It’s been six years since the De Tomaso P72 first wowed crowds in 2019 with its retro-futurist styling and Shelby-inspired heritage.
Now, the Italian marque has confirmed the P72’s production version is ready to roll, with deliveries set to begin later this year.
Just as pretty, now far more real
Visually, very little has changed - which is a good thing.
The final version retains the prototype’s luscious curves and nods to the 1965 De Tomaso P70, the original collab between Alejandro De Tomaso and Carroll Shelby.
This example flaunts a white exterior with rose gold highlights on the mirrors, accents and even the wheels, which echo the original P70’s design.
The carbon-fibre monocoque chassis is formed from a single continuous piece, including the front and rear subframes - no bonding, no welding.
De Tomaso claims this construction represents a “new benchmark” for structural purity. And purity is a theme that continues inside.
No screens, no gimmicks
Modernity has been politely shown the door in the P72’s cabin. You won’t find touchscreens or voice assistants here.
Instead, there’s hand-stitched white leather, exposed carbon fibre and rose gold-finished aluminium gauges, all arranged with obsessive attention to tactile beauty. Even the exposed shifter gets the rose gold treatment.
De Tomaso’s goal? A driving experience unburdened by distractions.
“The P72 was our promise to faithfully revive a historic marque,” says CEO Norman Choi. “This first production-specification vehicle embodies everything we stand for: a mechanical soul, timeless beauty, and a driving experience that rises above modern convention.”
Built for soul, not stopwatch
Under the sculpted bonnet sits a 5.0-litre supercharged V8, developed exclusively for the P72. De Tomaso previously confirmed it’s a heavily reworked Ford Coyote unit fettled by Roush. It produces 522kW and 819Nm, sent to the rear wheels through a six-speed manual.
While the brand hasn’t published acceleration or top speed figures, it’s not chasing records. The P72 also skips drive modes, opting instead for manually adjustable three-way dampers, allowing owners to fine-tune the setup to their liking.
Pricing details remain under wraps, but it’s safe to assume the P72 won’t be cheap. Still, for those chasing a soulful blend of art, engineering and analogue purity, this one might just be worth the wait.
