[DeTomaso] [NPC] Big dollars at BJ auction

[MikeLDrew at aol.com]

In a message dated 1/22/07 18 20 22, cengles at cox.net writes:


> 1) I didn't know that
>              2) referring to the standard print sources here on this side of 
> the pond, then there *has* not been much in the way of a winning racing 
> record
> 
>>>Some of the historical print sources have been rather derelict in terms of 
conducting research, virtually ignoring any reality outside of the USA.   Jan 
Norbye's book in particular is absolutely laughable.   Among other things, he 
captions a photo thusly:

"Longtime Pantera stalwart Herbt Muller at speed in the Monza 1000 km in 
1972.   Despite higher top speed than some rivals, the Pantera failed to make 
equal lap times".

First of all, the photo actually shows "Pooky" and Casoni in #2343; they 
finished 7th overall.   Secondly, another Gr4 Pantera finished 5th overall and 1st 
in class in the same race.   Considering there were unlimited prototypes 
racing in the same event as Gr4 production-based cars, 5th overall and 1st in 
class is about as good as you could ever wish for.

So, ignorance matched only by prejudice distorts the record, and until now 
there has been nothing to counter it. :<(


>              3)  I certainly appreciate and applaud the corrected record 
> and I would like to see a distillation of the European racing history based on 
> the Racing Panteras book in.......Profiles!
> 
>>>It's a huge, huge topic.   The book barely scratches the surface, even at 
almost 500 pages and 1100 photos.

>              4)  Even though the Pantera does have a "track" record, 
> perception is reality.   Since nobody  (Pantera owners nor automotive press nor 
> general population of gearheads) was aware of it, then it didn't exist.   Back 
> to the "lack" of a racing heritage or race wins in the valuation 
> formula.........
> 
>>>Yes, but it is important for us to publicize the truth.   It's not to late 
to revise history. :>)

>              5) Gee, I might have to get the book.
> 
>>>PI had a batch, but sold out fairly quickly.   As far as I know, I am the 
only source for them in the USA now.   There is an ad in the upcoming POCA 
Profiles for the book--POCA members get a $20 discount. :>) 


>              6) Keep working on your Pantera.  
>              7) Keep working on your Pantera.
> 
> >>>I am seriously gearing up to do so.   Stay tuned!

Mike