I'd post this on the de Tomaso bulletin board also, http://realbig.com/pipermail/detomaso. I know there are several owners in the Seattle area. As to what to look for start with the PanteraPlace website. I'm sure you also know there are several beautiful Panteras in the Atlanta area (one of which runs the PanteraPlace website).
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