I think DeTomaso's biggest downfall was not getting the Pantera Si USDOT compliant. That and the Guara both. The US is where more of their cars were sold than anywhere, and if they don't cater to that fan base, well, that's just poor business.
Kevin, Mr. DeTomaso's death, nor the closing of the factory will have any affect on Pantera values. They haven't made that car for a very long time, so it's not like they suddenly stopped production.
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