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I agree with most of what has been said, but I will add my two cents.

Panteras are, in most people's opinions, exotics. Part of the problem is that exotics are not popular right now. Its all about detroit iron, hemi cudas, z-28s, Shelbys, etc. Just look at B-J if you need proof. Sure they have the occasional exotic, but that's not where the hype is. If and when exotics come back into favor, the pantera will reap the benefit. A rising tide raises all ships.

Now, with that said, I will say that I do belive the day of the exotics is coming. Why? well, its a generational issue. You see, the baby boomers are driving detroit iron through the roof; reliving their childhoods if you will. I'm 37. To me, these muscle cars were just old junk when I was in high school. However, the Lamboghini Countach, the Porsche 930/911 Turbo and even Magnum's Ferrari were the cars I dreamed about owning. I think as wealth shifts from generation to generation you will see a shift in value.

Now to a few things I do not agree with. I don't think that modified Panteras are a problem simply because Panteras are expected to be modified. That was one of the reasons I wanted one. I didn't have to keep it original. Since a lot of exotics are hand built, what is original anyway. Many had running changes that aren't widely documented. The Ford engine is not at an issue. In fact it is a plus due to the ease of maintenance. There is an old saying: I can afford a Ferrari, but I can't afford to own a Ferrari. Not an issue with the Pantera.
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