NOTYCAT PANTERA: Twin-Turbo 1971 DeTomaso Push-Button Pantera | EP35

It's definitely a naughty cat. Handcrafted in Turin, Italy, one of just 383 made, the now heavily-modified NOTYCAT widebody twin-turbo 1971 DeTomaso Push-Button Pantera shocks purists while captivating Ford enthusiasts. Under the hood, a 351 Cleveland vintage iron-block V8 has been meticulously bored and stroked to 408 cubic inches, adorned with twin turbos, twin intercoolers, twin fuel cells, twin throttle bodies, twin wastegates, twin blowoff valves, twin radiators, twin fans, and twin pumps. Product designer Shad Bruce lives by the mantra 'built, not bought,' and his creation is the most audacious Pantera we've seen. Nicole fulfills a lifelong dream while becoming the first person in Shad's nearly two decades of ownership to take the wheel, feeling her late father's approval echoed in a single word: Bitchin'.
MORE ABOUT SHAD BRUCE: Shad and wife Sandy reside in Del Mar, California and have two grown kids. Follow Shad and the NOTYCAT on Instagram: / notycatpantera
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[@shadbruce851]

What an amazing experience. True pros every step of the way. Thanks for sharing NOTYCAT with the world!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Shad! I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to drive your Pantera, to meet you and Sandy, and to bond over our individual daddy-daughter moments. 🥰

[@shadbruce851]

@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour Love that.... Memories forever! Go fast or go home!

[@iainmcglynn833]

This is a moment in time I’m grateful to see What a machine Nicole you are something else in every way #jeansheaven

[@fteoOpty64]

Jesus, the cockpit is like an F18 Hornet!!!. Wow!.

[@PiDsPagePrototypes]

Mate, you built a wicked ride that reflects who you are. Built with heart and passion is always best.

[@LordHolley]

I was the 17-year-old bus boy working late as Rod Stewart, and his "hottie" rolled in with a bright yellow Pantera. It made all the glasses in the restaurant shake with its thunderous exhaust. I told my co-workers, "someday I'll have one of those," my co-workers snickered back "yeah right." I worked my butt off, began a business that eventually became successful. One day, I realized that I had enough money saved to start looking. I found an incredible white 74 Pantera, my dream car.... It was worth the work.

[@vladtheimpala5532]

Congratulations! You wanted it. You worked hard for it. You earned it.

[@PuerRidcully]

I think those were relatively cheap for a short period of time until people realized their value, weren't they?

[@tsunamiiwinterz-px7oz]

@@PuerRidcully I saw one on craigslist in california some years back for 40k

[@vladtheimpala5532]

@@tsunamiiwinterz-px7oz I saw a white one listed for $169,899 yesterday. I don’t know if it’s sold yet or not but it probably won’t fetch quite that much. According to the ad, it was meticulously and faithfully restored to better than new condition with the engine completely rebuilt. The ad listed all the details of the restoration and it was quite thorough. That’s a lot of money but still significantly less than many other exotic cars while still quite a bit more than most of the later models. There are a few models that are more sought after and more expensive than the Pushbutton models. It depends upon supply and demand, original equipment and what modifications it has. *(Contrary to what some people believe, there are some modifications which increase the value.)*

[@caddydave]

@@PuerRidcully my dad sold a pretty nice California only 73L for 22,000 in 1990 or so….im not sure if that was a good deal?

[@Cozeman]

Hi Nicole, Great job! Tom Tjaarda (charda) was a good friend of mine and on many occasions my house guest. He and I attended the Detroit Auto Show together. Tom was born in Birmingham, Michigan of Dutch ancestry. Tom’s Dad John, designed the Lincoln Zephyr in 1937. Tom graduated from U of M in architecture and ironically, an American, that designed an Italian car. His professor at U of M impressed by Tom introduced him to Pininfarina after Tom was instructed not to design a sports car so his professor restricted it to be a station wagon. Tom designed the most radical station wagon ever. Later he became head of Ghia design studio when he designed the Pantera. Tom married an Italian wife, created Tjaarda Design Studio and lived in Italy until he died. The design in the DeTomaso logo is an Egyptian “I” for Alexandro’s wife named Isabella.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much for sharing with us...very interesting!!!

[@Cozeman]

@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour send me your email and I’ll forward pictures of Tom with my 1973 which I regret selling in 2004 for $36,000. I’m kicking myself now!

[@bobrockmann7521]

This needs more likes. Amazing story & info!

[@JRidgely]

Does it come in Black?!

[@jeffmead4670]

That's all very cool information, it puts a person behind the car.

[@ryananderson1209]

To see a car connecting one dad to his daughter, and another daughter to her dad...it's quite the accomplishment. Well done, Shad.

[@rodshop5897]

That was the most touching part of the video. The connections we make with our loved ones are what make life worth living.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you for watching...we're glad you enjoyed it!!

[@jefferyyoung6836]

The tears were real, I know that he was hiding them, that is a daddy (not just a father).

[@BlkJohnnyBravo]

Well said

[@rolandschoepf8118]

Never thought that 21 min to the video that I'd struggling to keep the eyes dry! His mantra 'It's not cheesy, it's real" hit home! Thank you for capturing the true spirit of automoto!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We appreciate you watching...thank you for the comment!!

[@petawillingale]

I could feel the genuine emotions from both Nicole and the owner through this video, what an absolute gem of a car!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you for the comment!! We're so glad you enjoyed watching!!

[@joshuasjericho3915]

​@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour ❤❤❤❤❤ I cried too 😢 what a beautiful story! Thanks 😊 for sharing your wonderful memories! Dad's are so important 👏 ❤️ & need to be celebrated 🍾!

[@joshuasjericho3915]

​@NicoleJohnsonsDetour ❤❤❤❤❤ your dad is very proud 👏 🥲 of you no doubt Nicole! Such a cool 😎 woman 🌹! When I was young I love Lamborghini Contacts & now I really love the design of the 1969 Jensen Interceptor 😍 V8!

[@anthony-j-alibrandi-369]

💚Rodger That.

[@dennisthemenace5150]

Absolutely could not say it better.

[@mikemoxley9477]

A Pantera is the first car I drove at speeds over 120mph. I'm 74 years old now… and I remember every moment of that drive. NEVER had the same feeling again. THANK YOU for finding this incredible guy and his car!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

You're welcome...Thank you so much for watching!!

[@ohboah320]

My first car at over 100mph was a '70 Merc Cougar w/a 351C w/4bbl heads FMX trans and a Posi rear end. I added headers. My dad gave me 2 broken cars before I bought the Merc. I was 16 when I bought it in 1977 for $700. It was so much fun watching the speedo needle bounce off the post at 120mph.

[@moremoney2]

It’s funny how people thought that because the speedo said 200, it would do 200. I saw around 140 in mine several times on those Goodyear Ariva biased ply tires. He is right, the front end gets light. Took a guy for a ride when he asked if it would do 110 in third gear? I got a ticket that night.

[@davidsellers3639]

Really fast now 😂

[@Azazel2024]

Lol mine was an audi 5000 turbo. 130. But I never owned a muscle car

[@norami9]

Nicole thanks for showing Shad's amazing Engineering and Craftsmanship. You make your Dad's memory alive in every video.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

You're welcome! We appreciate that!

[@erikjonromnes]

My dad had a red and black Pantera back in the early eighties when I was 5 as well. This was in Longwood (what is now called Wekiva), Florida. He bought one that had crashed in a snow bank on the Autobahn. He picked it up in California and we drove it on a trailer back to Florida where he restored it. We had to go up on a mountain in the sierra Nevada mountains and back the trailer down a skinny one way mountain road with high cliffs that dropped off just off the shoulder of the road. That was so terrifying of a ride for me. I was riding up in this little space above the front seats of the blue conversion van we were driving. But boy was that Pantera loud. It made me feel SO COOL when we would pull up at my elementary school to drop me off & at the end of the day he came to the parent pick up line . Everyone thought it was a red Ferrari. I was like “nope, that’s my dad & he drives a Pantera). I got to tell all my friends about my dad who’s a fighter pilot and a race car driver… cuz he was. Well he was those as well as a computer programmer. I miss my Dad ♾️❤️♾️. Thanks for this video!

[@erikjonromnes]

“I feel like my dad is here” and then the wind chimes … a chime in time.” Your experience with your father chimes with the feeling I have of mine.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much for sharing your story with us...we love it!!!

[@franciscomontero9728]

What year. ? Incredible story. My respects. But what happened after that ? Do you still have the cat? WhT happened. ? Please. Tell Me More. My Name is Francisco my dad collects antique cars and I restore them. Also I am a bike collector. I have 6 super bikes. 2 Suzukis. 4 enduros. Mexico salutes you

[@doca8792]

I’ve two teen girls that have seen me as a Dentist during the week and a wrencher on the weekends since they were born, and I couldn’t hold back the tears when Nicole remembered her dad.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

That's so sweet...thank you for the comment!!

[@alfamonk]

😪

[@jeffmead4670]

You've given your girls an excellent example of how to balance a life. They'll carry that on with them for the rest of their lives.

[@JohnDeLay-rg6wn]

The Pantera has Always been my bucket list Ride! At 59 yrs. of age, I'd like to think I can still make that a reality! Yours my friend is simply Incredible! Nice Job 😊👍🙌

[@mobaby1979]

I liked how she said he’s been talking to her a lot the day that she first saw this car. Totally know what she means ❤

[@leddygee1896]

A Pure Expression Of Automotive Art And Passion... I Was Getting A Lump In My Throat Too!! What A Machine!! So Happy For You, Nicole😁

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much!! We appreciate you watching!!

[@Rogge73]

As a father of a wonderful daughter, the flower hit me right in the guts 😢❤❤ 🌸

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you for watching...it's nice that you were touched by that!!

[@Apobel32]

Anybody who sheds a tear over a Pantera is okay with me. This one hit home. My Dad brought home his '72 Pantera when I was 8 years old in 1980. I still remember that night very clearly. I saw the headlights turn into the driveway and as he pulled into the garage, the windows shook. That's when I fell in love with that car. I lost my Dad several years ago, but I'm blessed to get a reminder of him everyday with his Pantera in my garage. I would normally be a little disappointed to see a highly modified '71 push-button car, but after seeing it, hearing it and listening to Shad Bruce talk about it, I get it. Well done.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much for sharing with us...we love it!!

[@dallasmorrison6983]

Sorry for your loss.

[@uberbadami]

The sound of that beast... being in the seat when it's roaring has got to feel awesome. Fantastic episode, love that you don't shy away from showing those emotional moments.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much for watching...we appreciate it!!

[@marvinpues]

The shared laugh after "there are people at work!" was priceless. Very cool he shared his unique car with you and your dad.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you...we appreciate you watching!!

[@dmwi1549]

A Pantera screamed past me on the highway back in 1983. I’m 60 now and have never forgotten the look of that car or the unique sound it made. This thing is that and more.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thanks for sharing!! We appreciate you watching!!

[@packrcch]

he built his (expensive) dream AND kept his life and family. well done sir !

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thanks for the comment!!!

[@danielayodele7350]

@packrcch, you nailed it right there; the fact he kept his family and, got them to admire what his masterpiece Notycat Pantera (more like Chimera) is all about, is perfection!

[@packrcch]

@@danielayodele7350 my biggest worry would now be what happens to the car if something happens to me. the thought of leaving it behind in the wrong hands would worry me. like leaving your child with a stranger....

[@zentai5076]

goals

[@danielayodele7350]

@@packrcch, you get the impression Nicole understood that sentiment, hence her own emotional outburst as she remembered her late Pop's trademark 'bitchin'' remark of his own Pantera, feeling highly privileged to have been the only other person, after Tom's daughter, to have driven it! A true one-off.

[@jordancouncil5583]

Kudos to that dude for allowing you to touch his soul. Thank you ol boy. Dope ride. Thank you ma'am for the video and for not letting him down or falling short. Don't touch the flower!!!! Godspeed.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you...we're glad you enjoyed watching!!

[@SteveMacdaddy]

An expression of who i am as a person. I can see it and feel it. As a 55 year old man that has loved the Pantera all my life. This man has built a beautiful updated version. I appreciate it

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We couldn't agree more!!!

[@TheStrongingrace]

You Sir ..... are a True Hero .... ty for sharing your Dream Build ... NOTYCAT ... She's a Awesome ...

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you for watching!!!

[@joelmurphy7980]

The flower teared me up a bit. I also carry a pink flower on the roll cage of my '86 Ramcharger, the truck the wife and I took on our honeymoon. The flower is one that I saved from her final resting place. The old RC has a special place in my heart, and rebuilding it over the last four years helped keep me sane during that very trying time. She's the one that named the truck 'ol Bumpy, and that will get lettered into the pinstripe when the fresh paint goes on. Attachments to vehicles is something non car people will never get. Even some car people don't get it I suppose. But enough of that. Great episode as always Nicole and crew. And a fantastic build Shad, well done.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We're so glad you enjoyed watching!! Thank you for the comment. We're sorry for the loss of your wife. You're honoring her memory in a beautiful way and that will be with you forever!!

[@victorrodea7163]

Yeah...cars you get attached to are like your best dog. They love you back.

[@dallasmorrison6983]

@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour So sorry for your loss.

[@dallasmorrison6983]

So sorry for your loss.

[@tomcolegrove5491]

I just realized that I was grinning through the whole video! Once again, Nicole, thanks for taking us along for the ride. Shad - you're as amazing as NOTYCAT!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

That's awesome....we're so glad you enjoyed it!!

[@voltron_5]

Me too and then bam!! What, my eyes getting wattery; wth?? Very cool video. This hits very close to home!!

[@matthewsciarrotta2118]

Nicole what incredible emotion you display in this episode. Your love for cars is clearly anchored in what you experienced growing up and this pantera clearly unlocked your memories and emotions. Great episode.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you...I appreciate that!! Glad you enjoyed watching!

[@robarmstrong5404]

Crazy seeing your dad in that pic. So young and full of life. Feels like he could just talking at any minute.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Nice!!! Thank you for the comment!!

[@chriswaller6859]

Lots of love for you here Nicole. I wish I could have shared my cars with my dad. After all, he started my love of modifications and sports cars. I'm glad you got to experience a piece of your childhood with this. It's way deeper than many would understand.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you...I really appreciate that!!

[@maxmoller]

I absolutely love people that isn't afraid to reimagine the looks of an old classic. And actually drive it. The look may not be for everyone, but it doesn't really matter if you like it. As long as he does. 👍 Nothing but respect from me. 🙌

[@electronicengineer]

Nothing but respect from me as well. What a beautiful machine.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Awesome....we appreciate that! Thank you for watching!

[@bongodave13]

Built, not bought. Respect.

[@JoshPhoenix11]

"The look may not be for everyone"?? Yeah, no its not. But that also means that the owner prefers the adulterated look over the original look, so what are they even doing with the car in the first place? It shouldn't be in their possession. If it was such a rare car then he should of sold it and found a non-push button car.

[@bongodave13]

@@JoshPhoenix11 Relax. It's not that rare a car. Let the man do his thing.

[@matts2751]

It is His car! Does what he wants to with it. That’s awesome! You also have a great knack for finding not only the car but cool owners as well.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you...glad you enjoyed watching!!

[@azurefog]

How do you not have over 200K subs? This is the absolute best production value 'drive and review' show with absolutely cool cars and people.

[@scottimusgarrett15]

Share and promote, folks! I totally agree with you; it's a fantastic show with a fantastic host!✌️

[@branchandfoundry560]

Quality over quantity 😉

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you...we just hit the 200K subs!! We're so glad you like our channel!!

[@mjlfz1]

​@@NicoleJohnsonsDetourYou should have way more, great videos!

[@estebandelatrinidad5150]

Twin pantera.thank you KZbin for 5his channel.I subscribed

[@ElMe-f1v]

When I saw the both of you getting emotional I could tell this was a good experience for the both of you. Who cares if everything is original or not? The experience is what's important. The memories.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you...we appreciate the comment!!

[@beliarmail]

I grew up in Germany my dad/Uncles/Grandpa were absolute car maniacs with an old Farmhouse stuffed with cars and parts from the 70s - 80s. That moment in min 21 totally caught me off guard. Video is off like 5 min and im strugling to keep my eyes dry. Thank you for sharing this passion and love !!!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We're so glad you enjoyed watching..thank you for the comment!!

[@Azazel2024]

I lost my dad when i was 2 . I get it

[@mga149]

I love when you first started it. No dialog needed :) Just the sound and expressions on both your faces was enough.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you...we're glad you enjoyed watching!!

[@os6219]

I fell in love with the Pantera as a kid. Still am today!

[@paulpickard8327]

Thank you Nicole. I watch every one of the videos. This one was special in many ways.

[@northcackalacky4694]

All of the video shots were amazing 👏

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@NotMyName-q2v]

Thank you for sharing such an amazing car and story with us and Thank You Nicole for your love of all things gasoline. Your passion is what makes this channel so awesome !!!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you for watching!! We appreciate the comment!!!

[@JMED150]

I'll be honest, I just clicked on a random video I found down the KZbin rabbit hole, but this has to be one the best videos I have seen. I was not expecting to get emotional. I very much appreciate you sharing these deeply real and personal moments. A level of honesty and passion was displayed here that is not found often. Thank you and subscribed!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We're so glad you found us!! Thank you for watching and for the sub!! Love the comment!!!

[@MrGaryGG48]

I've been a subscriber for several years and haven't regretted taking the time taken to watch anything she's posted. There have been some of the most unique vehicles you could imagine and a whole list of them that would have been beyond my imagination. They were well worth the time spent.

[@sandybruce6170]

Nicole & Michael ~ WOW! Thank you for sharing Shad's journey with notycat. This turned out amazing! Family, passion, cars and sharing these memories! We appreciate having something so special to share with the family❤

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Awesome Sandy!!! We’re so happy that you like it!!!! It was our pleasure to shoot this and I enjoyed driving it so much! We appreciate all that Shad’s done to make this a very special car!

[@michaelbadami8579]

Hi Sandy! Yeeeee haw!!! Thanks for havin' us. What a great story. 🙏🦄🙏

[@Neo7CNC]

Nicole, you're just so good at these interviews. You ask very thoughtful and unique questions that show your passion, all the while, pulling in the other person's passion you're interviewing. I loved learning about the history and all the little details about this car. Keep being awesome!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Wow, thank you! I appreciate that!!

[@MarkHicks326]

One of the most emotionally satisfying experiences I have ever seen two people share and it's available for reruns!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We're so glad you enjoyed watching!! We appreciate it!!

[@tonydelbene6312]

You guys did an outstanding job on making that custom 1971 Pantera mini documentary. From technical to personal you guys did a beautiful job. It had meaning, values, and good presentation. Keep doing what you're doing. Much love and respect Tony Mark ‼️‼️

[@scottimusgarrett15]

Holy s#!t! What an absolutely magical car! Nicole, you and your crew have outdone yourselves, again, with this episode. I cried! What a genuine, fantastic show this time. Very muchly appreciated! Thanks again, everyone!✌️❤️🙂🇨🇦

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We're so glad you enjoyed watching!! Thank you for the comment...we appreciate you!!

[@AshyLarryTM]

Why can’t there be a heart button to push instead of a thumbs up? One of my all time favorite cars ever made. Amazing! I’ll be dreaming about this car tonight. Thanks Nicole!!!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Our pleasure!! Thank you so much for watching!!

[@AshyLarryTM]

@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour 👊🏽

[@rodneyetienne3826]

My favourite car .. what a fantastic build.. and the emotional impact of the flower and being able to drive the car made my wife and I tear up big time. Great story thanks so much

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We appreciate you watching...glad you and your wife enjoyed it!!

[@kongkruse7881]

it's amazing the effect and impact a parent can have on their kids just by being there and sharing who they are as people - Mom, I love you and thank you

[@jeffmead4670]

Parents matter and having two parents really matters. In the absence of two parents even one parent that shows up for the job can change everything.

[@AndyFromBeaverton]

My dad also had a '71 or '72 DeTomaso. It was white and the engine deck was black. It was one of the best-sounding stock cars I ever heard. 13:40 DeTamoso's would feel like the front end was driving on ball bearings at 140 mph. 22:33 "Oh, I just Shad myself. " I can't believe you said that... to Shad!!

[@Notfiveo0]

That car is nothing like the original, it is exactly how I’d picture a modern Pantera to be. Love it.

[@branchandfoundry560]

Totally. Think about Corvette though. Today's Corvette bears no resemblance to the original car. In that context, this Pantera is much closer to the original car 🙂

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you...we're glad you like it!!

[@4literv6]

This the gmg pantera and ring bros pantera are all much more modern takes on a stunning classic! The pantera reminds me of the ww2 P-51 with a Merlin and the a.c. cobras. Sometimes it's a melding of tech that produces=icons! 😎

[@EvilEndz]

The sound on that start up with the throttle blips, good lord sir, you have created something from beyond with that incredible noise.

[@snarfarpher2416]

That moment when the car starts and then ALL OTHER SOUND CEASES TO EXIST😂😅😂

[@GIUSAF]

This legit made me smile, tear up and jump for joy. What a machine you built here Shad!!!!!!! And thank you for show casing this ride on your channel Nicole!!!!!!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

You're welcome...we're glad you enjoyed watching!!!

[@xuxamelo]

This guy made me cry, sir you're an awesome human being.

[@ejvelarde6129]

Yup

[@chrismaines1285]

Worked at a motorcycle chopper shop as a teen and a blue Pantera rolled in and shook the building. Very cool.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thanks for the comment!!

[@shahnawazvlog6266]

Love Pantera, this is one of your best videos, all about the beautiful car and how much your love for Father, his still with you every day. Great channel. Early 1980 I can have buy and should have a use Pantera for $12,000 text drive it at the dealer yellow color still remembers, it was way too fast for me at the time.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you for sharing with us!! We're so glad you enjoyed watching!!

[@outonlocation]

Hands down the coolest build I have ever seen from a enthusiasts of any car and the fact that it was a 71 Pantera makes it hold top spot. I’m in DFW and we used to have a place called Pantera’s pizza in Plano and well the obvious Pantera. RIP Dime and Vinny! Pantera’s had a bunch of sick memorabilia and it is what introduced me to the love of the car. Thank you for sharing this with us!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We're glad you enjoyed watching!! Thanks for the comment..love it!!

[@mauriciomariano9014]

Sou brasileiro, pai de um garoto de 8 anos. Me emocionei duplamente, com o carro fantástico e com a simpatia desta apresentadora e com a sintonia em apresentar a história dos dois. Parabéns e sucesso.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much for the nice comment!! We're glad you enjoyed watching!!

[@FrankBrocato]

I am old and spent many years with Lincoln Mercury, in 1973 I was in a dealer that sold the Pantera. I had a ton of fun driving those cars around the Chicago suburbs. Many great memories watching this video, thanks for making my day .

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you for the comment!! We're so glad you enjoyed watching!!

[@charlesparks7720]

The Pantera is definitely in my top 10 of favorites. My dream car to drive is a 65 Malibu Chevelle SS. Very nice enginuity spin he put on this classic.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Nice...thanks for sharing!!

[@bogsplash8612]

Well that was a ride and a half. A car that meant a lot to at least two people in the video, and not a dry eye in the audience either I'll wager. Great episode, great car.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much for watching...we're glad you enjoyed it!!

[@lokerola]

That motor is a masterpiece.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Glad you like it!!

[@kennethjorgensen6624]

As a car guy... would have enjoyed a little more detail on the motor build and actual performance numbers.

[@zebulonswearingen4607]

This is more than a car - it is true art. And this is more than a video - it is about being a great father to a child, prioritizing fun and having that legacy lead to a fate of experiencing true art. It gets right down to the core of what it means to be human. I never had a dad with a Pantera nor have I driven one - but I have always appreciated Pantera cars - and this one here is special. I literally saved this video for now and was not disappointed. I never knew the history about Argentina, very cool. Also I love the band Pantera. 🤘

[@im4udevco]

I'm speechless and emotional. Thank you for an excellent video and the history behind this vehicle. I'm glad there are some folks like you out there that love to build stuff with their hands, passion and love. I'm hoping America can get back to it's roots in building stuff instead of buying it.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We're so glad you enjoyed watching!! Thank you for the comment!!

[@juergenpaton5004]

Time moves on but this car still looks amazing, ages like a fine wine.

[@TheM240gunner]

When the car makes you smile, you know you got the right car.

[@shadetreemotorsports]

I'm 55 yrs old and I honestly can tell you a Pantera and a ac cobra have always been my top two dream cars!!!! Without a doubt. Always been a big block ford fan. I teared up a little with you. I've had a few bbk pickup trucks but I've been building a bbk ford 2001 mustang, zinc yellow gt for the last three years. Pro touring style. She'll be on the road this fall I hope. All new drivetrain,steering,brakes. I can't wait.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you for sharing your story with us!! We appreciate you watching!!

[@JohnSmith-ud9ex]

Muffin tins.... no more need be said, the man is a legend ! = ) Shad, that is genuinely a thing of beauty !!! Shout out to Dad`s and daughters everywhere ! = )

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Nice comment!! We appreciate you watching!!

[@dallasmorrison6983]

Yes, the ingenuity in the modifications is mind blowing.

[@michaelangeles33]

Wow!! I would give 1000 thumbs up on this little story if I could. The connection with your dad and the meaning of the little flower on the dash had me tearing up ❤. Had to come back and edit this comment because in getting caught up in the story I totally neglected to express my appreciation for the marvel that this car is as well. I am grateful for vlogs like this that allow me to see such wonderful creations!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Wow, thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed watching. We appreciate the comment!!!

[@Silent1Pinoy]

I HARDLY if at all, sit through an entire car video. This video here, one of the very few that had my eyes glued to the screen. Wow, just an unbelieavable build. I would take this over ANY hyper/exotic vehicle hands down. Kudos to the owner/builder. My God this is a beautiful beast.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We appreciate you watching it!! Thank you so much for the comment!!

[@NewRiverRoots]

Best car, best episode ever. Not gonna lie I cried. Miss my dad too.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you for watching!!

[@timothyburnside3229]

What classy way to HONOR your dad and too look at what is possible with Blood, sweat, dreams and gears! There are no limits to visions only man-made fears that curtail efforts! What fantastic video of a tribute to your dad, this brand and a Shad's determination to build the best!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you for the nice comment!! We're so glad you enjoyed watching!!

[@cheneylim2540]

Great respect to you sir for all you have done for this amazing NOTYCAT.

[@abikepeddler]

Such an exceptional episode of NJ's Detour! The meaningful back story of the Pantera to both Nicole and the owner was phenomenal. Strange how an Inanimate object such as a car can have such life-long meaning and yet, so many of us have similar connections. This was not really a Pantera as much as a future heirloom... I have seen this car up close and personal a number of times and sadly the images seen here simply do not do it justice. It is way wider, way lower and way LOUDER then video could possible relay. It is pretty much the only car that scared me just being near it. I was once driving my Renault R5 Turbo in a caravan of cars from San Diego to San Clemente to attend a car show. NOTYCAT was in our group. I was driving next to him when he gave it the foot... he left me like he was a time traveler.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you...we appreciate the comment!!

[@dennisdedman2164]

Grown men be tearing up in this one. Rad car !

[@jdubbseegizzy7221]

That thing is gorgeous! I cant stop thinking Cyber Punk when i look at this car.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We're so glad you like it!!!

[@SnowDawg]

This is a great episoide with so much information and interesting stuff that I had to watch it twice in a row. Nicole and Shad, it's alright to cry. We all do.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you....we're so glad you enjoyed watching!!!

[@lancehaley9417]

I grew up in Kansas City back in the 60s and 70s during the heyday of muscle cars and had a beast of a Camaro. Was great friends with a family that lived around the corner. Their father was a doctor and former race car driver. His best friend was Leonard Yonke, who owned a Chevy dealership in Pender, Nebraska, and raced a Mark IV McLaren in the CanAm series. Leonard would get wind of all sorts of exotic vehicles that Doc Rollins acquired over the years. A Lotus Europa, an AMC AMX-Trans Am, etc. The rarest of the bunch was a 1968 DeTomaso Mangusta, the predecessor of the Panteras. I drove it one time, and it was an incredible experience driving the first mid-engine Italian car with a rumbling Ford 302 sitting right behind you.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you for sharing with us!!

[@ricardochaveste7367]

The car wants to go faster, I love everything about this Epic Pantera definitely what an amazing piece of historical engineer, way it go Nicole, the sound is amazingly good....woah im blown away..stunning, now you just need a sport wrist watch ⌚, what fantastic journey,thanks again Nicole for sharing your wonderful experiences driving this beautiful cars,so much history behind the wheels...

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you for the comment!! We're glad you enjoyed watching!!

[@zigwil153]

Yes. Insane power. Not sure I'd wanna be in doin curves aggressively... beautiful machine.

[@iceman45ification1]

That car is amazing!! The Pantera and the Lamborghini Countach are my favorite supercars from those days. Never knew DeTomaso was Argentinian. I gotta say, though. I'd love to see a Pantera with a hyped up Godzilla 7.3 and twin turbo'd someday. All in all, love the car. 😍👌

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thanks for watching...we're glad you like it!!

[@jpallen719]

This has got to be the ultimate in all of the shows you’ve ever done. I can’t think of anything that cut out do this as far as a project car absolutely unbelievable and I have to say as a 59 year old male who has seen a lot and driven a lot …. That emotional moment that you had in the car talking about your dad And he talking about his daughter really brought the tears a flowin……

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you for the nice comment...we're so glad you enjoyed watching!!!

[@alangeddes268]

A friend had one back in 73, It was a real exotic back then, The looks we would get were of envy. And as usual you made my day.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thanks for the comment!! Glad you enjoyed watching this video!!

[@leifhoffman6533]

That car is his labor of love and your father would have loved it. That thing is phenomenal. What a Bitchin' ride. The engineering that went in to it blows me away. UNREAL!!!!!!!!!

[@louisgarofalo3355]

Killer ride. Ive done those roads hundreds of times and it truly is magic out there : D

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We totally agree...it's beautiful!!

[@ZER0_G]

That was totally brilliant. What a magnificent, unique car, and with a deep connection to fatherhood from both perspectives during Nicole's visit.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you...we appreciate you watching...glad you enjoyed it!!

[@bobfugazy4916]

Nice job on the NOTYCAT Shad! Thank you for letting Nicole drive it and thank you for giving us a wonderful, detailed look at it. She is a beautiful work of art. Enjoy NOTYCAT for many years to come.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much for watching...glad you like it!!

[@rustybearden1800]

De Tomaso Panteras have always been outsiders in the exotic car world. In KIll Bill Vol 1, Bill pulls up in a Mangusta when he visits his little brother in the dirty mobile home in the desert. But the Panteras and the Mangustas are as beautiful, timeless and iconic today as the day the burst upon the scene back in the late 60s and early 70s. This one is off the charts crazy - I like it!

[@DelDiosMotorClub]

We did a story on our Instagram page and I think in shorts on KZbin on that very car that was in kill Bill. It’s here in San Diego.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We're so glad you like it!! Thank you for the comment!!

[@daveroe6480]

Beautiful car, amazing story, and just looooove that exhaust note !!

[@benjaminbeamon877]

NOTYCAT is a very special car. You can tell it was built from the heart. The heart of a lunatic. LOL. I love it.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We're glad you like it!! Thanks for watching!!

[@iansmith6728]

Mr C Shelby would tip his hat to this incarnation.

[@tomassamuelsson6606]

That man has truly understood, in every way possible, the full meaning of owning a unique car. And what a great guy, and a real class act of a gentleman he is.... respect! And as a proud father, of a son and an absolutely adorable daughter, I surelly can relate to that flower. It's put there for a reason, that only he and his daughter will ever understand, and never to be touched by someone else. Best regards from Sweden.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you for the comment!! We appreciate you watching!!

[@michaelbadami8579]

Hello Sweden! I love Stockholm and Malmo. I usedto work for The Sounds!

[@ericgelders]

The man is a true engineer - completely re-engineered that Pantera!

[@faves2012]

This man has the correct priorities 🫡💪🏾

[@DynaGuy-lu4ec]

Uhhhh Huhhh ! The Car & The Bad Ass Sexy Ass Babe ! ❤ 😍

[@seanscott7120]

Super Gnarly build! The owner did not hold back. The Dad photo was amazing.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thanks for the comment!! Glad you enjoyed watching!

[@BsurfChillin]

OMFG that sound. The pure pursuit of excellence. What dedication. His wife is an angel. Love this more than I could have imagined.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much for watching...glad you enjoyed it!

[@s2meister]

With out a doubt, my favorite episode of all. Lets just form a line of all that not only dream of driving a '71 Pantera but, now, that one too!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We're so glad you enjoyed it!! Thanks for commenting!!

[@williamriedel1686]

Not only One of the coolest automobiles ever but the coolest name for an automobile.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Glad you like it!!

[@davidkohler7454]

Oh my God that Pantera sounds mean and hungry. Just snappy.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We're so glad you like it!! Thanks for watching!!

[@westaylor5508]

The raw emotion is why I keep coming back. Thank you!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you...we appreciate that!!!

[@markatr6]

i wonder what he does for a living? it doesnt really matter, its good to see someone able to have such a machine AND put his kids thru school! ( most of us cant do THAT ) and he seems like a good hearted, interesting man, that too, is good to see !

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thanks for the comment!!

[@blackbuttecruizr]

Made me miss my Dad too... He wasn't a hot rider, but a car guy through and through. I'm a child of the 80's... Had Countach posters all over my walls, would love to drive one.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thanks for the nice comment!! We appreciate you watching!!

[@ww5511]

I love when he started choking up around 18:02.. shows how us dads feel about our daughters.

[@Liysrigede]

Made my eyes watery too, I miss my dad😢

[@user-l0colf1q8p]

クセが強すぎる　オレが乗ればもっとビシッと決まるがな👍

[@djandromus9232]

this is special, for all people that have / had , a dad that was/is a car guy.

[@jesusvaladez8254]

This is a true amazing super car, it's a master piece of engineering

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We agree!!

[@marcstruglia5910]

I have a normal Pantera with the pod dash! I love it! 1973 Orange 'L' model.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

How cool!!! Thanks for sharing!!

[@tedgeldberg6498]

enjoyed the video, i've had my early '72 Pre L for 30 years. they are a much more visceral experience than driving a modern supercar. Glad it was also an emotional experience for you.

[@AcshualSnotski]

This isn't even a Pantera anymore... This is a work of art.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We're glad you like it!!

[@daves328]

Such passion and heart! Life is short. Seize the moment! ;-)