Reply to "Pantera for the novice?"

Being the owner of both a mid year coupe and a Pantera, I would say go with the car you would enjoy the most. Both cars have their unique challenges for R&M and restoration. As stated earlier most if not ALL the parts are available for the vette. The Pantera...well that can be a challenge sometimes. As for ease of repairs, the vette is a bit easier just because of the sheer volume of tech help available out there. The ZF and rear bearing assy cost on the Pantera can be scary compared to the vette.

If I had a choice between the 2 cars there would be no question, no hesitation, I would pick the Pantera hands down! Since day ONE I have gotten more enjoyment driving and showing that car than I have ever gotten in the vette.


Unfortunately, I am a spectator for a bit, I am doing a frame off on the vette and for some dumb ass reason, I decided to do some 'upgrades' on the Pantera before I finished the vette which leaves me with nothing to drive for a bit. Going to shrink soon to have head examined.

Angelo