1973 De Tomaso Pantera

Make

De Tomaso

Model

Pantera

Year

1973

Listed price

$133,000

Location

Scottsdale

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

40,000 miles

Alejandro De Tomaso’s vision was always to blend Italian design flair with reliable American V8 power, and no car embodied this more perfectly than the Pantera. Launched in 1971, the Pantera (Italian for "Panther") was a sensational follow-up to the Mangusta, offering a more refined yet equally potent package. Its striking Ghia-designed body, penned by Tom Tjaarda, wrapped around a mid-mounted Ford Cleveland V8, creating an exotic supercar experience at a more attainable price point than its European rivals. With Ford Motor Company’s backing for North American distribution through Lincoln-Mercury dealers, the Pantera quickly became an icon of 1970s performance, blending sharp lines with a thunderous soundtrack. This 1973 De Tomaso Pantera coupe arrives with 43,000 miles on the odometer, having spent its life in the dry climate of Arizona. Under the rear decklid lies a modified 351 Cleveland V8, a powerplant renowned for its robust torque and free-revving nature, now promising an even more exhilarating experience. While Panteras were primarily known for their ZF 5-speed manual transmissions, this example features an automatic gearbox, offering a unique and potentially more relaxed cruising dynamic for its next owner. With its aggressive stance and a powertrain that promises to be "kind of loud," this Pantera represents a thrilling opportunity to acquire a true 70s supercar.