This is "ADRNLN" — a 1972 DeTomaso Pantera reborn by Ringbrothers. 5,000 hours, 600 hp, and pure handcrafted insanity that made history.
Overview
SBX Cars is proud to offer for sale this bespoke 1972 DeTomaso Pantera showing about 10,000 miles at the time of this cataloging. Finished in BASF’s Glasurit “Yellow Line” over a custom yellow and black leather interior, this custom Pantera is now offered in Texas with keys, a poster, and a clear Montana title in the seller’s name.
From its first debut in 1970, the DeTomaso Pantera was an eye-catching piece of machinery – combining sexy Italian-inspired styling with brute American horsepower. Over three decades later, one Pantera was completely reimagined, receiving a massive injection both of modern looks and of cutting-edge performance. The result was a vehicle unlike anything the supercar world had ever seen before.
Dubbed “ADRNLN,” this Pantera was brought to life by Ringbrothers Jim and Mike Ring of Spring Green, Wisconsin. Their successful car-building enterprise has caught the attention and acclaim of television viewers, magazines, and performance enthusiasts around the globe. ADRNLN was the recipient of over 5,000 hours of custom work; nearly every panel was handcrafted. The body was smoothed, widened, and modernized with carbon fiber accents throughout. The vehicle was built for a Nike board member and is presented as a 1971 model year to pay homage to the year the company was founded. It made a star-studded appearance at the SEMA show in Las Vegas after being completed in 2013, and it was featured in extensive promotional efforts by Prestone Corporation, who was also responsible for commissioning the current interior.
In January 2015, the car sold at Barrett-Jackson in Scottsdale to TV personality Richard Rawlings, who himself is a known figure in the automotive world thanks to his show “Fast ‘N’ Loud.” ADRNLN became known as the highest-selling Pantera in collector-car auction history. It later went on to be featured inside the prestigious Petersen Museum in Los Angeles before making its way to its current owner.
Rare is the opportunity to own a supercar that combines celebrity ownership, extensive on-camera provenance, and a unique story to back it all up. SBX Cars is thrilled to make history with this machine.
Specifications & Options
Exterior
- BASF Glasurit Waterborne “Yellow Line” paint (code CMX-M6009K)
- Full restoration
- Custom panels
- Smoothed shape
- Widened rear fender flares
- Custom headlight enclosures
- Audi A4 projector beams
- Front splitter
- Carbon fiber trim
- Roof-mounted air inlet
- Carbon fiber rear diffuser
- 19-inch HRS S101 three-piece forged aluminum wheels
- Polished outer lips
- Satin-finish charcoal spokes
- New tires all around: Nitto front and Toyo rear
- 275/30 front
- 345/30 rear
Interior
- Yellow and black two-tone leather upholstery
- Recaro bucket seats
- Diamond stitch pattern
- Ringbrothers-logo embroidery
- Matching Crow Safety Gear seat belts
- Push-button ignition
- Momo microsuede-wrapped steering wheel
- Flat-bottom
- Ididit tilt steering column
- Leather-upholstered dash cap
- Vintage Air HVAC system
- B&M shifter
- Alpine touchscreen display
- 240-watt 5.5-inch speakers
- V-Power amplifier
- Aluminum pedals
- Floor mats
- Classic Instruments gauges
- Minimalist appearance - use of the number 71 to commemorate Nike's founding
- Speedometer
- Tachometer
- Fuel level
- Coolant temperature
Mechanical
- Rear-mid-mounted 6.2-liter LS3 V8
- Built by Wegner Motorsports
- Holley Dominator EFI fuel-management system
- Aeromotive 16-gallon fuel tank
- AFCO radiator
- Rated at 600 horsepower
- Bowler Transmissions ZF five-speed manual gearbox
- McLeod Racing stage three clutch
- Independent rear end
- Ringbrothers custom-built headers
- Flowmaster Pro Series laminar flow stainless-steel mufflers
- Four-wheel Baer six-piston brake calipers
- C5 Corvette-derived suspension
- Custom tubular control arms
- Upgraded sway bars
- AFCO Racing monotube shock absorbers
Service History
Work in April 2025 by Covert Cadillac of Bee Cave in Austin, Texas included a refresh of the fuel system including injectors, fuel rail, coils, and spark plugs. The tires are newly replaced. The car is said to exhibit optimal running and driving dynamics at this time.
Condition & Reports
As noted above, this Pantera is presented as a 1971 model year as an homage to the year Nike was founded.
Prestone owned the vehicle after Richard Rawlings and before the seller. It was during Prestone's ownership that the interior was changed to the current black and yellow design.
Per the seller, the vehicle is ideal for someone no taller than 5’10", and is reportedly the primary reason he is selling and why Mr. Rawlings sold the car.
Included in the Sale
- One key fob
- Fuel cap key
- Barrett-Jackson poster
Summary
A supercar that’s also a TV superstar? Right here. Celebrity-built, celebrity-owned, and admired by millions of people over the last decade. This is one seriously unheard-of opportunity to own a car that was special enough to occupy a space in the Petersen Museum. Its next home is inside your garage.
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Buyer's Premium
The Buyer’s Premium will be added to the final sale price and is payable directly to SBX Cars. Sales tax applicability will be determined by buyer's location.
- Buyer's premium: 5%
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