I love this episode!!! It brings back a lot of memories of me and my dad!!!! In the mid-70's my father had a construction company. He had a partner in this company. His partner was an amateur racer and had competed in some SCCA races. Together they made a decision to buy and race a car on a modest schedule. They found a gentleman that was going through a divorce and needed money, so he had to liquidate his assets. He was the owner of a 1971 Pantera. The car was garage kept with 8900 miles and professionally serviced. They agreed on a price, as the gentleman was desperate. The only mods to the car were some motor mods and a roll cage and a fire extinguisher and racing harnesses. My father raced it for 2 years, but kept the car for many years. I spent from 11 years old to 13 years old taking many rides in this car!!!!! I was too young to know what he did to the car, but it would pull the front wheels off the ground. My father passed away on Christmas Day 2017. Every time I see one of these cars I think of my time with him behind the wheel!!! Thank you so much for this episode!!!!
I had two Panteras. I bought a brand new 1973, yellow and a 1971 black The 71 was modified to race SCCA. MOSTLY in Galveston, San Antonio, some Jim Co Ithaca runs . Lots of fun. The 71 was a beast on the corners and held its on in the long straight aways. I was forced to race big block Vets Cobras. Lots of fun. Really great car. The 73 was brand new ($7500). Had the 351 Cleveland gone thru at 700 miles. Just awesome fast car so dam much fun to drive. I'm 80 now and still dream about the great fun I had in those cars.
What a car, and what a story. What else can be said? Mr Musto nailed it - this is the first Pro Touring car. Its legacy is touching, for as long as we keep their memories alive, they are still with us. Well done Jess, I hope you get to enjoy the car and feel the memories for many more years. ~ Chuck
Great review and story. I bought a GTS in 1984 from Stauffer's Classics in Wisconsin . Always loved these cars. We are a racing family too, my kids grew up at the race track and now race. Jess's father is my kind of car guy and it seems like he raised a great daughter. That is one of the best looking De Tomaso Panteras I have seen. Jess you are awesome!
I Just Tonight Found House of Muscle . I've Been a Fan of Flying Sparks Garage for awhile Now I'm Glad I found & Subscribed to Your Channel.Keep up the Great work Mike.I have a 1970 Plymouth Duster with a Built /6
I have always thought it was a beautiful car and wanted one the first time I saw it in 71. Someone in the next little town has one and I love it when I see it. Great car.
Jess, great to see the car! We all miss your dad. You built a great car and relationship with your dad. Thanks for sharing your story. Now, about that full court three pointer you swished….. fantastic, I will always remember that!
That Lincoln Continental fascinating look too, find one of those. Pantera name fits the performance, has the muscle over Bora, Venturi, Uracco, 328 which all look unique, but no backup The Isdera 108i with AMG 6L could match
Still to this very day- my all-time favorite car. Had the looks, had the power, you could get one from a local LM dealer. They still draw attention to this very day- on the road, at the gas station, in car shows. Its unique. 351C with the proper exhaust sounds is iconic. You hear it first before you see it blow by you on the highway. I experienced this firsthand. I've seen many a Pantera videos here on YT. Even the 351 Winsor upgraded ones. It grabs your attention whenever it is around. Upgrades to the factory set up- fix certain issues common with the model- better cooling, front end lift at high speed, bullet holes from Elvis, etc. A Classic old school runner. IF I had the cash- I'd buy one in a heartbeat. Not an exotic- where the engine has to come out, or a laptop is needed to find & fix things. KISS. Passion for a father/daughter relationship matters, there is a common ground or item/subject that binds that relationship.
Great question. The Pantera has a much harder edge to it and is more of a drivers car than the Ferrari. Where the Ferrari is more of a grand tourer (not a bad thing), the Pantera is the one you'd want to thrash (and I mean that in a good way). Additionally, the 351 has a ton of torque. Both are brilliant drivers, but you just have to decide which best fits your personality. My advice, get both this way you'll be totally covered 😁👍
They are Avon CR6ZZ tires (love em!) wrapped on the 8" & 10" magnesium Campagnolo's. Fronts: 215/60VR15 99V Rears: 295/50VR15 108V. Avon was the only properly speed rated 15" tire I could find.
New shoes for the Pantera was a must. She was sitting on 2003 mfg date Yokohamas 225/50/15 and 295/50/15. No dice on a replacement from any of the major manufacturers. Roger Krause Racing got me sorted with the Avons, and I couldn’t be happier with them. The OG mag Campys are getting harder to find, but a few companies have started making a 17” non-mag version so tire sourcing isn’t as dreadful.
No disrespect, but I wouldn't consider the Pantera a muscle car. For the mid engine placement and not fully being American made, I wouldn't categorize as a muscle car. Same as I wouldn't classify a Ferrari and Lamborghinis of that time. But she did the right thing by getting the car back on the road, and hopefully, the next generation can appreciate like her and her father.
All good Sir! Just keep in mind, the show is call The House of Muscle - not The House of Muscle Car - so from time to time you’ll definitely see things that fall outside the traditional muscle car category! 😁👍
I love this episode!!! It brings back a lot of memories of me and my dad!!!! In the mid-70's my father had a construction company. He had a partner in this company. His partner was an amateur racer and had competed in some SCCA races. Together they made a decision to buy and race a car on a modest schedule. They found a gentleman that was going through a divorce and needed money, so he had to liquidate his assets. He was the owner of a 1971 Pantera. The car was garage kept with 8900 miles and professionally serviced. They agreed on a price, as the gentleman was desperate. The only mods to the car were some motor mods and a roll cage and a fire extinguisher and racing harnesses. My father raced it for 2 years, but kept the car for many years. I spent from 11 years old to 13 years old taking many rides in this car!!!!! I was too young to know what he did to the car, but it would pull the front wheels off the ground. My father passed away on Christmas Day 2017. Every time I see one of these cars I think of my time with him behind the wheel!!! Thank you so much for this episode!!!!
Thank you so much for the personal story! Im glad you and your father had some great moments together.
I had two Panteras. I bought a brand new 1973, yellow and a 1971 black
The 71 was modified to race SCCA. MOSTLY in Galveston, San Antonio, some Jim Co Ithaca runs . Lots of fun. The 71 was a beast on the corners and held its on in the long straight aways. I was forced to race big block Vets Cobras. Lots of fun. Really great car. The 73 was brand new ($7500). Had the 351 Cleveland gone thru at 700 miles. Just awesome fast car so dam much fun to drive. I'm 80 now and still dream about the great fun I had in those cars.
Mike is back baby! Him Reviewing a Pantera is a must watch. As an owner of a 72 Pantera GT5 tribute, this is pure gold. Gold Jerry, Gold!
The coolest car ever made!
What a car, and what a story. What else can be said? Mr Musto nailed it - this is the first Pro Touring car. Its legacy is touching, for as long as we keep their memories alive, they are still with us. Well done Jess, I hope you get to enjoy the car and feel the memories for many more years. ~ Chuck
Appreciate the support as always Chuck!
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Great review and story. I bought a GTS in 1984 from Stauffer's Classics in Wisconsin . Always loved these cars. We are a racing family too, my kids grew up at the race track and now race. Jess's father is my kind of car guy and it seems like he raised a great daughter. That is one of the best looking De Tomaso Panteras I have seen. Jess you are awesome!
Thank you, that's quite kind! I loved growing up at the track... you're doing the right thing!
Thanks for the kind words! Sounds like everyone in the family would enjoy this also!
Great to see Mike back. Subscribed.
Thank you!!
I Just Tonight Found House of Muscle . I've Been a Fan of Flying Sparks Garage for awhile Now I'm Glad I found & Subscribed to Your Channel.Keep up the Great work Mike.I have a 1970 Plymouth Duster with a Built /6
@@roberttoler3403 Thanks so much for the comment! And yup, lots more content coming your way!
I have always thought it was a beautiful car and wanted one the first time I saw it in 71. Someone in the next little town has one and I love it when I see it. Great car.
Glad you enjoy seeing it too! They are some timless pieces.
Kansas City here ❤ Go Chiefs.
Those eyes are amazing !
Jess, great to see the car! We all miss your dad. You built a great car and relationship with your dad. Thanks for sharing your story. Now, about that full court three pointer you swished….. fantastic, I will always remember that!
Great video! Sharing these treasures and memories is what its all about. I hope my '73 Pantera looks this nice someday.
That's a great goal! What do you all have done to it so far?!
Great Video!
Glad you enjoyed it
That Lincoln Continental fascinating look too, find one of those.
Pantera name fits the performance, has the muscle over Bora, Venturi, Uracco, 328 which all look unique, but no backup
The Isdera 108i with AMG 6L could match
Love that Pantera 🤤
Story ain't bad either 😉
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edit for: Damn glad to see that The House of Muscle is back.
Still to this very day- my all-time favorite car. Had the looks, had the power, you could get one from a local LM dealer.
They still draw attention to this very day- on the road, at the gas station, in car shows. Its unique. 351C with the proper
exhaust sounds is iconic. You hear it first before you see it blow by you on the highway. I experienced this firsthand.
I've seen many a Pantera videos here on YT. Even the 351 Winsor upgraded ones. It grabs your attention whenever it is around.
Upgrades to the factory set up- fix certain issues common with the model- better cooling, front end lift at high speed, bullet holes
from Elvis, etc.
A Classic old school runner. IF I had the cash- I'd buy one in a heartbeat.
Not an exotic- where the engine has to come out, or a laptop is needed to find & fix things. KISS.
Passion for a father/daughter relationship matters, there is a common ground or item/subject that binds that relationship.
It's a timeless classic for a reason. Thanks for sharing your insight and story!
In the 1980s I worked in a detail shop in scottsdale arizona. I drove a Pantera and the power was brutal. A great car. Serious muscle.
You’re in for a treat! Would you drive one again?
Great story!
Thanks for watching!
God i missed the House of Muscle
Nice car and nice idea, the front spoiler, pour diminuer la portance, reduce the lift..
Whoo-hoo! Kansas City was mentioned!
Hey Mike, how does the Pantera feel compared to the Ferrari 308 you reviewed a few months ago? This was a great story, sensitively told, btw
So different, pantera so torquey, and you need high Rev. with the 308.
Great question. The Pantera has a much harder edge to it and is more of a drivers car than the Ferrari. Where the Ferrari is more of a grand tourer (not a bad thing), the Pantera is the one you'd want to thrash (and I mean that in a good way). Additionally, the 351 has a ton of torque. Both are brilliant drivers, but you just have to decide which best fits your personality. My advice, get both this way you'll be totally covered 😁👍
A collector once said, think of the 308 as your lady and the Pantera as your mistress.
Tyres size ? Front 195/60/15wheel 7' ??215 ?225??/60/15 ?? Whell 8' 10 ' ?? For the rear
They are Avon CR6ZZ tires (love em!) wrapped on the 8" & 10" magnesium Campagnolo's. Fronts: 215/60VR15 99V Rears: 295/50VR15 108V. Avon was the only properly speed rated 15" tire I could find.
Thanks circa 1980,1981 European GTS had a option pirelli P7 225/50/15 front, and rear 285/50/15 campy 8' 10'. Very close to your car
New shoes for the Pantera was a must. She was sitting on 2003 mfg date Yokohamas 225/50/15 and 295/50/15. No dice on a replacement from any of the major manufacturers. Roger Krause Racing got me sorted with the Avons, and I couldn’t be happier with them.
The OG mag Campys are getting harder to find, but a few companies have started making a 17” non-mag version so tire sourcing isn’t as dreadful.
No disrespect, but I wouldn't consider the Pantera a muscle car.
For the mid engine placement and not fully being American made, I wouldn't categorize as a muscle car. Same as I wouldn't classify a Ferrari and Lamborghinis of that time.
But she did the right thing by getting the car back on the road, and hopefully, the next generation can appreciate like her and her father.
All good Sir! Just keep in mind, the show is call The House of Muscle - not The House of Muscle Car - so from time to time you’ll definitely see things that fall outside the traditional muscle car category! 😁👍
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