Panther Kallista

1986 Other Makes Bugatti styled panels

This is not a kit car! The Panther Kallista was designed by Robert Jankel and hand-assembled by Panther Westwinds in its factory on the grounds of the Brooklands race circuit in England. The Panther Car Company was a low volume hand-crafted, high quality builder of tributes of the 1930's vintage classic cars

Note: Experian’s Autocheck Vehicle History report rated this 17,560 mile vehicle with an above average score of 48, with 23 being listed as below average (included with sale) !

Thestyling is reminiscent of the Allard, Morgan or Lotus 7. The company was later acquired, and continued to build open two-seaters in similar fashion and allure as the pre-war sports cars. This magnificent Kallista, named after the Greek word meaning "small and beautiful", was built beginning in 1983 and imported into the U.S. beginning in 1985.

Only 1,695 hand-built Kallistas were made, and only 148 were imported to the U.S. It has pre-war styling combined with current and reliable functionality. It is fun to drive and is a real head turner!

This blue convertible is in excellent overall condition, has white Bugatti style panels, a like new saddle interior, a new blue convertible top, Parade Boot Top Cover, triple windshield wipers, and a JVC AM-FM Bluetooth Pandora radio.

The analog gauges are set in a walnut veneer trim. The car is fully carpeted, has dual chrome side view mirrors, stainless steel impact absorbing bumpers, running boards, a rear Continental kit with a full sized spare tire, chrome wire wheels, and 165/70R/13 steel belted radial tires that are like new.

The car also has driving lights, wind-up windows, side vent windows, turn signal indicators, backup lamps and side marker lights. 22” L x 6.5” W

17,560 original miles.. Excellent running condition, reliable and has been well maintained. English Coach-built aluminum body over custom steel chassis, 4-speed manual transmission, 2.3 LITER Ford Mustang/Ranger 4 cyl engine, 2 barrel carburetor, A-arm suspension in front, coil spring in the rear, with front disc and rear drum brakes. Approx. length 160” x width 70” x height 50”, Wheelbase 101”

The front end is from a Mk 4 Ford Cortina. The Kallista is made up of all Ford components. Front suspension Ford Cortina MK4/5 but minus anti-roll bar.Steering rack/column Escort MK3. Rear axle Ford Capri modified with four links and pan hard rod.

The axle is from a FordCapri and is known as an Atlas axle. I took my backing plate off to drain the axle oil. I painted the backing plate and purchased a kit of reinforcement plates used on rally cars also a new gasket.

The steering column comes from a Ford Escort XR3 and the pleasantly squat three spoked wheel has a “Panther” badge set in the boss

One of the great things about the Kallista is its Capri transmission, boasting a slick gear change and strong final drive which will take 100,000 miles if looked after and at this mileage. Plus parts supply is better than old Vauxhalls.

Powering the new Panther is a Ford Mustang 2.3 litre SOHC

ENGINE FROM A 1986 FORD MUSTANG / RANGER CAR FROM THE FACTORY, BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER & FUEL PUMP FROM A FORD CAPRI CAR

This 1986 Panther Kallistawith features and rating. ... 2552 mm / 100.5 inFuel capacity: 45 liter / 11.9 U.S. gal / 9.9 imp.

Recent work done with receipts totaled $3,950 and over $5,000 invested in the last few months!

1-1-2023 new fuel pump, filter and brake master cylinder

3-6-2023 new Weber two barrel carburetor, all new hoses & belts, fuel lines, new fuel sending unit, changed all fluids plus oil & filter, timing belt, water pump, idler pulley,new master brake cylinder. .

Have complete new brake system which includes front new disc rotors & rear drums, pads, shoes and rear brake cylinders

• Make: Other Makes
• SubModel: Roadster
• Type: Convertible
• Trim: Bugatti styled panels
• Year: 1986
• Mileage: 17560
• VIN: SA9KA21A6GB005077
• Color: Blue
• Engine size: Ford Mustang 2.3 liter
• Number of cylinders: 4
• Fuel: Gasoline
• Transmission: Manual
• Drive type: RWD
• Interior color: Tan
• Drive side: Left-hand drive
• Options: Leather Seats, Convertible
• Vehicle Title: Clean
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