
The Panoz GTS is built from the ground up as a driver's class spec racer. The Panoz GTS meets all current SCCA technical and safety requirements. The GTS can compete in the following...
NOTICE: THIS VEHICLE IS FOR OFF-ROAD USE ONLY. IT IS NOT LEGAL FOR HIGWAY USE
The Panoz GTS features a unique body comprised of fifteen thermoformed panels, making it more durable, less expensive and easier to replace than fiberglass. Also, all Panoz GTS spec racers feature an eight-point integrated roll cage with triple tube side-protection and working doors on both sides of the vehicle. Weighing in at just 2,700 lbs., the Panoz GTS is powered by a Ford Motorsports 5.8 liter, 16-valve V-8 capable of 430 bhp at 5,850 rpm. The Panoz GTS comes race-ready and is available from your authorized Panoz GTS dealer (SSP).
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| Chassis: | 1.75(43.75mm) x 1.75, .090(2.25 mm) Wall, Mild Steel Space Frame 1.75x .095 DOM 8-point roll cage w/triple tube side protection, 18-gauge interior panels, welded in Meets all SCCA tech and safety requirements |
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| Layout: | Front mid-engine, rear drive |
| Engine: | Ford Motorsports 5.8-liter, 16-valve V8 |
| Compression Ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Horsepower @ rpm: | 445 bhp @ 5,850 |
| Torque @ rpm: | 440 lb/ft @ 4,500 |
| Cylinder Heads: | Aluminum, Edelbrock Performer |
| Carburation: | Holley 4bbl., 750-cfm Double Pump Carburetor |
| Ignition: | MSD 6ALN Ignition Control |
| Transmission: | Tremec TKO-600, 5 speed manual |
| Gear Ratios: | 1st: 2.87 | 2nd: 1.89 | 3rd: 1.28 | 4th: 1.00 | 5th: 0.82 |
| Final Drive: | 3.89:1, Ford 9-inch w/True-Trac (3.50:1 Optional) Differential cooler w/integrated pump |
| Clutch: | QuarterMaster V-Extreme 8.5" Aluminum Flywheel and Clutch Assembly |
| Exhaust: | Custom Hedman Headers & MagnaFlow Mufflers |
| Suspension (f/r): | Front - Unequal length A Arm Penske single adjustable coil-over shock absorbers Two-position adjustable sway bar, 1.25” dia. |
| Rear - Live axle located by trailing arms and Watts Link Penske single adjustable coil-over shock absorbers Three-position adjustable sway bar, 0.75” dia. | |
| Brakes (f/r): | Front - Brembo 4-piston hydraulic calipers 40/44mm 328mm slotted & vented, floating rotors (pre-bedded) Performance Friction Pads |
| Front - Brembo 4-piston hydraulic calipers 40/44mm 328mm slotted & vented, floating rotors (pre-bedded) Performance Friction Pads | |
| Wheels: | BBS "RGR" 18 x 10 inch (457 x 254 mm) aluminum Optional: 18 x 11 inch rear wheel |
| Tires: | Pirelli P-Zero Slicks (285/640x18) Optional: 305/645x18 rear tire |
| Steering: | Rack & Pinion | Power Assisted |
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| 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h): | 5.1 sec |
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| Quarter Mile: | 13.7 sec. @ 103.5 mph |
| Lateral Acceleration: | 0.92 g |
| Top Speed: | 155 mph (250.0 km/h) |
| EPA Mileage Rating: | 17 city / 25 hwy |