General description :
1972 DeTomaso PanteraThis extremely sought after 1972 DeTomaso Pantera featured here 48,192 miles on the odometer is available in a gorgeous color combination of red with an amazing white interior. It comes equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission, strong V8-engine, power windows, shaved doors, wide fender flares, 4-wheel disc brakes, and staggered wheels. Also included with this vehicle are receipts totaling over $12,000. An excellent opportunity to jump into the ownership of this amazing sports car which is mechanically sound. For $69,950
De Tomaso Automobili SpA was founded by the Argentine-born Alejandro de Tomaso in Modena Italy 1959. Originally, they produced various prototypes and racing cars, including a Formula One car for Frank Williams' team in 1970.
De Tomaso produced three classic sports cars
Vallelunga a mid-engined sports car with an aluminium backbone chassis and 104 bhp (78 kW) Ford Kent engine, reaching a top speed of 215 km/h. Only 53 were made in total.
Mangusta, introduced in 1966 was the first De Tomaso produced in significant numbers. The car had an American Ford 4.7-litre iron-block V8 engine and steel and aluminium coupé bodywork from Ghia. Roughly 400 Mangustas were built before production ended in 1971.
De Tomaso's most famous (and numerous) model Pantera appeared in 1971 with a 351 Cleveland Ford V8 and a low, wedge-shaped body designed by Ghia's Tom Tjaarda. In total 6,128 Panteras were produced.