After financial troubles forced owner Robert Jankel to sell Panther, the marque ended up in the hands of a Korean conglomerate headed by the petrolhead Young C Kim. Under Kim's stewardship, the Panther Lima evolved into the Kallista, and Panther refocused its efforts into a more accessible end of the market. Instead of a glassfibre body, it used aluminium over a steel chassis, and the Vauxhall mechanicals were replaced by a series of Ford engines from four-cylinder 1597cc up to 2935cc V6. Surprisingly popular and certainly capable, the Kallista kept the company afloat throughout the 1980s while it developed the intriguing mid-engined Solo. Although manufacture came to an end in 1990, the SsangYong Motor Company came back with a badge-engineered version of the roadster in 1992, but a mere 73 were made.

This example is offered in red and black coachwork and looks superb having featured in a prominent collection for some time. Used occasionally and always dry stored, this Panther has been treated to much maintenance throughout its life and as such presents very well. A superb opportunity to own a very interesting and rare classic which is perfect for the coming summer months. If you want an unmolested Kallista then this is the one for you. Consigned by Daniel Godin

Lot details
Year: 1984
Make: Panther
Model: Kallista
Registration: A906 GPE
Chassis No: SA9PANLA501005325
Odometer: tba

* From a private collection
* Desirable colour combination
* Rare example
* In good order throughout