After six years of teasing the automotive world with stunning concept photos, De Tomaso has finally pulled back the curtain on the production-ready P72. And it doesn’t disappoint. While everyone else is cramming more screens into their cockpits, De Tomaso went the opposite direction: the P72 has exactly zero displays, no infotainment system, and not even a radio. Just you, a supercharged Ford V8, and that gorgeous exposed shifter linkage.
We’ve been following this story since we first covered the P72’s production announcement back in December, and seeing the finished car finally emerge feels like watching a promise kept. The production P72 stays remarkably true to that original vision, which has unfortunately become a rare feat in the supercar world.
Six Years in the Making
The journey from that rose-gold concept at the 2019 Goodwood Festival of Speed to today’s production car hasn’t been smooth sailing. COVID, supply chain chaos, and the general insanity of launching a small-volume supercar nearly derailed the project. But Norman Choi, the man behind De Tomaso’s revival, kept the faith. The result is a car that looks almost identical to that original concept, which is frankly miraculous in an industry where production cars usually get watered down beyond recognition.
Analog Soul in a Digital World
Step inside the P72, and you’re transported back to an era when cars were built for emotion, not algorithms. The dashboard is a masterpiece of milled aluminum – all179 pieces of it, which apparently beats the Bugatti Tourbillon by 19 components. Every surface has been lovingly crafted by human hands, from the hand-stitched leather to the knurled aluminum controls.
The centerpiece is that exposed shifter linkage, a work of art that connects you directly to the six-speed manual transmission. It’s the kind of tactile experience that makes you wonder why we ever thought paddle shifters were an acceptable substitute for the real thing. The gauges are analog, the controls are physical, and the only concession to modernity is a rear-view camera display (because even purists need to back up safely).
Ford Power, Italian Soul
Under that stunning carbon fiber bodywork lies a supercharged 5.0-liter Ford Coyote V8, tuned by Roush to produce 700 horsepower and 605 lb-ft of torque. Yes, it’s essentially a Mustang engine, but given De Tomaso’s history of stuffing American V8s into gorgeous Italian bodies (hello, Pantera), this feels perfectly on-brand.
The engine features bespoke forged internals and a custom supercharger designed to minimize whine because apparently, Choi prefers the sound of natural aspiration. Power flows exclusively to the rear wheels through that glorious manual gearbox, with no computers mucking about with traction control or drive modes. It’s refreshingly old-school in the best possible way.
Carbon Fiber Artistry
The P72’s carbon fiber monocoque is a thing of beauty. It’s a single, uninterrupted piece with no bonded sections. That’s incredibly difficult to manufacture and speaks to De Tomaso’s obsession with doing things the hard way when it makes the car better. The entire body is also carbon fiber, available in either heritage-inspired paint colors or naked carbon for those who want to show off the weave.
The chassis was developed from scratch over several years, with meticulous attention to weight distribution and center of gravity. Combined with pushrod suspension and three-way manually adjustable dampers, it promises an analog driving experience that rewards familiarity over instant gratification.
Exclusivity with a Price
All 72 production slots were sold years ago, with a lengthy waiting list for any potential cancellations. At €1.6 million (roughly $1.8 million), the P72 isn’t cheap, but then again, exclusivity never is. Each car will be individually commissioned with bespoke finishes and details tailored to the owner’s preferences.
The example shown today is an internal production unit (designated DT0001) that won’t count toward the 72-unit production run. It serves as a showcase of the final build quality and engineering that customers can expect when deliveries begin in late 2025.
Spec Sheet
Model: De Tomaso P72
Engine: Supercharged 5.0-liter Ford Coyote V8 (Roush-tuned)
Power: 700 HP
Torque: 605 lb-ft (820 Nm)
Transmission: Six-speed manual
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive
Chassis: Single-piece carbon fiber monocoque
Body: Full carbon fiber construction
Suspension: Pushrod system with 3-way manually adjustable dampers
Weight: Approximately 1,400 kg (3,086 lbs)
Interior Features: 179 individually milled aluminum components, no screens/infotainment
Production: Limited to 72 units
Price: €1.6 million (~$1.8 million)
Pricing & Availability
All 72 production slots are sold out with a waiting list for potential cancellations. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in late 2025, with each car individually commissioned to the owner’s specifications.
Recap
2025 De Tomaso Production Spec P72
After six years of development, the production De Tomaso P72 delivers 700 horsepower through a supercharged Ford V8, a manual transmission with exposed linkage, zero screens, and limited to just 72 units.
