel monocoque, the first time that De Tomaso used this construction.  

After the Pantera had begun production, De Tomaso introduced a motorsport-oriented Group 4 version of the Pantera GTS.  British engineer and driver Mike Parkes who had previously developed racing cars for Ferrari was tasked with the development of the new car. 

 

The announcement of the 911 beating Pantera Group 4, prompted Porsche to the development of the 911 RS and RSR and Porsche used all of its influence with the FIA to increase the minimum weight limit of the Pantera to 1250 kgs which still makes for a very competitive package.  A Pantera Group 4 is widely recognized as one of the best -if not THE best- handling Group 4 sportscar of its era. 

 

The car on sale ticks all the boxes: Road registration, FIA HTP and a new powerful engine connected to a correct ZF transaxle gearbox. 

 

·        1975 Chassis #7402, an Original GTS

·        Factory delivery documentation available 

·        Prepared by Knight Racing UK and completely recommissioned in 2022 

·        New Ford 351ci 492 hp engine with less than 200 kms since rebuild

·        Dyno sheet available 

·        Correct ZF transaxle 

·        Complete service carried out in 2022

·        “The Psychedelic” Livery is wrapped over a clean silver body. 

·        Tillet Seat, Harness and fire extinguisher are all in date

·        Foam filled original fuel tanks

·        2 Extra rims

·        French road registration 

·        FIA HTP until 2033