Isnt the whole point that the car was sold by an arm of Ford with a Ford engine? Shelby Cobras aren't 'Fords' either. But, like DeTomaso Panteras, the marque is synonymous with Ford engines.
I'm pretty sure there was a Pantera trunk badge that says "power by Ford" and so do the tappet covers.
I still think they could have tried or thought harder about engine choice. It doesn't take away from the amazing work they are doing, I just think the spirit of the car lies with a Ford engine.
You disagree, your opinion is just as valid as mine. They got people talking about the car!
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