Panther J72

Panther J.72
1972 Panther J72
Overview
Manufacturer	Panther Westwinds Ltd
Production	1972 - 1981 368 produced
Assembly	Weybridge, England
Designer	Robert Jankel
Body and chassis
Body style	2-door roadster
Layout	FR layout
Powertrain
Engine	3.8L Jaguar XK6 4.2L Jaguar XK6 5.3L Jaguar V12
Transmission	4-speed manual 3-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	109.1 in (2,771 mm)
Length	160.0 in (4,064 mm)
Width	65.5 in (1,664 mm)
Height	53.0 in (1,346 mm)
Curb weight	2,504 lb (1,136 kg)

The J.72 was the first product of the Panther Westwinds company, sold from 1972 through 1981. It was an ultra-exclusive luxury roadster, intended to compete with the best of the 1970s motor industry. It used mechanicals from the XJ12, including the 5.3 L Jaguar V12 engine, and was styled like the Jaguar SS100. The J.72 was also offered with the 3.8 L and 4.2 L XK engines.

The J.72 was a success for the small company, with its Connolly coachwork beating Rolls-Royce at the 1973 London Motor Show. The car was purchased by a number of celebrities. 368 were produced in all.

1976 Panther J72

1980 Panther J72

Panther J72 interior