Ford had issues with the first batch of Panteras delivered for the US.
They broke during durabilaty testing on the first batch .
They sent all of them to Stroppe in Long Beach, CA to be corrected, or reinforced. I don't remember Fords word.
I don't remember specific items being detailed but I think I remember the "chassis being strengthened".
Something with the air condition also.
The car in question is probably one of those cars. I don't have the rivets on my '73 either.
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