Reply to "Pantera Prices"

Being new to this forum I have read with interest Lou Agro's concern over pricing. Lou, remember me? You answered my "looking for" ad, sent me a couple of pictures, and spoke with me a couple of times regarding your AGROVADER. You have a beautiful car that of course would cost upwards of $130m to duplicate. Although my choice; for the $80m you mentioned the price would be, is a 2003 Carrera 4S. At the $90m range a better buy than a $80m Pantera. 3-5 years from now would the AGROVADER be a $80m car? Would any Pantera's prices hold or actually increase? I really don't care because I am looking for the right car to have and enjoy. The money is not the issue for me. I have now looked at many $35m-$53m Panteras and am still dissapointed with the examples being offered. The Pantera Community should take a lesson from us NCRS guys (National Corvette Restorer's Society). Maintain your cars in the condition they are restored/modified/upgraded, know the true history, keep your documentation together and be a little nicer.
"This is just a general observation."
I have had the pleasure of being in the Corvette Hobby for 17 years, owned 6 Corvettes, and presently own 2 Stingrays:1972
(Which is for sale/trade for a Pantera)and a 1965. The people I have come across in the NCRS are more eager to help/sort out/go beyond the norm as a whole, than the Pantera Community. I hope that my opinion can be changed as I get more involved with this marque. I plan to keep trying and to spend time with people involved with Pantera's.
I want the car, I want to be involved; although it's more difficult with the offerings and sitiuations than what I am used to. Prices are always an issue although a great car's pricing will be a good value to the right buyer. The market and demand sets the price for the car.
I welcome anyone's opinion or help with this.
Dave 818.807.4289 BOXXBOYS@socal.rr.com