LOT 23 Ω
1991 De Tomaso Pantera 90 SI Coachwork by Marcello Gandini VIN. ZDT874000MA009630
Estimate: US$310,000 - US$360,000
Lot 23Ω
1991 De Tomaso Pantera 90 SI
1991 De Tomaso Pantera 90 SI
Coachwork by Marcello Gandini
VIN. ZDT874000MA009630
Coachwork by Marcello Gandini
VIN. ZDT874000MA009630
4,942cc OHV Ford V-8 Engine
Electronic Fuel Injection
247bhp at 5,000rpm
5-Speed Manual Transaxle
4 Wheel Independent Suspension
4 Wheel Ventilated Disc Brakes
*Exceptionally rare, with just 41 produced
*From the pen of the great Marcello Gandini
*Collector owned, routinely maintained
*Accompanied by books, records and factory build file
*Dazzling color combination of Giallo Cromo over Nero Leather
THE DE TOMASO PANTERA
Having established himself as a serious automobile manufacturer with the Mangusta coupé, Alejandro De Tomaso took a huge leap forward for his follow-up, the Pantera. With backing from Ford Motor Company, De Tomaso hired famed Lamborghini engineer Gianpaolo Dallara to design a sheet steel monocoque accommodating Ford 351ci V8 power. The striking new Pantera could sprint to 60mph in a little over six seconds and touch 160mph flat out. Despite Ford's departure from the project in the late 1970s, the Pantera soldiered on throughout the 80s.
For 1991, the De Tomaso Pantera was thoroughly redesigned with a substantially updated chassis and body. For this, the iconic model's swansong, De Tomaso enlisted Marcello Gandini, famed designer of the Miura and the Countach to freshen the styling. While originally styled by Tom Tjaarda at Carrozzeria Ghia, Gandini greatly admired Tjaarda's work and respected the original form while masterfully introducing contemporary themes. The Pantera 90 Si will undoubtedly be remembered for its bold styling and is indeed a fitting send-off for the Italian supercar with a burly American heart.
THE CAR OFFERED
Presented here is a highly original, low mileage example of DeTomaso's final enduring creation, the Pantera 90 Si. The 90 Si is heavily reworked with new suspension geometry, Brembo ventilated brakes, alloy wheels by Fondmetal shod with Michelin tires, a fuel-injected Ford 302 powerplant and a ZF 5-speed transaxle equipped with a limited slip differential. On paper, De Tomaso claimed 247 horsepower, but improved internals reportedly bring output to a more realistic 305 horsepower.
Built in June of 1991 in De Tomaso's Modena factory, this car features standard leather upholstery, wood trimmed interior panels, racing styled seats, electronic HVAC, power windows and electric side mirrors. Finished in striking Giallo Cromo over a black leather interior, it has been lightly driven with just 33,332 kilometers (20,711 miles) displayed one the odometer at the time of cataloguing. This stunning yellow supercar is in tidy overall condition and has been well preserved by its current and previous owners. Accompaniments include factory books/manuals, records, as well as the rare build file acquired from the De Tomaso factory.
Averaging just 650 miles per year, it has been enjoyed sparingly but importantly, kept healthy through routine maintenance and recurrent short drives. Both inside and out, it presents very well. Of the 41 examples built, two were destroyed in crash testing, and one was destined for the De Tomaso Museum, leaving only 38 units to ever be offered to the public for sale. Of those 38 units sold, four cars were converted into Targa models, and it has been rumored that only 31 coupes survive today. Factoring in that these vehicles were never offered in the United States, this is a truly rare opportunity to acquire one of the coolest unicorns of the "youngtimer" era.
Sure to attract attention wherever it goes, this Gandini designed Italian supercar will be a fine addition to any stable.
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