1974 De Tomaso Pantera | Upper Heyford, Northamptonshire

The De Tomaso Pantera is an Italian mid-engined sports car with a Ford V8 behind the seats, and it is liked for exactly that mix of Italian design and American power. Its low wedge shape and pop-up headlights mark it out at once as a 1970s exotic. This car is yellow with a black interior, in excellent condition. The 6000cc V8 gives it a deep, loud exhaust note, and the cabin is plain and built around the driver. It is left-hand drive: the driver sits on the kerb side, so the passenger steps out on the road side. It seats two. The low stance and bold yellow give photographers and fashion and editorial teams a strong block of colour against any backdrop. The wedge profile suits 1970s-set film and TV and music videos, and at an event the V8 gives visitors something to talk about. Weddings and personal hires get a dramatic arrival. The car is based in Northamptonshire.