The Fearsome Italian Supercar Time Forgot - DeTomaso Mangusta

[@johnbraithwaite8796]

Thank you everyone for your kind comments about my Mangusta. And thank you to Jack too. We had a good day together and l think Jack was very pleasantly surprised! I have owned it for nearly 40 years. Apart from being lucky to own several Ferrari V12s l also owned a Miura for over 20 years. But guess which car l have kept as being so very special! It is like a favourite overcoat and l hope never to part with it.

[@Number27]

Thank you John, was great to meet you and drive this fabulous car!

[@andrewfwallace4582]

Johnbraithwaite8796 Thank you for sharing with Jack and all of us your beautiful car.

[@benzinapaul7416]

Thank you for being so kind to lend Jack your car, I knew straight away it was yours having read many articles featuring it in classic car mags. You may know but was there a collector on the Fylde coast in Lancashire who had a Mangusta, I only ask as that's the area I'm from and I remember seeing one at a local Italian car specialist where he sent it for it's annual service and check over. I seem to remember being it white but not sure, the owner also had a Bora and a Stratos Stradale along with several other 60s/70s Italian exotica. Lovely car and thanks again

[@nasserrafek9579]

I still have the magazine article on your Mangusta, Ferrari 330(?)and Muira !! Time flies.

[@johnbraithwaite8796]

@@nasserrafek9579 250 Lusso. Wife, mistress and friend. Auto Italia!

[@aveedub7403]

This had to be one of the most amazing looking cars ever made! Such incredible lines, I only wish they'd make similar looking today! Thank you John for letting the Mangusta out to play!!!!

[@rogerking7258]

I had a Mangusta in the late 1960s and it was my favourite car. Stunning looking beast, but I don't know about the handling - mine was made by Dinky!

[@marks-the-spot]

I still have the Dinky Toys Ford GT, white with narrow blue stripes, from nearly 60 years ago sitting on my desk! Unfortunately the little headlight jewels are long gone.

[@milosbrajkovic9855]

I had a Miura in the late 1960s, mine was made by Mebetoys!

[@gilesflower]

I've never seen a real one with pink paintwork and yellow windows!

[@blisterbrain]

I had the Corgi version, with the removable chassis and engine. Its extra-springy suspension made it fun to push around!

[@chrisreed3929]

@@blisterbrain Thank you for reminding me it was Corgi. I had that one as well, loved it, and as close as I am going to get to the real thing.

[@neildavies43]

Jack, you are absolutely killing it with the cars you're featuring on your channel at the moment!

[@Number27]

Yes, i've been really privileged with some of the stuff I've been able to feature!

[@keepyourbilsteins]

Agree! Some real gems!

[@goncalomoura8156]

True fact!!! Who’d ever seen a review on a Mangusta???? More importantly, a properly set up Mangusta!!! For me, it is right up there with Miura and the Stratos and the original Countach as one of the best looking cars ever! On top of that, it drives quite nice! Oh damn…

[@danielday713]

The angles of the A pillar, vent window, and B pillar make the car look as if it’s breaking the sound barrier whilst standing still. Love it!

[@epicseadragon1692]

Great! From a look stand point I've always preferred the Mangusta to the Pantera... they're both gorgeous cars, but the Pantera is more beastly, while the Mangusta is more elegant!

[@diegolastra]

The Mangusta is one of the most beautiful cars ever built. The proportions are perfect.

[@MajorCaliber]

The Mangusta was a much more rare and *higher MSRP* offering. The Pantera was "built to a price", for Lincoln-Mercury dealerships, and that's why the original steering wheel and instrument cluster was SO CHEESY... so much so that even the purists have upgraded them.

[@philstadnicki7882]

The Mangusta and the ISO Grifo were my favourite sports cars of the 60s and early 70s. Looks wise

[@Schlipperschlopper]

I prefer the Monteverdi Hai!

[@robroyce6845]

Iso Grifo another italian super car!!

[@tuppid2463]

Me too and they were very affordable 10 or more years ago. Now they are just investments stuck in garages never to be seen. Very sad.

[@Schlipperschlopper]

you even dont see any Pagoda Mercedes since they are over 100K in value@@tuppid2463

[@gordocarbo]

@@tuppid2463 Cars were made to be driven I dont understand the stored part. Its a car, cant make memories with it if youre not on the road

[@glengosling5636]

I’ve waited decades for someone to do a full review of this beautiful car . Thank you 🙏

[@Carrera90]

You lucky sod Jack…. Mangusta…. One of my all time favs….so rare. Your killing it withe content…. Absolutely brilliant…

[@simonhodgetts6530]

I’ve wanted to see a review and history of these beautiful machines ever since I had a toy one as a boy! It’s a work of art! No other way to describe it! Thanks so much!!

[@preppen78]

Honey badgers also kill cobras, but "DeTomaso Honey Badger" doesn't exactly roll off the tongue

[@markwoodger2]

However you say it that is one beautiful thing.

[@1183newman]

De Tomaso Miele Tasso, would be honey badger in italian (i think ).

[@Number27]

HA!!! Yes you're right dude!

[@davidmacdonald8882]

How about Mongoosta.

[@DolleHengst]

​@@1183newmanthey also call them Mellivora, according to wiki. Sounds alright

[@carstenweiland7896]

The Mangusta is not forgotten, look at it, it looks stunning how can you for forget such a thing?

[@badbusdriver7160]

The Mangusta was always considered a "Bad Boy". Nice to know that the reputation, on a properly setup car and not driven to the ragged edge anyway, is undeserved. It's looks are absolutely awesome, just the right combination of beauty and beast!

[@C64SX]

Late 60's - early 70's was a great period when it comes to car design. The Mangusta is definitely one of the most beautiful cars of that time. Only 401 made, so I'm quite fortunate in that a museum about an hour from me had one on display last time I was there. I do hope they haven't sold it...

[@HiNRGboy]

I really like the early to mid 60's too....Pretty much all the 60's through mid 70's for me

[@russellhammond4373]

I've seen a few in Australia and they stops me in my tracks each and every time. Love the concept of the Mangusta and the body shape is simply 'to die for'. Thanks for another great video.

[@thefleecer3673]

Thankyou Jack for introducing me to the most beautiful car ever made. Thats a work of art

[@darrenwaller7407]

One of the best channels for all the rare classic cars.fantastic work.

[@pezzonovante888]

The cars being presented on this channel lately are absolutely awesome. Great content.

[@sterfield]

Thank you so much to show this rare car. What a sound... what a sound... what a sound... We miss De Tomaso cars so much...

[@igordewit7357]

YESSS.....this is a special ride,...i absolutely love these Mangustas. Really one of the coolest looking machines EVER made!!!

[@motorbikemuso]

I'm an avid viewer and for me this is the best review yet; the most enjoyable and the most esoteric car.

[@sputumtube]

Had a poster of a Mangusta on my bedroom wall in the 60's. I've never seen a real one, let alone one in motion. This review ticks all my childhood boxes - thanks for posting.

[@James-ld2jc]

That's one hell of a car, amazing styling and lovely burbling exhaust note. Thank you for the video Jack

[@NLBassist]

Your channel became one of my favourites, with Harry's Garage and Tyrrell's Classic Workshop. And you are getting better and better. I don't watch that many car channels, cos I get annoyed too fast. But your channel? Love it.

[@marcpeters4599]

Amen to that!👌👍

[@shahnawazvlog6266]

Beautiful still remember first back in early 70's when I first see them

[@S-Ltd1000]

Loving these old 70s rarities Jack. These were the hero cars of my childhood.👍

[@onlypendants]

DeTomaso made stunningly beautiful cars 😍

[@madrew2003]

It's not a Cleveland. It's a 302 windsor based motor. Totally different animal from the Pantera engine. Classic 260/289/302 short deck Ford small block instead of the Cleveland. If they stroked it, it's likely a 347 cid setup now. Real common for hot rodders here in the colonies!

[@truantray]

The most beautiful car ever made. Extremely rare now. They tripled in value in the last 10 years.

[@BlackStar250874]

And I thought Pantera looked great. For me, Mangusta is just gorgeous! If there is a car I want for my display case (I collect 1:24 scale cars), this is it! Thanks for driving this beauty and sharing your thoughts about it. You made my day! 😊

[@ryanmccormick2150]

Another amazing car and another amazing review..... well done buddy 👏

[@dallisb1047]

Nice job as always Jack! I love that you get excited.

[@Bubbaburp]

My favourite looking car of all time. Utterly gorgeous. Thanks for the review but even if I could afford one I doubt I’d buy one. Nevertheless the best looking car ever made imo!

[@skeligun]

You're on a roll! Another incredible Italian monster!

[@Jonoponomono]

What a beautiful car and so happy to hear that the drive matches the looks at the sort of speeds we would all be driving it. Amazing.

[@TheMrFishnDucks]

Awesome car. Thank you for showcasing cars that I have only seen or heard about from Gran Turismo. This car looks awesome. Video production has also improved. Keep up the good work.

[@rudfil]

As a young car loving kid in the 70s this car was a dream and it’s still a dream. The baby blue stripes are from the Argentina flag in the logo.

[@williamwilliam5066]

Lovely car, love how Mr 27 really describes and appreciates the aesthetics, not only from a car perspective, but in a more artistic sense. Then again, I suspect he has Italian blood :)

[@michaeloxman3820]

I saw my first Mangusta last year at a car show in Northern New Jersey. A true work of art. Thanks for the video!

[@aussiebloke609]

Never saw Kill Bill, but a yellow Mangusta is shown in Kylie Minogue's _Can't Get You Out Of My Head_ video which came out a year or so before the Tarantino's movie.

[@C64SX]

Yea that's my first contact with this beautiful car as well :) Had no idea what car it was, just knew I loved it from the very first time I saw it.

[@daveshongkongchinachannel]

Not only is this the best looking DeTomaso, it's actually a really nice looking car in its own right.

[@sdc8547]

This and the XJ13 are the most beautiful cars ever made. 😘

[@federicomalignani4957]

Giacomo,what a rare and magnificent car !!! Still modern in design,nothing is wrong in the low and streamlined profile of the Mangusta,because is simple, without chromed trims,without wings or spoilers, with no eccessive or unnecessary air intakes,just muscles and perfection. De Tomaso at its best,innovative and powerful,just a sports car. One of my dreams too.

[@motorv8N]

Great video Jack - the flow of your episodes is bang on and your ability to chat knowledgeably all the while charging along the twisties is really impressive.

[@captaineugene9840]

Such a beautiful design, modern car designers all over the world, please take this design language as an example! Thanks Jack for yet another interesting review, keep it on.

[@stephenricketts7764]

There is some American style in this car without doubt and nothing wrong with that. It does have a great stance overall. You had your sensible hat on today which is good when you think of the value of the car. You still managed to get it to 'sing' though Jack, very nice! Ah so it is KZbin who put up the thumbnails at the end. There have been a few recently that have covered up your contact details, not complaining Jack, just thought I would mention it. Please keep up the good work thanks Jack. 👍👍

[@jacobyoung1671]

If youd been around back in the day DeTomaso would still be about. Youre an excellent PR man. Great video

[@pommycalva]

I was lucky to have driven one of these ,in the mid 80’s in Portland Or u.s.a. When I worked at a Porsche specialist.Only drove to the other side of town,but this brings back memories.🙏

[@pj9375]

Love these. Such a gorgeous design and by the looks of the engine placement, we’ll packaged too! Nice one Jack! (Lucky bugger)

[@1maico1]

In 1970 as a small boy I remember going with my pocket money in hand to ToysToysToys in Swiss Cottge London and buying the newly released Corgi Mangusta model. It was something of a revelation at the time, the body lifted off revealing the backbone chassis and engine.

[@packhams4]

And where is it now......if only we had treasured those models more at the time [ the Saint's Volvo, the Buick Riviera with real headlights etc]

[@The-Man-On-The-Mountain]

A neighbor had one of these in red. I was a kid and I was absolutely shocked by 2 things: the tires, and that half the car was the biggest engine ever. And that sound... A rare car that is, also, beautiful.

[@simonelliott5956]

You’ve knocked this one right out of the park Jack! What a fabulous car. The Mangusta and the Espada, would be my first purchases if, no, when I win the lottery!

[@jotape5681]

You have such a good taste sir.

[@cdjhyoung]

You are preaching to the world of gear heads out here. As nice as this segment is, more video of the suspension, engine and underpinnings would be much appreciated. Bodies are nice to look at, but many of us like looking at the junk under the bonnet even more.

[@oldieman730]

Beautiful machine, and my favourite after the Muira. Thanks for sharing the road test

[@stevemurrell6167]

I had a Corgi toy of this car when I was a kid.....and I was in love with it.

[@johnmccrae2824]

Me too!

[@576103]

Nice job! A few niggles-the Mangusta actually doesn’t share the Pantera/Ferrari steering rack. It lifted it from the most lowly place imaginable-the Renault R4! Shifter is by steel rods and U-joints, not cables. Although the driving position can feel comfortable, the most unusual thing about the Mangusta is the proximity to the top of the windscreen. It is SO close to your face. One good sneeze and you will smack it good!

[@gabeicaza4560]

The fact that this car can sit regular people in the car is a plus. Also it sounds and looks great. Suspension and other small mechanical things could easily mitigated! Like you said, a lovely car to drive.

[@TroyConvers5000]

Define 'easily mitigated'.

[@wallacemeoski2440]

Mangusta, just an awesome work of art.

[@ThomasMulhall]

I seem to remember a Mangusta being used in a Disney Kurt Russell film from the late 60's. Might have been "The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes," or similar. Joe Flynn was hilarious as always. What a car! DeTomaso CLub used to turn up at Italian car events in California, and we were spoiled seeing these cars int he 80s when they were within reach. Those engines can be easily tuned to 400HP and not expensively either. If you can find a genuine 427 engine, that would be the one for this car. Jolly good commentary. Thank you

[@DeAudiofilosyLocos]

I had one of these in diecast as a kid but never got to see it in person, only the Pantera. Thanks for this trip back 😊😊

[@julianaburrow7131]

It appears that you have some of the same favourite roads as Mr Harry Metcalfe…! And indeed why not? Fabulous part of the country. And another great video, of course!

[@danieleregoli812]

and now a compliment for you Jack: you do remind me in this video of Rossano Brazzi driving the Miura on the mountain pass in You-know-where... Only Matt Monro serenading along is missing!!!

[@RUfromthe40s]

he doesn´t know nothing,he´s american in english so nill

[@perseus9428]

Well observed.

[@ceedoubleyou]

thanks for another great review, warts and all, always look forward to your reviews, love 'em.

[@plmn93]

You say the gear change takes deliberation and I believe you, but that "snick snick" combined with the low rumble of the 302 sounds absolute incredible.

[@Chris.Davies]

I have loved the Mangusta since 1970. In fact I still have a 1:40 scale diecast model, in white and orange.

[@williamforsyth-ye4rc]

I watched Kill Bill2 a couple of days ago, and I spent several hours trying to find out exactly which car featured in that scene, for a few seconds! I initially thought it was a Pantera, but couldn't find any pics to confirm that! Now this video pops up, due to the algorithm! Serendipitous or what! Major Props for the video Sir!

[@sebastiend.5335]

I live near the airport and at the same time you gave it some beans, a nearby plane was on full acceleration for take-off. For a split second there, I thought it was the car making that noise. In perfect synchro I might add. Brilliant! Greetings from the Netherlands

[@pizzagogo6151]

Amazing!!& such a rare car, never seen one not even in a car show😮. Such a stunner😃- great you got your hands on one. Thanks!

[@tuppid2463]

Fell in love with the car when I first saw a picture of one in 1968. Frustratingly a very rare RHD car came up for sale about 5 years ago which I just missed and in my favourite colour. It wasn’t cheap at £100k but as Jack said they are north of £300k now. Thanks for the review.

[@paulnewton737]

Thanks for featuring the first car I was smitten with when I saw it featured in a magazine in the school library back in the 60s. An absolute stunner then and still so now, and I could forgive any supposed shortcomings. Only recall one occasion when I have seen one in the flesh, well a pair actually at either a HSCC or CSCC race meeting about 10 years ago, one of which was entered in a race. Will post the photos if I can find them!

[@ciaranburke3243]

Excellent Jack I have heard of the mangusta and seen a few photos never knew what they drove like, absolutely love it 😀👍

[@alexguest9937]

That thing is just BRUTAL! It's just about my favourite supercar styling exercise. Even better than the Lotus Esprit that Giugiaro styled after this. But the styling language is unmistakably Giugiaro. When I was younger I preferred the Pantera, but that looks a little too 'over the top' for me now. The Mangusta is just sublime. Even the name is killer (pun intended)! Would love one of these (I'll buy one in my dreams). Can't believe how TINY it is though!

[@eze8970]

Thanks Jack, your enthusiasm, always high, goes up a notch for anything Italian! Note the TVR Griffith was also known as 'the mongoose' for it's capability against Cobras. The Mangusta, another great looking & sounding De Tomaso!

[@Number27]

Thanks for the info dude! And for watching

[@eze8970]

@@Number27 ☺☺

[@markwalton8644]

​@@Number27 Love the DeTomaro content. I really didn't know much about them apart from they looked beautiful and had big American V8 's. Perhaps a TVR Series next. All the way from the Original TVR Griffith to the Sagaris.😊

[@fraserhenderson7839]

Thank you Mr Braithwaite for preserving this rare package of history and sensation. It's gorgeous! I was well aware of these cars when they were in production but I have never had the pleasure of seeing one.

[@salvatoredipietro7174]

Great video on a spectacular car. I'm so pleased with your correct Italian pronunciation. The Internet is crowded with predominantly English fellows butchering my language mercilessly. Keep the great work going on these brilliant timepieces of cars you discover. And thanks to Tarantino for bringing another generation into the knowledge.

[@mo155]

I forgot about this one. What a beauty with excellent proportions. Well chosen Jack!!

[@grimson]

A stunning car, timeless design.

[@1240enzo]

I always liked the design of the Mangusta over the Pantera. There used to be many years ago a silver Mangusta here in Hobart, Tasmania. I assume it went back to the mainland but it was a treat to see one for real.

[@free_gold4467]

That is one of the best looking cars I've ever seen.

[@Number27]

Absolutely… incredible car. I’m in love!!

[@marcpeters4599]

​@@Number27my first car was a '69 GTO that I bought from a kid at my high school who worked at a local paint/body shop. I never checked to see if it was a factory color, I'm pretty sure he sprayed it himself, but the color was what made me have to have it - it was almost exactly the same as this beautiful machine. Do you know the color by any chance? I absolutely LOVE this shade of my favorite color blue, I believe that some refer to it as French blue. Thanks for bringing back some great memories of my youth in the 80's spent with my own "blue beast", and wishing you continued success with your channel that I recently discovered and promptly subbed to👌👍🙂✌️

[@geraldscott4302]

Beautiful car. I especially love the gorgeous normal sized wheels and the tires with those nice wide sidewalls. It looks so much better than anything made today. The DeTomaso Pantera was a beautiful car to begin with, now so many of them have been completely destroyed with 30" ghetto wheels without tires and wide body kits.

[@Number27]

I totally agree!

[@bicyclist2]

It's good to see someone finally reviewing a Mangusta. I loved it from the moment I saw pictures of it in the early 80's. I hope to get the chance to see one in person some day. They don't come up for sale very often, but I did find two for sale on Hemmings. Thank you.

[@Number27]

Glad you enjoyed it!! Thanks for watching 🙏

[@michaelgautreaux3168]

The Mangusta is the Jewel. Panteras leave me cold, never liked them but the Mangusta...flaws & all! Many thanx 👍👍

[@alphamegaman8847]

Didn't know how lucky I was when I was about 15, a friend of the family had amongst his stable of cars, one of these Beautiful vehicles. He took me for a ride in this, a 63 split window Vette, an HO Trans-Am and Pantera! 👍 Had no idea the Detamaso was one of only 400 something! Always enjoyed both the Pantera and the Mangusta! Mike in San Diego. 🌞🎸🚀🖖

[@daniellee9015]

Absaloutly brilliant video jack ❤👍 what an amazing car absaloutly stunning brilliant

[@davidclayton4396]

Stunning looking car ,I remember the Kylie video -can't get you out of my head-she was driving a bright yellow one .

[@stalati34]

My brother had a wired remote control version and I had a matchbox one. They are one of my favourite cars. They are gorgeous and I finally saw one at the classic car show. Great video.

[@anonymous_bot_bot]

Can't believe you got your hands on a Mangusta! Fabulous!! Longchamp GTS would be awesome. Thanks Jack

[@canucklehead0]

Brilliant review, Jack!!! You know I have a real soft spot for 71-73 Pantera's but this Mangusta was just a sweet car to watch eat up some asphalt!!! I wish you success in your endeavor to acquire a Pantera, and I know you'll be happy to show it off to us!! Take care - Dave

[@Number27]

Thanks Dave, glad you enjoyed the video!

[@cam3002]

Beautiful car, thanks for sharing. Around 25 years or so ago (late '90's), I came across one that was reasonable priced but needed a lot of maintenance that I almost purchased but got a 6 series BMW instead. What a mistake.

[@mrdainase]

Walked away from a dream car due to it possibly being a nightmare on wheels, and then massively regretting it later? Yep, got that very same T-Shirt.

[@attentiondeficitsquirrel7660]

Oh my god!! That’s it! I had this car as a matchbox when I was a kid! Same color and everything. The back opened up to show the engine compartment too.

[@jonfrank2566]

Well done for scoring Mangusta ! Such a pretty car...

[@wpb1395]

I've loved this car forever. A friend showed me the Kylie Minogue 'Can't get you out of my head' video and asked me what the car was. Instantly responded that it was a Mangusta.

[@EmmyEmmy-yv2tz]

Il design italiano è una delle pochissime cose di questo paese che mi fa sentire orgoglioso delle capacità di questa bella e cenerentola nazione ❤

[@RUfromthe40s]

they are stealing it by creating stories that were made by them while wanting to relate a good italian car with american support or it wouldn´t be a car at all, but they are right in saying it was a Cobra Killer(excessive power on a litle english body, "the shelby")

[@quercus5398]

E’ evidente che non hai una minima idea della capacità’ Italiana su tutto il manufatturato......passato e’ presente!

[@EmmyEmmy-yv2tz]

​@@quercus5398lascio a lei l'incombenza di essere l'onnisciente da tastiera. Cordialità.

[@quercus5398]

@@EmmyEmmy-yv2tz Quale Dizionario usi? You seem to go out of your way to impress with heavy hardly used words.........get real!

[@EmmyEmmy-yv2tz]

​@@quercus5398fatti una vita.

[@grimson]

I love love love these rare and gorgeous vintage supercars, but how about now and then a rare but somewhat affordable classic? May I suggest the Lancia Montecarlo/Scorpion? There is very little about them on KZbin, but it's a really quirky little mini-exotic.

[@donquixote3927]

Absolutely glorious Jack - I DO miss my Matchbox collection. Get someone to knock you up a Mangusta body shell and stick it on your forthcoming Pantera.

[@draincctv8659]

I think a Pantera would be a fitting upgrade from the 308 & hopefully quell the uprising that some had when you decided to sell the 308 (no objections from down under). Pantera's are creeping up in value & I think they will be worth a lot more money in the coming years, at least for the next few decades, even if all the young folk decide driving & collecting old cars is no longer their thing.

[@goncalomoura8156]

Good point! And a good Pantera can also be a cracking drive!

[@geoffmarsh7986]

I would be astonished if the brilliant Italian designer would have been influenced in any way by the Corvette C1 split rear window design, which from memory was only produced for 1 year. First time I have ever heard that an American design could have influenced the incredible creative designers back in the day. Happy to be proved wrong, but what a fabulous car, and I have been lucky enough to inspect a well know example also based in the UK. Great video, again.

[@jujumin7135]

Very very interesting video! I think I fell in love with this car even more after watching your video

[@LOTPOR0402]

De Tomaso did some nice looking cars in the 60s/70s, some of the best designs ever made

[@gaz5663]

Always loved this car , thanks for the great review a true forgotten masterpiece.