Registration number: DE-14-35
Manufacturer: Gallery Aaldering Arnhemsestraat 47 6971AP BRUMMEN, NL 0575564055 http://www.gallery-aaldering.com info@gallery-aaldering.com
An Italian sports car with an American V8 already sounds like a pretty good idea. Especially when the body was designed by Tom Tjaarda at Ghia and the engine sits behind the occupants. From the very beginning, the De Tomaso Pantera was a remarkable blend of two worlds: Italian design and American muscle. And that is precisely what gave it a character that is difficult to compare with almost any other car.
The Pantera appeared in the early 1970s as the successor to the Mangusta and represented an important step forward for De Tomaso. The car was equipped with a Ford Cleveland V8 paired with a ZF transaxle. An interesting combination on paper, but more importantly, one that worked surprisingly well in practice. Plenty of power, a low center of gravity, and a car that, despite its exotic appearance, remained genuinely usable.
The example we are offering was restored in the past and subsequently completely rebuilt mechanically by Gary Hall Pantera. And that deserves a little more attention.
Gary Hall has been closely associated with the Pantera world in the United States since its early years and is regarded among enthusiasts as one of the best-known names when it comes to these cars. Spend even a little time exploring the history of the Pantera in America and his name inevitably comes up. The fact that this Pantera was worked on by his shop therefore says a great deal about the level of attention devoted to the work.
This Pantera drives convincingly, feels solid, and does exactly what you hope a Pantera will do. Naturally, the whole experience feels every inch like a sports car. The low seating position alone makes that immediately clear. The V8 delivers its power effortlessly, and the driving experience is phenomenal.
Visually, the picture is equally convincing. The original Campagnolo wheels are present and suit the dramatic lines of the body perfectly. The car is also in neat and well-cared-for condition, both inside and out.
This example not only has the right looks and the right engineering, but also a history that adds a little extra substance to the overall package. A restoration by a name that has been associated with the model for decades, the original details, and the sensational driving experience all help explain why the Pantera has become legendary.
There is simply something special about a Pantera. Not because we like to say so, but because you notice it the moment you see one and start driving it. Contact Gallery Aaldering today and discover this Pantera for yourself. We export our vehicles worldwide; please ask us about the possibilities.
