In September 1969 Ford announced that de Tomaso will build a number of Ford limited-build specialty vehicles. Styled by Ghia these cars had mid-mounted, American-built Ford V8 engines and represented a type of high-performance car which disappeared as the 1970s wore on. The introductory model was 330bhp later developed to the 350bhp GTS; then came the GT5, GT5S and ultimately the 200. For a few years the Pantera was available through Lincoln-Mercury dealerships but the sales never materialised. Ford ceased to import the cars in 1974 due to strict safety regulations but the cars continued to be built until 1994. This is a book of contemporary road and comparison tests, specification and technical data, new model introductions, drivers reports, production methods. Models covered include: GTS, GT5, GT5S and 200. 208 pages, 600 illus. including colour, SB.