Reply to "MUST SELL MY PROJECT 72 PANTERA VIN# THPNMR02769 WITH A GT5 BODY"

Shawn,

I have a project car, and it isn't what most owners recommend, but it allows me to do what I want and I have tons of fun doing it. It doesn't have to cost more, but it can be much more expensive than purchasing a car already modified. If you want to keep what you have, I think it will be expensive.

With all due respect, most of the items you list can be found or purchased in aftermarket form (except for the glass you're missing). In fact, although I have most of those items already, I won't be using them since I would rather go with aftermarket items, save a few items such as seats (for now my '74 seats are flawless and seem to be fine), etc.

Most vendors sell a complete interior kit. Some even sell carbon fiber stuff. I know what I like, and it involves almost total carbon fiber. Some people replace all the gauges anyway, so no worries there. Interior trim, well, can be more difficult to find. I think I was lucky. Most parts can be found easily.

Wiring can be done using newer hot-rod wiring harnesses or ISIS consolidated wiring, and I think that's desirable over a 35-year-old harness.

A ZF is not hard to find if you can afford to spend the money. RBT will sell a new one for around $12k, completely upgraded, but Lloyd w/RBT said that rebuilds are much, much less (but not as good). I think one of the vendors had one or two last I checked.

Wipers aren't used much if you don't drive in the rain, which most Pantera owners avoid like a nasty disease. If you want them, I think you could find them.

Tires are no big deal- just go down to the local tire shop or ask a vendor for wheels and tires.

Mufflers are easily purchased thru a vendor, or even custom-made by a competent local muffler shop.

How about AC? Radiator and coolant tubes? HVAC plenum? Shifter and linkage?

I'm not trying to insult your intelligence and there are tons of people who know much more than me, but I think you could keep what you have if you're willing to spend the money and time to obtain parts. I hope this helps.
Corey