DeTomaso Mailing List: February 1997, Message #92
     



From: "Bruce D. Brumm" <bdbrumm@ix.netcom.com>

Subject: "Plus Size" People and Panteras

Date: Thu, 13 Feb 1997 18:02:44 -0500



I am currently in the market for a Pantera (71-74), clean, rust-free, orig. Campagnollo wheels, etc.

I want one BADLY!  Fortunately, my wife wants one just as badly.

Now, if I just had the money laying around somewhere.....



My question is this:  How big (height/weight) is the average Pantera driver?  I just don't seem to

fit into one!!  I fit into a Lotus Turbo Esprit, Ferrari 308, etc.  Can seats be repositioned or

pedals adjusted to accommodate larger people?  I knew/know a Pantera owner who was about 6'6"

who lowered his floor pan a couple of inches (he also raced) to accommodate his size.



I am 6' 0" tall (~245 lb.) I'm not obese by any means; just big.  Leg room is the big problem here.

Suggestions anyone?  I could stand to lose 20 pounds, but that's not the issue here.  OK?!  :)



Any and all input welcome!



Bruce D. Brumm

Network & Systems Administrator

LDM Technologies, Inc.

Auburn Hills, MI



bdbrumm@ix.netcom.com



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