Panoz GTS Description
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:
- SCCA National & Regional GT-2 Class
- Panoz Racing Series Pro & Amateur GTS Class
- NASA (National Auto Sport Association)
- PBOC (Porsche BMW Owners Club)
 GTS Owner Manual (right-click and then left-click Save As to download)
2007 Price Sheet (right-click and then left-click Save As to download)
Features
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.
Specifications
Chassis: |
1.75" (43.75mm) x 1.75", .090 (2.25mm) Wall, Mild Steel Space Frame. 1.75" x .095 DOM 8-point roll cage with triple tube side protection, 18-guage interior panels welded in. Meets all SCCA technical and safety requirements. |
Engine | Drivetrain
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 | Brakes | Wheels
Suspension (f/r) : |
Front - |
Unequal length A Arm
Penske single adjustable coil-over shock absorbers
Two-position adjustable sway bar, 1.25” dia. |
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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. |
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Brakes (f/r): |
Front - |
Brembo 4-piston hydraulic calipers 40/44mm 328mm slotted & vented, floating rotors (pre-bedded)
Performance Friction Pads |
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Rear - |
Brembo 4-piston hydraulic calipers 36/40mm
320 mm slotted & vented, floating rotors
Performance Friction Pads |
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Wheels: |
BBS "RGR" 18 x 10 inch (457 x 254 mm) aluminum. OPTIONAL: 18 x 11 inch rear wheel |
Tires: |
Slicks (285/640x18). OPTIONAL: 305/645x18 rear tire |
Steering: |
Rack & Pinion | Power Assisted |
Equipment | Controls
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Steel braided fuel and oil lines
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Front brake cooling ducts
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Aluminum, high support one piece racing seat, Various widths
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Fittipaldi 3-spoke steering wheel with quick release
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Autometer 2-5/8” Ultra Lite gauges and lighted 10k rpm Monster Tach w/memory
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Stack Dash Loggers (optional)
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Pi Research System 2 digital instruments (optional)
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Wilwood brake bias control system (cockpit adjustable)
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Fuel Safe fuel cell with bladder located within chassis rails
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3-inch, 5-point safety harness
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Driver’s side window net
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Manual Halon fire extinguisher system; driver and remote operated
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Driver and remote battery kill key
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Illuminating taillights and brake lights
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Remote battery boost connector
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Left and right side mirrors (electric remote optional)
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Single electric wiper
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Opening doors
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