Reply to "2011 DeTomaso Automobili Pantera"

Hold on a second. I do not recall reading anywhere that the new DT saviour is going to produce a "sports car."

All I have seen in PRs worldwide is that Rossignoli is resurrecting the brand with a big SUV type vehicle. I see no official plans for a modern version of our a two-seater Pantera.

As George indicates, there are certainly enough supercars around for 100k or less. Why would a fledging new brand, in a difficult economic climate, try to build something in a category cluttered with great performing, great looking cars?

And how many 2011 Panteras do you think a new manufacturer could sell in the best of times?

I'm sure Signor Rossingnolo has his sights set on building cars that he can sell in enough volume to avoid losing money. Which leads me to believe the whole question re pricing strategy is moot.

Maybe we should be asking ourselves what, if any impact, will there be on our cars, once a new DeTomaso hits the streets a) if it's a hit and b) if it's a dud.