1986 DETOMASO PANTERA GT5-S
The Italian built Detomaso Pantera GT5-S was the third iteration of the Pantera designed by Tom Tjaarda at Ghia, and for many it represents the pinnacle of the model’s evolution since its introduction in 1971. In 1985, the GT5-S was released with redesigned bodywork using steel instead of fiberglass, thus the “S” being added to the name. The front air dam was smaller, top speed increased, and the car’s overall appearance transformed from “track ready” to sophisticated hypercar with its sensuous new Coke Bottle shape. 182 GT5-S cars were built from 1985 until 1990, 18 were RHD, 38 were imported into the US to be modified to meet US crash standards and 126 were Euro spec, this car is one of those. It is powered by a Ford 5.8L, 351 Cleveland engine with a Holley carburetor and produced about 400 hp, it is mated to a German built ZF transaxle with 5 forward speeds plus reverse. Torque is rated at 333 lb ft with a top speed of 174 mph. The Campagnolo GT4 wheels are magnesium and have been freshly inspected, stripped, primed, powder coated in the correct Argent Silver and cleared. They measure 15” x 10” in the front and 15” x 13” in the rear. Shod with newly re-released Pirelli Cinturato P7 tires of 285-40-15 in the front and massive 345-35-15 in the rear. This car belonged to a noted collector for many years and was acquired by the seller a year ago; it has led a charmed life being admired for its beauty more than for its brawn as a formidable sports road car which explains why it only has 7,800 original miles. As a result of its’ primarily display life, the seller has mechanically refurbished the car back to top form. All hoses and belts were replaced, the gas tank sending unit was replaced, the battery was replaced, the A/C compressor was replaced with all new lines, the brakes inspected and bled, the clutch inspected and bled, spark plugs, distributor cap, rotor, and wires replaced, wiper blades renewed, and the exterior was finely detailed and given a three-year ceramic coat protective finish. As one of 182 total cars, whether you are buying this for the concourse circuit, visiting your local Cars and Coffee meets or planning to travel across country, chances are that you’ll not encounter another Detomaso Pantera GT5-S. It’s not a car for the timid, it’s simply a beautiful and sensual car hiding a bold nature, raw power, and confidence to spare…on four very wide tires. The odometer shows 7,800 miles. VIN: THPNDO09414. Selling at Public Auction on Saturday, October 28, 2023. Henderson Motor Series Auction will take place at the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum in Birmingham, AL. www.hendersonmotorseries.com for details!