DeTomaso Mailing List: October 98, Message #45

Well, actually, my Dad and I used to restore old Alfa's, and we started but did
not finish an MGA.  The Pantera is quite a change of pace, but one I am ready
for.

Everybody has a different story, but the consensus seems to be that it is a
buyer's market right now, and the prices I've seen seem to agree with that.
$25,000 will buy a pretty nice car, from what I've seen.

Thanks to everybody who has responded so far - keep the leads coming!

- Dwight Larson

Carter Tate wrote:

> Le'mee get this straight, you want to move direct from an Impala to a
> Pantera. That just can't be done son, you've got to come up through the
> ranks. I mean you gotta have some TI (time in). You don't just wake up one
> mornin and say, hey, I think I'll drive a Kitty.
> You don't just jump from an American made la bomba to anything made in
> Italy. You got to own some British car's first and earn some garage time,
> man. Whad you do win the Lotto or somthin...
> Just pullin your leg..Good luck in the search, but prices are up. You should
> expect to pay at least $30,000. for a clean Kitty as you describe.
> Welcome Aboard!
> "GATO"#5051
> CCTexas
>
> Dwight Larson wrote:
>
> > Hi, everybody!
> >
> > I am looking for an L-model Pantera.  I am shopping for a car in good to
> > excellent condition, priced in the 20's.  I am not too particular about
> > originality - what I want is a car that has had a lot of the typical
> > problems fixed (A/C, cooling, ignition, carb, etc.) and has no rust.  I
> > have found several good cars in this price range already, but I'd like
> > to check with the members of this mail list to see what else is out
> > there.
> >
> > Above all, the car I buy will have to be reliable - I don't have the
> > time for a fixer-upper.  I'm not at all opposed to doing a little work
> > to fix some minor problems, but no body work (beyond paintless repair)
> > and no drivetrain repairs, at least right away.
> >
> > I had a car lined up through Gary Hall, but unfortunately, the deal fell
> > through on short notice.  By the way - whoever bought #5100 from Gary -
> > how do you like that car?  It seemed like a great deal!  :)
> >
> > I'd prefer to avoid cars with fender flares unless they are really
> > exceptional.  I'm not opposed to the delta wing, but I will probably
> > remove it after purchasing a car so equipped.  Wide wheels & tires or
> > custom wheels are a big plus.  the more that has been done to modernize
> > the car, the better.  However, I am also very open to a relatively stock
> > car in excellent condition.
> >
> > Incidentally - when I find the Pantera, I will have a nice '96 Impala SS
> > up for sale!  If you might be interested, the car is black, with 53,000
> > miles (never raced/abused) and is very clean.  I have installed a 2.5"
> > SLP stainless exhaust system and several other performance and
> > "dress-up" parts.  A great car for someone who needs a very fast, very
> > large, very mean-looking four-door sedan. . .  email me for details.
> >
> > Anyway - if anybody has any leads or a car to sell, please let me know.
> > I appreciate your help.
> >
> > Thanks!
> >
> > Dwight "almost bought #5100" Larson
> > mailto:dslarson@gte.net
> > (972) 473-4866
> >
> > p.s.  AsaJay - your web site has been a great aid!  Keep up the good
> > work, and good luck in your own search!