Reply to "How to know if it is a GTS"

The Euro GTS's did not have "GT" in the registration number, only the US cars.

DeTomaso did not equip all the GTS's with fender flares either, that practice was dropped. I was under the impression all the early GTS's had the flares however. But you can never assume anything with DeTomaso.

One change instituted with the Euro GTS's was the use of better quality materials in the interior, the Ford spec cars all used man made materials. I believe the Euro GTS's were the first to have the adjustable seat back mechanisms installed, I'm not sure. DeTom, does your GTS have adjustable seat backs?

The Euro GTS's also had a better exhaust system, although an owner could have easily bolted the GTS exhaust onto a Ford spec car, that is a common practice here in the states. Another improvement on the Euro GTS's was the 8" front wheels and 10" rear wheels, although that is another change an owner of a Ford spec car commonly makes.

All European Panteras had 7/8" OD rear anti-sway bars, GTS versions and Ford spec versions. The US Panteras were fitted with slightly smaller 3/4" rear anti-sway bars.

In the end, it will be best to contact the factory or Steve Wilkinson in the US, and ask if they have the documents for your car. I will check my "stuff" when I get back to the club office this evening and see if I have any reference to your chassis number.

George