!979 24 foot Pantara Sport

  In 1974 Pepe Nunez established Pantara Power Boats on the now famous Thunderbolt Row in Miami, Florida. Pantara amid the other power boat builders of  Apache, Cigarette, Formula and Donzi had to be innovative. Their Vee-bottoms went on to win off-shore races. As did their use of new technologies including the use of Kevlar and carbon fiber in hull construction.

  Now under new ownership Pantara is making a comeback planning to relocate in South Florida and intending to build its traditional 28 and 36 foot hulls, as well as a resigned classic 24 foot model to paying homage to Pantara’s racing heritage.

  This beautiful 1979 Pantara GT Sport is one of 24 ever produced and is an excellent example of manufacturer attention to construction and build quality. This heavy rough water boat was bought of of craigslist and it’s restoration took a full three years. John Pierce stated, “I always wanted this boat.” The 24 Pantera is one of my personal favorite boats. It had languished outside so it was in need of interior work, deck work and even seat replacement. It was truly a family project John wife  did the vinyl work, while his son sourced parts. It was decided to use a Mercury Bravo 1 outdrive. This popular model is now powered by a 468 cubic inch Chevy V-8 454 producing 500 HP. The family enjoys cruising the Delaware River knowing it has the power to really get up and go if needed.